Indiana Technology and Manufacturing Companies (ITAMCO) is proud to announce that our Chairman, Gary L. Neidig, has been selected for the 2025 Indiana 250—IBJ Media’s annual list honoring 250 Hoosiers who are shaping business, civic life, and innovation across the state. Gary is recognized in the Manufacturing, Logistics & Transportation category, underscoring the impact his four‑decade career has had on advanced manufacturing in Indiana and beyond.
Why the Indiana 250 Matters
First published in 2022, the Indiana 250 is compiled by editors and executives from the Indianapolis Business Journal, Inside INdiana Business, and The Indiana Lawyer. After months of research and community consultation, the team selects Hoosiers whose leadership is driving meaningful change in their industries and communities. Inclusion on this list signals statewide influence and a reputation for visionary leadership.
A Legacy of Growth and Innovation at ITAMCO
When Gary joined ITAMCO in 1979, the company operated from a 24,000 square foot shop in Plymouth, Indiana. Under his guidance, we have grown into a multi facility, half million square foot enterprise known worldwide for precision gears, advanced machining, and digital manufacturing solutions.
2005‑present
Launch of in‑house software development for shop‑floor and business systems
Enabled real‑time data and lean workflows
2010
Early adoption of additive manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies
Diversified capabilities and attracted new industries
2023
Appointment to the Board of Directors of MxD, the nation’s digital manufacturing institute
Positioned ITAMCO at the center of U.S. manufacturing innovation (ITAMCO)
2024
Transition to 100 % employee ownership (ESOP)
Secured long‑term independence and aligned every employee with customer success (Newswire)
Commitment to People, Technology, and Community
Gary’s philosophy blends deep technical curiosity with a people‑first culture:
- Technologist at heart – A graduate of Bob Jones University (B.S., Business Management; minor in Computer Science), Gary still codes, authoring both engineering and ERP applications that keep ITAMCO agile. (MxD)
- Champion for small & medium manufacturers – His seat on the MxD Board ensures that the voice of Midwestern manufacturers influences national policy and research agendas. (ITAMCO)
- Steward of employee ownership – “Becoming 100 % employee‑owned is the next step in our journey of continual improvement,” Gary said when announcing the ESOP, emphasizing shared prosperity and talent retention. (Newswire)
What This Recognition Means for ITAMCO Stakeholders
- Customers gain a partner whose leadership is validated at the highest levels of state industry.
- Employee owners share in the pride—and the responsibility—of working for a company led by one of Indiana’s most influential business figures.
- Community partners can count on Gary and ITAMCO to continue investing time, talent, and resources in local workforce, STEM education, and sustainability initiatives.
Looking Ahead
“Recognition on the Indiana 250 list is not a finish line; it’s a reminder that our best work is still ahead,” Gary remarked when notified of the honor. “From digital thread integration to next generation gear technologies, ITAMCO will keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible—right here in Indiana.”
Please join all of us at ITAMCO in congratulating Gary Neidig on this well deserved accolade. We remain committed to the innovative spirit, collaborative culture, and customer first mindset that have defined his leadership for more than 40 years.
