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WNIT's Economic OutlookThe State of Local Public MediaIn this episode of Economic Outlook, we take a closer look at the state of local public media and how PBS and NPR stations are adapting to a rapidly changing media landscape. We sit down with station managers to discuss the challenges of funding, the shift to digital platforms, and the vital role public broadcasting plays in keeping communities informed and engaged.How are local stations evolving? What does the future hold for public media? Tune in for expert insights on the impact and sustainability of trusted, community-driven journalism.2025-02-2526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookMishawaka FieldhouseWe explore and visit the new Mishawaka Fiedlhouse and all that it has to offer and it's impact on the economy in Michiana2024-11-1926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookSeason 20 PreviewJeff and George sit down and discuss some projects and ideas that will be coming up on this new season of the show. Make sure to watch and listen every Tuesday at 7pm on WNIT or wherever you get your podcasts.2024-10-2100 minWNIT's Economic OutlookSeason 19 FinaleHere at PBS Michiana, we are wrapping up another season of Economic Outlook. Jeff and George have taken you to all corners of the region for an inside look at the people and projects driving economic growth in the region. They are sitting down to reflect on some of our favorite shows, and to talk about some of the great things happening in the region.2024-07-1026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookA New Voice for the Indiana Business Community | Economic OutlookShe’s a former Fortune 100 executive and veteran policy strategist on the national stage and was recently tapped to be the new President and CEO of the state’s largest business advocacy organization. Jeff is sitting down this week with Vanessa Green Sinders from the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and George is traveling to Goshen for his conversation with Chamber President and CEO Nick Kieffer.2024-02-2126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookMishawaka Fieldhouse & Youth Sports | Economic OutlookConstruction is underway on the new Mishawaka Fieldhouse, a 220,000 multi-purpose indoor sports complex that could help drive new tourism opportunities for our region. Jeff is sitting down with the Project Developer and the Tourism Bureau chief, and George is talking to Mayor Dave Wood to find out more about the project and what its impact on the region will be.2024-02-1426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookCommercialization at Notre Dame | Economic OutlookThe University of Notre Dame has a long history of turning the research happening on campus into the commercialization of those discoveries, and that work is driving new economic opportunities for our region. Jeff and George are diving deeper into that work, including some recent award-winning success stories.2024-01-3126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookIs there a Housing Crisis in Michiana? | Economic OutlookCommunities across the country are talking about the shortage of housing and the effects those shortages are having on community growth. The issues are complex, so Jeff and George taking a deep dive into housing today with an eye on some of the solutions that could help spur economic growth.
2024-01-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookRegion Ramping up for READI 2.0 | Economic OutlookThe Indiana General Assembly has appropriated $500 million for the READI 2.0 program, and effort to strengthen the State’s talent and attraction and retention effort. The South Bend-Elkhart region will soon compete for a portion of those funds. Jeff and George dive deeper into that effort and tell you what you should expect.2023-12-0626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookPreparing the Workforce for Jobs in Technology | Economic OutlookOverall employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032. That means its critical to teach youth, adults, and educators skills in computer science so that our region is ready for those jobs. Jeff and George are talking tech and the efforts locally to prepare workers for the jobs of tomorrow on this week's Economic Outlook.2023-11-2926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook | Health and Wellness in the WorkplaceResearch shows that employees in good health are more likely to deliver optimal performance in the workplace. That has employers focused on the programs and facilities available to help their workers. Jeff and George are talking about all things health and wellness in the workplace this week on Economic Outlook.2023-11-1526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook | Health and Wellness in the Workplace PreviewJeff sits down with Denise Peters and Andy Qualls, and later George heads over to the YMCA in Niles to chat with Mitt Drew. Listen to another edition of the Economic Outlook Podcast tomorrow at 7pm brought to you by PBS Michiana.2023-11-1300 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Not for Profits and their role in driving economic growthJuan leads a non-profit focused on empowering the Latino/Hispanic community through education, cultural, advocacy services. Steve leads an organization focused on breaking the cycle of homelessness. We’re sitting down with a couple of great non-profit leaders and taking a closer look at the work they are doing to improve communities and drive economic growth, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-11-0926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook | Season 19 KickoffWe’ve put the team back together after a short summer hiatus, and PBS Michiana stands ready to bring you more great programming in the season ahead. Our hope is to take you to every corner of the region and give you an inside look at the major projects driving our economy. This week, Jeff and George are looking ahead at the new season of Economic Outlook.2023-10-1126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookSeason 19 Coming Soon | EOWe are back for another season of Economic Outlook (EO) here at PBS Michiana-WNIT in South Bend. We have a preview of what's to come and who will be on our first episode.
EO airs on Tuesday's at 7pm on WNIT and here where you find your favorite podcast's. Our new season begins on Tuesday October 10th so make sure you subscribe to stay up to date on every episode and any extras that we'll be posting. 2023-10-0400 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Season Recap of Economic OutlookThis season, we’ve taken you to every corner of the region, giving you an inside look at the major project driving economic growth in the region. This week, we’re looking back at some of those shows and giving you some updates on those projects, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-07-1226 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Opening New Doors for Minority Businesses to ProsperEfforts are underway to grow the number of minority and women owned businesses across the region and to give those businesses access to new economic opportunities. We’ll hear from an employer on why this is an important practice, and take a closer look at one of the programs, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-06-1926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Preparing Students for Careers in Southwest MichiganCareer and technology education can give your child what’s needed to succeed for life: technical skills, academic skills and employability skills. In addition, career and technical education helps students see how what they’re learning applies to the needs of employers. We’re taking a closer look at CTE in Southwest Michigan, with an eye towards how that could fuel economic growth, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-06-1926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Connect Transit Plan & TranspoPlanners have been studying transit goals and priorities in the South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart and Goshen areas with an eye on how to best serve the public through Transpo and the Inter Urban Trolley. We’ll dive deeper into that work, and let you know what might be ahead with public transit, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-06-1926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Commercial Real Estate InsightRetail is at a crossroads and the future of office space is unclear. Supply chain issues persist, and inflation is at near 40-year highs. But there are some bright spots in the commercial real estate forecast as the hot streak for industrial properties remains and multifamily properties continue to perform well. We’ll take a closer look at what’s happening in the commercial real estate markets, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-06-1926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The Future of Solar in our RegionSolar technology uses specialized panels to harness the power of the sun to create electricity. It is the most abundant of renewable energy sources. Even in the Midwest where we’re known for our cloudier days, solar energy has its merits. We’re diving deeper into Solar this week, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-05-1126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Could a New Career Center Be on the Horizon?Schools in the region are meeting to see how to best deliver career and technical education training. Could a new career center be in the works for the largest County in Indiana without one? Stayed tuned for the answer to that question, and more about why CTE training is so important, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-05-1126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Expansion Plans on the Horizon at Four Winds FieldIt's baseball season once again, and we’re drafted the region’s biggest baseball fan to join us today for an inside look at baseball, stadium plans, and the season ahead. Join me for my conversation with Andrew Berlin, the owner of the Midwest League Champion South Bend Cubs, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-05-1126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Cultivate Food RescueThey are devoted to ending the cycle of hunger in the local communities of northern Indiana by providing a food rescue service. And they’ve built a local network of food suppliers with the goal of providing wholesome meals so no one in our community goes hungry. We’ll take a closer look at Cultivate Food Rescue, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-05-1126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Cornerstone Alliance Women’s Business CenterAt the Women’s Business Center in Berrien County, they are helping women, people of color, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals start and grow businesses in Southwest Michigan. We’ll take a closer look at their work and share some lessons learned from their success, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-03-0926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Conscious Entrepreneurship with Pete YonkmanHe’s a Hoosier Native, and CEO of one of Indiana’s largest companies with over 12,000 employees, the Cook Medical Group, a leader in the medical device industry. We’re hearing today from Pete Yonkman, as he shares more about the responsibility companies have to improve the communities where they operate, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-03-0926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Dinosaurs, Chocolate, and more coming soon to South BendA new tourist attraction on South Bend’s west side at US 31 and US 20 is on the way, and is expected to be a major employer, and will attract more than 100,000 annual visitors. We’re taking a closer look at the plans for the Indiana Dinosaur Museum, Chocolate Factory, and Chocolate Museum, and a number of other amenities that you’ll soon be able to enjoy, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-03-0926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Youth Sports and Tourism in the RegionThe $15 billion Youth Sports travel industry is impacting communities across the country and Our region is winning big on that travel, with youth sports being the fastest-growing sector of visitors coming to the region. We’ll take a closer look at the impact of those travelers, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-03-0926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Driving Greatness in Southwest MichiganA group of diverse public, private, and not-for-profit leaders in Southwest Michigan have come together to identify and advocate for transformational initiatives in Berrien County that will help drive community and economic growth and improve the quality of life. You’ll hear first-hand from a couple of the key leaders from that effort, and we’ll hear about the progress they’re making, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-01-3026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Mishawaka RenaissanceIn the past, we’ve taken you downtown Mishawaka for a look at some of the exciting redevelopment that has happened on the former Uniroyal site. In December, a major new attraction opened on the site. We’ll give you a firsthand look at the improvements and talk about what’s next, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-01-3026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - US 31, What’s Next for this Transportation LinkFor decades, US 31 has been a vital transportation corridor for our region. In 2022, several major improvements occurred that made the trips north and south, faster, and safer! We’ll take a closer look at those improvements and talk about what’s next for the corridor, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-01-3026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Housing Market and Interest RatesThe housing market has changed dramatically over the last few years, as rising interest rates, and the lack of available housing threatens to slow community growth. We’re taking a deep dive into the housing industry, coming up on Economic Outlook.2023-01-3026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - IN Indiana, Promoting Tourism in the Hoosier StateAnnually, more than 81 million visitors come to explore Indiana, and those visitors spend over $13.2 billion in the Hoosier State. We’re taking a closer look this week at Tourism in Indiana, with a focus on the State’s new IN Indiana campaign, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-11-2926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - RV Industry Update2021 was a record year for the RV industry and 2022 is on pace to be the second or third best year on record for RV Shipments. We’re taking a deep dive into the RV industry and talking about why it’s such a critical driver for the local economy, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-11-2926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Indeck Niles Energy CenterPower companies are looking to decommission dirty, less-efficient coal-fired plants. In their place, state-of-the-art natural gas-powered facilities are being built to provide more reliable, affordable and cleaner solutions to support our growing energy needs. We’ll take a look at one of those projects, the new Indeck Niles Energy Center and talk about what it means for the community, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-11-2926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - What’s Causing the Global Chip ShortageA chip is a small piece of silicon that contains circuitry that allows it to perform a specific function. Chips are used in everything from phones and computers to cars and medical devices. But growing demand and a worldwide chip shortage in 2022 have slowed growth in many industries. We’ll take a closer look at the Chip shortage, how it impacts you, and what is being done to stop it, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-10-2626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Rees Theater Revitalization in PlymouthAfter five years, four phases, numerous fund raisers and a supporting cast of, well, hundreds, the REES Theatre has reopened in downtown Plymouth to rave reviews. We’ll tell you how the community got to this important day and why it was such a critical project for the area, and we’ll give you a look inside the renovated space, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-10-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Morris 100 CelebrationOnce threatened by the wrecking ball and now the cornerstone of a vibrant arts and entertainment district, the Morris Performing Art Center in South Bend, now in its 100th year, is getting a bit of a facelift with some $30 million of improvements planned for the facility. We’ll dive deeper into what those plans look like and tell you more about what you can expect when you next go to see a show, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-10-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - READI ProgramThe South Bend – Elkhart Regional Development Authority recently awarded $40 million in READI grant funds to 19 Quality of Place projects in the region that will be leveraged to infuse $465 million of total investment. We’ll dive deeper into how that program will impact our communities, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-10-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Season 18 Kickoff ShowThis week we’re kicking off our new season with a familiar face, Economic Outlook Co-Host George Lepeniotis. George and I will sit down for a look ahead at the coming season and look back at some key stories we’ve brought you before, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-10-2426 min
WNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - PickleballPickleball is an up-and-coming sport that is on its way to becoming one of America’s favorite racquet (paddle) sports. It’s considered to be one of the fastest-growing sports in America in the last decades. We’re going to take a look at why and dive deeper into the economic impact of the sport, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-05-0527 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - More PeopleCommunities across the country are in a battle grow, retain, and attract new population. It’s often a key factor in assessing the health of a community or area. We’re taking a deep dive into population growth, including a historical perspective and a look at what the numbers are telling us, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-05-0526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - MarijuanaThe State of Michigan legalized marijuana in 2018 and in the years that have followed we have communities in our region have seen significant growth in that industry. We’re talking about the Marijuana industry and its impact on the regional economy, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-05-0526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Indoor Farming/Agriculture - Extended ConversationWe continue our conversation on Indoor Farming/Agriculture.2022-04-0605 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Indoor Farming/AgricultureIndiana has long been known as an Agriculture state. But a new $178 million indoor growing facility proposed for South Bend’s south side has brought a lot of attention to a different way to farm, indoor farming. This presents a number of economic opportunities for our region. We’re talking agriculture, and in particular indoor farming, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-04-0626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Small Modular Reactors (SMR)Small Modular Reactors, or SMR’s, are the next evolution of nuclear energy. They are a type of nuclear reactor used for power generation. While they’ve existed for more than 50 years, interest in the use of the technology is now growing in the industry and around the world. We’ll dive deeper into SMR’s and look at the pros and cons of their use, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-04-0526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Truck Driver Shortage/Long Haul Issues - Extended ConversationWe continue our conversation on Truck Driver Shortage/Long Haul Issues.2022-04-0505 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Truck Driver Shortage/Long Haul IssuesMajor supply chain issues are impacting nearly every industry, with driver shortages being largely to blame. The American Trucking Association estimates the shortage at 80,000 workers and growing to 160,000 by 2030. We’ll take a closer look at those challenges and what is being done to help solve the problem, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-04-0526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - AutomationWorkforce shortages have companies seeking to automate more of their practices to make up for the lack of labor force. But it is also creating new job opportunities in our region. We’ll take a closer look at automation and how its transforming local companies, and where workers might find the training they need to work in this new environment, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-04-0526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Commercial Applications for Electric VehiclesMajor changes are happening in the automotive industry, with all the large automakers announcing major shifts to electric vehicles in the coming years. We’ll take a deeper dive into that trend, talk about commercial applications for that shift, and look at what’s happening locally and nationally coming up on Economic Outlook.
On this episode:
· Bernard Swiecki, Director of Automotive Communities Partnerships, Center for Automotive Research
Watch the show on PBS Michiana - WNIT Tuesday's at 7pm or anytime on our website: wnit.org2022-03-0226 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - African American Business Leaders/EntrepreneursThe pandemic saw a boom in new black owned businesses, the largest surge in the last quarter century. This week will sit down with some black business leaders/entrepreneurs to talk more about why that is and some of the resources available to those considering starting a business, coming up on Economic Outlook.
On this episode:
· Brandon Campbell, Director, Women’s Business Center, Cornerstone Alliance
· Bianca Nash-Miot, the owner of Birth Queens and Milk Queens in Benton Harbor
· Laquisha Jackson, the owner of Soulful Kitchen in South Bend
...2022-03-0126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Pokagon Band, Four Winds, and Mno BmadsenThe skyline is changing in St. Joseph County as the new Fourwinds Hotel and Conference center are taking shape. We take a closer look at one of our regions largest employers and the work they are doing to grow the regional economy, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-02-1726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - US 31, What’s Next for this Vital Transportation LinkThe trip to Indianapolis has gotten much quicker thanks to major improvements in the US 31 corridor over the past 20 years. But there still is work to be done, and we’ll hear more about what’s next for the corridor, coming up on Economic Outlook.2022-02-1726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - A View from the CapitolA conversation with Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch.2022-02-1726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Celebrating 10 Years of Minor League Baseball OwnershipA decade ago he purchased the South Bend Cubs and since has worked to transform the team, stadium, and minor league baseball in our region. We’re sitting down with Andrew Berlin, the owner of the South Bend Cubs, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-11-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Center for a Sustainable FutureShe leads the team at IUSB’s Center for a Sustainable Future, where they work to discover and disseminate practices and strategies that are ecologically friendly, economically sound, and socially responsible. We’re sitting down with Krista Bailey, from the Center for a Sustainable Future, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-11-2326 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Amazon, RV’s and so much more, a look at Economic Development in Elkhart CountyAmazon recently announced a $200 million investment in Elkhart that will generate 1,000 new jobs; and the RV sector continues its post pandemic recovery; We’re focusing on economic development in Elkhart County, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-11-2326 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The Bumpy Road to a Broader Economic RecoveryThe pandemic has had a major impact on the US and Global economies. But now we’re on the bumpy road to recovery, and I’ll sit down with PNC Global Economist Bill Adams for a closer look at that recovery, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-10-2026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Crossroads SolarAs people are looking for cleaner sources of energy, solar power systems are gaining in popularity. And one South Bend company is looking to capitalize on that demand, while at the same time looking to make a difference in the life if its employees. Today we’ll introduce you to Crossroads Solar, on Economic Outlook.2021-10-1326 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Crossroads Solar PreviewTomorrow on Economic Outlook, we talk with Patrick Regan, President of Crossroads Solar.
Watch Tuesday at 7pm on WNIT or listen on our Podcast on most major platforms.2021-10-1100 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Season 17 PreviewWhether you’re on the shores of Lake Michigan or the Lakes of Kosciusko County, or anywhere in between, you’re seeing signs of economic growth that is changing and improving the community you live in. Each week we like to take a deeper dive into those projects and stories, and we bring them right into you home. My partner in crime for this effort has been George Lepeniotis, an attorney here regionally with Krieg DeVault and my Co-Host, at WNIT Economic Outlook. Please join me in welcoming George to our show today for a look ahead at the new...2021-10-0626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookSeason 17 PreviewJeff Rea and George Lepeniotis are back for another season of the show. Catch an all new episode tonight to get a preview of what you can expect on this season.
You can also watch the show on WNIT Tuesday's at 7pm, or go to our website wnit.org to watch current and past episodes. 2021-10-0500 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Indiana Vision 2025 Scorecard UpdateIn 2012, the Indiana Chamber launched its Indiana Vision 2025 plan, aimed at ensuring the State grows as it should, attracts new residents and business, and competes with other states. We’ll take a closer look at progress towards that plan with the 2021 scorecard, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-06-0926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - How the Arts Community has navigated the pandemic, and What’s NextThe Covid Pandemic impacted every industry, but likely none as significantly as the Arts Community. Today we’ll take a closer look at how the Arts have navigated this challenging year, what actions they’ve taken to help survive, and how they plan to emerge post pandemic, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-06-0226 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Building Community Through TransitA significant investment in transit infrastructure has led to some major development in cities like Portland, Tucson, New Orleans, and Atlanta. One local group believes it could have a similar impact in South Bend and has prepared plans for a Streetcar project that could connect major attractions. We’ll take a closer look, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-05-2626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Construction Trades and How to Fill the Labor PoolA booming construction industry coupled has created good career opportunities and construction Trades is an enticing job market for many. But like many industries, finding people to fill open positions is a real challenge. We’ll take a closer look at the Construction Trades, and efforts to build its future workforce, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-05-1226 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - How Attractions have Navigated the PandemicThe global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on tourism, hospitality, and attractions across the region. Major adjustments had to be made to navigate mandated shutdowns and capacity limitations. We’ll take a closer look at how some regional attractions navigated the pandemic, and what’s ahead, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-05-0526 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The Pandemic Economy and BeyondThe global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the regional economy and around the world. This week we’ll take a close-up look at that impact and talk about what we can expect as the pandemic comes to an end, and we’ll look at the “outlook” for southwest Michigan, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-04-2926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Covid in the Workplace, How Employers Should Approach VaccinationsThe roll-out of three COVID-19 vaccines have businesses excited about the end of the pandemic and a return to some normalcy. But it also has created a whole new list of questions as to how they should approach vaccines in the workplace. We’ll sit down for a closer look at COVID in the Workplace, and how employers should approach vaccinations, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-04-2926 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Real Estate in the Pandemic EconomyThe global pandemic and the economic crisis that followed has left a lasting impact on nearly every industry, perhaps none more impacted than the commercial and industrial real estate markets. We’ll take a closer look at those markets in a pandemic economy, and talk about how their poised to rebound, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-04-0726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Surviving (and Thriving) in unsettling timesShe was the Team Captain of the First American Women's Everest Expedition Team; she’s a faculty member at the Thayer Leader Development Group at West Point, and she’s a New York Times bestselling author of On the Edge. We’re sitting down with Alison Levine for a talk about surviving, and thriving, in unsettling times, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-03-3126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Minor League Baseball is BackThis winter, Major League Baseball announced the most sweeping changes in history to minor league baseball. Those changes could have big impacts on communities that have teams. We’ll take a closer look at those changes and give you a sneak peek at what’s ahead for the South Bend Cubs and minor league baseball here in our region, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-03-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - South Shore Improvement PlansOn a typical day, they run more than 20 trains carrying some 12,000 passengers in and out of Chicago and Northern Indiana. They have big plans to improve that service and reduce travel times. We’ll take a closer look at the South Shore Railroad and what improvement you can expect in the coming years, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-03-1026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The Pandemic’s Toll on the Restaurant IndustryThe COVID-19 Pandemic has devastated the travel, tourism, leisure and hospitality industries, with restaurants being amongst the hardest hit as a result of mandated closures and capacity limits. We’ll take a closer look at the Pandemic’s toll on the restaurant industry with Kurt Janowski, Founder and Owner of Navarre Hospitality Group, on this episode of Economic Outlook.2021-03-0326 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Air Travel in the Midst of a PandemicAirline travel is at its lowest level since 1984, as the travel industry virtually ground to a halt at the height of the pandemic. But recent signals suggest the industry is beginning to re-emerge, which has a big impact here locally on the South Bend International Airport. To talk COVID and the airlines, and what lies ahead for the airline industry and the Airport, we’re joined today by Mike Daigle, Executive Director of the South Bend International Airport.2021-02-2426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - A Look Inside the Indiana General Assembly 2021 SessionThey’ve zeroed in on the 2021 session of the Indiana General Assembly, working to cultivate a world class business environment and catalyze Indiana’s economic recovery. We’re sitting down with Kevin Brinegar from the Indiana Chamber of Commerce for a closer look at this legislative session and the key issues the business community is focused on, coming up on Economic Outlook.2021-02-1726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The State of our State, with Lt. Governor Suzanne CrouchShe oversees a portfolio that includes the State Department of Agriculture, Housing and Community Development Authority, Office of Community and Rural Affairs, and Indiana Destination Development Corporation. In addition, she also serves as President of the Indiana Senate, chair of the Indiana Women’s Suffrage Centennial Commission, chair of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Task Force, chair of the Indiana 2020 Census Committee and oversees the Next Level Veterans initiative and the Next Level Connections initiative. Please join me for a conversation with Indiana Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch.2021-01-2726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Extended Conversation - Strengthening Our Tech WorkforceWe asked our guests to stick around for a few more minutes for an extension on our conversation of strengthening our tech workforce.2021-01-2605 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Strengthening Our Tech WorkforceThe pandemic has changed the way people work in our region and accelerated the need and demand for technology improvements in our businesses and our homes. Those demands have a big impact on our workforce. Today, we are going to take a closer look at the IT sector and efforts underway in the region to strengthen our tech workforce. Joining me for that conversation are Lex Dennis, Director of Lifelong Learning, Drucker Institute; Shabbir Qutbuddin, Director of IT Sector Partnership, Ivy Tech Community College; and Patrick Jones, Program Director of Operations, enFocus.2021-01-2626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Why Tourism Matters In IndianaVisitor spending brings cash into our communities, creating jobs, enhancing the local economy and improving the quality of life for residents. At the same time, travel and tourism heighten cultural awareness, help create a sense of place for a community and can provide shared experiences to connect friends and families across generations. Tourism matters in Indiana and joining me today to talk more about why it does is Elaine Bedel, the Secretary and CEO of the Indiana Destination Development Corporation.2021-01-0626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - A view from the Frontlines, COVID’s impact on small businessThey represent the business interests of thousands of businesses across the region, and they are hearing firsthand about how those businesses are pivoting because of the global pandemic. We’ll take a closer look at COVID’s impact on small business and what the future looks like for our communities, coming up on this episode of Economic Outlook.2020-12-1626 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - #MoveToMichiganWe sit down with Rob Cleveland who is the President of the Cornerstone Alliance in Benton Harbor, to discuss the economic activity there.2020-12-1026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Re-Imagining Downtown ElkhartWe introduced you to their plans to transform Downtown Elkhart several years ago. We’ve watched as project after project has moved forward and we’ve seen a major transformation happen in the City with a Heart happen right before our eyes. But that transformation remains a work in progress. Today we’ll take a closer look at the progress and look ahead at what’s next, with Dave Weaver, Chair of River District Implementation Team and President & Founder of We Impact Group; Shelley Moore, Project Lead River District Implementation Team and President, Founder Insight Strategic Concepts; and Rod Roberson...2020-12-0421 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Inside Indiana BusinessIf its happening in Indiana, he knows about it. For the past twenty years he’s brought you business news stories from every corner of the Hoosier State. Indiana’s enjoyed some great success during that time, with the top business climate in the Midwest and one of the tops in the Country. We’re sitting down today with Gerry Dick, the host of Inside Indiana Business and the co-founder of Grow Indiana Media Ventures for an inside look at business in Indiana.2020-11-1826 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Manufacturing Day Goes VirtualManufacturing remains a critical part of the US, State, and Regional economies. Our location in the heart of the crossroads of America makes our region prime for new manufacturing opportunities. Top of mind for existing companies and new prospects are workforce and whether they can attract the people they need. Efforts are underway to inform the next generation of workers about opportunities in those fields. Joining me today to talk about those efforts are Matt Davis, Manager of Training & Organizational Development, ITAMCO; Breanna Allen, Director of Student Pathways, Horizon Education Alliance; and Kate Lee, Executive Director, Education & Workforce, South...2020-11-1126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - #1608 PreviewTonight on Economic Outlook...2020-11-1000 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Economic Growth in Marshall CountyToday we take a look at Marshall County with our guest Jerry Chavez who is the President and CEO of the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation. We’ll talk about new projects, updates on current things happening, and how this all effects the economic growth of Marshall County.2020-11-0426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - #1607 PromoOn tomorrow's episode, we talk with Jerry Chavez about Marshall County.2020-11-0200 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Interview with Governor Eric HolcombWe sit down with Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb for a closer look at the State of Indiana and a variety of topics ranging from the State’s response to COVID-19 to the Indiana Economy and the economic recovery that will follow.2020-10-2826 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - #1606 PromoA look ahead at our new episode airing tomorrow as we sit down with Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb. Tuesday at 7pm on WNIT and listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts. 2020-10-2600 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The State of the EconomyCOVID-19 has taken a major toll on the US Economy, with far ranging implications including business closures and unemployment. The effects of COVID are being felt around the globe and it could be a little while before the economy recovers. The questions of when and what that recovery is going to look like is on everyone’s mind. We too are searching for that answer and will spend our show today looking at the State of the Economy and what lies ahead, with Gus Faucher, Chief Economist at PNC Financial Services.2020-10-2126 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - #1605 PromoCOVID-19 has struck a major blow to the economy and interrupted some of the success our region, state, and country had been experiencing. The question on everyone’s mind is when will it recover and what will that recovery look like. We’ll take a closer look at those questions with nationally known economist, coming up on the next Economic Outlook.2020-10-2000 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - The Fiscal Condition of State and Local GovernmentsThey are Indiana’s only independent statewide source of continuing research into the impact of state taxing and spending policies. Their work may be more important than ever as State and local governments seek to navigate the troubled waters brought on by the global pandemic that is COVID-19. We’re taking a closer look at State and Local governments and what the future looks like from a revenue and spending perspective with Chris Watts, the President of the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute.2020-10-1426 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - 1604 PromoThe State of Indiana was in a strong financial position, and was the envy of most other states, prior to the pandemic. We’ll take a closer look at the fiscal condition of State and Local governments, and how they’ll have to adjust as the economy continues to recover, coming up on the next Economic Outlook.2020-10-1300 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Hustle SBE Extended ConversationWe continue our conversation with Bethany Hartley, the Chief Strategy Officer of the South Bend-Elkhart Regional Partnership; Arear Minor, the Owner of Blessed Images, a Hair Salon in Granger; and Crystal Lax, the owner of Crystal Clear Recruiting, a staffing agency from South Bend.2020-10-0704 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - Hustle SBEHustle SBE is an effort of the South Bend-Elkhart Regional Partnership aimed at helping grow the number of minority and women owned businesses in the region. They have recently graduated their second cohort of the business bootcamp aimed toward providing support and assistance to minority and women entrepreneurs across the five-county region. In this episode, we’re going to take a closer look at that program and hear from a couple of participants about the important lessons they’ve learned along the way as they’ve developed their business.2020-10-0726 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - 1603 PromoWe'll be talking Hustle SBE on the next Economic Outlook.2020-10-0600 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - onemorevoice.comWe’ll take a closer look at elections, but not politics or specific candidates on this week’s show! Indiana has been in the bottom 10 states for voter turnout in four of the last five elections and ranks in the bottom 10 states for civic literacy. Find out how the One More Voice campaign aims to change that, coming up on Economic Outlook.2020-09-3026 minWNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - 1602 PromoA look ahead at next week's show.2020-09-2300 min
WNIT's Economic OutlookEconomic Outlook - A look Ahead at Season 16We're back in the studio and ready to start an exciting new season of the show. On this episode, we'll invite co-host George Lepeniotis on the show to talk about where we've been and a look ahead of what to expect for this season. If you want to watch the show, catch each episode on our website at wnit.org.2020-09-1826 min