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What’s happening to spur economic vitality in the South Bend, Indiana, Region, and surrounding areas? And who are the people behind these efforts? We'll dive deeper beyond the headlines to keep you informed on the people and businesses making things happen in the region. You’ll hear casual and candid conversations with real people—business and community leaders driving the region forward. Hear authentic, unscripted stories from entrepreneurs, business owners, elected officials, and more!
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Eric Garton | Executive Director, Wellfield Botanic Gardens
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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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Theresa Cruthird | Partner, Generations AdventurePlex
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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 to grow and wha…
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Seth Maust | Executive Director, Five Star Life
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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
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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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Amanda Ellis | Editor in Chief, Livability.com
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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
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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 franchise?…
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Dr. Jerry Thacker | Superintendent, Penn-Harris Madison School District
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Dr. Jerry will give us a "State of the School District" overview, discussing things like how they are able to attract and retain world class teachers. What the day to day challenges of the school district are and what the future looks like.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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John David & Jonathon Gouge | Michiana Health Insurance
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John and Jon unravel the confusing world of health insurance, especially if you are a small business in need of adding benefits for your employees. They will also tell you what you need to know about insurance, as you are trying to attract and retain top talent.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Edward Hayes | President, Hayes Design Co.
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Edward talks with us about what goes into the decision of giving up a job with a steady paycheck to open your own business. What are the key components of operating a successful business in the current landscape, and as a business owner, what keeps him up at night.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Drew Dudley | Author, Motivational Speaker & Founder, Day One Leadership
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Drew is a dynamic speaker and author who will talk about leadership and leadership potential, but probably not like you've ever heard before. His goal is to redefine leadership for as many people as possible.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Mike Leda | Business Manager and Financial Secretary, IBEW Local 153
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Mike will talk to us about the many different layers of being a unionized electrician. What the current job market for electricians looks like, both with projects they are currently working on and future ones, like the new GM Battery Plant. Mike will also discuss, in depth, the IBEW Apprenticeship Program, what it takes to get involved, and what yo…
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Scott Ruszkowski | Chief of Police, South Bend Police Department
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Chief talks to us about the business of policing. How policing has changed over the years, and how you can keep yourself, your family and your business safe.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Jake Teshka | Indiana State Representative, House District 7
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Jake is also the Director of Business Development at Majority Builders. Jake will tell us what the construction climate is like in St. Joseph County and what does the future look like moving forward. We talk about what is on the docket when the new session starts at the Statehouse, and what does Jake's home/work life balance look like, being the fa…
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Andy Kostielney | DLZ Indiana | Fmr. St. Joseph County Commissioner
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We chat with Andy about the great things he and the other commissioners accomplished during his time in office, and how what they did planted the seeds for the progress we are seeing now in the county. We will also find out what Andy is up to these days, and what he sees for the future of St. Joseph County.…
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Larry Tracy | President, Memorial Hospital of South Bend
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Larry will tell us how a kid from Ohio made his way to South Bend Indiana to head up the largest employer in the region, it's quite a story. Larry also talks about the pressure of being responsible for 7,000 employees and their families…. The exciting changes and growth not only coming to the downtown South Bend Campus, but also Beacon Health Servi…
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Steve Smith & Vanessa Cooreman Smith | Irish Realty, Irish Custom Homes and Flourish Interiors
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Welcome to the Behind The Region Podcast from the South Bend Regional Chamber, being powered by Tech Tyler PC, bringing cost effective I.T. solutions to fit any budget. This week we chat with Steve Smith and Vanessa Cooreman Smith, from Irish Realty, Irish Custom Homes and Flourish Interiors Steve and Vanessa will talk about everything housing. Is …
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TJ Jorgensen | Founder & CEO, TJ21 Media Group
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TJ will tell us about leaving a high paying job to start his own business while his wife was pregnant. How he grew his business to what it is today, why he is so dedicated to charity work, and what was the motivation to move his offices and studios into downtown South Bend.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Ismail Turay, Jr. | Executive Editor, South Bend Tribune
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Ismail gives us a look into the long history of the newspaper. He discusses how newspapers and print media in general has changed, and how the South Bend Tribune is adapting to that, and what does the future of print media look like.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Math, History, Philosophy, Ocean Science, Chief of Staff...Who has interest in all of these? It's James Mueller, Mayor of South Bend! He talks about his background, housing, zoning, new and upcoming projects & a whole lot more is this installment of Behind the Region.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Mishawaka Mayor Dave Wood visits with us and talks about the tremendous growth the city has seen. What challenges he faces as the mayor, the state of the city of Mishawaka and what does the future look like for the Princess City.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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This week we talk to Peg Dalton, owner of PEGGS Restaurant in downtown South Bend. We will learn the key to PEGGS' success, being in business for 20 plus years. What it was like opening a restaurant 20 years ago in downtown South Bend, bringing a restaurant through the pandemic, and what the future looks like for PEGGS.…
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Carl Baxmeyer | President, St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners
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We chat with Carl Baxmeyer, the President of the St. Joseph County Commissioners. We learn exactly what a commissioner does, the state of St. Joseph County and what the future of the county looks like.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Josh Sisk | Executive Director, Potawatomi Zoo
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On this episode we chat with Josh Sisk, the Executive Director of the Potawatomi Zoo. We will learn about what happens behind the scenes at the zoo on a day to day basis. What the main purpose of a zoo is, and how Josh has been able to grow the zoo into what it is today, as well as get an insight into Josh's hopes and dreams, and what the future pl…
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Andrew Tyler | President & Founder, Tech Tyler PC
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Our guest is Andrew Tyler, president and founder of Tech Tyler PC. Andrew will talk about small business IT needs and solutions, as well as tell us about the latest scams out there and how you can protect yourself and your business.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Mike Noland | President and CEO, South Shore Line
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We chat with Mike about everything South Shore. He will discuss the double track, travel times, moving the train to the west side of the South Bend International Airport, and what that means. We will also talk about the possibility of bringing the train back into downtown South Bend and get an update on the government funding that is available.…
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Dr. Todd Cummings | Superintendent, South Bend Community School Corporation
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Dr. Cummings discusses everything South Bend Schools. Day to day operations, the new facilities plan and what does the future for the corporation look like.By South Bend Regional Chamber
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Mike Daigle | CEO/Executive Director, South Bend International Airport
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On this episode, Mike takes us beyond the ticket counter, and tells us what it takes to run the airport on a day to day basis. How many people are behind the scenes to make sure you get to your destination safely, what it takes to bring in new airlines and routes, and what the future of SBN looks like.…
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Joe Dooley | CFO, EVS Ltd 2023 Small Business of the Year
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Did you know that one of the largest manufacturers of ambulance seating is right here in South Bend? On this episode you will hear their amazing story as we sit down with their Chief Financial Officer, Joe Dooley. Joe will talk about how the company got started, why, as they are expanding and building a new facility, that they are staying in South …
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Pete Yonkman | President/CEO, Cook Medical
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Pete Yonkman, President/CEO of Cook Medical, shares his insights on how conscious entrepreneurship leads to uplifted communities and can be the greatest tool for societal improvement. He is actively involved in issues like adult education, workforce development, fostering startups, and creating a business culture that supports entrepreneurs. A born…
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Erik Johnson | 2023 Outstanding Young Business Leader | Principal, J2 Marketing | Entrepreneur
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Erik Johnson talks about always looking for new adventures. Perhaps nothing describes this young entrepreneur more. At age 34, his incredible visionary leadership has led to the founding of multiple businesses and a strong commitment to community. Join us, as we dive into what's behind the success of our 2023 Outstanding Young Business Leader.…
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Anne Feferman | 2023 Woman of Influence Recipient | Vice President, Commercial & Business Services, TCU
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When the 2023 Woman of Influence, Anne Feferman, walks into a room, you know she’s there. Immediately, you recognize someone who lives life with passion and that passion motivates her, which, in turn, motivates everyone else around her. She does not fully appreciate the impact she has on her colleagues and the community. Her altruistic motives to h…
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Jeff Jarnecke | Executive Director, Visit South Bend Mishawaka
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Tourism is big business in the South Bend Region, with an economic impact of more than $800 million annually. In this episode we chat with Jeff Jarnecke, the Executive Director of Visit South Bend Mishawaka, to find out what the tourism landscape looks like, what new projects are coming down the pipeline, such as the new sports complex, and Visit S…
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What’s happening to spur economic vitality in the South Bend, Indiana, Region, and surrounding areas? And who are the people behind these efforts? Hosts Jeff Rea, President & CEO of the South Bend Regional Chamber, and Mark McGill, Director of Member Relations of the South Bend Regional Chamber, will dive deeper beyond the headlines to keep you inf…
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In the final episode of the 2020-2021 NBA Season, Stephen and Danny talk about the Spurs mediocre finish to the season, the draft lottery which gave the Spurs the 12th overall pick, and the talent gap between the Spurs young core and their seasoned veterans.By SpursDynasty.com
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Ep 56: What We Liked, What We Hated, and What Was Meh
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Stephen and Danny talk about newly inducted Hall of Famer Tim Duncan. Then the fellas discuss what they liked about the season, what they hated about the season, and what they were indifferent about throughout the season. Finally, they take a look at the Spurs play-in game against the Grizzlies.By SpursDynasty.com
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Ep 55: Close The Game With The Young Guys
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Stephen and Danny discuss the latest woes for the Spurs including their brutal overtime losses to the Celtics and Sixers. They also talk about Coach Pop's decision-making and then cast judgment on Lonnie Walker's successes and failures this season. Finally, the guys look ahead to the season's close and predict the final outcome.…
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Stephen and Danny talk about Spurs Head Coach Gregg Popovich and his rotation decisions the past few weeks. Does Devin Vassell need more minutes? Do certain veterans need less minutes? Has the game changed too much for Pop? Please. The guys discuss some of the bright spots so far this season and look ahead to the final push.…
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