by Brandon Renner
Big things are happening in Indiana. With major data centers and billions in tech investment coming our way, we’re positioning ourselves as a serious player in the innovation economy. This isn’t just good news—it’s a huge opportunity.
That kind of growth doesn’t happen by chance. It comes from policies that support innovation, reward long-term investment, and avoid unnecessary red tape. The companies building tomorrow’s technologies—artificial intelligence, quantum computing, cloud infrastructure—are choosing Indiana because we make it easier to get things done.
As a licensed attorney and small business owner helping veterans nationwide, I’ve seen how the right technology can make all the difference. From improving how we communicate with clients to streamlining complex systems, tech helps us stay ahead of the curve—and serve people better. It’s not just for big corporations; it’s a tool that gives small firms like mine the ability to compete, adapt quickly, and do great work at scale. That kind of progress shouldn’t be slowed down by policies that make innovation harder instead of easier.
There’s growing pressure at the national level to impose sweeping regulations on the same tech companies that are powering advancements in everything from AI to everyday tools small businesses rely on. While thoughtful oversight matters, overregulation could stall progress and send next-generation projects to other countries—fast.
Other countries are pushing hard to close the gap. China’s newest language models and quantum computing efforts are just one example of how fast the landscape is changing. If we start slowing ourselves down, we risk losing ground in industries that are going to define the next generation.
Here in Indiana, we’ve already proven that when innovation-friendly policy meets smart investment, great things happen. We’ve seen how tech can drive job creation, boost local economies, and position us as a hub for secure, scalable, future-ready infrastructure.
But we’re not the only ones trying to land these opportunities. Other states are competing hard for the same data centers, tech jobs, and long-term investment. If we hesitate, we risk falling behind—not just globally, but here at home.
Let’s keep that momentum going. Let’s be the state that welcomes innovation and leads with vision—not one that second-guesses its own progress.
This piece was drafted with the help of AI—not because I couldn’t write it, but because I believe in using smart tools when they make life easier. That’s the whole point of technology, right?
Brandon Renner is a U.S. Navy veteran and founder of National Vet Help, a veteran-owned law firm dedicated to helping veterans nationwide obtain the disability benefits they’ve earned. He combines firsthand military experience with cutting-edge tools to serve those who’ve served.
