Best Indiana Chamber Podcasts (2024)

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Cherri (Peate) Kulp-Founder and CEO of UnEarthed Coaching and Consulting 25:42

11h ago25:42

25:42

Send us a text Cherri will tell us how, as a leader, you can build confidence, not just for yourself but also for your team. She will help you understand the art and science of networking, and how to make social and professional capital.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Mark Nowak | Owner, Culver's Franchisees 26:16

7d ago26:16

26:16

Send us a text We will chat with Mark about making a major career change after 2 decades in teaching and what went into that decision. He will tell us about life in the very demanding food industry, how he attracts his workers, and what keeps him up at night.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Shawn O'Brien | Executive Director, MACIAF (Michiana Area Construction Industry Advancement Fund) 25:31

15d ago25:31

25:31

Send us a text Shawn will tell us exactly what MACIAF is and what it does. We will discuss how the organization is helping to ensure that we have enough construction workers to work on the multiple big projects happening in St. Joseph County. Shawn will also talk about the construction industry's future and what that looks like.…

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Greg Giczi | President & CEO, PBS Michiana - WNIT 26:42

19d ago26:42

26:42

Send us a text WNIT is celebrating 50 years of informing and entertaining Michiana. Greg will tell us how they have managed to stay relevant in an industry that is constantly changing. What is he most proud of during his tenure at WNIT? What are he and his staff currently working on and looking into his crystal ball, what does the future hold for p…

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Jennifer Liddell | President, The Junior League of South Bend 24:33

26d ago24:33

24:33

Send us a text Jennifer will tell us just what Junior League is. She will discuss the good they do in the community and why and how you can get involved in this great organization.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Nick Swisher | Former Director of Marketing, Communications and Events, IDEA Center, University of Notre Dame 27:30

1M ago27:30

27:30

Send us a text Nick will tell us what the IDEA Center is and everything they do. Why is it important for Notre Dame to have an IDEA Center? Why have they grown so quickly, and what exciting things do the future hold for Nick and his staff?By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Phil Blasko | Superintendent of Parks, Mishawaka Parks and Recreation 27:51

1M ago27:51

27:51

Send us a text We will talk with Phil about the continuing transformation and renovations of all the parks within the city. What goes into a park renovation, and how do Phil and his team choose what Amenities to put in a park? Phil will also update us on current projects within the parks and what is next on the docket.…

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Taryn MacFarlane | Vice President, Regional Initiatives, South Bend-Elkhart Regional Partnership 25:45

2M ago25:45

25:45

Send us a text We will find out what the Partnership does, and how it affects regional development. We will discuss Regional Cities, Readi Grants, and the economic impact those programs have on the region. Taryn will also look into the future and tell us what the Partnership is working on, and what we should be excited about moving forward.…

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Representative Rudy Yakym | Indiana's 2nd Congressional District, U.S. House of Representatives 29:04

2M ago29:04

29:04

Send us a text Coming up on 2 years on the job, we talk about the life of a Congressman. How Rudy manages to be a terrific, ever-present husband and father, yet a very effective Congressman, whose office is in Washington D.C. What keeps him awake at night, and what excites him about the future?By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Caleb Bauer | Executive Director of Community Investment, City of South Bend 31:41

2M ago31:41

31:41

Send us a text Caleb will take us through a rapid-fire question-and-answer segment addressing all the projects the city has going on, and even some on the horizon that you may not be aware of yet. From Notre Dame, to the new Beacon Patient Tower, to multiple new housing options all across the city, including in the heart of downtown, if there is a …

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DJ Tavernier | Owner, River Valley Construction Group 24:58

2M ago24:58

24:58

Send us a text We will talk about the ever-changing housing market and the seemingly never-ending quest for affordable housing and what can be done about it. What went into DJ's decision to go out on his own, what are some challenges he is experiencing, and how is he overcoming those challenges?By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Nate Zolman | Owner, Zolman's Best One Tire & Auto Care 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

Send us a text Nate tells us about the company's humble beginnings and what his parents had to endure when they decided to open a small tire shop in Mishawaka, Indiana. Why did he choose to stay in the family business? How has he taken his father's dream, and grown it into double-digit locations in 2 states? Nate also discusses the dynamic of worki…

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Chris Mahlmann, Founder | Jenny Craig Brown, Executive Director | GreatNews.Life 28:48

3M ago28:48

28:48

Send us a text This week we talk with Chris Mahlmann, the Founder, and Jenny Craig Brown, the Executive Director of GreatNews.Life. We will find out what GreatNews.Life is, the amazing story of how it started, and what went into Chris's decision to leave his job at the Chicago Board of Trade, move to Northwest Indiana, and start an organization ded…

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Steve Messenger | President & Co-Owner, CRS Custom 23:04

3M ago23:04

23:04

Send us a text Steve tells us about the state of the body shop world these days and the changes he's endured over the years. The challenges of running a family business, especially when every family member works there. Steve will also talk about the thinking behind his recent million-dollar expansion in Osceola.…

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Stephanie Murphy | Executive Director, St. Joe County Public Library 26:38

3M ago26:38

26:38

Send us a text This week we chat with Stephanie Murphy, the Executive Director of the St. Joseph County Public Library. Stephanie will tell us what's new at the library, and how it stays relevant in these ever-changing times. We will talk about the beautiful new branch in Downtown South Bend and what went into the decision to make it what it is tod…

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Eric Hessel - Hendricks County Community Foundation 7:13

3M ago7:13

7:13

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Lily Scholar - Hayden Gabberd 3:01

3M ago3:01

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Look Who Just Dropped In...LillyScholar - TibaAltower 5:15

3M ago5:15

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Look Who Just Dropped In...LillyScholar - AahanPajbia 3:22

3M ago3:22

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Jim Conklin, Co-Founder & Executive Director | Julie McGill, Partnership & Donor Engagement, Cultivate Food Rescue 29:04

4M ago29:04

29:04

Send us a text Jim is the Executive Director and Julie is the Development Director for Elkhart County. Jim is also one of the founders and will tell us exactly what Cultivate Food Rescue is, how the idea for Cultivate came to be, what was the original plan for the organization and how it developed into what it is today. Jim and Julie will also tell…

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Matt Schrock | Vice President, DJ Construction 28:20

4M ago28:20

28:20

Send us a text Matt talks about what it's like to be part of the leadership team of a 3rd generation, family business, and the modern-day pressures to keep the business growing. What is the current state of commercial construction in St. Joseph County, and does he foresee a slowdown on the horizon? And with all the construction projects happening l…

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Ryan Woodruff | Regional Manager, GVC Mortgage 25:27

4M ago25:27

25:27

Send us a text We will learn about Ryan's journey from retail, into the mortgage industry and all the stops in between. What does it take to be a successful mortgage broker? What is the current state of the housing industry, and what does the future look like?By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Matt Helmkamp | President, Gates Automotive Group 29:09

4M ago29:09

29:09

Send us a text Matt talks to us about the keys to running a 4th generation business, and what it is like to groom the 5th generation. What is the secret that makes the Gates Automotive Group so successful? What is the current state of the car business and what does the future look like, especially in the EV space?…

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(6-21-24) - Richard Sterban of The Oak Ridge Boys 23:08

4M ago23:08

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Frances Mock Communications and Finance Director for The HCCF 6:36

4M ago6:36

6:36

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Tom Downard of the Avon Chamber of Commerce 7:09

4M ago7:09

7:09

WYRZ's Shane Ray talks to Tom Downard of the Avon Chamber of Commerce about the 2024 Hendricks county Rib-Fest set for June 29th at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds.By Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Kareemah Fowler | CFO & Assistant Superintendent, South Bend Community School Corporation 26:52

5M ago26:52

26:52

Send us a text Kareemah was the Woman of Influence Award Winner at this year's Salute to Business Luncheon. She will tell us what best practices the corporation has implemented to make it more efficient. Kareemah will also talk Career Center and tell us what exciting things are on the horizon for South Bend Schools.…

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Amber Pulford | Market President, Everwise Credit Union 24:20

5M ago24:20

24:20

Send us a text Amber discusses her career path and how she became a Market President at such a young age. How the business of banking has changed, and why she is so passionate about giving back to the community.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Shelby Abner -Brownsburg Community Relations Manager 6:54

5M ago6:54

6:54

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Look Who Just Dropped In...William Rhodehamel - Hendricks County Community Foundation 7:49

5M ago7:49

7:49

William Rhodehamel - Hendricks County Community FoundationBy Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Susan Kolozsvari - Mathnasium of Avon 4:51

5M ago4:51

4:51

Susan Kolozsvari - Mathnasium of AvonBy Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Jonathan Woodring - The Refuge 5:37

5M ago5:37

5:37

Jonathan Woodring-The RefugeBy Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Kate Lee | Executive Director of Education & Workforce, South Bend Regional Chamber 28:00

5M ago28:00

28:00

Send us a text Kate tells us about the important work being done in conjunction with our schools, trying to help prepare our students for What's Next? We chat about the career center and how we can connect with employers to ensure their workforce needs are met.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Christina McGovern | CEO, Youth Service Bureau of St. Joseph County 26:45

5M ago26:45

26:45

Send us a text Christina will tell us about the great work her team is doing to combat teen homelessness, She also chats about how she runs the agency like a business, even though it is a non-profit organization. The fundraising challenges she faces in this sea of so many worthwhile non-profits, and the future of YSB, including their brand new buil…

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Bob Hayden | Consultant, Retired Jordan Automotive Group 26:59

5M ago26:59

26:59

Send us a text This week we chat with Bob Hayden, our Distinguished Business Leader of the Year Award Winner, at this year's Salute to Business Luncheon. Bob just "retired" after 50 years in the car business, spending most of those years with the Jordan Automotive Group. We talked to Bob about the key to spending 50 years in the automotive industry…

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Eve Marie Bassenbach - Hendricks Live! 6:21

6M ago6:21

6:21

Look Who Just Dropped In...Eve Marie Bassenbach from Hendricks Live!By Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Dr. Tracy Warhop | Owner, House of Health 25:38

6M ago25:38

25:38

Send us a text Tracy will explain what the House of Health is and why we are lucky to have such a unique business, originally dedicated to helping professional athletes, right here in Michiana. Tracy talks about what went into the decision of opening a clinic like this in South Bend, and how she deals with a work life balance, having 2 young childr…

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Hendricks Civic Theatre Presents - A Few Good Men (preview) 2024 27:29

6M ago27:29

27:29

Shane Ray talks with the cast and crew of the Hendricks Civic Theatre production of "A Few Good Men" performing from June 7-9 and June 14-16 at Hendricks Live! in Plainfield. The cast also performs a preview of one of the scenes from the show!By Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Debie Coble | President & CEO, Goodwill Industries of Michiana 27:37

6M ago27:37

27:37

Send us a text Debie will dive into all of the amazing work that Goodwill does, and yes they are more than just thrift stores. Debie will tell us how Goodwill's mission is always changing to meet the growing needs in the community. She will talk about the expansion project they are preparing to embark on, and her journey from being an employee at a…

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Jeff Rea, President & CEO | Alyson Herzig, Director of Economic Development | South Bend Regional Chamber 30:05

6M ago30:05

30:05

Send us a text This week we pull back the curtain on the Chamber's Economic Development arm, and flip the script where our President/CEO, Jeff Rea is not the interviewer, but the interviewee. Jeff is joined by the Director of Economic Development at the Chamber, Alyson Herzig. They will chat about all things E.D. happening in the county, big and sm…

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Eric Garton | Executive Director, Wellfield Botanic Gardens 28:42

6M ago28:42

28:42

Send us a text Eric will take us on an audio tour of the gardens, telling us all that they have to offer year-round. Eric will talk about how the gardens got started, and about the major expansion currently underway.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Ken and Anne Huebel 6:51

7M ago6:51

6:51

Ken and Anne Huebel of Huebel Hydro FarmBy Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Theresa Cruthird | Partner, Generations AdventurePlex 28:57

7M ago28:57

28:57

Send us a text Theresa, a doctor by trade, has a great story about why she chose to leave a very successful career in the medical field and open up a family fun center, and why she chose to do it here in Michiana. We will learn how she overcame struggles while taking a dream and making it into a reality. How Generations AdventurePlex is continuing …

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Bridget Huck - ASH Interactive 5:01

7M ago5:01

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Erin Gregg - Homewood Suites 5:35

7M ago5:35

5:35

Erin Gregg from Homewood Suites in BrownsburgBy Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Seth Maust | Executive Director, Five Star Life 24:40

7M ago24:40

24:40

Send us a text Seth will tell us exactly what Five Star Life is and how it is impacting the youth of today. We will also discuss what challenges Seth faces, leading a business that relies heavily on outside funding.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Juan Constantino | Executive Director, La Casa de Amistad 30:14

7M ago30:14

30:14

Send us a text Juan talks about his journey from immigrating here with his family in 1998, to leading one of the fastest growing non profits in the area. How La Casa de Amistad has grown into what it is today, and what does the future hold.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Look Who Just Dropped In...Dr. Eric Sputh - Ophthalmologist with Hendricks Regional Health 6:20

7M ago6:20

6:20

Dr. Eric Sputh - Ophthalmologist with Hendricks Regional Health talks about eye care and the upcoming April 8th, 2024 solar eclipse.By Hosted by the voices of WYRZ

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Amanda Ellis | Editor in Chief, Livability.com 28:24

8M ago28:24

28:24

Send us a text Amanda was the keynote speaker at our Salute to Business Luncheon this year. We chat with Amanda about her time visiting South Bend. How our area compares to other areas she has researched and visited, what should we be most proud of and what areas need some improvement.By South Bend Regional Chamber

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Rich Naponelli | Owner, Fetch Pet Care of Michiana/Dog Training Elite 29:54

9M ago29:54

29:54

Send us a text Rich went from being a successful Estate Planning Attorney, to purchasing not one but two different franchises. What went into the decision to give up a good paying job to "put your name on the sign?" What are the challenges of being a small business owner in the current climate, and what are the pros and cons of buying into a franch…

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