Indiana commerce secretary to continue leading major electric contractor

Secretary Chuck Goodrich answered questions on his economic vision for Indiana, his firm's relationship with the state and more.

By: Leslie Bonilla Muñiz

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: July 15, 2026

Words: 629

Last Updated: 6 days, 4 hours ago

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Newly installed Indiana Commerce Secretary Chuck Goodrich says that he will continue leading Gaylor Electric, one of the nation’s largest non-union electrical construction firms, in addition to his state leadership job.

“We spent six weeks before announcing I would become the secretary of commerce literally separating duties,” Goodrich told reporters Tuesday, during an introductory news conference. “I’ll remain the CEO of Gaylor, and I will be the secretary of commerce.”

“Now, how we do …

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