Best South Bend Regional Chamber Podcasts (2024)

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Christina McGovern-CEO of YSB-Youth Service Bureau of St. Joseph County 26:45

2h ago26:45

26:45

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 building going up o…

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Bob Hayden - Jordan Automotive Group 26:59

1h ago26:59

26:59

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. How has the c…

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

3d ago25:38

25:38

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 children. .…

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

7d ago27:37

27:37

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 Goodwill Store…

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

3d ago30:05

30:05

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 small. How big pr…

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

11d ago28:42

28:42

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 28:57

28d ago28:57

28:57

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 24:40

1M ago24:40

24:40

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

2M ago30:14

30:14

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 28:24

2M ago28:24

28:24

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

3M ago29:54

29:54

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 29:10

4M ago29:10

29:10

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 30:47

5M ago30:47

30:47

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. 28:37

5M ago28:37

28:37

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 34:06

6M ago34:06

34:06

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 29:39

7M ago29:39

29:39

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 29:26

7M ago29:26

29:26

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 30:57

8M ago30:57

30:57

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 29:45

8M ago29:45

29:45

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 31:58

9M ago31:58

31:58

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 29:43

9M ago29:43

29:43

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 31:41

9M ago31:41

31:41

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 32:21

10M ago32:21

32:21

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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James Mueller | Mayor of South Bend 29:32

10M ago29:32

29:32

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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Dave Wood | Mayor of Mishawaka 30:20

11M ago30:20

30:20

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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Peg Dalton | Owner, PEGGS 26:33

11M ago26:33

26:33

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 30:14

12M ago30:14

30:14

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 30:47

1y ago30:47

30:47

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 29:00

1y ago29:00

29:00

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 29:29

1y ago29:29

29:29

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 29:09

1y ago29:09

29:09

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 27:58

1y ago27:58

27:58

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 25:28

1y ago25:28

25:28

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 27:06

1y ago27:06

27:06

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 28:27

1+ y ago28:27

28:27

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 29:14

1+ y ago29:14

29:14

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 27:51

1+ y ago27:51

27:51

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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Welcome to Behind The Region 30:42

1+ y ago30:42

30:42

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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