People love to vote for things online, especially if it's a chance to show some support for local businesses. It's cool to brag about something in your town that has won a contest. Right now Hoosiers are being asked to cast votes in a state-wide tournament being put on by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce - the 4th Annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana.

What is the Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana Tournament?

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As the name suggests, this tournament is meant to recognize manufacturers in Indiana - companies that literally 'make' stuff. Nominated businesses have been matched up in a bracket-style tournament, with your votes determining who moves on to the next round.

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This year's competition features 90 businesses, entered from more than 50 Hoosier communities - which is nearly twice as many as last year! The contestants, matchups, and vast array of phenomenal products (with descriptions) can now be seen on the event’s website. Fans and followers of the competitors can be part of the competition by voting online at www.indianachamber.com/coolestthing. Voters must vote for all matchups in any given round in which they vote.

How/Where/When to Vote

Voting for round one is underway right now and continues through November 5. Voting is online and is free and open to everyone. Below is the voting period for each round; all times noted are in Eastern Time. Rounds conclude at 9pm with a 9am start time for rounds two through to the finals.

  • Round 1: October 31-November 5
  • Round 2: November 6-11
  • Round 3: November 12-15
  • Round 4: November 16-21
  • Round 5: November 22-26
  • Semis: November 27-December 2
  • Finals: December 3-5

Awards for this year’s top finishers will be presented at the 2024 Best IN Manufacturing Awards Luncheon on December 11 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.

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