INDIANAPOLIS – The Indy Chamber’s HobNob legislative forum returns Wednesday, Aug. 26 at The Crane Bay Event Center, bringing together all certified candidates for Indiana Secretary of State for a moderated conversation ahead of the November election. This event will convene each candidate appearing on the Indiana ballot, including Max Engling (R), Beau Bayh (D), Lauri Shillings (L), and Greg Ballard (Lincoln).
Hosted in collaboration with media partners Fox59 & CBS4 and IBJ Media, coverage of HobNob will be shared with viewers and voters.
Today’s candidates are tomorrow’s leaders. HobNob provides Indy region voters and business leaders an opportunity to hear directly from candidates and better understand their priorities before Election Day.
“HobNob reflects the Indy Chamber’s commitment to informed civic engagement,” said Taylor Hughes, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief of Staff. “Bringing candidates together in one forum gives our business community and voters the opportunity to hear directly from those seeking office and better understand the issues that will shape Indiana’s future.”
On sale now, all tickets include food, two (2) drink tickets, and access to open networking from 5 – 6:30 p.m., preceding the event program from 6:30 – 8 p.m. For additional access, a VIP ticket features the opportunity to attend a special reception from 4:30 – 6 p.m., convening candidates, current elected officials, and other community leaders throughout Central Indiana.
A reserved row includes 2 entries to the VIP Reception. A portion of the proceeds of this ticket package benefit the Business Advocacy Committee.
HobNob is sponsored by Evolution Risk Partners, Faegre Drinker, SIHO Insurance Services, AT&T, and Elevance Health. The Indy Chamber’s event engagement sponsor is Spokenote.
The Indy Chamber collaborates with policymakers, business leaders, and community partners at the state and local level to advance policy priorities that will accelerate the Indy region’s economy. To learn more about the Chamber’s advocacy efforts, visit IndyChamber.com.
To purchase tickets to HobNob, visit the Indy Chamber Eventbrite.
About the Indy Chamber
The Indy Chamber serves as a regional voice for progress, uniting business and community to strengthen the Indy region’s economy and quality of life. Through bold advocacy, economic development, and small & mid-size business support, we help fuel growth, expand opportunity, and position the region to compete and thrive. Working alongside civic, corporate, and community partners, the Indy Chamber focuses on attracting investment, developing talent pathways, and elevating the Indy region’s story. Guided by our core values – Love Indy, Dream Big, and Move Together – we bring leaders together to shape the conditions for growth and build a future where the Indy region leads the Midwest and competes on a global stage.
