Reflecting on the 111th Indiana Weights and Measures Conference

The 111th Indiana Weights and Measures Conference was a tremendous success, and we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to this event. Held at the Horizon Convention Center, the conference provided the perfect setting for industry professionals to come together, share insights, and continue advancing the field of weights and measures in Indiana. We want to thank the Horizon Convention Center team for their exceptional hospitality and support throughout the event.

A special thank you goes out to our outstanding presenters, whose expertise and dedication made the conference both informative and engaging. Scott Sowder (Hamilton Co), Gabriel Beatty (Henry Co), LaMar Horn (State), Evan Swingle (State), Mike Arnold (State), Jim Michel (Huntington Co), and author of Modern Weights and Measures Regulation in the United States — Craig Leisy, all delivered impactful presentations, sharing their knowledge and sparking meaningful discussions. Your contributions are at the heart of why this annual gathering remains an invaluable experience for everyone in attendance.

State Director Alan Goff took the opportunity to speak to the inspectors.

At this year’s conference, we proudly recognized the incredible dedication and commitment of inspectors who have reached significant milestones in their careers. Their hard work ensures accuracy, fairness, and consumer protection across Indiana.

Five Years of Service
Congratulations to the following inspectors for five years of exemplary service:

Carl Fryman, Daviess County
Laura Lott, Clark County
Greg Nelson, Johnson County
Jeff Rushforth, Hamilton County
Gary Salb, Dubois County

Ten Years of Service
Reaching a decade of service is no small feat, and we commend:

David Gray, Dearborn County
Matt Higginbotham, Wayne County
Stephen Ingram, Floyd County
Steve Sorah, Wayne County

Fifteen Years of Service
A special acknowledgment goes to Roger Shields from the City of Mishawaka, whose 15 years of service reflect a deep commitment to fairness and compliance in transactions.

Twenty Years of Service
Celebrating two decades of excellence, we honor Mike Greene from Miami County. Mike’s professionalism and dedication over the past 20 years have been an inspiration in the field.

Twenty-Five Years of Service
Finally, we celebrate an extraordinary milestone—25 years of service by Jim Michel of Huntington County. Jim’s invaluable contributions have strengthened the foundation of Indiana’s Weights and Measures program, benefiting businesses and consumers alike. Along with his wife Rita, they have done a wonderful job helping to feed our inspectors during the conference.

Thank you to all these exceptional individuals for their steadfast dedication to ensuring fairness and accuracy in Indiana’s marketplace!