Creative Economy, RALLY Momentum & Hoosier Champions | Oct 5, 2025

From innovation and creative leadership to financial strategy and racing excellence, this week’s BE&O explores the Hoosiers powering Indiana’s economic growth through bold ideas, smart systems, and lasting community impact.

🎨 Getting Started: Alice Watson, President & CEO, Indiana Black Expo & Tearra Dodson, BBTI Director — Highlights from Circle City Classic Entrepreneur Day and how the Business Beyond the Trenches Initiative continues to empower Indiana’s minority-owned businesses.
💰 Access to Capital: George Powell, Jr., Founder, Exponential Equity Group — The financial strategist discusses equitable investment and how his firm is helping grow wealth and opportunity for diverse entrepreneurs.
📈 This Week in Business: Polina Osherov, Editor-in-Chief, Pattern & Mark Williams, President, Fishers Art Center — Ahead of the Creative Economy Summit, these cultural leaders share how creative industries are shaping Indiana’s future economy.
📊 Accounting & Bookkeeping: Courtney Kincaid, President & CEO, Indiana CPA Society — Learn how smarter payment systems and accounting technology can help small businesses streamline operations and strengthen sales.
👩‍💼 Running Your Business: Brittany Wayman, Owner, Soul Care Coaching — The business coach and BBTI participant shares how mentorship and emotional intelligence can help entrepreneurs lead with balance and resilience.
💻 Industry Focus: Ben Ettinger, Director of Product, Glassboard — The Indiana-based design firm behind RALLY’s Pitch Competition trophies shows how local manufacturing and creativity drive innovation.
🌟 Success Story: Jacob Rheinheimer, Race Marketing Manager, Harrah’s Hoosier Park — Get the inside track on the Hoosier Champions Race, a signature Indiana sporting event celebrating athleticism, entertainment, and community.

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