TPM Academy of Indiana

The TPM Academy® is a training developed by the U.S. Chamber Foundation that seeks to enhance partnerships between employers and their talent supply chain partners. The TPM Academy is facilitated by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and is supported by a customized curriculum that serves as an employer handbook giving participants the knowledge, skills and abilities to implement talent supply chain solutions on behalf of their employer collaborative members.

In partnership with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Workforce Excellence and the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, the TPM Academy will bring together workforce, employer and education leaders over a six-month period to learn the TPM Framework together. This framework will build a foundation for advancing workforce development in the state.

The Indiana Chamber understands that workforce development is one of the most important challenges for employers. The goal with this Academy is the following: 

  1. Foster a community of practice to enhance employer engagement in talent development.
  2. Align outcomes with other statewide talent development initiatives.
  3. Ensure education and training programs meet employer workforce needs through structured input and feedback (demand signal).
  4. Support employers in co-creating talent and navigating complex workforce and education systems.

All participants in the TPM Academy are required to commit to attending all the training sessions listed below. Each training will consist of lecture, group work, and community application. We recognize that attending the Academy alone will not result in change for your community—it will require your commitment to identifying, developing, and integrating tactics throughout your approach. Upon graduating the TPM Academy you will become part of the National Learning Network, a collaborative group that will support your efforts beyond your TPM Academy experience.  

With questions regarding the Academy, please email Sally Saydshoev, Executive Director Institute for Workforce Excellence ssaydshoev@indianachamber.com.

Please direct any technical issues with the application to tpmsupport@uschamber.org. 

  • Window opens: January 5, 2026
  • Applications due: March 5, 2026
  • Acceptance Notification: March 16, 2026
Cost and Acknowledgements
Tuition for the TPM Academy is fully covered by TPM Indiana funders (a $3,000 value). Participation in the entire training—including all virtual sessions, in-person components, and the graduation ceremony—is required. In the application, applicants must acknowledge that failure to attend any portion of the training, will result in your responsibility for reimbursing the full training cost of up to $3,000.
 
We recognize that extenuating circumstances may arise. Should this occur, please contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss appropriate accommodations. By completing the application, you acknowledge and agree to these expectations. 
 

Travel and Accommodations
Participants are responsible for travel, lodging, and dinner costs for in-person events. Breakfast or lunch may be provided by the host organization/facilitator if Academy sessions occur during meal times, but meals are not guaranteed. Travel and meal expenses will not be reimbursed.

Regional and Local Chamber Representatives, Workforce Boards, Career and Technical Education Program Educators, Higher Education Educators, Intermediary/Employer Stakeholder Representatives, State Agency Members

  • TPM Virtual Orientation: April 9, 2026
  • Training Session #1 (Strategy 1): April 16 & 17, 2026 (in-person)
  • Training Session #2 (Strategies 2-4): May 14 & 15, 2026 (in-person) 
  • Training Session #3 (Strategies 5-6): June 24 & 25, 2026 (in-person) 
  • Graduation Luncheon: July 27, 2026 (in-person) 

All in-person sessions will be held at the Conference Center, Indiana Chamber of Commerce (115 West Washington St, Suite 850S Indianapolis, IN, unless otherwise noted

Missed the Interest Webinar? Watch the Recording here.

Ready to Apply?

Before you begin your application, please be sure to review all information provided on this page. Because there is no ability to save your work once you begin the application process, we strongly encourage you to prepare your documents and answers to the application questions in advance.

Once you click submit, scroll down and make sure that you see a submission confirmation prompt on the page. If you do not there may be an error in your application. Please review and resubmit before exiting the page.

With technical questions, please email tpmsupport@uschamber.org.

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