Off the Record with Claire Fiddian-Green

In this episode of Indiana 250 Off the Record, host Nate Feltman talks with Claire Fiddian-Green, President and CEO of the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation. Claire highlights the Foundation’s history and mission and takes a deep dive into specific current initiatives such as establishing a youth apprenticeship program, CEMETS iLab, and College Matters, all designed to improve education and workforce outcomes amid challenging trends.  Their discussion also touches on the Foundation’s focus on Hoosiers’ health, the opioid crisis, and the development of programs around treatment and prevention.  Claire also shares her journey from South Africa to Indiana, her diverse career including stints in the corporate, non-profit, and government sectors, as well as her extensive engagement in the community and philosophy on leadership, service, and work life balance.