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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!

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Behind the Region

Ryan Boeskool-South Bend Regional Chamber Director of Strategic Partnerships

January 30, 2026 • South Bend Regional Chamber

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Welcome to Behind the Region, the podcast from the South Bend Regional Chamber where we highlight the people and initiatives shaping the future of our community.

Today, we’re joined by Ryan Boeskool, the Chamber’s Director of Strategic Partnerships. Ryan plays a key role in building connections that strengthen our regional workforce, support local employers, and drive collaborative solutions across St. Joseph County.

In this episode, Ryan will walk us through several important initiatives — including the Health Talent Alliance, a major effort focused on supporting our healthcare ecosystem, expanding workforce pipelines, and ensuring our region can meet the growing demand for skilled health professionals.

He’ll share insights on why this work matters, how partnerships across education, business, and healthcare are coming together, and what it means for the future of talent in our community.

Let’s get started.

Jeff Rea

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Mark McGill

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