Cody Sturma
About the Founder — Cody Sturma
cody.sturma@gmail.com
(574) 361-2797
Cody Sturma is the founder of Michiana Premier and a community-focused entrepreneur with a passion for building meaningful connections through business and helping others. Raised in Indiana and shaped by years of running a magazine in Denver Colorado, Cody returned to Michiana with a clear vision: to create a platform that elevates local businesses, strengthens community ties, and sets a higher standard for local marketing and media.
As a business owner, Cody values integrity, consistency, and long-term thinking. He believes strong local brands are built through trust, visibility, and authentic relationships—not short-term tactics. This philosophy is at the core of Michiana Premier, guiding how the magazine partners with businesses across South Bend, Granger, and Mishawaka.
Cody is known for his thoughtful leadership, strategic mindset, and commitment to excellence. His work is driven by a simple goal: to help local businesses grow while contributing to a stronger, more connected Michiana community.
More About Me
My mission with Michiana Premier is to create a platform that brings people, businesses, and communities together through meaningful storytelling and intentional visibility. I believe local businesses deserve marketing that builds trust, not just attention. Everything we produce is designed to elevate credible brands, strengthen community connection, and support long-term growth across Michiana.
What Guides My Work
- Championing Local Businesses
I work to position trusted local businesses as leaders within their communities through consistent, high-quality exposure. - Building Real Connection
Relationships matter. Every partnership is built on understanding, collaboration, and shared goals. - Focusing on Long-Term Impact
I prioritize sustainable growth and brand credibility over short-term tactics or quick wins.
Together, these principles shape how I lead, who I partner with, and how Michiana Premier serves the community.
My vision is for Michiana Premier to be the most trusted local lifestyle and business publication in the region. I see it as a platform where homeowners turn for inspiration, businesses turn for credibility, and the community turns for connection. By consistently highlighting quality, integrity, and local pride, Michiana Premier will continue to elevate the standard for local media and marketing across Michiana.
I believe strong communities are built by strong local businesses, and strong businesses are built on trust. Marketing should feel intentional, authentic, and aligned with the values of the people it reaches. When businesses show up consistently, tell their story well, and invest in the community, real growth follows.
How I Put That Into Practice
- Quality Over Quantity
I believe fewer, well-placed messages outperform constant noise. - Storytelling With Purpose
Every feature and placement should build credibility and connection. - Community-First Thinking
When the community benefits, businesses do too.
This philosophy guides every decision behind Michiana Premier and every partnership we choose to build.
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cody.sturma@gmail.com
(574) 361-2797