South Bend, IN — October 2026 — TJ21 Media Group has been named Best Advertising Agency in the South Bend Tribune Community Choice Awards for the seventh time in eight years. The honor extends one of the most consistent winning streaks in the region and reaffirms TJ21’s place as a trusted leader in marketing, media, and creative strategy across Northern Indiana and beyond.
What began in 2012 as a small Mishawaka studio has grown into a full-service agency known for creative work, client-focused strategy, and campaigns that deliver measurable results. Since moving into its downtown South Bend headquarters in the KeyBank building in late 2022, TJ21 has continued to expand its team and services. A seventh Community Choice win shows that growth has come without losing the hands-on, personal approach clients count on.
“Seven wins in eight years is something we never take for granted,” said TJ Jorgensen, CEO of TJ21 Media Group. “Every vote represents a business owner, a partner, or a neighbor who believes in what we do. Our clients trust us with their brands and their growth, and that trust is what drives our team to raise the bar every single year.”
TJ21’s mission is to empower businesses of every size, from first-year startups to established regional enterprises, with innovative marketing and media solutions. That client-first philosophy has built long-term partnerships and made TJ21 more than a vendor: it is a partner in growth for the local business community.
This year’s Community Choice Award adds to a growing list of recognition: They have won 18 awards over just the past seven years.
Looking ahead, TJ21 remains focused on bold, effective campaigns that help local businesses reach new audiences and, in turn, strengthen the regional economy.
“This award belongs to our whole community,” said Allison Wolff-Patel, Director of Marketing at TJ21, who was in attendance to accept the award on Tuesday evening. “Our clients, our partners, and everyone who took the time to vote keep showing up for us, and we intend to keep showing up for them with the creativity, consistency, and results they deserve. Thank you to everyone who voted in this year’s awards!”
