RJL Solutions

07/17/2026

This week, Ryan Ritchie, Chief External Relations Officer, and Danielle Chrysler, Chief Government Relations Officer, joined partners from the Crane Regional Defense Group, Applied Research Institute (ARI), the WestGate Authority, the Indiana Defense Task Force, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce Defense Council, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and the Indiana General Assembly Defense Caucus in Washington, D.C., for a series of meetings and events with Indiana’s congressional delegation.

Together, they highlighted the incredible work taking place at Naval Weapons Station Crane and advocated for continued investment and new opportunities that strengthen Indiana’s role in our nation’s defense.

It was great to see so many Hoosiers on Capitol Hill working together to showcase the innovation, collaboration, and impact happening in Indiana’s national defense ecosystem. We are proud to support efforts that help advance our state’s defense mission and create opportunities for communities across Indiana.

07/17/2026

Strong economic development requires clear strategy, operational discipline and leadership prepared to turn opportunity into action.

RJL Solutions is supporting the Terre Haute Economic Development Corporation during this important period, with Jonathan Blake serving as interim president and working alongside its board, investors and partners to strengthen operations, advance business growth and position Terre Haute and Vigo County for long-term competitiveness.

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — To start 2026, Steve Witt resigned as President of the Terre Haute Economic Development Corporation. To help steady the corporation’s work, RJL Solutions has t…

07/17/2026

Happy birthday to Derion Searcey, RJL Solutions’ Director of Government Relations.

Derion brings so much to our team: curiosity, perspective, humor, style and a genuine care for the people and communities behind the work. He is thoughtful, sharp and always asking the kind of questions that make the conversation better.

He also shows up with a megawatt smile and an outfit that deserves its own calendar invite.

Please join us in wishing Derion a very happy birthday.

07/16/2026

Indiana’s energy future is tied to its economic future.

RJL team members attended IBJ Media’s Nuclear Energy & the AI Future summit, where leaders discussed how nuclear energy can support the growth of AI, advanced manufacturing, data centers and other emerging industries.

As demand for reliable, affordable power grows, long-term planning will be essential to keeping Indiana competitive and creating new opportunities across the state.

07/15/2026

More than $2.5 million in READI 2.0 Arts & Culture funding is moving transformational downtown Terre Haute projects forward. RJL Solutions was proud to support the Vigo County Capital Improvement Board in developing the Indiana Theatre application and assist with the review of the City of Terre Haute Parks and Recreation Department and Terre Haute Children's Museum application.

Thank you to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and Indiana Arts Commission for investing in the region and to the Wabash River Regional Development Authority for its leadership in advancing projects that strengthen quality of place, expand access to the arts and build momentum across West Central Indiana.

The Terre Haute area will be receiving more than $2.5 million READI 2.0 Arts & Culture grants awarded by the state of Indiana.

07/08/2026

Plans matter. So does the ability to adjust when circumstances shift.

In public policy, communications and community work, progress often depends on how well leaders respond to change, regroup with purpose and keep moving with discipline.

This week’s reminder: strategy is not just about having a plan. It is about knowing how to move when the plan changes.

07/04/2026

Today, America marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Independence Day is a time to celebrate our country’s history and reflect on the responsibility that comes with civic life.

At RJL Solutions, we are grateful to work alongside organizations, communities and leaders who are committed to strengthening the places they serve.

Happy Independence Day from RJL Solutions.

07/02/2026

America’s story has always been built locally.

In city halls, county meetings, community foundations, chambers, development organizations and public-private partnerships, people work every day to strengthen the places they call home.

As America marks 250 years, RJL Solutions is reflecting on the local leadership that turns ideas into progress. Strong communities require planning, communication, collaboration and the ability to bring the right people to the table.

That is where meaningful community and economic development work begins.

07/01/2026

Nine years ago, RJL Solutions started in Terre Haute with a clear purpose: helping people, organizations and communities Be Relevant.

Relevant to the conversations shaping Indiana.
Relevant to the decisions that move work forward.
Relevant to the relationships and opportunities that create momentum.

Since then, RJL has grown to Indianapolis, Evansville and Washington, D.C.

Now, as we celebrate nine years, we are preparing for a new Terre Haute address and a next chapter in the city where RJL began.

We are not showing the full space just yet, but consider this your first clue.

Nine years of RJL. A new space ahead. The same purpose driving what comes next.

07/01/2026

Happy Birthday to Hailee Christner, our Creative Advertising Manager!

If organization were an Olympic sport, Hailee would have a gold medal. Her color-coded calendars and incredible attention to detail keep projects moving and our team on track. But what really makes Hailee stand out is that she's always willing to jump in, help wherever she's needed and go the extra mile for our clients and teammates.

Hailee brings creativity, positivity and a fun-loving personality to the office every day. We're grateful to have her on the RJL Solutions team and hope she has a birthday that's every bit as colorful and wonderful as she is.

Happy Birthday, Hailee!