AI is reshaping global infrastructure, productivity, and company formation. Brett Swanson explains why Indiana is poised to benefit from rising energy demand, accelerating innovation, and a new wave of AI-driven economic growth.

To help founders navigate the road ahead, we hosted the 2026 Predictions Workshop, bringing together economists, venture investors, and operators to answer one pressing question: What lies ahead on the other side of the curve?

An inside perspective on how long-term alignment, operational clarity, and steady visibility influence strategic interest—and what makes a company attractive well before any deal takes shape.