Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Business Education Series – November Session: Helping Employees Make Smarter Healthcare Decisions

Innovation Connector is pleased to serve as the venue sponsor for the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce Business Education Series. The November session will explore how employers can help their teams better understand their healthcare options, make informed decisions about care, and get more value from their health benefits.

November 17 Session: Helping Employees Make Smarter Healthcare Decisions

Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Innovation Connector, 1208 W. White River Blvd., Muncie, IN 47303
Pricing: FREE for Members

Providing health insurance is an important part of supporting employees, but knowing how to use those benefits effectively can make an even bigger difference. From finding the right place to receive care to understanding prescription costs, employees who know their options are better equipped to make healthcare decisions that work for them.

During Helping Employees Make Smarter Healthcare Decisions, attendees will learn about changing healthcare options and practical ways to help employees get the most out of their coverage. The discussion will cover topics such as wellness resources, different care options, prescription pricing, and emerging approaches to healthcare. Employers will gain ideas for helping their teams navigate these choices while keeping healthcare costs in mind.

The session will be led by Nick Napier, Benefits Advisor at LHD Benefit Advisors. LHD works with Indiana employers to develop and manage employee benefits strategies that support workforce well-being. Its services include benefits planning, data analytics, wellness programs, and HR support to help businesses make informed decisions about their employee benefits.

Whether your business already provides health coverage or you are considering options for your team, this session will offer helpful insights and practical takeaways to bring back to your workplace.

Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce members and local business professionals are encouraged to attend this educational session at Innovation Connector on November 17.

Register for Helping Employees Make Smarter Healthcare Decisions through the Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce HERE.

Innovation Connector 2026 Holiday Hours

The holiday season is almost here! Please keep the following dates in mind as you plan your time at the Innovation Connector:

Thanksgiving

  • Wednesday, November 25: Closed
  • Thursday, November 26: Closed
  • Friday, November 27: Closed

Christmas and New Year’s

  • Wednesday, December 23: Closed
  • Thursday, December 24: Closed
  • Friday, December 25: Closed
  • Monday, December 28 – Friday, January 1: Closed

The Innovation Connector will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027, and resume normal business hours.

We wish everyone a safe, happy, and enjoyable holiday season! Thank you for being part of the Innovation Connector community.

Innovation Connector CEO Ted Baker Highlights Upcoming Business Impact Masterclasses on WMUN

On October 28, Innovation Connector CEO & Executive Director Ted Baker joined host Steve Lindell on Delaware County Today on WMUN to discuss the continued success of the Business Impact Masterclasses and what’s coming up in the final two sessions of the series.

During the conversation, Ted explained how the Masterclasses were developed in response to a need he and his team recognized over the years: business owners want more in-depth education, practical training, and tools they can put to use in their businesses. The series is designed to provide exactly that, with each session focusing on one important area of business growth. Ted shared that the program is especially meaningful to him, saying it is one of the projects he is most excited about since joining Innovation Connector in 2010. As he put it, “I wish I had something like this when I was a business owner years ago.”

Two More Opportunities to Learn and Grow

With two of the four Masterclasses already complete, there are still two opportunities for business owners and professionals to take part:

Financial Intelligence for Business Owners
Thursday, November 19 | 9:30 AM–3 PM

Understanding the financial side of a business is essential to its survival and long-term success. This Masterclass will help business owners better understand their numbers and make more informed financial decisions.

Growing a Resilient Business
Thursday, December 10 | 9:30 AM–3 PM

Growth requires intentional planning, leadership, and execution. This Masterclass focuses on helping businesses scale strategically while building long-term sustainability.

Lunch is provided at both sessions. Business owners are encouraged to attend or send someone from their team if they are unable to make it themselves. Register at BusinessImpactMasterclasses.com.

You Don’t Have to Go It Alone

Ted closed with an important reminder for business owners: they don’t have to navigate the challenges of running a business alone. Innovation Connector is here to provide guidance, resources, and support to help businesses move forward and thrive.

To hear the full conversation and learn more about the Business Impact Masterclasses, listen to Ted’s interview on WMUN below.