Indianapolis, IN – The Indiana Technology & Innovation Association (ITIA) issued the following statement today regarding the announcement that Amazon Web Services (AWS) plans to invest $11 billion to build a data center campus in north central Indiana and create at least 1,000 new jobs.

“The momentum we’ve seen in recent months with several global, technology and innovation-fueled enterprises choosing Indiana to locate operations and invest is setting the stage for Indiana’s next chapter,” said ITIA Executive Director Jennifer Hallowell. “To embrace this opportunity, we must continue to prioritize innovation and entrepreneurship at all levels and ensure we’re creating the strongest ecosystem to attract world-class companies and help our own Hoosier entrepreneurs succeed. We’re excited to welcome AWS to Indiana and work together to propel Indiana forward.”

The Indiana Technology & Innovation Industry (ITIA) is the statewide association representing technology and innovation-driven enterprises and partners working together to accelerate the innovation economy. 

ITIA membership is open to all technology and innovation-driven enterprises and partners. For more information about ITIA and how to join, visit www.IndianaTechnology.org.