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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 in... more
FAQs about Behind the Region:How many episodes does Behind the Region have?The podcast currently has 94 episodes available.
April 18, 2025Donald Swift | Director of Development, Resurrection Lutheran AcademySend us a textDonald will tell us the history of RLA, the biggest challenges facing private schools, how they attract and retain their teachers and staff, and their future plans....more19minPlay
April 11, 2025Kierstin Eifler | CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities of MichianaSend us a textKierstin will tell us precisely what RMHC is and does, the local history of the house, and how it came to be. What plans are being made to make it an even better resource for the community, and how can you get involved? ...more27minPlay
April 04, 2025Emilie Utigard | Executive Director, Children's Museum of South BendSend us a textEmilie will discuss the sweet reason why she started the museum, what you can expect when walking through the doors, and what her future hopes and dreams are for the museum. Annie Johnson, a member of the Board of Directors, will also join us and share her vision. ...more28minPlay
March 28, 2025Craig Heatherly | Risk Advisor & Former D1 Collegiate Basketball CoachSend us a textCraig was a standout basketball player at Mishawaka High School and a D1 College Basketball Coach. He will talk about when he knew it was time to give up coaching, what went into the decision to hang up his whistle, and how he knew what was next. Craig also talks about what makes an amazing company like Gibson even better and how they have achieved all its success. ...more27minPlay
March 21, 2025Cale Bolinger | General Manager, Knollwood Country ClubSend us a textCale will tell us what changes to expect since the club is now under new ownership. He will also describe his path to becoming the general manager of a country club, and we will see if he can give Jeff some tips to improve his short game. ...more28minPlay
March 14, 2025Jay Mattern | Owner, President & CEO, Villing & CompanySend us a textAs a marketing firm, Jay will discuss the state of marketing today and how Villing & Company keeps up with the ever-changing industry landscape.Jay will also talk about what went into the decision to buy a marketing firm, shortly after retiring from owning a successful staffing agency, especially not knowing much about running a marketing firm.Jay will also talk about attracting and retaining employees in this demanding and ever-changing industry. ...more27minPlay
March 07, 2025Ryan Matthys | Managing Partner, RSMSend us a textRyan will tell us, as a hometown boy, why he chose to stay in South Bend to raise his family, and some of the changes he has seen over the years.He will tell us what steps he takes to attract and retain his top talent.Why is it important to Ryan to give back so much to the community, especially as a member of the Board of Directors at the chamber, and how does he view his role as Board Chair?...more29minPlay
February 28, 2025Joe McGuire | CEO, Pure Green FarmsSend us a textDid you know there is a pretty good chance that the lettuce you are eating is grown right here in South Bend? Joe will tell us how that works. He will also talk about how he attracts and retains his specialized team, and what are the future plans for Pure Green Farms. ...more28minPlay
February 21, 2025Justin Reinke | Owner & President, HGR GroupSend us a textJustin will tell us what it's like to run a 4th generation construction business. With all the projects they are involved in, how do they attract and retain their top talent. And what does the construction industry's future look like in St. Joseph County? ...more28minPlay
February 14, 2025Jason Osterhage | President & CEO, Everwise Credit UnionSend us a textJason will tell us about his journey from big city credit unions to South Bend, and why he chose to call Michiana home.He will talk about the rebranding of Teachers Credit Union to Everwise, and why the change.Jason will also tell us a very cool story about the role TCU, at the time, played in naming the Michiana Region....more27minPlay
FAQs about Behind the Region:How many episodes does Behind the Region have?The podcast currently has 94 episodes available.