I-69 bridge progress, TED Sports Conference impact, Jim Irsay guitar tribute

In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, the $1.4 billion I-69 Ohio River crossing project connecting Indiana and Kentucky reaches a critical milestone. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, Gov. Mike Braun, and Sen. Todd Young visit the construction site, highlighting the project’s national significance for trade, logistics, and economic development. Plus: Indianapolis hosts the inaugural TED Sports Conference, drawing global sports leaders and spotlighting the city’s 2050 vision to become the epicenter of sports innovation. Indiana University and Pacer Sports & Entertainment team up on a new women’s sports performance research initiative. IU and Indiana State University report record enrollment, while near space education programs expand in Grant County. RoboSource lands investment from Tim Tebow to expand AI-driven workforce tools in Fishers. Purdue builds a custom guitar to honor late Colts owner Jim Irsay, set to be carried before every game this season. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.