INDIANAPOLIS – The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP), alongside its branded initiatives BioCrossroads, Conexus Indiana and TechPoint, today announces the appointment of three senior leaders who will play pivotal roles in shaping the future of Indiana’s life sciences, advanced manufacturing and logistics and technology sectors.
Douglas Kiehl, Patrick “PJ” McGrew and Casey Osterkamp joined BioCrossroads, Conexus Indiana and TechPoint, respectively, in senior leadership roles on December 10.
“As we ensure the strength of Indiana’s advanced industries, these strategic hires underscore our commitment to building a thriving, innovative economy,” said Melina Kennedy, CEO of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership. “Doug, PJ and Casey each bring a depth of expertise that will help us tackle workforce challenges, advance technological adoption and foster cross-sector collaboration. Together, they will elevate our efforts to position Indiana as a global leader in innovation and talent development.”
BioCrossroads adds SVP of Workforce Development and Chief Technology Strategist
Douglas Kiehl, BioCrossroads’ new senior vice president of Workforce Development and Chief Technology Strategist brings over three decades of experience at Eli Lilly and Company, serving most recently as senior director leading the Disruptive/Transformative Technologies Team (DT3) and the Digital Twin Center of Excellence. His work focused on digital transformation, automation, extractables/leachables and next-generation bioprocessing.
In his new role, Kiehl will leverage his experience driving multi-stakeholder initiatives to lead BioCrossroads’ workforce development initiatives and contribute to its 10-year strategy to build a skilled talent pool for Indiana’s life sciences and healthcare industries.
“Doug’s extensive experience and passion for forging the adoption of next-generation technologies makes him a tremendous addition to our team,” said Vince Wong, CEO of BioCrossroads. “His leadership will be key in driving our strategic efforts to enhance Indiana’s life sciences and healthcare sectors. By cultivating a skilled workforce and championing adoption of new technologies, Doug will help prepare our workforce for the future and ensure that BioCrossroads continues to support the growth and success of Indiana’s life sciences and healthcare communities.”
Conexus Indiana names SVP of Talent Strategy and Programming
Patrick “PJ” McGrew joins Conexus Indiana as senior vice president of Talent Strategy and Programming. McGrew brings nearly a decade of state government experience, including serving as the inaugural executive director of the Governor’s Workforce Cabinet, where he gained national recognition for his efforts to bridge the education-to-workforce pipeline. His career also includes ten years as a high school teacher in diverse educational settings, with a passion for fostering economic mobility and career exploration for students.
In his new role, McGrew will focus on developing innovative workforce solutions to meet the evolving needs of Indiana’s advanced manufacturing and logistics sectors, further positioning the state as a leader in these industries.
“PJ’s wealth of experience in education and workforce development will be instrumental in addressing the talent challenges facing Indiana’s advanced manufacturing and logistics sectors,” said Fred Cartwright, president and CEO of Conexus Indiana. “His proven ability to bridge the gap between education and industry makes him a great fit for Conexus and we’re excited to have his leadership as we continue to develop forward-thinking talent strategies for our state.”
TechPoint appoints SVP and COO
Casey Osterkamp joins TechPoint as senior vice president and Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a wealth of experience in organizational leadership and talent strategy, most recently as a project consultant at 17a, COO at Herron Classical Schools and concurrently as vice president of Operations at Herron High School.
She is experienced in talent consulting and organizational leadership. In the past, she was the Director of Personnel for the State of Missouri and Director at the Assessment Resource Center. She’s also held consulting positions with IBM and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Osterkamp also served as a Surface Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy.
Osterkamp will work closely with TechPoint’s CEO to lead overall people and operations, to drive more intentional cross-initiative collaborations, and to ensure quality delivery of TechPoint programs and partner enablement strategies.
“We are thrilled to have Casey join our team,” said TechPoint CEO Ting Gootee. “She has a depth of experience that will support TechPoint’s goals and vision to champion and strengthen Indiana’s tech sector.”
These new leaders reflect the CICP’s commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration and workforce development across Indiana’s key economic sectors.
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About Central Indiana Corporate Partnership
The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) was formed in 1999 to bring together the chief executives of the region’s prominent corporations, foundations and universities in a strategic and collaborative effort dedicated to Indiana’s continued prosperity and growth. To advance this mission, CICP sponsors five key talent and industry sector initiatives, AgriNovus Indiana, Ascend Indiana, BioCrossroads, Conexus Indiana and TechPoint, each of which addresses challenges and opportunities unique to its respective area: agbiosciences, talent and workforce development, life sciences, advanced manufacturing and logistics, and technology. To learn more about CICP, visit www.cicpindiana.com.
About BioCrossroads
Established as a catalyst to advance, grow, and invest in Indiana’s life sciences sector, BioCrossroads is a branded initiative of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership. It supports the region’s existing enterprises and encourages new business development. The initiative fosters public-private collaboration by uniting a diverse range of academic, industry, and philanthropic stakeholders, all collectively focused on advancing Indiana’s life sciences sector. Committed to supporting the growth of capital investments and talent development, BioCrossroads provides support to both existing and new life sciences enterprises, including the Indiana Health Information Exchange, OrthoWorx, and the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute. BioCrossroads champions the advancement of cutting-edge research and development, plays a crucial role in building and nurturing a robust talent pipeline, and is dedicated to establishing Indiana as a thriving hub for life sciences manufacturing. To learn more about BioCrossroads, visit biocrossroads.com.
About Conexus Indiana
Conexus Indiana, a branded initiative of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership, is dedicated to advancing the Hoosier State’s position as a global leader in advanced manufacturing and logistics. Working closely with industry, academia, and government partners, Conexus Indiana drives workforce development, economic growth, and innovation across the state. For more information, please visit ConexusIndiana.com.
About TechPoint
TechPoint is the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership’s industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s digital innovation economy and overall tech ecosystem. The team is focused on working with public, private and industry partners to expand tech talent pipeline, enhance resource connectivity for enterprise organizations and startups alike, and elevate the industry by activating the community and amplifying stories of success. For more information, please visit www.techpoint.org.
