Behind the Region

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!

Behind the Region is a business podcast hosted by South Bend Regional Chamber, with 153 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

South Bend Regional Chamber hosts Behind the Region, a business show with 153 episodes published.

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

• 

  Behind the Region

  Stephanie Baxter, OD - Michiana Eye Center

  Aug 28, 202631 min

  Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Behind the Region , the South Bend Regional Chamber sits down with Stephanie Baxter of Michiana Eye Center to talk about leadership, business, and the people who help make the Michiana region a great place to live and work. Stephanie shares her perspective on building a successful organization, serving the community, and navigating the ever-changing landscape of healthcare and business. We’ll also get to know the person behind the professional title and hear what inspires her work across the region

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Behind the Region

  Kim Sult - Owner of The Cat Lady Cafe

  Aug 21, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today we're joined by a guest who's proving that entrepreneurship and community impact can go hand in hand. Kim Sult is the founder of the Cat Lady Café, a one-of-a-kind business that combines a love of coffee, cats, and connection. More than just a café, it's a place where visitors can relax, meet adoptable cats, and support animal rescue efforts while enjoying a unique experience. In this episode, we'll talk with Kim about the journey of bringing the Cat Lady Café to life, the challenges and rewards of building a purpose-driven business, how she's creating a destination that's making a difference in the community, and what she's learned along the way as an entrepreneur. Whether you're a business owner, an animal lover, or someone who enjoys hearing stories of innovation and local impact, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Here's my conversation with Kim Sult, founder of the Cat Lady Café.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Behind the Region

  Peter Ringenberg - Peter Ringenberg Photography

  Aug 14, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today we're joined by an award-winning photographer whose work has captured everything from corporate branding and community events to stunning portraits and visual storytelling. Peter Ringenberg, owner of Peter Ringenberg Photography, has spent years helping businesses, nonprofits, and individuals tell their stories through powerful imagery. In this episode, we'll talk about Peter's journey into professional photography, how strong visuals can elevate a brand, the evolution of photography in the digital age, and why authentic storytelling through images is more important than ever. We'll also hear about his experiences working throughout the South Bend region and what inspires him behind the lens. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, creative professional, or someone who simply appreciates great photography, you won't want to miss this conversation.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Behind the Region

  Eric Jensen, AIA Principal / CEO / Architect at Arkos Design

  Aug 7, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today we're joined by Eric Jensen, AIA , Principal, CEO, and Architect at Arkos Design . Eric has spent his career helping communities bring their vision to life through thoughtful architecture, collaborative planning, and designs that create lasting impact. In this episode, we'll talk about how great design influences economic development, what makes a community attractive for businesses and talent, and the role architects play in creating spaces where people want to live, work, and connect. We'll also hear Eric's perspective on the opportunities ahead for the South Bend region and how intentional design can help communities grow while preserving what makes them unique.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Behind the Region

  Theresa Cruthird - Owner of Generations AdventurePlex

  Jul 31, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail Today we're excited to welcome Theresa Cruthird , Executive Director of Generations AdventurePlex . Theresa joins us to discuss the vision behind this one-of-a-kind community destination, how Generations AdventurePlex is creating opportunities for people of all ages to connect, stay active, and thrive, and the role it plays in strengthening our region's quality of life. We'll also explore Theresa's leadership journey, the partnerships that have helped bring this vision to life, and what's next for Generations AdventurePlex as it continues to grow and serve our community.

  ListenShow Notes

Recent guests on Behind the Region. Study who booked and why before you pitch.

Based on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:

Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.