Chamber continues to invest in tomorrow
Working on a college campus, I am privileged to see young people every day and I can truly say I’m excited about our future. I’m also reassured because every day we’re building a better Sioux Falls that appeals to younger people and offers them opportunities.
Four years ago, your Chamber of Commerce created the Young Professionals Network to provide opportunities for young professionals to develop the skills they need to succeed and to introduce them to opportunities available right here in Sioux Falls.
The YPN is not strictly a social program. Their members can network within their peer groups and also get access to behind-the-scenes programs and community, business and governmental leaders. Later this summer and with great support from the business community, the YPN will hold the second Crossroads Summit, designed to provide personal and professional development opportunities.
...we are cultivating community leaders. Today’s YPN members will be the leaders of Sioux Falls tomorrow. “
ROB OLIVER
Creating a program for young professionals wasn’t a new concept — communities and chambers of commerce across the country have developed similar programs.
The success of our program, however, is impressive. In four years, we’ve grown this group to more than 765 members. As the headline of this month’s cover story states, we are cultivating community leaders.
Today’s YPN members will be the leaders of Sioux Falls tomorrow. In fact, many of them are already actively involved in making a difference in any number of organizations across the region. If you’re an employer of young professionals, please encourage
them to check out the YPN and the opportunities available through the YPN.
Our community’s culture of being involved and working for the greater good for all is nothing new. We recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of Forward Sioux Falls, which epitomizes the progress that can be made through collaboration. This joint venture between the Chamber and Sioux Falls Development Foundation has been a catalyst for many of the positive changes that have taken place in our region.
Development of tomorrow’s leaders and planning for the future is what has
2012-13 Chair of the Board
helped Sioux Falls grow. We don’t wait passively for the future to just happen — we’re an active part of determining our course for success.
You don’t have to work on a college campus to feel good about the future of our community. Know that your investment in the Chamber is one way you’re making a difference.
ROB OLIVER
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
CHAIR
Rob Oliver Augustana College
CHAIR ELECT
Keith Severson, Jr Eide Bailly LLP
VICE CHAIR
Dana Dykhouse First PREMIER Bank
TREASURER
Paul Bruflat CNA Surety
IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
Barb Stork Midwest Provisions, Inc.
PRESIDENT & CEO
Evan Nolte Chamber of Commerce
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mike Begeman Sanford Health
Juan Bonilla Wells Fargo Bank
Ruth Christopherson Citi
Ben Graham Bell, Incorporated
Brad Grossenburg Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith PC
J. Tyler Haahr Metabank
Dave Kapaska, M.D. Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Kristi Masterson Hy Vee Inc.
Eric McDonald DocuTAP
Dan Rykhus Raven Industries
Steve VanBuskirk VanBuskirk Companies
Anita Wetsch Canfield Business Interiors
Kristen Hegg Zueger Hegg Companies
EX-OFFICIO
Dr. Pam Homan Superintendent, Sioux Falls Public School System
Gerald Beninga Minnehaha County Commission
Mayor Mike Huether City of Sioux Falls
Doug Morrison Sioux Falls School Board
Jim Schmidt Lincoln County Commission
STAFF
Evan Nolte President & Chief Executive Officer
Thane Barnier Web Development & IT Manager
Joan Bartling Finance & Accounting Director
Jill Blom Web Developer
Cathy Buchheim CVB Sales Manager
Mattie Burnham CVB Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing
Shirley Buseman Chamber Receptionist
Cindy Christensen Agri-Business Division Manager
Rachel Crane CVB Host City Manager
Blaine Davis CVB Sales Manager
Amy M. Farr Membership Sales Manager
Kate Foley Small Business & Leadership Development Manager
Nikki Gronli Graphics & Communications Specialist
Ellie Highstreet CVB Sales Manager
Lesa Jarding Young Professionals Network Manager
Jay Kaltenbach CVB Services/Resale Manager
Pat Lund Membership Services Manager
Betsy McCarty CVB Creative & Communications Manager
Wendy Neuharth Membership Services Administrative Assistant
Robert O’Connell Public Affairs & Communications Director
Betty Ordal Membership Services Director
Krista Orsack CVB Director of Sales and Marketing
Kathie Puthoff CVB Administrative Assistant
Teri Schmidt CVB Executive Director
Susan Seachris Administrative/Accounting Assistant
Amy Smolik Marketing & Communications Manager
Alexa Steiner CVB Receptionist
Sara Weber Public Affairs & Research Manager
Carolyn Winchell Forward Sioux Falls
Erin Zimmerman
Director of Investor Relations
CVB Sales Assistant
Industry
CVB attends Convention Sales Professionals International Conference
While in Washington D.C. selling at the Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) 2013 Destinations Showcase, the Sioux Falls CVB also attended the Convention Sales Pro fessionals International (CSPI) 2013 Tool Box for Success Annual Conference on March 13 at the Carnegie Li brary.
The mission of CSPI is to enhance the collaboration and partnership between sales professionals of convention centers and des-
tination marketing organizations, by delivering education, developing best practices and tracking industry trends worldwide.
The 2013 CSPI Annual Conference, formally known as Association for Convention Sales and Marketing Executives (ACME), featured four quadrants to “Build Your Tool Box for Success” focusing on technology, education, trends and personal development.
Destinations Showcase D.C.
The Sioux Falls CVB was among 200 booths at the Destination Marketing Asso ciation International (DMAI) Destinations Showcase on March 14 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The DMAI Destinations Showcase has grown to be the largest one-day event that exclusively brings conference, convention and trade show professionals together with destina tions from North America and beyond.
The show was attended by more than 1,000 pre-qualified meeting professionals representing associations, corporations, government agencies, independent plan ners and third-party meeting profession als. The Sioux Falls CVB shared the “Be Our VIP” campaign with interested plan ners stopping by the booth. The CVB came home with a number of qualified leads and the post-show attendee list for further pros pecting.
DMAI offers two annual showcases: Destinations Showcase Chicago and Des tinations Showcase Washington D.C. The
CVB attends Heritage Clubs International Peer Group Conference
Heritage Clubs International (HCI) recognizes the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau for attendance and partici pation at the annual Peer Group conference held Feb. 27-March 3 in Rapid City. HCI is an Association of Bank Clubs and a pre mier bank marketing organization in North America.
As a member of Heritage Clubs Inter national, the CVB had the opportunity to attend the annual marketing and network ing conference. The conference offers edu cational sessions for club directors to learn more about strategic marketing and plan ning for their clubs along with networking among their peers to share best practices, successes and challenges. This year nearly 40 club directors representing 11 states were in attendance.
Heritage Clubs International, LLC. was founded in 1980 by First Citizens National Bank in Mason City, Iowa and cur-
rently has a membership of approximately 200 parent banks located in 33 states. Each bank has formed a bank club that offers membership to senior customers who meet deposit requirements and who have time and interest in social activities and travel.
National Fireworks Association coming to Sioux Falls this year
Sioux Falls was selected to host the 2013 National Fireworks Convention and Expo. This international event will be held Sept. 3-7 at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds with the Best Western PLUS Ramkota Hotel serving as the headquarter hotel. The public is invited to attend the Grand Public Display on Saturday, Sept. 7 at the Fairgrounds. The cost to attend will be $5 per vehicle. Busses and large passenger vans will cost $2 per person.
The event will bring 1,100 participants and their families to Sioux Falls, gen-
erating $1.6 million in estimated economic impact for the city. Individuals from the U.S., China, Japan, Sweden and Norway are expected to attend.
National Institutes of Health conference coming to Sioux Falls
The University of South Dakota Research Park will host the National Institutes of Health’s 15th Annual Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Conference in Sioux Falls Oct. 28-30.
Close to 500 attendees are expected at this national conference that focuses on the NIH’s SBIR/STTR funding opportunities for small businesses seeking to commercialize health-related technologies. A committee representing several South Dakota universities and economic development groups along with the Sioux Falls CVB worked together to attract the conference and is now, along with NIH, involved in planning and hosting the event. The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau estimates the event will generate more than $468,000 in economic impact to the community.
“We appreciate the efforts of the South Dakota planning committee and are excited to be partnering with the University of South Dakota Research Park to hold this conference in Sioux Falls,” said Matthew Portnoy, NIH SBIR/STTR Program Coordinator. “South Dakota and the surrounding states have growing medical industries and we look forward to sharing how NIH can partner with small businesses to bring new products and technologies to market.”
SBIR and STTR are programs of the U.S. Small Business Administration that provide research funding to small businesses interested in commercializing new technologies. The South Dakota SBIR office helps the
state’s small businesses seek SBIR and STTR funding from various federal agencies for technological innovation and to foster university-private sector partnerships. “This is a great opportunity for regional business to gain first hand knowledge of the SBIR/STTR funding process,” said Gary Archamboult, state SBIR Director.
The NIH SBIR/STTR conference will include more than 40 breakout sessions covering topics ranging from protecting intellectual property to creating university spin-off businesses. Attendees also have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with NIH program managers who oversee specific research areas such as cancer, diabetes, behavioral health and bioengineering.
“This is significant opportunity for South Dakota to highlight its growing medical research capacity and great economic climate to companies from across the U.S.,” said USD President James W. Abbott. “These are exactly the types of activities we want to foster and support through the USD Research Park.”
The final conference agenda is now being developed and registration for the conference will open in June. For more information, contact Gary Archamboult at (605) 367-5757 or Robert Vinson, Assistant Program Manager, NIH SBIR/STTR Programs, at (301) 435-2713.
This project will not be funded in whole or in part with federal funds from NIH.
APRIL
4 Harlem Globetrotters
5 First Friday
5 An Evening with Amy Grant
5 Lee Ritenour with David Grusin
5-13 Downtown Restaurant Week
6-7 South Dakota Symphony performs Mozart’s
11 Avera Race Against Breast Cancer
11 Downtown Loft Tour 14 KRROFest VI 16 Visitor Industry Luncheon
24-25 State Boys &
JUNE
CHAMBER CALENDAR
SPRING MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
April 5-26, 2013
More than 85 volunteers, led by the Chamber’s Ambassador Committee, will identify and make contact with future members and sell the benefits of Chamber membership. If you know of a business of organization that should be part of this progress, contact: 373.2013 or afarr@siouxfalls.com
APRIL MEMBERSHIP MIXER
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
5-6:30 p.m.
Museum of Visual Materials
500 N. Main Ave.
Co-sponsored by Museum of Visual Materials, Rocco’s Catering and DJ Jer Events & Lighting Design
RSVP to 373.2050
Cost: $3
STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS: PRACTICAL ADVICE
Saturday, May 5, 2013
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
South Dakota Technology Business Center 2329 N. Career Ave.
Topics Include: cash flow, financial projections, marketing, business plans, and working with your banker.
Contact: 373.2002 or kfoley@siouxfalls.com for more information
Cost: $40 per person, includes lunch
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MAY
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GOOD MORNING SIOUX FALLS
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
7 a.m.
Sioux Falls Convention Center 1101 N. West Ave.
Save the date. More information to follow.
MAY MEMBERSHIP MIXER
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
5-6:30 p.m.
Dow Rummel Village 1321 W. Dow Rummel St. Sponsored by Dow Rummel
RSVP to 373.2050
Cost: $3
2013 ARMED FORCES DAY CEREMONIES
Saturday, May 18, 2013
10 a.m. Musical Prelude
10:30 a.m. Program
Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System 2501 W. 22nd St. RSVP to 373.2013 or email afarr@siouxfalls.com
2013 CROSSROADS SUMMIT
Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013
7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sioux Falls Convention Center 1101 N. West Ave. For information and to register go to: www.siouxfallsypn.com/summit
TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2013
5-6:30 P.M.
Museum of Visual Materials
500 N. Main Ave.
How they voted: A look back at the 2013 session
BY BOB O’CONNELL Public Affairs & Communications Director
The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce reports each year on how the Sioux Falls area legislators voted on bills promoted by the Chamber.
The Chamber’s position on legislation is developed after deliberations of the Issues Management Council (IMC), Tax Council, Business Transportation Committee and Business Education Networking Committee. The IMC recommends positions to the Chamber’s Board of Directors and the Board then approves the Chamber Platform and Policy Statements.
The Chamber strives to be impartial and accurate in presenting this information. Annually publishing “How They Voted” is designed to facilitate an ongoing dialogue on area business concerns between voters and elected officials. The votes are taken from the platform positions that are announced prior to the session. The bills selected are the ones that most closely reflect the platform positions taken by the board.
The compilation shown here should not be viewed as rating the overall effectiveness of individual legislators; rather, it is a way to inform Chamber members about how area legislators responded to issues strongly advocated by the Sioux Falls area businesses and Forward Sioux Falls investors.
When legislators are called away from the floor and are not present during a vote, an excused vote is recorded, provided the legislator gave proper notification regarding the need to be away from the floor. However, whenever a legislator was excused or absent on a particular bill, the Chamber scored the non-vote as a “no” vote. The votes from the legislators in districts 6, 9-16 and 25 (comprising the Sioux Falls area) are shown on the chart. A (+) indicates a vote aligned with the Chamber’s position; a (-) indicates a vote that did not support the Chamber’s position. All votes are on the final passage of the bill unless indicated.
Following is more information regarding the bills scored:
The Chamber supported HB 1066, which will continue the current rate of the gross receipts on visitor related businesses. In 2009, an additional half-penny was added to the 1995 full penny tourism tax to help replace general funds. The additional tax was to sunset this year. The tourism industry asked for this tax to be able to market South Dakota effectively. In addition, the tax also funds the South Dakota Arts Council, the state’s Archeological Research Center and the state’s Cultural Heritage Center. The tax, which is about 75 percent paid for by tourists, will now be permanent.
The Chamber supported HB 1120, which allows for regional intergovernmental cooperation for sewer utilities and provides for the establishment of rates and charges. The bill states that any municipality, sanitary district, other political subdivision or any combination thereof
that maintains, has installed, or plans to install sewer utilities for public use may establish, by ordinance or resolution, fair and equitable rates and charges for sewer utilities to be paid by the users of the sewer utilities and others connected thereto. The rates and charges may be established to recover past capital costs and pay for the capital costs of developing new capacity.
HB 1185 was supported by the Chamber and was the general bill that contains money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial and executive departments of the state; the expenses of state institutions; and interest on the public debt and for common schools. The Chamber’s platform includes planks for education funding at all levels to “ensure the future of our community and state.” HB 1185 provides for the formula funding of 3 percent for K-12 schools as suggested in the platform. The bill also provides for additional funding for K-12, schools also suggested in the platform. SB 235 also provides for general education funding for students with limited English proficiency. Additionally, HB 1185 provides funding for technical schools PSA (per
student allocation) of 3 percent. Under separate bills the legislature appropriated additional funding for workforce development, i.e. increased bonding limits and equipment funding. Also, as suggested in the Chamber’s platform, the regental system received 3 percent salary policy funding, $1.7 million for maintenance and repair, and funding to establish a Ph.D. in physics. The legislature also included funding in HB 1185 of $1 million in agriculture research funding and funding for two scholarship endowments: $1.5 million for needs-based and $1.5 million for critical teaching.
The Chamber supported SB 186, which establishes a new state park in Lincoln County near Sioux Falls — the Good Earth State Park at the Blood Run site. Establishing this park has been a priority for the Chamber, the Sioux Falls Development Foundation and Forward Sioux Falls for many years and it will be the first state park in 40 years. The park will enhance the local area. The legislature also approved, under another bill, a $2 million expenditure to enable the Master Plan for the park. The local Sioux Falls area community
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has raised $2.5 million for the park.
The Chamber supported SB 235, which creates the Building South Dakota fund and certain other funds and programs to enhance economic development and education. It contains financing by deposits and transfers, to make continuous appropriations, to revise certain education funding and to support economic development. It contains economic development, education and infrastructure funding that meets a number of the elements in the Chamber’s Platform.
Part of lobbying also includes testifying against bills that would be harmful to business interests. This year the Chamber testified against bills that would have added to business administrative burdens by requiring businesses to regulate illegal aliens, forbid a business from restricting guns on the business’ premises, and adding unreasonable requirements to tax increment financing. The bills were reported in the Chamber’s electronic publication Legislative Lookout, which is emailed to members during the session. Those bills were successfully defeated.
FACES & PLACES
RECOGNITION OF CHAMBER VOLUNTEERS
The Ambassador Team of the Month for February includes Liz Lloyd, Lloyd Residential Group, LLC/Keller-Williams Realty, Sioux Falls; Dean Buckneberg, Eide Bailly LLP; and Heather Sanow, Midcontinent Communications.
Jack Dyvig, Sioux Falls Morning Optimists Club, was awarded Diplomat of the Month for February. Second place honors went to David Johnson, DAKOTACARE, and third place honors went to Daren Anderson, Big D Technology Solutions/Big D Online Solutions Teri Roest, SpeedConnect, was the recipient of the Retention Award, and Carrie Dragt, Midcontinent Communications, won the Ribbon Cutting Attendance Award. The Diplomat Team of the Month for February was: Captain Bill Rezac, Boen & Associates, Inc.; Nancy Van Otterloo, First PREMIER Bank; Daren Anderson, Big D Technology Solutions/Big D Online Solutions; Wendy Bergan, YMCA; and Stefanie Engebretson, First Bank & Trust.
Eric Siemers, KELOLAND TV, was recognized for 10 years of service to the Diplomat Committee.
NEW FACES & PROMOTIONS
Alexa Steiner is the new receptionist/ project assistant for the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau. Steiner is a graduate of South Dakota State University with a degree in Hospitality Management and a Business minor. She previously worked with Prairie Club Golf Resort before moving to Sioux Falls.
Lawrence & Schiller announced several employee promotions and awards. Tracy Hamann, a consumer insights specialist at L&S, won the Marketing and Advertising Professional award for the fourth quarter of 2012. A graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Hamann has been with L&S since 2010. Robin Zebroski was named the Director of Lawrence & Schiller Digital. Lawrence & Schiller Digital provides online marketing, social media and website strategy, digital design and programming. A graduate of Black Hills State and Regis Universities, Zebroski joined L&S in 2007. Carrie Burns was promoted to Account Executive. An employee since 2008, Burns is a graduate of Augustana College. Tara Adamson was promoted to Senior Interactive Designer. A graduate of Mount Marty College, Adamson joined the agency in 2008. Les Cotton was promoted to Designer. He also was named the winner of the Marketing and Advertising Professional award for the first quarter of 2013. Cotton, a graduate of South Dakota State University, joined L&S in 2010.
Betty Ordal, Director of Membership for the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, and Mary Johnson, Bankers Trust Company of South Dakota, presented a plaque to Eric Siemers, KELOLAND TV, for his 10 years of service to the Diplomat Committee.
Bob Natz recently joined MSH Architects as Director of Design. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Dakota and his master’s of Architecture from California State Polytechnic University. Natz has 20 years of experience in South Dakota.
Jessica Berg joined Sioux Falls Seminary as Developer of Social Entrepreneurship Studies. Berg received a Master of Arts in Christian Leadership from Sioux Falls Seminary in 2012 and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications from Augustana College in 2003.
Brian Eclov is a Licensed Professional Counselor for Sioux Falls Psychological Services Eclov received an EdS (Education Specialist) in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of South Dakota, a Master’s of Science in Counseling from South Dakota State University, and a Bachelor’s of Science in Communication Studies from SDSU.
Brett Runge joined Bartlett & West as a lead project engineer. He holds a bachelor’s degree in civil and environmental engineering and a master’s degree in environmental engineering, both from South Dakota State University. He has engineering experience in design and construction for water and wastewater, and was recently recognized by the National Society of Professional Engineers as an engineer on the rise.
Dr. Anne Dilenschneider is a Mental Health Counselor Intern for Sioux Falls Psycho-
logical Services. She has 25 years of experience as a clergywoman and spiritual director. Dilenschneider received a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, a Doctor of Ministry in Spirituality and Leadership from Ashland Theological Seminary, a Master’s of Divinity from Pacific School of Religion, and a Bachelor’s of Arts from the University of Notre Dame.
Dennis Hoffman is the interim CEO of Volunteers of America, Dakotas. Hoffman has more than 25 years of leadership and business management experience and previously worked at Wells Fargo, Edward Jones and the University of Sioux Falls, holding senior level positions throughout much of his career. Addie GrahamKramer came to Volunteers of America, Dakotas as the new Development Director after serving as the American Heart Association’s Regional Vice President of Corporate Development for South Dakota, North Dakota and out-state Nebraska. Kathy Larson is the Major Gifts Officer for Volunteers of America, Dakotas. Previously she worked at the University of South Dakota as a Major Gifts Officer.
The Sioux Empire United Way elected the following individuals to leadership positions: Chair Jim Wiederrich, Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith PC; First Vice Chair Bob Thimjon, The Ramkota Companies; Second Vice Chair Paul Sova, Showplace Wood Products; Secretary/ Treasurer Julie Norton, Avera McKennan Hos-
pital & University Health Center; Past Chair Carl Wynja, U.S. Bank. Division chairs include: Campaign Division Chair Tom Bosch, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center; Community Impact Division Chair Deb Hayes, Wells Fargo; and Marketing Division Chair Lindsey Meyers, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center. Members elected to a first three-year term are: Paul Bruflat, CNA Surety; Tracy Dahl-Webb, Howalt-McDowell Insurance; Rev. Natanael Lizarazo, First Lutheran Church; and Dr. Dan Heinemann, Sanford Health. Other board members for 2013 include: Ken Baptist, John Morrell & Co.; Randy Bury, Sanford Health; Ryan Dulaney, Great Western Bank; Lisa Hicks, Communication Workers of America; Rick Hull, Johnstone Supply; David Long, Capital One Financial Corporation; Dr. Tom Lorang, Sioux Falls Catholic Schools; Patricia Lyon, Sioux Falls Police Department; Rick Martin, Lloyd Companies; Dean Mertz, The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Wayne Muth; Bill O’Connor, First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard; Scott Petersen; Dan Rykhus, Raven Industries, Inc.; Tom Simmons, Midcontinent Communications; Bill Smith; and Dave Zimbeck, Citi.
The Credit Collections Bureau recognized several staff members and promoted others: Dalena Steele and Rachael Wall were named collection associates; Misty Moon is a
Heather Sanow Midcontinent
Dean Buckneberg Eide Bailly LLP
Liz Lloyd Lloyd Residential Group, LLC/ Keller-Williams Realty, Sioux Falls
Daren Anderson Big D Technology Solutions/ Big D Online Solutions
David Johnson DAKOTACARE
Alexa Steiner Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau Carrie Dragt Midcontinent Communications SpeedConnect
collection specialist; Casey Joe, George Feleke were named collection representatives; Ron Crane is a collection advisor; Missy Lynn is a senior collection director; Jerry Quinn is a senior collection director level 5; Raphael Gibson was named to the quarter-million dollar club; Misty Moon was named to the half-million dollar club; and Jerry Quinn and Chris Gray were named to the multi-million dollar club.
Kristi Cornette joined the ADwërks crew as Pilot of the Airwaves. She will work as a media buyer on their largest account, CarHop.
HONORS & AWARDS
U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) was named a “YMCA Congressional Champion” in Washington, D.C. for his support of the nonprofit sector. As a longstanding champion of the nonprofit sector, Thune has introduced legislation and urged his Senate colleagues to oppose reducing the charitable tax deduction.
Credit Collections Bureau named Karla Stewart collector of the month for February 2013. Kristie Bauer and Mark Sandberg were named client services representatives of the month for February 2013 Amos Gross was the employee of the month in January 2013.
Several Chamber members were recognized at the 47th Annual South Dakota ADDY® Awards Competition, the first of a three-tiered national competition conducted by the American Advertising Federation (AAF). The ADDY®
Awards Competition is the industry’s largest and most representative competition for creative excellence. The best creative was honored with gold, silver and (or) Best of Class awards. The Best of Class award winners were: Fresh Produce: Best of Class Sales Promotion and Best of Class Collateral Material; Blend Interactive: Best of Show-Digital and Best of Class Digital Advertising; Caliber Creative: Best of Show, Best of Class Integrated Campaign, Best of Class NonTraditional Advertising, and Best of Class Out of Home; Insight Marketing Design: Best of Class Elements and Best of Class Advertising for the Arts & Sciences; Lawrence & Schiller: Best of Class Advertising Industry Self Promotion, Best of Class Public Service, Best of Class Radio, and Best of Class Consumer or Trade Publication; Vision Video Interactive: Best of Class Television; and Epic Multimedia: Best of Class Direct Marketing. Also honored were Curtis Friesen, Dakota Video and Post, as the Silver Medal winner and Janet Andersen, Paulsen Marketing as the Creative Legacy Award winner.
Adam Norman, a senior project engineer at Bartlett & West, was named the 2012 Young Engineer of the Year by the Eastern Chapter of South Dakota Engineering Society (SDES). This award recognizes young SDES members who have made outstanding contributions to the engineering profession and their communities during the early years of their careers. Norman holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering from South Dakota State University.
Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce COMMUNITY APPEALS SCHEDULED FUND DRIVES
Sioux Falls Tennis Association April 1-July 31, 2013
$1 million
Construct an indoor tennis center
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sioux Falls
Nov 1, 2013-March 31, 2014
$1 046 million
Expand current ReStore warehouse facility
Special Olympics South Dakota April 1-July 31, 2014
$1 million
Complete phases two and three of their new building project
Feeding South Dakota
Nov 1, 2014-March 31, 2015
$1 .2 million
New location
The purpose of the Community Appeals Committee is to qualify and provide orderly scheduling of capital fund drives. For more information on the Community Appeals Committee, call Betty Ordal at 605.373.2010.
CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY CORRECTION
The phone number for Grainger, Inc. listed in the 2012-13 Chamber Membership Directory is incorrect. Please use (605) 339-3636.
Looking for a Chamber member by name or business category is easy using the Chamber’s online directory at www.SiouxFallsChamber.com; click on the Membership Directory button in the upper right hand part of the screen.
The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a resource, forum and voice in the community. Established in 2009 as a program of the Chamber, the YPN today serves more than 765 members. The YPN is designed to provide opportunities for young professionals to develop the skills they need to succeed in their chosen profession or occupation and to engage and introduce young professionals to the region’s resources and possibilities.
“Engagement and involvement in the YPN has been beneficial to me both personally and professionally,” said Nick Bentele, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls and YPN co-chair. “I firmly believe that the YPN has been a contributing factor to the expansion of my knowledge base, network of friends and business professionals, and skill set. The YPN has enriched my life and given me a greater appreciation for the community I call home.”
Young professionals represent the next generation of business and community leaders. Led by a 21-member steering committee and three separate action teams, the YPN has established itself as an essential resource for the community. For the past four years, members have attended events including: Focus Workshops, Morning Buzz and Power Lunch, Off the Clock, Our Sioux Falls, A Seat at the Table, the Kringle, Community Connection Tours, Golf League, Inside Washington, Family Fun Picnics and the 2011 Crossroads Summit. These events are held throughout Sioux Falls and often rely on a business or community leader to facilitate.
MENTORING PROGRAM
Later this year, the YPN will launch a mentoring program to support young professionals as they continue to grow in their chosen profession and seek development expertise from leaders in the Sioux Falls business community. The mentoring program will match young professionals with community leaders and offer the chance for conversation and learning opportunities.
Mentors will provide support and motivation, share personal stories and teach what they have learned to young professionals, with the goal of helping young professionals build their network and allow for learning between generations. Mentees will have the chance to ask questions, listen and learn. In the end, the mentoring program will be a win-win for all involved.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
The YPN is only as strong as its members and in order to cultivate future leaders, YPN members were challenged with participating in a membership drive. From January to March, 77 professionals joined the YPN — the majority of whom were referred by current members.
“Our membership drive allows YPN members to talk about why they are part of the organization, what they have learned and why they are willing to encourage others to join,” said Bobbi Nelson, Novak Sanitary Services and co-chair for the Membership and Marketing Action Team. “The YPN provides many opportunities for networking, learning and getting to know more about the Chamber and our community. Why not join and let us help you learn more?”
The membership drive leads up to the Anniversary Celebration, which the YPN will celebrate in April. At the event, members will receive their 2013-14 membership cards, which give YPN members discounts from Chamber members. The event includes a short program, door prizes and the chance to network.
“This event is being held for all young professionals,” said Marty DesLauriers, UBS Financial Services Inc, and co-chair for the Membership and Marketing Action Team. “We encourage both members and non-members to attend and learn more about us, as well as enjoy another great event put on by the YPN.”
2013 summit
08.15 2013
The 2013 Crossroads Summit is a one-day, personal and professional development conference designed to teach the basics: networking, learning, collaboration and teamwork. This event is chaired by two volunteer co-chairs: Lexie Jacobsen, Midcontinent Communications, and Cory Myers, Argus Leader Media. It will be held Aug. 15 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.
YPN CONTINUES TO CULTIVATE COMMUNITY LEADERS
The day will start off with breakfast and a keynote presen tation from Tal ent Anarchy. This dynamic duo will remind you that it is not what you know but who you know that matters. Their presentation, “Social Gravity: Harnessing the Natural Laws of Relationships,” will help you discover the science behind how and why relationships form between people and allow you to gain an understanding of the value that exists with these relationships called social capital. Jason Lauritsen and Joe Gerstandt will leave you with the knowledge and tools you need to grow a powerful network of relationships to fuel your personal and professional success. The cost is $25 per person, which includes breakfast, and is open to the public.
Nick Bentele, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls
Marty DesLauriers, UBS Financial Services, Inc
Daniel Doyle, Cutler & Donahoe, LLP
Amber Haugen, Raven Industries, Inc
Stacey Jans, Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc
John Kramer, Northwestern Mutual Financial
Reggie Kuipers, Bender Commercial Real Estate
Jordan Lipp, Waddell & Reed
Steffanie Liston-Holtrop, Hood/MED Magazine
Sadie Mahlen, U S Bank
Dan Menke, Pride Neon, Inc
The lunch presentation features Jenn Lim, CEO and Chief Happiness Officer of Delivering Happiness, a company she and Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos.com, created to inspire happiness in work, community and everyday life. In 2005, Lim created the first culture book for Zappos.com and continues to produce one each year. Lim is dedicated to showing how people can make the world a happier place through the decisions and actions. The luncheon
is open to the public and costs $35 per person, which includes lunch.
For $99, you can take part in a series of breakout sessions throughout the morning and afternoon in addition to the two dynamic keynote presentations. You will learn from local business leaders, have the chance to share ideas and network with professionals from across our community. To learn more about the 2013 Crossroads Summit or to register, visit www.siouxfallsypn. com/summit. The conference is open to the public.
“Bringing something like this to the Sioux Falls community is a great way to get young professionals involved in a fullday of personal and professional development, all while meeting new people and networking with our future leaders of Sioux Falls,” co-chair Jacobsen said.
The 2013 Crossroads Summit is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, which include: Argus Leader Media and Sioux Falls Business Journal; Sanford Health; Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center; First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard; Meta Payment Solutions; The First National Bank in Sioux Falls; Wells Fargo; Click Rain; DocuTAP; Dorsey & Whitney Trust Company, LLC; Eide Bailly; First Bank & Trust; Hy-Vee; Midcontinent Communications; Novak Sanitary Services; Raven Industries, Inc.; Sammons Financial Group/ Midland National Life; SDN Communications; Sioux Falls Convention Center; Sioux Falls Construction; South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development; U.S. Bank; Woods, Fuller, Schultz & Smith PC; and Downtown Sioux Falls.
Tiffany Miller, Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith LLP
Shelly Munson, Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P C
Megan Myers, American Cancer Society
Bobbi Nelson, Novak Sanitary Service
John Robbins, Sammons Financial Group
Jennifer Rothenbuehler, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
Jered Schock, Cisco Systems, Inc
Jo Theodosopoulos, Edith Sanford Breast Cancer Foundation
Nate Welch, Sioux Falls Canaries Baseball Club
Garrett Wilson, Kreisers, Inc
Jason Lauritsen & Joe Gerstandt Talent Anarchy
Jenn Lim Delivering Happiness
YPN Member Spotlight
These three members of YPN were instrumental in the recent YPN membership drive. Here’s a few reasons why they’re YPN members.
Lexie Jacobsen, Advertising Account Executive at Midcontinent Communications joined the YPN in April 2009.
Why are you involved in the YPN? I feel that my membership gives me a great way to get out and meet other young professionals in Sioux Falls, and I like that we are given so many opportunities to get involved in community activities and volunteer work.
How has your involvement with the YPN helped in your personal and/ or professional development? By being involved in YPN I’ve networked and met many other YPN’s in our community. Some have led to good business relationships and others have led to great new friendships.
What advice would you give to employers/employees considering a YPN membership? Young professionals will be the future leaders of the Sioux Falls community. I think that employer encouragement is vital to the personal and professional development of all young professionals.
Megan Myers, Government Relations Specialist at the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network joined the YPN in November 2008 and is a founding member of the YPN Steering Committee.
Why are you involved in the YPN? I’ve been honored to serve on the YPN Steering Committee since the first meetings with the Chamber to develop the YPN – it’s been a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing, thriving movement in our community to give young professionals the chance for leader-
ship development.
How has your involvement with the YPN helped in your personal and/or professional development? The programming and events offered through YPN have really opened my eyes to opportunities in our community and helped in my career growth. YPN is one big reason I’m proud to call Sioux Falls my home.
What advice would you give to employers/employees considering a YPN membership? To employers: Business leaders are always looking for up-and-coming talent, and YPN members are the future leaders of our community. To employees: You can meet some great people and make solid business connections through YPN –there’s no reason not to join.
Wendy Alexander, Human Resources Generalist at Home Federal Bank joined the YPN in June 2009.
Why are you involved in the YPN? I love meeting new people and really enjoy all of the events and oppor-
tunities that the Chamber/YPN holds for its members. It’s great to hear what others do in their personal and professional lives. We also have so many exceptional people in Sioux Falls and its fun to get to know others and network with them.
How has your involvement with the YPN helped in your personal and/or professional development? I am a part of the Personal & Professional Development Action Team committee and I have enjoyed helping with ideas for different events. I have also been able to tour/visit many businesses in Sioux Falls that I wouldn’t usually get to see. I especially love the “Seat at the Table” events because I find it interesting to learn more about the leaders in our community.
What advice would you give to employers/employees considering a YPN membership? Join up! There’s really something for everyone! I have a little girl and am not able to go to many of the after work events but there are so many different times and options for everyone. I try to make it to as many of the over the lunch meetings as I can as well as some of the mixers, workshops, Off the Clocks and the annual Anniversary Party!
Lexie Jacobsen Midcontinent Communications
Megan Myers American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
Wendy Alexander Home Federal Bank
YPN WORKSHOP - THE GENIUS WITHIN
Thursday, April 4, 2013
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Excel Achievement Center, 5016 S. Bur Oak Pl.
How do you learn best? Did you know that many people who did poorly in school are some of our most successful contributors in business today? Stephanie Shawn will present “The Genius Within!” and will help us all to find out how we learn, why we learn that way and how this affects how we work with our colleagues. She can even help us assess the learning styles of our spouses and children!
Cost: $10 to attend, includes lunch.
A SEAT AT THE TABLE WITH STEPHANIE HERSETH SANDLIN
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Raven Industries, Inc. 205 E. 6th St.
(Training Center is across the street from the Main Entrance).
Join us for A Seat at the Table with Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, General Counsel and Vice President of Corporate Development at Raven Industries, Inc. Herseth Sandlin will share her expertise on working in the private sector. A Seat at the Table allows YPN members to access the insights, wisdom and lessons only experienced leaders can provide.
YPN members only. Limited Seating.
Cost: Free to attend, brown bag lunch.
OUR MISSION
YPN MORNING BUZZ
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
7:30-8:30 a.m.
Panera Bread, 5117 S. Louise Ave.
Join other YPN members for an exchange while getting your morning (coffee) buzz. Learn from one another over breakfast. Bring a friend or stop by and meet a new one.
Cost: Free to attend, coffee/breakfast on your own.
YPN ANNIVERSARY
Thursday, April 18, 2013
4-7 p.m.
Spezia, 4801 S. Louise Ave.
Make plans now to attend this special event and help celebrate the 4th Anniversary of the YPN. Free admission. Free food. Great door prizes. An Off the Clock you won’t want to miss!
Cost: Free to attend, beverages on your own.
Sioux Falls Convention Center 1101 N. West Ave.
For information and to register go to: www.siouxfallsypn.com/summit
Cost: $99 for the entire Summit (including breakout sessions. keynote speakers and meals)
To RSVP to any of these events, email ljarding@siouxfalls.com or call (605) 373-2009.
The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network creates business opportunities, supports civic involvement and promotes an overall investment in the future of the community.
25+ YEARS
Arby’s Restaurants
Member Since 1987
4615 W. Homefield Dr. #101
Baete-Forseth HVAC
Member Since 1985
4700 N. Northview
BEST WESTERN PLUS
Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center
Member Since 1965
3200 W. Maple St.
Boy Scouts of AmericaSioux Council
Member Since 1985
800 N. West Ave.
Canfield Business Interiors
Member Since 1984
402 W. 9th St.
Children’s Home Society of South Dakota
Member Since 1986
801 N. Sycamore Ave.
Climate Systems, Inc.
Member Since 1984
3005 W. Russell St.
Community Blood Bank
Member Since 1983
Sioux Falls, SD
Dakota King
dba Burger King
Member Since 1981
3800 W. 53rd St.
Empire Building
Construction
Member Since 1987
1709 N. Industrial Ave.
Empire Business Systems, Inc
Member Since 1983
1108 E. Plum Creek Rd.
G & R Controls
Member Since 1986
4909 N. Lewis Ave.
Hauge Associates, Inc.
Member Since 1985
2320 W. 49th St.
HD Supply Waterworks Ltd.
Member Since 1987
2101 E. 54th St. N.
HJN Team Real Estate
Member Since 1973
101 W. 69th St. #101
Holiday Inn City Centre
Member Since 1972
100 W. 8th St.
Huset’s
Member Since 1988
Brandon, SD
Kaschmitter Appraisals, Inc.
Member Since 1986
405 W. 34th St.
Kouri Insurance Agency
Member Since 1983
6809 S. Minnesota Ave. #201
KTTW TV-Fox 7
Member Since 1988
2817 W. 11th St.
M.C. & R. Pools, Inc.
Member Since 1984
2409 E. Benson Rd.
Minerva, Inc.
Member Since 1977
301 S. Phillips Ave.
Musivend, Inc.
Member Since 1988
1800 W. 50th St.
Myrl & Roys Paving, Inc./ Ace Ready Mix, Inc.
Member Since 1984
1300 N. Bahnson Ave.
Nelson & Nelson, CPA’s LLP
Member Since 1985
1517 S. Minnesota Ave.
Novak Sanitary Service
Member Since 1988
5000 W. 8th St.
Paulsen Marketing, Inc.
Member Since 1983
3510 S. 1st Ave. Cir.
Perkins Restaurant
Member Since 1984
2604 W. 41st St.
The Printing Center, Inc.
Member Since 1983
2701 S. Minnesota Ave. #8
R & L Supply, Ltd.
Member Since 1977
308 E. 8th St.
Ramada Hotel & Suites
Member Since 1975
1301 W. Russell St.
RE/MAX Professionals, Inc.
Member Since 1985
606 W. 33rd St.
Ronald McDonald
House Charities of South Dakota, Inc.
Member Since 1985
825 S. Lake Ave.
Royal Limousine, Inc.
Member Since 1988
725 N. Main Ave.
Soukup Construction, Inc.
Member Since 1987
6001 W. 9th St.
Tessier’s, Inc.
Member Since 1984
700 W. Cherokee St.
Van Buskirk Companies
Member Since 1985
5800 S. Remington Pl. #100
Vern Eide Motorcars
Member Since 1983
5200 S. Louise Ave.
Wells Fargo Bank
Member Since 1907
101 N. Phillips Ave.
West Plains Engineering
Member Since 1988
4609 S. Techlink Cir.
Willie’s Auto Repair, Inc.
Member Since 1988
901 S. Cliff Ave.
Youth Enrichment Services, Inc.
Member Since 1986 824 E. 14th St.
20 YEARS
Cardinal Canvas Products, Inc. 3601 Hovland Dr.
Dental Comfort Center 1729 S. Cliff Ave.
Fair Tax, Inc. 1600 W. 12th St.
Grainger, Inc.
500 E. 50th St. N.
15 YEARS
Battleship South Dakota Memorial Foundation. Sioux Falls
Independent Healthcare Associates
900 E. 20th St., Ste. 300
KNWC AM & FM 6300 S. Tallgrass Ave.
10 YEARS
2 Guys on the Move 3310 N. Potsdam
Argus Leader RibFest 1201 N. West Ave.
Builders Millwork & Windows, LLC 2310 E. 10th St.
Central Catering Hawaden, IA
CorInsurance 2101 S. Minnesota Ave.
Dakotaland Autoglass, Inc. 2001 E. 39th St. N
Furniture Mission of South Dakota, Inc. 209 N. Nesmith Ave.
Gourley Properties 196 E. 6th St.
Gustaf’s Greenery 1020 S. Minnesota Ave.
Insight Marketing Design, Inc. 401 E. 8th St. #304
JTI Electric, Inc. 3624 N. Casco
Kerry Lutter Insurance Agency, Inc. 600 N. Kiwanis Ave.
Ortman Chiropractic Clinic Canistota, SD
Salon Montage 3210 E. 26th St.
South Dakota Technology Business Center 2329 N. Career Ave. #1
Visiting Angels 5104 N. Harvestore Rd.
West Mall 7 2101 W. 41st St. #33
5 YEARS
AMaVo Boutique, LLC 4807 S. Louise Ave.
Baumann Lumber, Inc. Fort Pierre, SD
CFpromo 2818 W. 12th St.
Courtyard by Marriott 4300 W. Empire Pl.
Driven 330 N. Main Ave. Ste. 201
Farmers Union Insurance 6901 S. Lyncrest Pl. #102
Hood/MED Magazine. Sioux Falls, SD
Howard Wood Dakota Relays 201 E. 38th St.
Innovative Promotions 3200 W. 90th St.
Jimmy John’s 1904 S. Minnesota Ave
Mary Jo Wegner
Arboretum & East Sioux Falls Historic Site 300 N. Cherapa Pl., #601
McDowell Financial Group 609 E. Tan Tara Pl. #101
O2 Media, LLC
401 E. 8th St., #120
Pizza Ranch of East Sioux Falls 3809 E. 10th St. #100
Sioux Falls Sports Authority 200 N. Phillips Ave. #304
SpringHill Suites by Marriott 4304 W. Empire Pl.
SUNDOG Fargo, ND
Total Fire Protection 1004 7th Ave.
Wileys Tavern 330 N. Main Ave.
Woods Chiropractic, P.C. 229 W. 39th St. #300
Contact the Chamber’s Membership Department or any Ambassador to learn about the many benefits of belonging to the region’s premier business organization. Call 605.336.1620, email sfacc@siouxfalls.com or go to siouxfallschamber.com to learn more.
NEW MEMBERS
The Dakota Clinic
Physicians & Surgeons-M.D.-
Ears, Nose & ThroatOtolaryngology
Kim Bartels, (605) 274-7440
6709 S. Minnesota Ave., Ste. 206, 57108 www.dakotaent.com
Edith Sanford Breast Cancer Foundation
Associate Member
Kimberly Simpson, (605) 312-6708
101 S. Reid St., Ste. 202, 57103 www.edithsanford.org
GunUp.com
Guns & Gunsmiths
Daniel Hall, (888) 511-7505
230 S. Phillips Ave., Ste. 307, 57104 gunup.com
HealthSource of Sioux Falls West
Chiropractors, DC
Mike Clarke, (605) 275-0040 6705 W. 41st St., 57106 www.healthsourceofsiouxfallswest.com
Michael Costanzo
Associate Member Michael Costanzo, (605) 212-7665
SculptureWalk
Associate Member
Jim Clark, (605) 838-8102
300 S. Phillips Ave. #L104, 57104 www.sculpturewalksiouxfalls. com
South Dakota Family Policy Council
Associate Member
Rev. Mark Chase, (605) 335-8100 PO Box 88007, 57110 www.sdfamily.org
St. Joseph’s Indian School Donor Care Center
Associate Member
Kody Christianson, (605) 999-5054
3900 S. Westport Ave., 57106 www.stjo.org
Sugar’s Baked Goods and Sweet Treats
Bakers/Bakery
Kari Popham, (605) 521-1631 www.sugarsbakedgoods.com
Thurman Private Wealth, LLC
Institutional Investment
Advisory Services
Dennis Thurman, (605) 335-3200
530 W. 29th St., 57105 www.thurmanpw.com
Dakota Home Staging Professionals,
LLC
American Family Insurance-Terra Koupal Agency
5708 S REMINGTON PL
American Family Insurance-Terra Koupal Agency creates a more protected community by providing property, casualty and life insurance security to qualified individuals, families and businesses. L to R: Mike Hauck, Lynda Billars, Gene Koupal, Kent Larson, Terra Koupal (agent), Mark Koupal, Steffanie ListonHoltrop, Jim Slater, Liz Lloyd and Donna Wallin.
1202 S KNISS AVE , LUVERNE, MN
The Bluestem offers a unique array of menu items that reflect their philosophy of “casual, fresh and local”. L to R: Rick Rysavy, Matthew Lais, Stacy Wrightsman, Keith Severson, Larry Ayres, Skyler Hoiland (chef/ owner), Mike
Daniel Boyle and Lynette Hoiland.
Jar Eatery
230 S PHILLIPS AVE
WWW DAKOTAHOMESTAGING COM
Dakota Home Staging Professionals, LLC offers professional staging for both residential and commercial properties. L to R: Rick Rysavy, Gita Hendricks, Regan Laughlin (co-owner), Kim Reit (co-owner), Ashley Waples (co-owner), Deb Waples (co-owner), Amy O’Connor Hoback and Anita Wetsch.
Excel Educational Opportunities
5016 S BUR OAK PL
Excel Educational Opportunities is a non-profit organization whose camps, preschool, and scholarship fund provide opportunities for youth in the area. L to R: Tim Schut, Stacey Jans, Tammy Beintema, Stephanie Spaan (CEO), Kristen Zueger, Amy O’Connor Hoback, Lyle Dabbert and Erin Elshami.
Select Specialty Hospital of South Dakota
1305 W 18TH ST
Select Specialty Hospital of South Dakota, owned by Select Medical, specializes in the acute care of critically ill patients. L to R: Sherry Kurtz, Dr. Larry Burries, Eric Forbes, Lyle Dabbert, Rick Rysavy, Carol Ulmer (CEO), John Park, Brian Williams (Select Medical VP-Business Development), Tiffany Miller, Dave Stadheim, Dr. Charles O’Brien (Sanford USD Medical Center President) and Erin Taggart.
Lives Fit
She Lives Fit is a health coaching business, specializing in women’s weight-loss and wellness. L to R: Paul J. Fretham, Heather Sanow, Shelia Hoff, Whitney Fretham (owner/health coach), Colleen Werner, Amy O’Connor Hoback, Lyle Dabbert and Larry Werner.
Cookie
The Cookie Jar Eatery provides fresh baked goods, wholesome handcrafted soups, and delicious sandwiches. L to R: Marty Schumacher, Michael Bruggeman, Lynda Billars, Becky Smith (project manager), Nancy Van Otterloo, Greg Koch (store manager), Glen Koch (co-owner), Elaine Koch (co-owner), Rick Rysavy, Keith Severson, Reggie Kuipers and Jess Smith.
She
The Bluestem
Hoiland,
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Sky Zone Sioux Falls
5129 S SOLBERG AVE
The Sky Zone Sioux Falls indoor trampoline park is the world’s first patented, all trampoline, walled playing surface. L to R: Jeff Reed, Dean Buckneberg, Carrie West, Rick Rysavy, Tina Redd (co-owner), Kristen Zueger, Scott Redd (co-owner), Mike Weister, Bobbi Nelson and Ryan Redd.
Tactical Security Services, LLC/Warrior Edge
301 S MINNESOTA AVE
Warrior Edge offers outstanding military fitness boot camps, tactical training classes/gear and health solutions. L
Jen
301 S MINNESOTA AVE
Zing is a full-service design shop and a studio offering modern home décor, stationery and a whole lotta zing! L to R: Mike Weister, Taylor Lavin, Mike Lavin, Sarah Lavin (co-owner), Kenzi Lavin, Ruth Christopherson, Mike Flannery (co-owner), Liz Lloyd, Julie Flannery-Allen (co-owner), Rick Rysavy, Finn Allen, Bob Allen and Raeya Allen.
Zing
to R:
Smith, Tammy Jans, Pradeep Jayaraman, Keith Severson, John Robbins, Matt Requejo (president), Rick Rysavy, Jen Requejo, Sandy Case and Nathan Kull.
FORWARD SIOUX FALLS
Twenty-five years ago, community leaders recognized the need to aggressively promote Sioux Falls as a great place to do business. The economy was rocky and community leaders asked: what must be done today to ensure Sioux Falls’ vitality tomorrow?
The answer was Forward Sioux Falls, a new economic development and marketing program to promote continued growth in the Sioux Falls area.
On March 27, 2013, Forward Sioux Falls investors gathered to celebrate accomplishments from the past 25 years. Sioux Falls is the thriving community it is because of the vision and the investment made by community leaders beginning 25 years ago and in each subsequent Forward Sioux Falls program.
To find out how you can become an investor, visit www. forwardsiouxfalls.com or contact Director of Investor Relations Carolyn Winchell at (605) 373-2008 or cwinchell@ siouxfalls.com.
since 1972: Good Earth State Park at Blood Run, South Dakota’s 13th state park.
Forward Sioux Falls 2011-2016 Joint Venture Management Committee Chair Mark Shlanta reviews 25 years of Forward Sioux Falls accomplishments and impacts on the Sioux Falls community and business environment.
Howard Wood Dakota Relays
The Howard Wood Dakota Relays Board of Directors and Sioux Falls Skys the Limit Youth Foundation are sponsoring the gate entrance fee for members of the military.
The Dakota Relays will be held May 3-4 at the newly renovated Howard Wood Field. Field events begin at 11 a.m. Friday with running events beginning at 2 p.m. on Friday, 8 a.m. Saturday, and 5:30 p.m. on Saturday night.
All veterans or service members are able to attend the 2013 Howard Wood Dakota Relays at no charge. They should go to the Military Entrance at the front gates and identify themselves at the gate to be admitted without question; ID cards are not necessary. All current and former members of the National Guard, Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, active components, and all veterans will be admitted free.
CHAMBER APPEALS COMMUNITY INDOOR TENNIS
New indoor facility gives Sioux Falls advantage
BY AMY SMOLIK Marketing & Communications Manager
Supporters of the Community Indoor Tennis Center (CITC) hope to create year-round tennis opportunities for residents of all ages while boosting the Sioux Falls economy by building a new $3.5 million indoor tennis facility. The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerceapproved Community Appeals Campaign kicked off April 1 and runs through July 31, 2013, with a goal of raising $1 million from the business community.
Sioux Falls currently has no indoor public tennis courts, and the city’s brisk climate and short summers mean tennis players typically enjoy only about a fivemonth outdoor season. According to the United States Tennis Association, a city the size of Sioux Falls could support at least 15 indoor tennis courts — but right now, hundreds of children and adults enrolled in city-run summer tennis instruction and leagues have no public indoor courts to play on once the weather turns cold.
play. Pending a successful fundraising campaign, construction is slated to begin this fall and the CITC will be up and running by spring 2014.
“We are excited to be part of the over-
ed Way’s Connecting Kids program and Sioux Falls Tennis Association, the CITC will also provide scholarships and instruction to children who otherwise could not afford to participate in tennis.
ence the city’s attractions. Sports tourism created by the CITC will generate income in the community from jobs and increased tax base to revenue from tournaments, clinics and exhibitions. The growth of tennis — national participation in the sport has increased by 46 percent in the past decade and the Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation program is growing at a 7 percent clip annually — will help create a more vibrant economic base for Sioux Falls. According to the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau, the average tennis tournament held at the CITC would have an estimated $300,000 economic impact to the community.
For now, the closest public indoor tennis court to Sioux Falls is three hours away, in Omaha, Neb. Sioux Falls does offer six private indoor tennis courts.
“The campaign to build the Community Indoor Tennis Center is about improving the quality of life we enjoy in Sioux Falls,” said Jerry Nachtigal of Citi, a co-chair of the capital campaign. “It’s also about economic development for our community and region, providing year-round opportunities for young and old to play a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime, and simply giving residents of a fast-growing city more needed recreational and wellness options.”
The Community Indoor Tennis Center will be located in the new Sanford Sports Complex, the city’s emerging athletic hub sprouting in northwest Sioux Falls on land donated by Sanford Health. Situated between the Scheels Iceplex and the Pentagon basketball arena, the 46,000-squarefoot steel frame tennis center will feature seven championship tennis courts, two classrooms, locker rooms, offices and pro shop, and seating for viewing tournament
all growth of recreational opportunities in Sioux Falls,” said Capital Campaign Cochair Bill Townsend, Howalt-McDowell. “This is a win-win for the community in terms of enhancing tennis opportunities for people of all ages and benefiting our economy.”
After the initial $3.5 million construction cost, the CITC will be 100 percent self-supporting. The CITC announced at its Community Appeals Campaign kickoff event on April 2 that early fundraising has gone very well. In addition to nearly $900,000 donated or pledged from individuals, the City of Sioux Falls is investing $500,000 and local businesses had already pledged nearly $200,000 of the $1 million business goal. The remainder of funds needed to build the CITC will come from grants and other private sources. The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation is collecting contributions to the drive to build the Community Indoor Tennis Center, which is led entirely by community volunteers.
The CITC is already in discussions with the City of Sioux Falls, the Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Department, Sanford Health, Sioux Falls Public Schools, Sioux Falls Catholic Schools, and the South Dakota High School Activities Association. With support from the Sioux Empire Unit-
“The Community Indoor Tennis Center is a great way to increase the number of youth in tennis programs,” said Campaign Co-chair Steve Metli, First Bank & Trust. “It will be managed at no cost to the taxpayer. It’s an outstanding time to do it.”
The addition of the Community Indoor Tennis Center will bring an estimated $2 million economic impact annually, drawing thousands of visitors to Sioux Falls to shop, dine, overnight and experi-
With additional public indoor tennis courts, Sioux Falls would have the opportunity to host junior, high school, college, local, regional and national tournaments that are presently being hosted by other communities because of a lack of indoor courts. Supporters also say Sioux Falls’ own public indoor tennis facility will lessen the need for local athletes to travel to the Twin Cities; Rochester, Minn.; Omaha, Fargo and Grand Forks, N.D., to compete in wintertime tournaments.
“This is the step in the right direction for Sioux Falls,” Metli said. “This is an idea that has been talked about for 20 years and is now being developed at the right time.”
Community Appeals Campaign
Construct a new indoor tennis facility
April 1-July 31, 2013 • $1 million For more information visit www.sfindoortennis.net
Campaign Co-chairs:
Sioux Falls is poised to become a premier sports community and the Community Indoor Tennis Center will provide economic growth for the community and new opportunities for thousands of Sioux Falls residents.