The State of Indiana is proud to recognize members of Governor Braun’s Cabinet Secretaries and Staff who have been honored in the 2026 Indiana 250, a statewide list celebrating influential leaders shaping Indiana’s future.
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Joshua Kelley, Chief of Staff to Governor Braun, earned recognition for his strategic leadership and guidance of the administration’s priorities. |
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Secretary Lisa Hershman, Indiana's Secretary of Management and Budget, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, was honored for her continued excellence in government operations and fiscal strategy. |
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Chuck Goodrich, Indiana’s newest Secretary of Commerce, joined the administration in early July and is already recognized for his business leadership and commitment to statewide economic growth. |
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Katie Jenner, Indiana’s Secretary of Education, was celebrated for advancing literacy, strengthening high school pathways, and improving statewide student outcomes. |
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Suzanne Jaworowski, Indiana's Secretary of Energy and Natural Resources, was recognized for her leadership in building a reliable, diverse energy future for Indiana. |
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David J. Adams, who is transitioning from his role as Secretary of Commerce into a senior advisory position, was honored for his work aligning economic and workforce development strategy statewide. |
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Sherri Ziller, President and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority, was celebrated for her regional leadership and economic impact in Northern Indiana. |
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A congratulations is also extended to Chief Justice Loretta Rush, honored again for her exemplary leadership of Indiana’s judiciary and her long-standing service to the people of Indiana. |
These leaders exemplify Indiana’s commitment to public service, innovation, and progress.
