South Bend, IN(May 10, 2024) Industry Labs’ enfocus Project Manager, Jody Suryatna, has been named to the Rising 30 Class of 2024 for his work in advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML). Conexus Indiana today announced the newest members of the Conexus Indiana Rising 30, an exclusive group of young professionals who are recognized for their early-in-career accomplishments in Indiana’s largest industry sector.

The Rising 30 program, presented by KSM, is in its fourth year and is part of Conexus Indiana’s mission to strengthen Indiana’s AML industries. Rising 30 honorees exemplify leadership and innovation in AML and are poised to become Indiana’s future industry leaders.

Jody Suryatna was born and raised in Jakarta, Indonesia and came to the United States to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University. Within Mechanical Engineering, he found passion in exploring manufacturing and computer-aided design/engineering. Professionally, he has experience in quality, tooling, and logistics in various multinational companies where he had the opportunity to learn from incredible mentors who were experts in their respective fields. 

"What a great honor for Jody, statewide recognition for his outstanding leadership at enFocus along with the high quality industry 4.0 work that he conducts with regional manufacturers alongside others at iNDustry Labs at Notre Dame. It is truly my honor to watch this young man grow in his abilities and see the regional impact he is making." - John DeSalle, Engineer in Residence, Industry Labs

Rising 30 honorees represent diverse professions, including quality specialists, entrepreneurs and business owners, engineers, educators, CEOs and software designers. The companies they work for range from massive international companies to local start-ups located in cities and towns all across the state.

This year’s honorees were nominated by their employer or an industry representative, and winners were selected based on their early-career accomplishments. In the coming year, the Rising 30 honorees will participate in Conexus Indiana’s work by serving as thought leaders on subjects ranging from emerging technology, smart manufacturing, public policy and talent development.

“The dynamic professionals named to this year’s Rising 30 cohort are defining what it means to be a young leader in Indiana’s AML sector,” said Fred Cartwright, president and CEO of Conexus Indiana. “I’m more optimistic than ever about the future of industry in Indiana after meeting this year’s honorees and learning about their accomplishments and plans for the future.”

2024 Rising 30 honorees were honored during a special event on Thursday, May 9 in downtown Indianapolis. To view bios of each honoree, visit www.conexusindiana.com/rising-30. Nominations will open for the 2024 class in November.

About Conexus Indiana

About Conexus Indiana: For more than a decade, Conexus Indiana, one of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP)’s branded initiatives, has been positioning the Hoosier State as the best place for advanced manufacturing and logistics industries to innovate, invest, employ and succeed. By collaborating with industry, academic and public sector partners on a shared vision for an innovative, skilled workforce and stronger business climate, Conexus Indiana has helped to create opportunities for advanced manufacturing and logistics companies, prepare Hoosiers to succeed in the state’s largest industry sectors and maintain Indiana’s competitive advantage. For more information, visit conexusindiana.com.

Originally published by Conexus Indiana at industrylabs.nd.edu on May 10, 2024.