Industry Experts Discussed Opportunities and Barriers in Healthcare at Aspire Virtual Workshop

Leading healthcare providers in Johnson County met on Tuesday, February 6th for the online State of Healthcare Workshop to inform the community on the financial, social, technological, and economic conditions of hospitals, medical professionals and patients.

+ Read the full workshop recap here

To Build a Healthier City, Begin at the Sidewalk

A study utilized Google Street View images to analyze the impact of neighborhood infrastructure on physical and mental health. Researchers found that neighborhoods with pedestrian-friendly elements like sidewalks and crosswalks were associated with greater public health overall.

+ Read the full story on how the built environment impacts a community’s health

Aspire Hosting Webinar in Preparation for Solar Eclipse

At 1:50 p.m. on April 8, 2024, Johnson County is in the direct line of totality of the solar eclipse. This occasional phenomenon draws thousands of excited visitors who could potentially overwhelm parking lots, fields, and roads. Your business needs to prepare for potential logistical challenges. And some businesses may want to prepare to capitalize on the influx of visitor spending. Be sure to join us for this free webinar to learn how the community is preparing for April 8 and how it may impact your business.

+ Learn more and register for business planning webinar

Survey to Identify Needs of Early Care and Education in Johnson County

The Johnson County Community Foundation is working to identify the needs of early care and education in Johnson County.  Feedback provided will be used in grant applications and to continue supporting early care and education in our community. The data from this survey will only be shared at a summarized level. The survey should take about 15 minutes to complete. Please complete by February 21, 2024. To further help JCCF’s efforts, the survey can be sent to other business leaders and parents in our community.

+ JCCF Early Care and Education Survey

Aspire Women Leaders Workshop Award Nominations Close February 23

Aspire's annual Women Leaders Conference will be held on March 8 at Valle Vista Golf and Conference Center. Angie Nuttle, Founder of the VIP Center for Business Women, will deliver the keynote speech.  

Nominations for the annual Women Leaders awards are open. The  Champion of Women Award  recognizes an organization that prioritized women in leadership and provided women with opportunities for growth, both inside and outside their workforces. The Woman Leader of the Year Award  recognizes a woman who has made a significant contribution to her company or organization as an influencer, leader, and ally. Finalists in both categories will be announced prior to the event and the winners revealed at the Woman Leaders Workshop. 

Johnson Memorial Health is the Presenting Sponsor of Aspire’s Women Leaders Workshop. The Awards Sponsors are Ageless Aesthetics and VisionQuest Eyecare.

+ Event details and registration

Aspire Business Celebrations

February 7, 2024

The Barn at Aberdeen Farms

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

Aspire Weekly Member Highlights

Renewed Member Investors

Aegis Environmental

Alderson Commercial Group

Ameriprise Financial Albert Rahman

Apex Benefits

The Apple Works Inc

Express Employment Professionals - Indy South

Koon Financial Planning and Consulting

Long's Furniture World & Mattress

McCarty Mulch & Stone

Milwaukee Tool

Radwell International

Sign Solutions

The Social of Greenwood

New Member Investors

Consider It Done Transition Services, Inc.

Crown Staffing

EXP Realty - The Abner Group

Fifth Third Bank

Financial Partners Group

Franklin Police Department

Mage's Comics and Games

Serenity Outdoor Lighting

Westrick Landscapes LLC

Featured Aspire Event

More Upcoming Events:

+ D.R. Horton Saddlebrook Farms North Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting - Feb. 14

+ Johnson County Solar Eclipse Business Planning Webinar - Feb. 28

+ Senior Helpers Relocation Ribbon Cutting - Mar. 5

+ Aspire Women Leaders Workshop - Mar. 8

You may have complimentary tickets to select events available with your membership. Contact Angie Keene for more information.

This week's Monday Member Moment features Seth Weber, co-owner of The Mocha Nut Coffee Shop located at Madison and Southport Road. Stop by to experience a gathering place for the community focusing on relationships and high-quality coffee. Visit MochaNutCoffee.com to see featured items and the full menu.

Basics of Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance

By: Danna Green, Licensed Insurance Agent, HealthMarkets Insurance

Chronic health problems are costing US businesses over a trillion dollars in lost productivity every year and businesses of all sizes are impacted by employee well-being. It’s vital to examine the benefits of employer-provided health insurance and why more businesses should consider implementing employer-based health insurance plans.

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Member Updates

+ Baxter YMCA No Join Fee Promotion Feb. 12-14

+ Franklin College Announces Ribbon-Cutting, Lecture to Commemorate “Spirit of Community” Mural Feb. 26

+ JPtheGeek Tech Recycle Day Apr. 22

+ Franciscan Health Indianapolis Named One of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades