Discover a dynamic showcase of medical device innovation brought to you by Indiana University.

Before the afternoon programming kicks off, join us for a relaxed morning of open coworking and organic collisions. This is your chance to grab a coffee, settle into The Mill’s vibrant workspace, and connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and community partners. Whether you’re here to meet one-on-one with speakers and attendees or simply want to soak in the energy of the Trades District, this open session is designed to spark conversations and collaborations that last well beyond the event.

Enjoy a free lunch with fellow attendees and get settled in before the afternoon sessions begin.

The Mill’s CEO, John Fernandez, welcomes guests to HealthTech Day: Where Innovation Meets Care, celebrating the innovators and ideas reshaping how we heal, live, and thrive.

Five speakers will each share a five-minute look at their innovative work in HealthTech.

Join an engaging conversation with Vincent Wong, a senior executive with deep experience in in vitro diagnostics (IVD) — medical tests performed on samples such as blood or tissue — and specialty lab strategy, commercialization, and leadership across multinational corporations and startups.

Hear from these panelists:

• Julia van Kessel, Ph.D. – Co-Founder and President, Quornix, LLC; Associate Professor of Biology, Indiana University

• Candy Trinvuthipong – Co-Founder and CEO, Moment of Youth Inc.

• David Rodgers, EdD – Director, Interprofessional Simulation Center, Indiana University Regional Academic Health Center

• Stephen Sweikart – Co-Founder, MN8

  Moderated by Julie Heath – Executive Director, IU Innovates

Discover how Indiana University is spearheading a statewide effort to position Indiana as a global hub for musculoskeletal health technologies.

Join IU Ventures, Flywheel Fund, The Mill and Paragraph for a casual evening of networking and fireside chat featuring IU founders. RSVP here. 

Before the afternoon programming kicks off, join us for a relaxed morning of open coworking and organic collisions. This is your chance to grab a coffee, settle into The Mill’s vibrant workspace, and connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and community partners. Whether you’re here to meet one-on-one with speakers and attendees or simply want to soak in the energy of the Trades District, this open session is designed to spark conversations and collaborations that last well beyond the event.

Tour the Indiana University Applied Research Center (ARC), which is committed to addressing the nation’s most complex national security challenges by uniting government and military stakeholders, Defense Industrial Base (DIB) partners, and academic experts in one collaborative, secure environment. Through this convergence of talent and resources, ARC drives research and innovation that strengthens national defense while also delivering solutions that serve the public good. RSVP here to attend.

Enjoy a free lunch with fellow attendees and get settled in before the afternoon sessions begin.

The Mill's CEO, John Fenrandez, welcomes guests to Gov Tech Day:  Innovation for the Public Good,  exploring how technology, defense, and data are shaping safer, smarter communities.

Five speakers will each share a five-minute spotlight on their innovative work in GovTech.

Join an engaging discussion with Andrew Kossack, who is the President & CEO of the Applied Research Institute (ARI), the Bloomington-headquartered nonprofit that leverages regional assets to solve national security challenges.

Hear from these panelists:

• Lydia Murray – Deloitte Consulting LLP

• Isak Nti Asare – Indiana University

  Moderated by Ravi Bhatt, Founder & CEO of Folia

Step into the story of our nation’s founding — not from a textbook, but through immersive virtual reality. Developed by the Center on Representative Government at Indiana University, this pioneering educational experience guides students through pivotal moments in U.S. history, engaging them in interactive modules with characters and real-world dilemmas. By blending rich historical accuracy with game-based learning, Democracy Quest VR empowers young learners to explore the underrepresented voices of the past, develop civic awareness, and envision impactful solutions for their future.

Discover how public and private partners are working together to strengthen innovation in defense.

Get an inside look at the cutting-edge work happening right here in Bloomington’s innovation ecosystem. Local organizations including Cornerstone, Student First, Warrant Technologies, Solution Tree, Zernike, Vivum, Purdue Applied Research Institute, Code19 Racing, and Binary Heart will open their doors to the community. Stop by to meet the teams, tour their spaces, and learn more about how each is driving growth, creativity, and impact in our region.

Before the afternoon programming kicks off, join us for a relaxed morning of open coworking and organic collisions. This is your chance to grab a coffee, settle into The Mill’s vibrant workspace, and connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and community partners. Whether you’re here to meet one-on-one with speakers and attendees or simply want to soak in the energy of the Trades District, this open session is designed to spark conversations and collaborations that last well beyond the event.

The Mill's CEO, John Fenrandez, welcomes guests to AI Accelerating Innovation: How AI is Transforming Healthcare, Security, and Public Service. 

Five speakers will each share a five-minute spotlight on their innovative work in AI. 

Hear insights from David Crandall, Luddy Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Luddy Artificial Intelligence Center at Indiana University Bloomington. 

Hear from these panelists:

• Amy Brown – Founder & CEO Authenticx 

• Nish Acharya - CEO of Equal Innovation

• David Wild – Crisis Informatics Track Director, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering

  Moderated by Mary Dougherty - TechPoint Innovation Program Manager

Step outside and explore live demonstrations showcasing how AI is advancing research, creativity, and innovation across Indiana.

Join IU Graduate student filmmaker Jack Bassett for the screening of his thesis documentary, Remembering the Future with IRIS. The film explores how dementia affects families and care communities here in Bloomington, and how innovative technologies are offering new pathways of support.

Before the afternoon programming kicks off, join us for a relaxed morning of open coworking and organic collisions. This is your chance to grab a coffee, settle into The Mill’s vibrant workspace, and connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and community partners. Whether you’re here to meet one-on-one with speakers and attendees or simply want to soak in the energy of the Trades District, this open session is designed to spark conversations and collaborations that last well beyond the event.

Five speakers will each share a five-minute spotlight on their innovative work in the arts. 

Join an engaging conversation with Ben Swanson — a seasoned executive and entrepreneur who co-founded and helped build the renowned independent music company Secretly Group

Hear from these panelists:

• Keira Amstutz, President & CEO  Indiana Humanities

• Chelsea Sanders, Founder & Owner of Blueline Media Productions

  Moderated by Ben Swanson,  Secretly Group COO / Co-Founder 

We’re proud to serve as a community drop-off site for BinaryHeart, an Indiana University student organization that refurbishes donated electronics for local schools and nonprofits. Bring your unused laptops, tablets, and other devices to The Mill's cafe, and BinaryHeart will securely wipe and repair them for a second life. Together, we’re helping bridge the digital divide and reduce electronic waste across Indiana.

Learn more & register here!

An exploration of every facet of “Weird Al” Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame with his parody songs to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle. Q&A with producer Mike Farah to follow. Tickets can be reserved here for $1.