April 2022 Chamber News by Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce

Chamber News Vol. 57, No. 6

April 2022

A PUBLICATION OF THE GREATER SIOUX FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

UNDER

CONSTRUCTION Summer street projects will improve and maintain city infrastructure

In this issue Feature

Under Construction Summer street projects will improve and maintain city infrastructure . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-27 Top stories DE&I Activator Series concludes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Furniture Mission launches Community Appeal Campaign. . . . . 32-33 In this issue

Chamber News Publisher

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Chamber News Layout/Design Jill Blom

Message from the Chair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chamber News Editor

Event Calendars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

For editorial information, call: (605) 336-1620

Economic Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Faces & Places. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-20 Community Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Business Advocacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Headlines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-33

Jennie Doyen

Chamber News is published by the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce, 200 N. Phillips Ave., Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Postmaster please send address changes to: Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave., Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Phone: (605) 336-1620 • Email: gsfcc@siouxfalls.com

Using Your Membership. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Chamber Mission

DE&I Feature Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

As the leading Sioux Falls area business advocate, the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce represents its members by advancing and promoting the economic health and quality of life of the region.

Member Voice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Ribbon Cuttings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-42 New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Member Anniversaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45 Five Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 ON THE COVER

Construction begins on North Minnesota Avenue.

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Forward.

Message from the Chair

Message from the Chair When I first moved to Sioux Falls from California over a decade ago, one of the first jokes our new neighbors told me was: “There are only two seasons here – winter and road construction.” That line still makes me smile! In all seriousness, as the community grows, your city government works hard to keep our infrastructure up-to-date and to be responsive to the needs of citizens. We added approximately 7,000 residents to Sioux Falls last year, and with that growth comes more cars on the road. More cars on the road means more wear and tear on our streets and therefore more construction. Alex Ramirez 2021-22 Chair of the Board

Our elections are a reminder of the privileges and rights we enjoy in this country.

There is a lot of planning and expertise that goes into the road construction projects around the city. The staff at the City of Sioux Falls is great about seeking input from residents and businesses and communicating upcoming projects. The Chamber often has representation in the conversations about where development and improvement needs to happen. Every year, we plan a bus tour of the city and spend the day with a member of the City planning department looking at future projects. It is one more way we are the voice of business for our members. The month of April brings local elections. This year, we will be selecting our mayor for the next four years, plus four members of the City Council. Please don’t forget to vote and vote like our democracy depends on it (which it does). Find Election Day information on page 31 of this issue. You can also see profiles of the candidates seeking office at chambernews.com. Our elections are a poignant reminder of the privileges and rights we enjoy in this country, especially when contrasted with the invasion of a democratic Ukraine by a leader who denies his own country the ability to vote in fair and free elections and choose their own leaders, of the people, by the people and for the people. Finally, this month we will recognize 54 individuals who have completed the DE&I Activator Series. Chamber members and Forward Sioux Falls investors told us that there was a need for training on diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. This series was developed in response to that demand, and I am pleased to tell you that hundreds of people have participated in this program to varying degrees over the last year. The long-term growth and success of our community depends on welcoming all people to our city and workforce. As you continue to go about your daily life, I humbly remind you to take a moment to be grateful for the blessings that we enjoy here in Sioux Falls and South Dakota. Be well and let’s all look forward to the warm breeze picking up as spring is right around the corner.

2021-22 GREATER SIOUX FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEADERSHIP

CHAMBER STAFF

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Jeff Griffin, President & CEO Diane Balk, Accounting Manager Joan Bartling, Vice President of Finance & Accounting Justin Bentaas, Public Affairs & Research Manager Jill Blom, Graphics & Communications Manager Casey Boerger, Young Professionals Network Manager Kyle Davis, Member Services Specialist Peyton DeJong, Agribusiness Manager Jennie Doyen, Vice President of Member Services Becky Griebel, Administrative Assistant Elizabeth Heidinger, Member Services Specialist Steven Herman, Sales Manager Pat Lund, Member Relations Manager Mike Lynch, Executive Director of Investor Relations, Forward Sioux Falls Debra Owen, Vice President of Government Relations Holly Rader, Vice President of Member Relations Teresa Schreier, Events Coordinator Susan Seachris, Administrative/Accounting Assistant

Chair Alex Ramirez, USA Media TV Chair-Elect Paul Hanson, Sanford Health Vice Chair Scott Lawrence, Lawrence & Schiller, Inc. Treasurer Miles Beacom, PREMIER Bankcard Immediate Past Chair Dan Doyle, Lloyd Companies Chamber President & CEO Jeff Griffin BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Joe Bunkers, Gage Brothers Kim Burma, Midco Tamien Dysart, Think 3D Solutions Natalie Eisenberg, Click Rain, Inc. Kayla Eitreim, Junior Achievement of South Dakota Dr. José-Marie Griffiths, Dakota State University Jason Herrboldt, First Bank & Trust Angela Lammers, Cetera Services, LLC

Valerie Loudenback, Grand Prairie Foods Tolcha Mesele, Smithfield Foods Nancy Savage, Child’s Play Toys Nathan Stallinga, DakotAbilities Bob Sutton, Avera Health Tony Venhuizen, Standard Services, LLC EX-OFFICIO

Kyle Groos, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Cindy Heiberger, Minnehaha County Commission Cynthia Mickelson, Sioux Falls School Board Jim Schmidt, Lincoln County Commission Dr. Jane Stavem, Sioux Falls Public School System Mayor Paul TenHaken, City of Sioux Falls

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Calendars

CHAMBER

Events Calendar

Dates, times and locations are subject to change. For a current listing of all Chamber events, visit siouxfallschamber.com, read the weekly edition of Quickly, or call (605) 336-1620. You can register and pay for events online at siouxfallschamber.com.

MEMBERSHIP

SPONSORED BY:

Tuesday, April 12

4:30–6:30 p.m. Concrete Materials/ Knife River Corporation 1500 N. Sweetman Place Complimentary admission courtesy of Concrete Materials/Knife River Corporation

Mayoral Forum Monday, April 4

5:30 p.m. Washington Pavilion, Belbas Theater 301 S. Main Ave.

DETAILS: In partnership with AARP, the Argus Leader and Dakota News Now, the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce will host the mayoral candidate forum on Monday, April 4. This forum will focus on a variety of issues that impact our community and will be moderated by Brian Allen (Dakota News Now) and Trevor Mitchell (Argus Leader). Chamber members are encouraged to submit their questions in advance by emailing Justin Bentaas at jbentaas@siouxfalls.com. COST: Free and open to the public.

11 a.m.–Noon Zoom

DETAILS: Workplace culture can feel like it’s being put under a magnifying glass, with concerns about how it will be adapted and maintained. What we know for sure is that a culture will emerge, whether intended or not, so you want to be deliberate in curating your work environments. Learn from Rana DeBoer, Keystone Group International, about the four stages of building a conscious culture and how to charge your leaders for success at each stage.

FEATURED EVENT

MIXER

Business Sense Workshop: Charging a Conscious Culture Tuesday, April 12

COST: $10 RSVP: siouxfallschamber.com

Morning Mingle Tuesday, April 19

7:30–9 a.m. Sylvan Learning Center of Sioux Falls 4816 S. Technopolis Dr.

DETAILS: Before your day gets too hectic, join the Chamber for a fun and energetic morning networking opportunity. Drop by for a cup of coffee and great conversation with other members of the business community. COST: Free

Membership Mixer Tuesday, May 10

4:30–6:30 p.m. Dave & Buster’s 2690 S. Lorraine Place

DETAILS: Make a new connection at the May Membership Mixer, hosted by Dave & Buster’s. COST: $5 or use your Mixer Pass

Morning Mingle Thursday, May 26

7:30–9 a.m. 4Front Studios 600 N. Main Ave., #109

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GREATER SIOUX FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

UPCOMING EVENTS

To RSVP to any of these events, visit siouxfallsypn.com or call (605) 373-2002. Visit siouxfallsypn.com for a full list of events.

Our Sioux Falls: EmBe Youth Programs Tuesday, April 5

Focus Workshop: Legal Entities & Estate Planning Tuesday, April 26

DETAILS: At the YPN Our Sioux Falls events, members can learn more about the community where they live and work. Advance registration is required.

DETAILS: YPN Focus Workshops are virtual learning opportunities for YPN Members that are held monthly. In this workshop, you’ll be introduced to legal entities and estate planning for business owners and young adults. Presented by Brooke Harms, Ballard Spahr.

Noon–1 p.m. Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave.

COST: Free, registration required.

Morning Buzz Thursday, April 7

7:30–9 a.m. Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1216 W. 41st St. DETAILS: Join other YPN members for networking while getting your morning buzz (coffee). Morning-minded young professionals are invited to come enjoy coffee and conversation with other YPN members at our Morning Buzz. COST: Free

A Seat at the Table: Alex Ramirez Wednesday, April 13

Noon–1 p.m. Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. DETAILS: Get to know Alex Ramirez, USA Media TV and Chair of the Board of Directors for the Chamber, at this Seat at the Table event. Advanced registration is required. COST: Free, registration required.

Noon–1 p.m. Zoom

COST: Free, registration required.

Reservations for Six Wednesday, April 27

Find us on social media or visit siouxfallsypn.com

Action Team Meetings You can help shape key areas of YPN programming by joining an Action Team. All team meetings are open to any YPN member who would like to get involved. Volunteering with an Action Team is a great way to strengthen professional connections and exercise your skills in collaboration, facilitation and project management. For more details on the responsibilities of each team, visit siouxfallsypn.com.

Social Action Team

Tuesday, April 5, 4–5 p.m. Chamber of Commerce

Noon–1 p.m. McNally’s Irish Pub, LLC 6211 S. Old Village Place

DETAILS: Get to know other young professionals in the community in a small setting and support a Chamber member restaurant at the same time! Reservations for Six is a networking lunch with no agenda, just a meal out with your peers. Limited to the first six to register! COST: Free, food and drink on your own.

YPN Birthday Bash Thursday, April 28 4–7 p.m. PAve, LLC 130 S. Phillips Ave.

DETAILS: Grab your friends and help us celebrate 13 years of YPN! Join us on the patio at PAve as we reconnect again. It’s sure to be a good time complete with fun door prizes, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and good people. COST: Free

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Collaboration

you can bank on.

This calendar is a sampling of local events, concerts, fundraisers, seminars and more compiled from siouxfallsevents.com and experiencesiouxfalls.com/ events. Visit these websites for a complete listing of events happening in the Sioux Falls area, or for more details on the events listed here. All events are subject to change. Please check the online events calendars for the most recent updates.

APRIL

Alice Cooper with Buckcherry

Charley Crockett at The District

Whose Live Anyway? at Washington Pavilion

Let’s Rock Broadway: Starring The Diamonds at Washington Pavilion

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The Passion and the Cross at Orpheum Theater

8-10

Sioux Falls Home Expo at Sioux Falls Convention Center

Church Basement Ladies at Washington Pavilion

South Dakota Symphony Orchestra: Stained Glass Concert

Shinedown at Denny Sanford PREMIER Center

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The Passion and the Cross at Orpheum Theater

Snoop Dogg and Koe Wetzel: The 420 Special Tour

British Invasion at Washington Pavilion

Raise Your4thExpectations 16 Annual Downtown Easter Egg Hunt

Jennifer Johnson 21-23 NAWIC Spring Forum 2022

Lainey Wilson at The District

The Chairity Gala for Furniture Mission of South Dakota

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PBR Unleash the Beast

South Dakota Symphony Orchestra: Bach’s St. Matthew Passion

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Vice President 21-23 Branch Manager 21 NMLS 470758 23

(605) 444-4058

The Good Night Theatre Collective presents: Into the Woods 49th Annual Tribute to Women Jimmie Allen with Neon Union at The District

ID 405612

Sioux Falls Skedaddle

16-17

14th Annual Knickers Fore Knockers golf tournament

Megadeth & Lamb of God at Denny Sanford PREMIER Center

Mark Kingswood at Washington Pavilion

MercyMe: INHALE (EXHALE) Tour

Nebula w/ Year of the Cobra at Bigs Bar

Dustin Lynch: Party Mode Tour 2022

19-22

The Premiere Playhouse presents: Cabaret

Plant Sale & Swap festival at McCrossan Boys Ranch

South Dakota Symphony Orchestra Centennial Finale

South Dakota Symphony Youth Orchestra at Washington Pavilion

Cruisin’ for Critters Poker Run 2022

MAY 1

Wizard of OZ - Young Performers Edition at Washington Pavilion

Kenny Wayne Shepherd at The District

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Come From Away at Washington Pavilion

JUNE 2-3

The Good Night Theatre Collective Presents: A Culinary Cabaret

Spring Art & Wine Walk in downtown Sioux Falls

Opening Night Levitt 2022 Season at Levitt at the Falls

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Falls Park West

Eastbank Block Party at 8th & Railroad Center

Iration: Zen Island World Tour at The District

4-5

21st Annual Siouxland Renaissance Festival

12-15

The Premiere Playhouse presents: Cabaret

Spring Open House at Wilde Prairie Winery

Rage Against The Machine at Denny Sanford PREMIER Center

YMCA Fore the Kids Golf Classic

Trace Adkins at South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance

Sioux Falls Storm vs. Frisco Fighters

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Anastasia at Washington Pavilion

Love Sioux Falls City Wide Worship at Levitt at the Falls

605 Summer Classic

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Economic Indicators

Tracking trends in business is just one way that the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce is looking out for our members. Sioux Falls is a great place to do business, in part because of its diverse economy. Check here for economic indicators that help show growth and development.

City of Sioux Falls Building Permit Data

Regional Unemployment Rates

February 2022

January 2022

CUMULATIVE YEAR TO DATE

605 permits

2020 2021

687 permits

2022

692 permits 0

100

200

300

400

500

600

BISMARCK

3.4%

700

FARGO

2.8%

800

MINNEAPOLIS/ ST. PAUL

Source: City of Sioux Falls

3.1%

RAPID CITY

2.7%

City of Sioux Falls Total Construction Value February 2022

SIOUX FALLS

ROCHESTER

3.0%

2.5%

CEDAR RAPIDS

CUMULATIVE YEAR TO DATE

4.9%

200

OMAHA

DES MOINES

2.9%

4.1%

LINCOLN

2.3%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

150

Note: figures represent Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSA), not just city; rates are not seasonally-adjusted

$151.2 million $103.4 million

100

Agriculture Trends January 2022 14.0

$13.00 $12.50 $12.90

50 (IN MILLIONS)

$10.90

$111.1 million $39.6 million

10.5

$12.40

$10.70

Soybeans

$53.3 million $14 million

2021

2020 Source: City of Sioux Falls

Total Construction Value

(per bushel) U.S. South Dakota

2022 New Non-Residential Construction Value

7.0

$4.24

Sioux Falls Region Housing Overview February 2022

3.5

New Listings: 362 Days on the Market Until Sale: 83 Median Sales Price: $270,000 Inventory of Homes for Sale: 660 Source: RASE (Realtor Association of the Sioux Empire)

0.0

$5.58

$5.57

$5.47

$5.69

Corn

$4.01

January

2021

(per bushel) U.S. South Dakota

December

2021

January

2022

Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture

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Faces & Places

Faces & Places Our members do more than follow the news. They make the news. Job promotions and hirings. New projects. New partnerships. Awards. Every day we hear about exciting accomplishments, historic milestones and other positive aspects of our member businesses that deserve to be shared. Submit news to jdoyen@siouxfalls.com.

Monica Huether Peska Construction, Inc.

Jennifer Hoesing DakotAbilities

Ryan Schmidtman Sanford Health

Nathan Stallinga DakotAbilities

Andrea Carstensen Minnwest Bank

Recognition of Chamber Volunteers The Ambassador Committee promotes the Chamber and assists in bringing new members into the organization. The Diplomat Committee works to maintain membership strength in the Chamber and provide outstanding customer service to members. Their volunteer service helps to keep the Chamber strong. Featured ambassadors this month are two newly-appointed volunteers. Monica Huether works in business development for Peska Construction, Inc. and Ryan Schmidtman works in technology solutions for Sanford Health.

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The ACE Award is presented monthly to one ambassador in recognition of their efforts to bring new members into the Chamber. The February ACE Award went to Nathan Stallinga, DakotAbilities. Jenn Hoesing, DakotAbilities, was the March diplomat of the month. Andrea Carstensen, Minnwest Bank, received recognition as Event Champion for March, for her consistent attendance and participation at Chamber events and ribbon cuttings.

The diplomat team of the month for March was Team DeGroot: Captain Doug DeGroot; Carol Woltjer, Family Visitation Center; Angie Wahl, J. Wahl Home Inspection; Brad Jans, Jans Corporation; and Kim Haiar, KBACK Radio.

Honors & Awards Michael Haskett, owner and executive chef of M.B. Haskett, was a semifinalist for a James Beard Award for Best Chef: Midwest. The prestigious awards seek to recognize exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media and broader food system. (Note: winner announced March 16) Black Hills Federal Credit Union received the 2021 SBA 7(a) Volume Leader Award from the Small Business Association. The award recognizes the lender originating the most SBA 7(a) loans in South Dakota from September 2020 to September 2021. In that timeframe, Black Hills Federal Credit Union helped South Dakota businesses secure $7.5 million in SBA 7(a) loans. At the conclusion of their 2022 fundraising campaign, Sioux Empire United Way recognized several individuals for outstanding leadership and support. Julie Becker, St. Francis House, received the Larry Oppold Memorial Award, which is given to a human service professional for outstanding dedication to his or her work. Leslie Crevier, Child’s Voice, received the Helen E. (Oppold) Blair Memorial Award, which is given to an individual whose work in human services, law enforcement, education, or church based fields towards child abuse prevention and early intervention is exemplary. Luke Tibbetts, First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard, received the Brent Weiler Bulldog Award, which is given to a Team 2 Sioux Empire United Way volunteer who has shown determination and persistence

in working with small business to achieve campaign success. Nancy Tapken, South Dakota Historical Society Foundation, received the Rich Garry Rookie of the Year Award, which is given to a first-time Sioux Empire United Way volunteer who has stepped up and made a tremendous impact in their role, helping to fulfill the mission of Sioux Empire United Way. Krista May, Infrastructure Design Group, Inc., was named Volunteer of the Year for selflessly and generously giving of her time and talents to help fulfill the mission of the Sioux Empire United Way. Troy Holt, Five Star Call Centers, was named Heart Club Philanthropist of the Year for his demonstrated active involvement, and for encouraging or influencing others to contribute. Catherine Forsch, South Dakota Historical Society Foundation, received the David Birkeland Memorial Award, which is given to the business or professional leader who most exemplifies David Birkeland’s involvement in our community. Sioux Empire United Way also presented Business of the Year Awards to three local businesses in recognition of their generosity and/ or employee involvement. Diamond Mowers, Furniture Mart USA and Sanford Health each received awards. The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society was named one of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2022, according to Forbes magazine. The Good Samaritan Society was ranked 356 out of 500 midsize employers. Headquartered in Sioux

Falls, the Good Samaritan Society employs 15,000 people across more than 300 locations in 22 states. The organization integrated with Sanford Health in 2019. Best Lawyers®, the oldest and most respected guide to the legal profession, has recognized the four Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith, LLP lawyers in the 2022 Real Estate and Infrastructure Edition. Eric C. Schulte was recognized in the practice area of Construction Law. In the practice area of Real Estate Law, the guide recognized Jonathan P. Brown, P. Daniel Donohue and Terry N. Prendergast. Two local companies have been named to the Inc. 5000 Regionals Midwest list of the fastest-growing private companies. MarketBeat ranked #78 on the list with a growth rate of 135%. Vikor Teleconstruction ranked #110 on the list with a growth rate of 93%. Inc’s Regional Midwest list ranks private companies based in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Midwest region economy’s most dynamic segment–its independent small businesses.

Leadership

Dakota State University has been named to the U.S. Cyber Command’s Academic Engagement Network (AEN). The group includes college and university partners from 34 states and the District of Columbia. The command intends to use the AEN to support and enhance four primary lines of effort: future workforce, applied cyber research, applied analytics, and strategic issues. These lines of effort are intended to serve as an investment in creating a robust and accessible pool of qualified cyber professionals.

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Faces & Places

Be Seen New Faces & Promotions Bobbie Tibbetts has joined Bender Commercial Real Estate Services as a commercial sales and leasing agent. Tibbetts previously served as chief philanthropy officer for Sanford Health Foundation. The First National Bank in Sioux Falls has promoted several employees. Bob Baker, Director of Corporate Affairs, is promoted to Executive Vice President. Julie Choudek, Chief Credit Officer, is promoted to Executive Vice President. Jenn Reecy, Chief Employee Experience Officer, is promoted to Executive Vice President. Jeff Russell, Chief Banking Officer, is promoted to Executive Vice President. Veronica Paulson, Personal Trust Team Leader, is promoted to Vice President. Don Rahn, Wealth Advisory

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Manager, is promoted to Vice President. Tom Ries, Business Banker, is promoted to Vice President. Tony Goettsch, Senior Auditor, is promoted to Assistant Vice President. Kayla O’Neal, Personal Trust Officer, is promoted to Assistant Vice President. Stephen O’Neil, Branch Manager, is promoted to Assistant Vice President. Joanna Portice, Branch Manager, is promoted to Assistant Vice President. Carrie Reider, Personal Trust Associate Team Leader, is promoted to Assistant Vice President. Allyson Rodgers, Personal Trust Officer, is promoted to Assistant Vice President. Dave Burns, Wealth Advisor, is promoted to Officer. Lexis Cramer, Branch Manager, is promoted to Officer. Mike Zellmer, Credit Review Specialist, is promoted to Officer.

Logan Roth has joined Cornerstone Bank as AVP Business Banker. He has eight years of banking and accounting experience. Logan holds an accounting degree from North Dakota State University and postgraduate credits from the University of South Dakota. First PREMIER Bank has promoted Luke Tibbetts to Vice President, Business Banking Manager. The announcement follows the retirement of Pam Hanneman who served in the role since 2013. Tibbetts has more than 16 years of banking experience and joined First PREMIER in 2011. He is a 2000 graduate of Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School and received his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of South Dakota in Vermillion.

1-4 Chamber members gathered at Reliabank near 85th &

Minnesota for the March Membership Mixer. Bank President Josh Hogue welcomed guests, who enjoyed appetizers and networking.

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Faces & Places

Be Seen

5-8 Girl Scouts-Dakota Horizons hosted

chamber members for coffee and networking during the February Morning Mingle. CEO Marla Meyer welcomed guests and girl scouts were on hand for anyone who needed to stock up on cookies!

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9 Young Professionals had an opportunity to hear from candidates running for Sioux Falls City Council at a candidate forum, hosted by YPN and held at JJ’s Wine, Spirits & Cigars.

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Faces & Places

Be Seen

10-11 Young professionals headed to the east side of

Sioux Falls for March’s Morning Buzz, hosted by Origin Health Chiropractic & Wellness. 12 Riccardo Tarabelsi, owner of R Wine Bar, was the featured guest at a recent YPN A Seat at the Table event. Attendees had the chance to learn from Tarabelsi’s professional journey and to ask questions in a small group setting.

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13 13 Members of the Business Leadership

Council enjoyed a tour of Montgomery’s. 14 Reservations for Six allows a small group of YPN members to meet for lunch and networking. This group enjoyed lunch at Jacky’s Restaurant.

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Faces & Places

Be Seen

15 15-16 YPN members gathered at

Lupulin Brewing Company for an Off the Clock social in February.

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Community Appeals

GREATER SIOUX FALLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Community Appeals Scheduled Fund Drives The purpose of the Community Appeals Committee is to qualify and provide orderly scheduling of capital fund drives to the business community.

CURRENT CAMPAIGN

To expand/renovate the McCrossan School and construct an outdoor athletic complex.

By vetting capital fund drives, the objective of Community Appeals is to affirm the project is a sound community investment and worthy of donor consideration. It is the intent of the Chamber to encourage every business to carefully consider such requests. However, we also acknowledge that many businesses have limited resources for capital fund drives, both in an ability to properly evaluate them and a sufficient budget to contribute. Our Community Appeals process is intended to provide our members with assurance that a Community Appeals campaign is worthy of investment.

MCCROSSAN BOYS RANCH NOV. 1, 2022–MARCH 31, 2023

ACTIVE GENERATIONS APRIL 1, 2023–JULY 31, 2023 THE FURNITURE MISSION OF SOUTH DAKOTA APRIL 1, 2022–JULY 31, 2022

To build a new and larger Furniture Mission facility on the Empower Sioux Falls Campus (previously the School for the Deaf Campus).

To add a second Active Generations location on the east side of Sioux Falls.

VETERANS COMMUNITY PROJECT NOV. 1, 2023-MARCH 31, 2024 To build a village of 25 tiny homes for homeless veterans in the Sioux Falls area. A Village Center will also be constructed to facilitate behavioral/physical wellness, serving to link to other services.

LIFESCAPE HOSPITAL & SCHOOL APRIL 1, 2024-JULY 31, 2024

To construct a new campus to increase residential service capacity, specialty school capacity and outpatient services.

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CONSTRUCTION Summer street projects will improve and maintain city infrastructure

By Amy Smolik,

For the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce

We’re in between South Dakota’s two seasons — winter and construction — but the orange cones will be out soon. The City of Sioux Falls is tackling a number of major street projects in 2022, some of which are multi-year endeavors in addition to multi-million dollar investments.

affect the bid prices — the volatility of the market, supply chain challenges, fuel prices and the general cost of materials that could be well over the allocated project budgets.

“The biggest piece for us is continuing to keep up with growth and manage existing infrastructure,” said Andy Berg, City Engineer. “We’ve got to improve or replace existing aging infrastructure in a timely fashion before it becomes a problem. Our program has a nice mix of expansion for growth and safety, and the maintenance and improvements to what we already have.”

“As financing comes into clear form as each project bids, we will make decisions on what will be held back and what will move forward,” Berg said.

The end goal is smoother roads, more efficient movement of traffic and safety. With very few exceptions, roads will remain open though in limited capacity. Projects that have already bid will start this spring. Some bids have yet to be let, such as improvements slated for Phillips Avenue downtown Sioux Falls. Depending on how numbers come back, there is a chance they could be delayed, Berg said. Several factors

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Andy Berg

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Our program has a nice mix of expansion for growth and safety, and the maintenance and improvements to what we already have.

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Left-turn crashes are reduced by 60% with this style of interchange

Pictured above is a rendering of what the 41st Street Diverging Diamond Interchange would look like when completed.

Here’s a look at some of the largest projects that will impact businesses and commuters for the rest of the year:

41st Street Diverging Diamond Interchange Completion Date: Operational Fall 2023 Cost: $43.9 million This two-year endeavor is by far the largest project this year and has the potential to impact travelers the most, Berg said. It includes road reconstruction and widening from Marion Road on the west to Shirley Avenue on the east and introduces a diverging diamond interchange (DDI) to the existing 41st Street and Interstate 29 exit, a new concept to Sioux Falls. The DDI is being done in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Transportation. In early 2023, the state’s first DDI is projected to open in Rapid City at LaCrosse Street and Interstate 90. A DDI eliminates left turns by diverging traffic to the opposite side of the street as it crosses over the bridge. When completed, 41st Street westbound traffic will move from the right side (north) to the left side (south) while crossing the

bridge and then move back to the right side (north). The DDI makes getting onto the interstate essentially “free left turns.” Eastbound drivers on 41st Street will do the opposite. Still confused? You can see an animation of how the interchange will work at siouxfalls.org/41st-ddi. The intended schedule for 2022 is to start on the west side of the Interstate from Marion Road to Meadow Avenue and complete the reconstruction and widening to six lanes with a center median this year. In 2023, the project will move east, tackling the interchange, expanding the current bridge over the Interstate and continuing road reconstruction up to Shirley Avenue. The DDI should be fully operational by fall of 2023, Berg said. Safety is a huge advantage for the conversion of the interchange. The DDI provides a safer path for pedestrians, which will run through the middle of the road instead of on the edges. Statistics have shown that left-turn crashes are reduced by 60% with this style of interchange, Berg said. Traffic will be open in both directions throughout construction though it will be reduced to fewer lanes, Berg said. Drivers should stay alert as they drive through construction zones and be patient as there will be traffic delays, he said.

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Below is a rendering of what Minnesota Avenue between 2nd Street and Russell Street would look like when completed.

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Minnesota Avenue, Russell Street to 2nd Street Completion Date: Concrete surfacing November 2022, Landscaping spring 2023 Cost: $14.1 million (Phase I) This project is the first of four phases of improvements to Minnesota Avenue, starting on the north at Russell Street to 18th Street. The 2022 phase is from Russell Street to 2nd Street. Safety, underground utility improvements and visual enhancements along the roadway are key components of this project. The road will be completely reconstructed and several water main pipes and sanitary sewer pipes will be replaced. On-street parking will be eliminated and a median will be added to improve safety and traffic flow. New lighting, enhanced streetscaping, new bus stops and new sidewalks will vastly improve the route for pedestrians. Traffic will remain open throughout the project though left turns will be prohibited.

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49th Street Extension, Western Avenue to West Avenue Completion Date: 2022, Phases I & II Cost: $2.475 million A new route moving traffic east to west and helping alleviate congestion on 41st Street is closer to becoming reality. W. 49th Street will eventually be extended from Western Avenue to Minnesota Avenue; previously the road ended at a “T” at Western Avenue. This project is being tackled in phases, with the first one extending the road east from Western Avenue to West Avenue. It took several years for the City to acquire needed property to extend 49th Street from Western Avenue to Minnesota Avenue. Land along the new route includes undeveloped lots, some owned by the City and some by private developers, which will likely be built out with corridor construction. “It all came together and we’re thrilled to have started construction,” Berg said. In 2021, underground work was completed and the new road was graded. This year concrete pavement and landscaping will be completed. The next phase will extend 49th Street

east to Grange Avenue and will likely be under construction in late 2022 or 2023. The road will eventually be built east to Minnesota Avenue over a period of years and in conjunction with planned improvements to the Minnesota Avenue/ Interstate 229 interchange, done in partnership with the DOT.

Sycamore Avenue: 26th Street to 57th Street, 41st Street intersection Completion Date: November 2022 Cost: $6 million Sycamore Avenue is getting a facelift in 2022. In addition, the intersection of E. 41st Street and Sycamore Avenue will be widened. Medians will be added to provide safer turning movements and near 33rd Street the elevation will be graded to smooth out the road. This street is a good example of maintaining an existing road by adding fresh asphalt — which is a faster upgrade and less expensive than a total reconstruction. It will look like a brand-new road, Berg said, and lengthen the life of the road. Overlays are a great example of preventative maintenance and putting a two-inch mat on top will give another 10 years of life on that street.

Construction has already begun at the 49th Street and Western Avenue intersection. The project will extend 49th Street to West Avenue.

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Arrowhead Parkway

Phillips Avenue

Completion Date: November 2022

Completion Date: TBD

Estimated Cost: $18 million, anticipated to bid this spring

Estimated cost: May bid a portion of the project this spring

Arrowhead Parkway will be reconstructed to accommodate future growth, expanding to four lanes. The project will stretch from approximately Willow Run Golf Course west to one-quarter mile east of Veterans Parkway. The road will remain open except for periodic closures for installation of a box culvert. The intersection of Six Mile Road and Arrowhead Parkway will be reconfigured to make the turns at 90 degrees, which will make the intersection safer.

Businesses catering to both travelers and commerce are excited for the improvements expected to take place this year along Phillips Avenue between 8th and 10th streets. As of press time, the timeline and extent of this project is being reviewed due to cost factors and is subject to change. The plan includes a full reconstruct of Phillips Avenue along 8th to 10th streets and includes a little bit of River Road toward 9th Street. Work will take place under the road but the bigger visual impact will be the improvements to the streetscape. Amenities will be added that bolster the pedestrian experience downtown and improve walkability, Berg said. The Hotel on Phillips sits on the northeast corner of 9th Street and Phillips Avenue, and construction will take place on two sides of the property. Brenda Schmidt, President/CEO of Kelly Inns, said they are excited about the street and sidewalk project. Kelly Inns manages Hotel on Phillips, along with several other hotels across the city. “The work will enhance our downtown and our hotel. The City continues to make wonderful improvements to our downtown and the overall city which results in making it a wonderful place to live, work and visit,” Schmidt said. “Our visitors tell us daily what a wonderful city we have.” Schmidt gives credit to both City officials and the project engineering team, Stockwell Engineers, who met with them to explain the process and full details of the project and how it would impact Hotel on Phillips.

The City continues to make wonderful improvements to our downtown and the overall city which results in making it a wonderful place to live, work and visit.

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“We gave them our input and it was received very well. Sioux Falls continues to enhance its already very desirable city — to visit, live and work in, and we are proud to be a part of it all,” Schmidt said. Construction has been the norm for a while at The First National Bank in Sioux Falls as their main site at the southeast corner of 9th Street and Phillips Avenue has been enhanced on both the exterior and interior of their building. Improvements from the City will also enhance that intersection, said Bob Baker, Director of Corporate Affairs and Executive Vice President at The First National Bank in Sioux Falls. The plan also expands walkability and safety for bicyclists with shared lanes along 9th Street. “We are excited about the proposed improvements at 9th and Phillips and are looking forward to the new planters, lighting, decorative pavement and swings,” Baker said. “We are thrilled about reducing 9th Street to three lanes and expanding the sidewalk and seating space on the southside of Hotel on Phillips. This will be a wonderful connection point to the future greenway improvements on the river triangle property.”

Other construction projects: From slurry seal to asphalt street rehab, the City will also undertake repairs to various streets across the community to extend the life of those roads.

How to Stay in the Know About Road Construction:

“It’s important to make a nice smooth road for daily travelers and extend the life of the existing pavement,” Berg said.

large projects, the City works to keep affected

Future construction project planning and next phase design for current projects are also under development. The City’s website has an interactive map that shows planned projects at siouxfalls.org/public-works/street-construction.

Throughout the planning phases of many of its businesses and neighborhoods in the loop about how construction will impact them. “Public outreach piece is one of the most important aspects to each and every project we do,” Berg said. “Our design team tries to over communicate and hear the concerns of adjacent landowners, commuters and businesses. We typically maintain business access during construction.” There will be impacts to commuters and to businesses located along the construction areas, but the end game is to improve the situation for all parties involved, Berg said. The City’s website — siouxfalls.org/public-works/street-construction — is a great resource to find updates on current projects, future projects and the status of bids. You can also sign up to receive email updates

Far left is a current view of Phillips Avenue looking south from 8th Street. Center is a rendering of what possible improvements to this downtown area could look like.

about specific projects. The information is prepared by consultants and City staff.

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Business Advocacy

97th legislative session concludes South Dakota’s 97th Legislative Session has passed. The “main run” of the session is nine consecutive weeks that starts in January and ends in mid-March. The Legislature took a two week break and returned on March 28 for the final day of legislative session – often referred to as Veto Day. Every legislative session is driven by rules and deadlines to keep the process moving and to ensure the legislature gets their work done in a timely manner. In addition, every session has unique influences (drivers) that affect the process.

Debra Owen

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber lobbied on more than 30 bills this session

The 97th Session had its share of unique drivers, which can be broken down into three primary areas. First, the legislature appropriated the most money for a single year in our state history. Second, the legislature dropped a much higher number of bills and resolutions than it has in years past. This resulted in a much higher workload for the legislature. Third, there was increased tension between the some of the Republican legislators and the Governor’s office. To be clear, there is always tension between the branches of government, but this year there was a deeper divide. This session’s tug-of-war was heightened by philosophical policy differences that played out publicly in the committee hearings and in the news or on social media. Moreover, there are two representatives who are seeking higher office: one is running for Governor and the other for South Dakota’s lone Congressional seat. Even with those additional challenges, the legislature took action on all of the 633 bills and resolutions and passed a balanced budget in a timely manner. The Chamber lobbied on more than 30 bills this session. They included: • Workforce Housing: the Governor announced a $200 million workforce housing program last December. Her plan included grants that would have matching contributions from the municipality and local developer. Working with the Governor, the Legislature bought a bill that moved $100 million from the Governor’s proposal to the South Dakota Housing Authority to create a revolving fund for workforce housing, not low-income housing. The legislative process lent itself to further iterations of the workforce housing investment. In the end, the $200 million went to the South Dakota Housing Authority for workforce housing. • Dakota State University Cyber-research Initiative: Secured $30 million in state funds, which will combine with $60 million private funds to assist with DSU’s cyber program expansion. • USD Discovery District biomedical research park: Appropriated $15 million in state funds, which will be combined with $10 million private funds to allow USD to move forward with construction of a new biomedical innovation facility. • Southeast Technical College Health Sciences Simulation Center: Secured $4.5 million in state funds for the purpose of purchasing equipment for the new health sciences simulation center. The facility has $6.5 million in private funds. • National Guard Readiness Center and State Veteran’s Road upgrade ($24 million). There were many more bills that the Chamber lobbied on or monitored. A comprehensive list of the bills that Chamber followed and analysis of the session will be provided in our Annual Legislative Report, which will be released later this month. The legislative process is messy, but an amazing process and South Dakota does it well. If you happen to see your legislators, or anyone serving in elected office, please take a moment to thank them. It is a tough job, and they deserve our thanks. In addition, there will be a primary in June. Our legislature is comprised of 105 South Dakotan’s who take the time from their work to serve part-time in Pierre. If you are so inclined, reach out and support your legislators who are running for office. If you want to know how your legislators voted on issues of importance to the business community, the Chamber’s Legislative Scorecard will be out in a few weeks. This legislative session marked my 10th year of lobbying full-time in the halls of the Capitol. It has been an honor to represent businesses in our region – both large and small. Thank you to the Chamber’s Issues Management Council, Legislative Issues Committee and the Chamber’s Board of Directors. Your leadership and guidance have provided for the Chamber’s success this year!

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DE&I Activator Series concludes A program that supports businesses pursuing diversity, equity and inclusion goals has concluded its first year. The DE&I Activator Series held the final webinar of its inaugural series in March and will formally recognize program participants at a gathering later this month.

to build on the content of the previous session. Participants began the year by reviewing the business case for DE&I programming, then explored topics such as creating a DE&I team, organizational assessments, crafting a strategy, and understanding unconscious bias, inclusive leadership and cultural competence.

Through the DE&I Activator Series, participants have had the opportunity to explore key concepts, strategies, mindsets and skill sets that boost their knowledge of how to activate a diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) culture shift in their workplace.

A total of 372 people participated in at least one session, and 159 people participated in at least half of the sessions offered. Fifty-four individuals completed all 11 sessions of the series and will be designated as DE&I Activators. They will be formally recognized for their achievement on April 21 during a ceremony to be held at Southeast Technical College.

The virtual webinar series was crafted in direct response to demand from the business community for DE&I programming. Participation in the series reflected that demand, as 266 unique companies or organizations had an employee participate in at least one session. The DE&I Activator Series was structured as a series of 11 webinars, held monthly via Zoom. The curriculum offered concrete application strategies to help a workplace envision its DE&I goals and identify steps for implementation. The topics were structured

Funding for the DE&I Activator Series was provided by Forward Sioux Falls, whose 2026 initiative includes a portion designated for innovative programming that focuses on diversity, equity and inclusion. The Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce partnered with Pathways to Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces to develop and deliver the curriculum.

DE&I Activators These individuals completed all 11 sessions of the DE&I Activator series.* They will be formally recognized on April 21, 2022. Jen Adix, Minnehaha County

Tiffany Miller, Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz, & Smith, LLP

Mekonnen Afa, University of Sioux Falls

Lori Montis, Minnehaha County Human Services

Jessica Ashton, Alternative HR, LLC

Katy Morris, EmBe

Amy Baete, Sanford Health

Cassie Nagel, Children’s Home Society of South Dakota

Tina Baker, Avera Health

Molly O’Connor, Lemonly

Cassondra Breuer, Get-N-Go

Lisa Olson, RAS/OHARA, LLC

Willete Capers, Augustana University

Andy Patterson, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation

Alex Clark, Sonstegard Foods Company, Inc.

Nan Poppen, First Bank & Trust

Sarah Crist, OHARA, LLC

Corey Pospisil, Shur-Co, LLC

Nate Dally, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation

Marcella Prokop, Southeast Technical College

Teresa DeBoer, RAS

Barbi Roberts, Goal Investment Group, Inc.

Beth Dobbs, RAS

Dawn Sackett, Missouri River Energy Services

Kayla Eitreim, Junior Achievement of South Dakota

Brenda Schmidt, Levo Credit Union

Amy Fierro, Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C.

Sarah Siemonsma, Avera Health

Jane Hannestad, City of Sioux Falls

Kylee Sivertson, Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota

Heather Hansen, Allstate

Danyell Skillman, RAS

Monique Vanden Heuvel, TranSource Truck and Equipment, Inc.

Richard Sorenson, Wells Fargo Bank

Pete Hoesing, Dakota State University

Whitney Stanga, Olson Oil Company

Erica Hunter, RAS Tasha Jurrens, First PREMIER Bank Faith Minnich Kjesbo, Avera Health Angela Lammers, Cetera Services LLC Jana Lane, City of Yankton Travis Letellier, University of South Dakota Rocky Long, RAS Catherine McGlown, MetaBank & Meta Financial Group Lori Meyer, Olson Oil Company

Walter Southwood, NOLS Vikki Stingley, Volunteers of America, Dakotas Sharla Svennes, City of Sioux Falls Renee Trisco, Avera Health Lisa Turner, RAS Maurine Ulmer, Sammons Financial Group Nancy Walker, Southwest Health and Human Services Jody Wilson, Sanford Health Harriet Yocum, ESC/Pathways To Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces *Completed as of March 14, 2022

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Local election set for April 12 Sioux Falls residents will select leaders for the city in an election to be held Tuesday, April 12, 2022. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. If required, runoff elections will occur on Tuesday, May 3. On the ballot this year is the office of Mayor, along with four seats on the City Council: At-Large A, At-Large B, Southeast and Central Districts. The Chamber encourages all residents to learn about the candidates seeking office and to exercise their right to vote on April 12. Profiles of the candidates can be found at chambernews.com. Public forums organized by the Chamber also provide opportunities to get to know the candidates. In partnership with the AARP South Dakota, The Argus Leader and Dakota News Now, the Chamber will host a Mayoral Candidate Forum on Monday, April 4 at 5 p.m. at the Washington Pavilion’s Belbas Theater. It is free to attend and open to the public. The event will also be livestreamed and rebroadcast at 9 p.m. on FOX Sioux Falls. In addition, the Chamber plans to host a City Council forum featuring any races that advance to a run-off. This event is tentatively scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on April 27 at Carnegie Townhall. Visit siouxfallschamber.com for the latest information.

2022 Sioux Falls Election Information Election Day: April 12 Runoff Election: May 3 Start of Terms: May 17

2022 Municipal Candidates: Mayor Paul TenHaken Taneeza Islam David Zokaites

At-Large A Sarah Cole Janet Brekke Bobbi Andrea

At-Large B Pam Cole Rich Merkouris

Southeast District Cody Ingle David Barranco

Central District Jim Burzynski Emmett Reistroffer Curt Soehl

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A rendering of the future Furniture Mission facility on the Empower Campus.

A Place of Grace

Furniture Mission launches Community Appeal Campaign By Mike Lynch

For most residents in the Sioux Falls area, little thought is given to living in a furnished home with items such as a kitchen table for their family to enjoy dinner or a bed to call their own. However, what is customary for many is often a struggle for some. For these individuals, the cycle of poverty, along with other societal factors create a significant barrier to acquire basic needs and possessions. Fortunately, we live in a community with caring people and impactful organizations whose services lift up individuals and families in need and provide them with an opportunity to succeed. The Furniture Mission of South Dakota is one such organization. The Furniture Mission believes a comfortable home provides dignity, security and a better environment in which to raise a family. They provide crucial assistance with gently used furniture and household items to 125-150 families per month. The Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce Community Appeals Committee has endorsed and scheduled the Furniture Mission for a capital campaign from April 1-July 31, 2022. The campaign seeks to raise $1.25 million to help fund the purchase of land and a new facility at the Empower Campus, located on the former site of the South Dakota School for the Deaf. 32 Chamber News | APRIL 2022

Funds raised from the “Place of Grace Community Campaign” will expand services, facilitate efficiencies for the donation process and allow for enhanced networking/client service opportunities with other non-profit organizations—especially those also to be located at the Empower Campus. The Furniture Mission contributes to creating supportive, positive environments for families who are at a low point in their lives and struggling to afford housing. Rising housing costs and market scarcity compound these challenges. Poverty’s effect on adults leads to less safe communities through increased substance abuse, mental health issues, crime and neglect. The effects are even more profound for children and can include decreased early developmental progress, lower test scores and school performance, as well as problems with social behavior and mental health.

Executive Director Janean Michalov said that a furnished home can lead to positive social, educational, emotional and economic outcomes for parents and their children. “If Sioux Falls is to continue to grow and thrive, we need to lift everyone up in the community to make a better future for us all.”

“Transforming houses into homes is the Furniture Mission’s vision statement and it couldn’t be more true,” Sehr said. “I’ve personally helped deliver furniture to households in need. It’s plausible to assume that furniture and household goods may not be a critical need, but once you have witnessed that impact, it’s clear to see it is.”

New training and mentorship programs will be offered at the new facility by utilizing a woodshop and quilting room as a way to empower youth and young adults to develop a volunteer mindset and learn skills to help them achieve a life free from poverty. Among the 31,000 families served since the organization’s inception in 2003, the 0-17 age bracket is the most common.

Paul Hollister volunteers because it aligns with his personal values of helping those in need. “After hearing about the upcoming move and knowing how it would help the Furniture Mission’s expanded vision, I knew I had to be a part of it,” said Hollister. “With the move to the Empower Campus creating an opportunity to serve more people, centralize their operations and begin a mentorship program to help build the next generation of doers, thinkers and volunteers, I couldn’t imagine a more important project to be a part of!”

“The dream of this building is that the 1,500 kids that we put in toddler beds this year become the 1,500 kids that we mentor and eventually become volunteers for the years to come,” Michalov said. Due to limited staff, The Furniture Mission relies heavily on volunteers. In addition to those who routinely assist, over 100 new individuals offer their time on a monthly basis. Furniture Mission Board Vice President Damon Sehr is drawn to the organization’s profound mission and the significant impact it has upon individuals and families.

The Community Appeals Committee encourages Chamber members to contribute to the Place of Grace Community Campaign. For more information, visit furnituremission.org.

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Using Your Membership

Annual Business Fair returns

Booth Space available

By Holly Rader Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce

After a two-year hiatus, the Chamber’s annual Business Fair and Membership Mixer will return this year. The event will be held at Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort on Tuesday, June 7, 4:30-7 p.m. The Business Fair and Membership Mixer combines the traditional monthly Mixer with the opportunity for attendees to visit booths and learn about the products and services of Chamber member businesses. A limited number of booth spaces are available to reserve on a firstcome, first-served basis. Only businesses with a Chamber membership in good standing may reserve a booth. The cost is $100.

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In addition, booth vendors are asked to supply a door prize to be given away at the end of the evening. Event attendees will be encouraged to bring business cards to register for prizes and to visit all of the booths at the Business Fair. Booth reservations are now being accepted and are expected to sell out. For more information on how to participate as a vendor, or to reserve your booth, contact Teresa Schreier at (605) 373-2050 or tschreier@siouxfalls.com.

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Promote your business in Chamber News. Contact Steven Herman at (605) 373-2013 or chambernews@siouxfalls.com.

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Why women belong in construction by Elizabeth Duffy As Regan Duvall walked into the first class for her new major at South Dakota State University, she stopped short. The entire classroom was filled with men. She was not surprised – it was a construction class after all – but she froze in the doorway. “It was like the scene in western movies where the outlaw walks into the bar and the music stops,” she reflects. To her relief, Regan heard a friendly voice and saw a hand waving her over. “One friendly person can really make a difference,” said Duvall, now Safety & Quality Control Director at Jans Corporation. “After that first class, fitting in was never a big challenge,” she remembers. But that was college, where half the construction management faculty were women, including the dean. In the national workforce, only 11% of those in the construction industry are women, Regan Duvall and a fraction of those women work in the Jans Corporation field. A profession so vastly dominated by one gender lends itself to stereotypes, which opens the door to discrimination against those in the minority. Duvall’s first experience with discrimination came within her first three months of employment. While she was visiting a job site, a subcontractor made a vulgar comment to her. “I was mortified,” she said, “but I didn’t tell anyone.” Duvall was unsure of how her employer would react. On one hand, they might not support her. On the other hand, they might decide hiring women was not worth the headache of protecting them. Duvall saw it as a lose-lose situation at the time. As she progressed in her career, Duvall had many more similar experiences. Eventually, she started speaking up. With the support of her employer, Duvall felt empowered and reframed her own thinking. “Instead of standing up for myself, I think of it like I’m standing up for the next young woman that comes to work in the industry,” she said. In addition to support from her employer, Duvall benefitted from joining the Greater Sioux Falls chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). Chapter Secretary Karen Krietlow sites NAWIC’s motto of leading builders, building leaders as central to their purpose.

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“When I joined NAWIC, what I found from it was a passion for helping other women in the industry, and a great place to learn how to be a good leader,” said Krietlow, who works as a Project Assistant for Muth Electric, Inc. The NAWIC chapter meets monthly, arranging educational and hands-on activities like job site tours or plumbing projects for their forty-three members. Karen Krietlow Krietlow recognizes there are common Muth Electric, Inc. misconceptions about who can or should work in construction, but she feels confident construction is a viable career choice for anyone looking for a good opportunity.

“Many women want to do something with their hands, and they want to be able to provide for their families better than they have been,” said Krietlow. A self-described busy body, Duvall couldn’t stand the thought of a desk job. “I’ve been into building and making and creating since I was little,” she said. While construction was a natural fit for her interests, Duvall understands the importance of a diverse workforce. “If everyone was a left-brained thinker, you would end up with the most ugly, boring, uncomfortable buildings that were practical, and if everyone was right-brained, it would be a nightmare to build,” she said. “So when you look at what all goes into construction […], you truly need all different types of people.” While there was a time in history when physical strength was a requirement for construction work, things have changed. “We have the tools and equipment so all ages, all genders, and all abilities can do the work,” said Duvall. Employers can do their part to create a safe environment for women by enforcing robust anti-discrimination policies with both employees and subcontractors. Duvall suggests employers discuss their policies in the interview process so prospective employees know what to expect. But first, construction companies should ensure their job descriptions and employment advertisements are inclusive to candidates of all genders and abilities. Working in construction gives people the opportunity to have pride in their work. “You can drive around Sioux Falls and say ‘I helped build that building,’” said Krietlow. “It’s great to be a part of the growth of Sioux Falls.”

Member Voice

Is safety an expense or an investment? Do you think of safety as an expense or do you feel you are investing in your workforce? Tough question…or is it? I challenge you to consider that your investment in safety is a profit center. If you invest in safety, you invest in your company’s future. A safety investment commitment and creating a strong safety culture that leads to a safe work environment will provide a huge return on your investment! What is the cost of shutting down your business for a period of time or finding and training a replacement employee? This is true whether you are a big manufacturing operation or a small business. Tim Peterson OECS

...consider that your investment in safety is a profit center

How do you invest in safety? Start with why. Why even have a safety program? Is it simply a necessity; something you must do to comply with OSHA requirements? Is it followed only when convenient? The goal of your safety program should be to provide a safe environment for your workers so that they can return home to their families every day, uninjured. Take a good look at your company’s safety culture or lack thereof. It is often the key element in discovering where things could go wrong. Does your company have a commitment or a belief as to how safety will benefit everyone? If not, that is your starting point. Is someone assigned the responsibility of overseeing safety or is it simply added on to a job description? Remember: your culture drives your actions! So, you need to ensure that everyone believes in and is working towards the same goal. The involvement of leadership is critical. You cannot just hand it off. Everyone needs to be involved, from the top leadership to the factory floor or jobsite, everyone plays a role in a company’s safety culture. Serious consideration should be given to setting your safety policy, designing an onboarding procedure for all employees, implementing a training program and instilling a safety culture. Employees need to be empowered to recognize safety concerns and to report them. The safety procedures need to be enforced and reinforced until they are part of a daily routine. Review your OSHA 300 log for the last year or two. Where have injuries occurred and what was the “root cause” of those accidents? Was it the lack of training? Education through safety training, toolbox talks and safety audits (with coaching), is an investment in your employee. This includes areas of how to use equipment correctly and safely, insuring operators are trained and understand hazards that they might incur and prevent them from creating an accident. Educating all workers so they have a safety culture attitude will drive their actions to perform tasks safely and as trained. Another step in educating employees is making sure everyone considers safety as part of their job, looking for unsafe conditions and unsafe acts. When you are continuously working towards safety goals, you will see unsafe conditions and unsafe acts disappear, as well as accidents. If there is less downtime and time away from work due to injury, you can focus on making your business more profitable. Your investment in safety can have a huge return. 1. Sending your workers home every day unhurt. 2. Providing a safe worksite. 3. Reducing your work comp costs. 4. Not having to pay penalties for non-compliance. 5. Being recognized as a safe company. 6. Not having to tell a family that their “loved one” was injured or worse. Investment or Expense? Really an easy choice! Tim Peterson, CHST, is vice president of sales/operations for OECS. He has performed thousands of employee trainings and audits during his 25-year tenure with the company. Peterson manages field operations throughout the Midwest, helping clients manage their regulatory issues with his extensive experience.

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Here for You

SINCE 1872

When First Dakota National Bank opened its doors in 1872, it became the first fully chartered bank of the Dakota Territory. Our founders sought to serve their fellow settlers and business owners around Yankton, a promising little town built on the banks of the Missouri River. These were exciting times — businesses, farms, and families all coming together to build a new life. 2022 marks First Dakota’s 150th anniversary, the first sesquicentennial of any South Dakota bank. Certainly, a lot has changed since 1872. We’ve added more than twenty new locations across South Dakota and Nebraska, and we’ve upgraded our services to better serve our customers. But First Dakota is still a community bank at its core. We rely on our communities just like they rely on us. That’s why we’re spending the year celebrating South Dakota — giving back to the communities that have traveled with us all these years. Join the celebration all year long at www.firstdakota.com/150.

SCAN ME TO LEARN MORE Member FDIC

Ford F-150® Giveaway What better way to commemorate 150 years than by giving away new Ford F-150s? Help us identify a few worthy recipients by nominating someone you know at www.firstdakota.com/150. Terms & conditions apply. See official giveaway rules at www.firstdakota.com/150.

A Toast to South Dakotans We teamed up with Ben’s Brewing Co. in Yankton to craft new beers for South Dakotans everywhere. Dakota Thirst and Cash Flow are available right now at local establishments. See the full list at www.firstdakotabeer.com.

Ribbon Cuttings

The Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce offers a ribbon cutting ceremony or member spotlight video for members to celebrate joining the Chamber, milestone anniversaries, expansions or remodels. The public and all Chamber members are invited to share in the celebration. Call (605) 336-1620 for more information or to schedule your event. Groundbreaking ceremonies are coordinated by the Sioux Falls Development Foundation. Call (605) 339-0103 for more information or to schedule your event.

Budget Blinds

828 S. Highline Place budgetblinds.com The Sioux Falls location of Budget Blinds is the sixth largest in volume out of 1,900 locations in the United States, making them the largest window coverings dealer in the state of South Dakota. L to R: Kyle Weise, Natalie Eisenberg, Adam Balding (owner), Tara Balding (owner), Lucas Fiegen, April Meyerink, Julie Nelson and Abby Schultz. NEW LOCATION

Chick-fil-A Empire Place

4005 W. 41st St. cfaempireplace.com Chick-fil-A Empire Place is a locally owned and operated restaurant serving the Sioux Falls community. L to R: Jennifer James, Nathan Stallinga, Lenn Patterson George, Jay Soukup, James Gaspar, Jeremiah Heiser (owner), Kristin Hoefert-Redlinger and Thom Moore.

NEW MEMBER

Crawford’s Bar & Grill

214 S. Phillips Ave. crawfordssf.com Crawford’s is an upscale restaurant in the heart of Sioux Falls embracing South Dakota’s love for entertaining, food and hospitality. L to R: Lincoln Ode, Paul Ode (owner), Daniel Meyers, Alex Ramirez, Calvin Ode, Lynda Billars, Nichelle Lund and Tyler Ode.

NEW MEMBER

Family Service, Inc.

2210 W. Brown Place sdfsi.org Family Service, Inc. is a non-denominational, community-based non-profit professional counseling agency helping individuals, couples and families. L to R: Lela Steffes, Nathan Stallinga, David Bell (executive director), Nichelle Lund, Tracey Quint, Lucas Fiegen, Lynda Billars, Kameron Nelson and Todd Herrboldt. NEW MEMBER

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Jer Events

NEW LOCATION

2101 W. Industrial St., Tea, SD 57064 jerevents.com From high end weddings and top level conventions to corporate and private parties, and helping nonprofits, Jer Events works hard to provide a high level of service and creativity like none other. L to R: Anna Jankord, Mayor Paul TenHaken, Sienna Brech, Chris Schall , David Holmquist, Jay Soukup, Sara Brech, Tony Nelson, Jeremy Brech (owner), Kayla Eitreim, Kristin Hoefert-Redlinger, Andrea Carstensen, Addison Brech, Rhonda Brech Drefs and Norah Brech.

JJ’s Axes & Ales

3016 W 57th St. jjsaxes.com JJ’s Axes & Ales is thriving in its new home, now with an expanded game room offering pool, darts and video lottery in addition to knife and axe throwing. L to R: Barry Milbauer, Carrie Dragt, April Meyerink, Tyson Ferrari, Craig Fischer, Tom Slattery (owner), Kristin HoefertRedlinger, Nathan Stallinga and Dominick Novatz. NEW MEMBER

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Ribbon Cuttings

Natural Stone Manufacturers, Inc.

2312 W. 69th St., Suite 150 naturalstonemanufacterers.com Natural Stone Manufacturers Inc. specializes in cutting natural stone thin veneer for residential and commercial products. They also offer turnkey services in EIFS, Brick, and Block. L to R: Shannon Guyer Megan Kjose, Lynda Billars, Angela Lammers, Paul Guyer, Brock DeVries, Megan Jansick, Cindi Johnson and Caleb Dillon. NEW MEMBER

SIR By Vanessens

430 E. 8th St. sirbyvanessens.com SIR By Vanessens offers luxury men’s grooming including cuts, shaves, beard shaping, facial waxing, manicures, pedicures, facials, body waxing and massage. L to R: Dani Crawthorne, Justin Zandstra, Nikki Wood (owner), Dan Doyle, David Johnson, Gloria Kolbeck (owner), Lynda Billars, Biz Word and Alexis Konstant Mahlen. NEW MEMBER

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Membership

New Members

New members are printed in each issue of Chamber News. Following is a list of businesses or individuals who have invested in the greater community by joining the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. An online Membership Directory can be found at siouxfallschamber.com. Want to become a member? Call (605) 336-1620.

3D Midwest, LLC

JJ’s Axes & Ales

Select Specialty Hospital – South Dakota

Barnhart Crane and Rigging

JN Enterprises Inc.

Sioux Metro Growth Alliance

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Beyond

Jason W. Freeman, LLC

SIR by Vanessens

Lucky’s

State Farm Insurance – Tate Teveldal

Pamela Cole

Strategic Retirement Partners

Pancheros Mexican Grill

UPS Stores

Specialty Retail Tommy Kunz, (605) 846-5721 2601 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 105, 57105 3dmidwest.com

Heavy Equipment Justin King, (605) 367-1665 3604 W. Hovland Drive, 57107 barnhartcrane.com

Real Estate-Residential Breck Miller, (605) 413-7522 5915 Remington Place, Suite 100, 57108 bhgrebeyond.com

Coldwell Banker – Tony Bachman Group Real Estate-Residential Tony Bachman, (605) 201-5998 800 S. 7th Ave., 57104 cbsiouxfalls.com

Dave and Buster's

Entertainment Services Jared Hilliard, (605) 740-2100 2690 S. Lorraine Place, 57106 daveandbusters.com

European Wax Center

Salons & Spas Alicia Wagner, (605) 550-2716 4019 W. 41st St., 57106 waxcenter.com

Faces of Sioux Falls Magazine

Publications Mike Dragosavich, (701) 478-7768 4609 33rd Ave. S., Suite 304, Fargo, ND 58104 spotlightmediafargo.com

Entertainment Services Tom Slattery, (605) 275-2937 3016 W. 57th St., 57108 jjsaxes.com

Heavy Equipment Justin Noteboom, (605) 359-9235 3916 N. Potsdam Ave., 57104 jnenterprisesinc.com

Professional Development & Training Jason Freeman, (619) 823-8536 2522 W. 41st St., 57105 jasonwfreeman.com

Bars and Breweries Erica Mullaly, (605) 941-3555 122 S. Phillips Ave., Suite 300, 57104 luckysdowntown.com

Associate Member Pamela Cole, (605) 695-1996 coleforcouncil.com

Restaurants Patrick Miller, (605) 271-2544 4824 S. Louise Ave., 57106 pancheros.com

Hospitals Scott Hargens, (605) 312-9520 1305 W. 18th St., 57105 selectspecialtyhospitals.com

Associate Member Jesse Fonkert, (605) 679-7149 196 E. 6th St., Suite 200, 57104 siouxmetro.com

Salons & Spas Gloria Kolbeck, (605) 275-9100 430 E. 8th St., 57103 sirbyvanessens.com

Financial Services Tate Teveldal, (605) 305-5444 5322 E. Arrowhead Parkway, 57110 insurance605.com

Employee Benefits Joe Brummel, (605) 305-4296 srpretire.com

Business and Professional Services Dennis Cromwell, (605) 330-9606 2601 S. Minnesota Ave., #105, 57105 locations.theupsstore.com/sd/sioux-falls

RE/MAX Professionals – Caroline Remillard

Affiliate-Real Estate Caroline Remillard, (804) 901-1035

Rudy M. Navarrete’s Tex-Mexican Food Restaurants Rudy M. Navarrete, (712) 574-7839

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Membership

Member Anniversaries Congratulations to the following members who are celebrating their milestone membership anniversaries this month. They are part of a continued commitment to our community through their investment in the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. To learn more about Chamber membership, contact (605) 336-1620 or gsfcc@siouxfalls.com. Find a complete Membership Directory online at siouxfallschamber.com.

Founding Members

35 Years

Concrete lgeverist.com Member since 1920

Restaurants arbys.com

L.G. Everist, Inc.

Wells Fargo Bank Banks wellsfargo.com Member since 1907

50 Years

Holiday Inn City Centre

Arby’s Restaurants

25 Years

Empire Building Construction

Specialty Retail haegleswest.com

Industrial Equipment & Supply

Building & Remodeling empireconst.com

Soukup Construction, Inc. Contractors soukupconstruction.com

45 Years

30 Years

Plumbing

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Nursing Home, Assisted & Independent Living sunnycrestvillage.com

Core & Main LP

Hotels & Motels sfcchotel.com

R & L Supply, Ltd.

Sunnycrest Retirement Village

Spherion Staffing & Recruitment Services Employment Agency spherion.com/siouxfalls

Haegle’s Western Wear & Tack Sales & Marketing Executives, Inc. of Sioux Falls Associations smesiouxfalls.org

Tamarack Materials, Inc. Building Materials tamarackmaterials.com

20 Years ADwërks

Marketing/Advertising Agencies adwerks.com

Butterfly House & Aquarium Associate Member butterflyhousemarinecove.org

The Everist Company Building & Remodeling

Hope Haven International Ministries Religious Organizations hopehaven.org

Primrose Retirement Community Nursing Home, Assisted & Independent Living primroseretirement.com

Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues Society Associate Member sfjb.org

South Dakota Trust Company Trust Companies sdtrustco.com

Unlimited Electronic Lifestyles (UEL) - Home Theatre Store Electronics & Appliances myuel.com

15 Years

ADP (Automatic Data Processing, Inc.)

Payment Processing Services

Beatch Construction, LLC

Faith Family Church

Sioux Falls Sleep Center

Midwest Land Surveying, Inc.

St. Michael Cemetery

Associate Member faithfamilychurch.com

Surveying midwestlandsurverying.com

10 Years

American Family Insurance Scott Nowak Agency Insurance & Benefits scottnowakagency.com

Face It TOGETHER Associate Member wefaceittogether.org

Kut & Kill Lawn Care & Pest Control

Building & Remodeling beatchconstruction.com

Lawn & Snow kutandkill.com

Bender Commercial Real Estate - Nick Gustafson

Pinnacle Productions, Inc.

Affiliate-Real Estate benderco.com

Entertainment Services pinnacleprodj.com

FIRST YEAR REINVESTORS

Clinics siouxfallssleep.com

Bella Rosa Flower Market Florists bellarosamarket.com

Associate Member stmichaelcemeterysf.com

Dugan Sales & Service Specialty Retail dugansalesandservice.com

5 Years

ELO CPAs & Advisors

Mutual of America

Certified Public Accountants elocpa.com

Hollywood Style of Sioux Falls Salons & Spas hollywoodstyle01.com

Keller Williams Realty Sioux Falls Sue Anderson Affiliate-Real Estate

Smith Development Company, LLC

Insurance & Benefits mutualofamerica.com

OdeCo LLC Contractors odeco-sd.com/

Sioux Falls Skatepark Association Recreation & Amusement lets-skate.com

Contractors smithdevelopmentco.com

Rude Transportation Inc. Trucking & Transit rudetransportation.com

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Five Questions

Five questions is a monthly feature on a Chamber volunteer, Chamber member or staff member. Want to be featured here? Call (605) 336-1620.

Five questions with Dr. Joe Moen Dr. Joe Moen is a chiropractor and the owner of Origin Health Chiropractic & Wellness. He earned his undergraduate degree from University of Sioux Falls and a doctorate in chiropractic from Northwestern Health Science University. Joe met his wife, Kelsey, while attending USF. They have two children, Olivia and Timothy.

Why does Origin Health choose to invest in a Chamber membership? We believe we have a responsibility to support the health and wellness of our surrounding community, and the local business community is a vital partner in creating a city full of people who are thriving. Without the stability and support of local businesses, a population quickly falls apart. We recognize that we can impact more people to the second and third degree by supporting our local businesses.

How did you choose your profession?

Dr. Joe Moen

Origin Health Chiropractic & Wellness

Visit chambernews.com for more questions with Joe

I found myself headed to chiropractic school after learning first-hand about the power that a healthy diet and lifestyle can have not only on physical pain and symptoms, but also emotionally, mentally and relationally as well. I was sick for many years through high school and college, and it was through eating real food, movement and prioritizing stress reduction that I began to finally understand what it felt like to “feel good.” Chiropractic offered me a great avenue to share that experience and those strategies with patients who might be looking for alternative ways to take their healthcare into their own hands. I haven’t looked back!

What is the best piece of advice you have received? My father-in-law once told me: “Just do something, even if it’s wrong.” He was trying to say that action, moving forward, and doing is always better than getting stuck in the mud going back and forth on a decision. That precious time spent being indecisive would be better served working towards a goal and learning the lessons along the way. You can always pivot if needed, but nothing gets accomplished sitting in one place.

What might someone be surprised to learn about you? All the clients, friends and family who give me such a hard time for trying to eat healthy most of the time might be surprised to learn that I have an insatiable sweet tooth. A box of cookies doesn’t last long in the Moen household, and I would be lying if I said it was because of my kids!

What is a skill that you’d like to learn and why? I would love to learn how to cook – and I mean really learn how to cook. I would love to learn knife skills, how to combine ingredients to make something out of nothing, and of course, how to flame a pan so I look like I know what I am doing, too.

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