Governor Mike Braun highlights Indiana defense innovation hub - nwitimes.com

of 2 Governor's Office Governor's Office Gift this article New subscriber benefit! Copied to clipboard Out of gifts for the month Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. Your counter will reset on the first day of next month. Share this article paywall-free Prefer us on Google Learn More Bluesky Governor's Office FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Governor Mike Braun spotlights Indiana as national defense innovation hub, driving high-wage jobs and economic growth INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Governor Mike Braun delivered the opening keynote address today at the Midwest Defense Innovation Summit (MDIS), hosted by the Applied Research Institute (ARI) at the Grand Hall Ballroom of the Crowne Plaza Union Station. Speaking to more than 300 leaders from industry, government, and academia, the governor highlighted Indiana’s role as an emerging center for defense innovation, which is creating thousands of high-wage jobs. “Indiana is well positioned to be the destination for defense innovation,” said Governor Mike Braun. “We have the ability and the talent to move quickly from concept to capability, creating high-wage jobs and strengthening our economy while supporting the Department of War.”