August 2015 Chamber News magazine by Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce

Chamber News August 2015

Vol. 50, No. 11

A PUBLICATION OF THE SIOUX FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

2015

Aug. 20, 2015

Crossroads Summit provides development opportunities for all ages

PRESENTED BY:

A PROGRAM OF THE SIOUX FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

IN THIS ISSUE COVER STORY

Summit shares development opportunities for all ages ...................................................... 24-29 FEATURES

The Second City to perform at Annual Meeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Leadership Sioux Falls-30 applications due Aug. 14 . . . . . . . . . . . 35 IN EVERY ISSUE: Message from the Chair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Events Calendars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 Economic Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Noteworthy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Faces & Places. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-22 Community Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Business Advocacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31 Headlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-35 Convention & Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Chamber Partner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Mind Your Small Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Business News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-43 Ribbon Cuttings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-49 New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Membership Anniversaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Five Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-53 From the Archives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

Chamber, other organizations, help Sioux Falls raise the bar I see a sense of optimism and confidence in our community. Our city is on track to set another record year in construction permits. Our weekends — and weeknights — are full of activities and events for visitors and residents alike. There’s never been a better time to live and work in the Sioux Falls area.

DANA DYKHOUSE 2014-15 Chair of the Board

... it’s a lot of smaller things added together that have a positive impact on our community’s progress.

One of the reasons Sioux Falls continues to host great events and attract more residents and business expansions is that we don’t rest. Your Chamber of Commerce, along with other government and community organizations, continues to raise the bar on our expectations and then backs it up with our accomplishments. It’s not just any one thing that makes this happen — it’s a lot of smaller things added together that have a positive impact on our community’s progress. One example is our Young Professionals Network — a key initiative in our Chamber’s Leadership Development efforts. This group has grown to more than 1,000 members and will host its third Crossroads Summit one-day conference this month. I invite you to attend the Crossroads Summit on Aug. 20 — it may be hosted by YPN but is open to all. The lineup of keynote speakers and breakout sessions is top-notch. Your Chamber is proud to organize this affordable event that provides great networking opportunities and speakers who provide personal and professional development. Last month’s issue featured our successful Leadership Sioux Falls program as it’s on the cusp of its 30th year. This is an important leadership development program in our community and one of my favorite programs that the Chamber puts on. Applications for the 30th class are due this month, so please be sure to meet the Aug. 14 deadline if you’re interested in participating. We talk a lot about our advocacy efforts at the local and state levels, but we also focus on federal issues, too. During the next 30 days, we’ll host South Dakota’s Congressional delegation as part of our Inside Washington series. This is an informative opportunity for you as members to hear first-hand from our elected officials at the federal level. You can read more about our federal advocacy efforts on pages 30-31.

Our Convention & Visitors Bureau continues to be busy traveling to trade shows and conventions promoting the city and its amenities. They have booked a number of new events with more to be announced. This Labor Day weekend our city will host the Sioux Falls GreatLIFE Challenge at Willow Run — a part of the 2015 Symetra Tour Road to the LPGA. There are a number of great volunteer opportunities and chances to see top-notch golf. Enjoy the rest of your summer and know that your Chamber continues to work for progress in all areas of our community.

2014-15 SIOUX FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEADERSHIP AND STAFF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CHAIR DANA DYKHOUSE First PREMIER Bank CHAIR-ELECT PAUL BRUFLAT CNA Surety VICE CHAIR DAVE KAPASKA, D.O. Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center TREASURER J. TYLER HAAHR Metabank IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR KEITH SEVERSON Eide Bailly LLP PRESIDENT/CEO EVAN NOLTE Chamber of Commerce BOARD OF DIRECTORS RANDY BURY Sanford Health RUTH CHRISTOPHERSON Citi JULIE DARRINGTON CenturyLink GARY GASPAR Interstate Office Products JOHN HENKHAUS The Everist Company JAY HUIZENGA KELO-TV DEAN KARSKY Farmers Insurance Group/Karsky Agency BETTY OLDENKAMP Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota DAN RYKHUS Raven Industries TIM STURDEVANT Sturdevant’s Auto Parts ROB TEKOLSTE Sammons Financial Group/ Midland National Life Insurance Co. BOBBI THURY Cutler Law Firm STEVE VANBUSKIRK VanBuskirk Companies ANITA WETSCH Don Dunham III Real Estate

EX-OFFICIO KENT ALBERTY Sioux Falls School Board CINDY HEIBERGER Minnehaha County Commission MAYOR MIKE HUETHER City of Sioux Falls BRIAN MAHER Superintendent, Sioux Falls Public School System JIM SCHMIDT Lincoln County Commission ROBERT WEHDE Sioux Falls Catholic Schools CHAMBER & CVB STAFF EVAN NOLTE President/CEO CLAY BAK CVB Sales Manager THANE BARNIER Web Development & IT Manager MATT BARTHEL CVB First Impressions/Project Manager JOAN BARTLING Finance & Accounting Director JILL BLOM Graphics & Communications Specialist MATTIE BURNHAM CVB Director of Sales SHIRLEY BUSEMAN Receptionist CINDY CHRISTENSEN Agri-Business Division Manager RACHEL CRANE CVB Host City Manager AMY M. FARR Membership Sales & Retention Manager JEFF FEJFAR Web Designer KATE FOLEY Small Business & Leadership Development Manager LAUREN FOSHEIM Young Professionals Network (YPN) Manager MADDIE GUTIERREZ Public Affairs & Communications Assistant

JAY KALTENBACH CVB Services/Resale Manager MARK LEE Public Affairs & Communications Director PAT LUND Membership Development Director MIKE LYNCH Public Affairs & Research Manager BETSY McCARTY CVB Creative & Communications Manager JILL NIEDRINGHAUS CVB Sales Assistant WENDY NEUHARTH Membership Services Administrative Assistant KRISTA ORSACK CVB Director of Marketing KATHIE PUTHOFF CVB Administrative Assistant TERI SCHMIDT CVB Executive Director SUSAN SEACHRIS Administrative/Accounting Assistant LUCAS SMITH CVB Sales Manager AMY SMOLIK Marketing & Communications Manager ALEXA STEINER CVB Sales Manager VALERIE WILLSON Membership Events Manager CAROLYN WINCHELL Forward Sioux Falls Director of Investor Relations ERIN ZIMMERMAN CVB Sales Manager

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CALENDARS

CHAMBER

“TEE IT UP” SUMMER MEMBERSHIP BLITZ THROUGH AUG. 7

Events Calendar

DETAILS: Help us secure 50 new Chamber members so we can reach our

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.

INSIDE WASHINGTON WITH U.S. REP. KRISTI NOEM

year-end sales goal of 275 new members by Sept. 30.

MORE INFORMATION: afarr@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2013

TUESDAY, AUG. 4

You can register and pay for events online at siouxfallschamber.com.

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Ramada Inn & Suites, 1301 W. Russell St. DETAILS: Join other Chamber members to discuss important issues from

FEATURED EVENT

COST: $25, which includes lunch RSVP: mgutierrez@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2015

AUGUST MEMBERSHIP

MIXER TUESDAY, AUG. 18

4:30-6:30 p.m. Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort 1415 Grand Falls Blvd., Larchwood, IA COMPLIMENTARY HORS D’OEUVRES & CASH BAR $5 ADMISSION OR USE YOUR MIXER PASS

RSVP to vwillson@siouxfalls.com or at siouxfallschamber.com

FEATURED PROGRAM

Leadership SIOUX FALLS

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUG. 14

Get more program details and download the application at siouxfallschamber.com under the Programs tab. Contact Kate for more information: kfoley@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2002

our nation’s capital that affect you and your business. Following lunch, Rep. Noem will take questions from the audience.

INSIDE WASHINGTON WITH U.S. SEN. JOHN THUNE TUESDAY, AUG. 11

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sioux Falls Convention Center, 1201 N. West Ave. DETAILS: Join other Chamber members to discuss important issues from our nation’s capital that affect you and your business. Following lunch, Sen. Thune will take questions from the audience.

COST: $25, which includes lunch RSVP: mgutierrez@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2015

YPN CROSSROADS SUMMIT THURSDAY, AUG. 20

All Day Event Sioux Falls Convention Center, 1201 N. West Ave. DETAILS: Sponsored by the Young Professionals Network COST: $99/all day, $25/breakfast only, $35/lunch only RSVP: lfosheim@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2009 or siouxfallsypn.com/summit2015

INSIDE WASHINGTON WITH U.S. SEN. MIKE ROUNDS TUESDAY, AUG. 25

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Location TBD DETAILS: Join other Chamber members to discuss important issues from our nation’s capital that affect you and your business. Following lunch, Sen. Rounds will take questions from the audience.

COST: $25, which includes lunch RSVP: mgutierrez@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2015

YPN GOLF TOURNAMENT-SOLD OUT! THURSDAY, AUG. 27

Bakker Crossing Golf Course, 47172 S. Clubhouse Rd. DETAILS: Sponsorship opportunities still available; sponsored by YPN COST: $75 per individual, $275 per team RSVP: lfosheim@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2009

SEPTEMBER MEMBERSHIP MIXER ***TUESDAY, SEPT. 22***

Please note the date change for this Mixer 4:30-6:30 p.m. Kilian Community College, 300 E. 6th St. DETAILS: Co-sponsored by Kilian Community College & Lutheran Social Services

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Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce

Young Professionals Network

UPCOMING EVENTS

To RSVP to any of these events, email lfosheim@siouxfalls.com or call (605) 373-2009. Visit siouxfallsypn.com for a full list of events.

SIT DOWN WITH REP. KRISTI NOEM TUESDAY, AUG. 4

1-1:30 p.m. Ramada Inn & Suites, 1301 W. Russell St. DETAILS: A Sit Down is a unique opportunity

for YPN members to have a question and answer session with U.S. Rep. Kristi Noem. COST: Free to attend, but you must also register and attend Inside Washington, which starts at 11:30 a.m. Limited spots available, YPN members only.

YPN MORNING BUZZ WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5

7:30-8:30 a.m. Panera Bread, 5117 S. Louise Ave. DETAILS: Network with other YPN members

over a cup of coffee! Feel free to bring a friend or co-worker, and don’t forget your business cards. Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation! COST: Free to attend, coffee/breakfast on your own.

SIT DOWN WITH SEN. JOHN THUNE TUESDAY, AUG. 11

1-1:30 p.m. Sioux Falls Convention Center, 1201 N. West Ave. DETAILS: A Sit Down is a unique opportunity

for YPN members to have a question and answer session with U.S. Sen. John Thune. COST: Free to attend, but you must also register and attend Inside Washington, which starts at 11:30 a.m. Limited spots available, YPN members only.

2015 CROSSROADS SUMMIT THURSDAY, AUG. 20

7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sioux Falls Convention Center, 1201 N. West Ave. DETAILS: Everyone is invited to this one-day

event filled with great workshops and keynote speakers, Attend the entire event or just the breakfast or luncheon keynotes. See more information about the keynote speakers and breakout sessions at siouxfallsypn.com/summit2015 COST: $99/all day, $25/breakfast, $35/lunch

SIT DOWN WITH SEN. MIKE ROUNDS TUESDAY, AUG. 25

1-1:30 p.m. Location TBD DETAILS: A Sit Down is a unique opportunity

for YPN members to have a question and answer session with U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds. COST: Free to attend, but you must also register and attend Inside Washington, which starts at 11:30 a.m. Limited spots available, YPN members only.

YPN GOLF TOURNAMENT THURSDAY, AUG. 28

1 p.m. Shotgun Start Bakker Crossing Golf Course, 47172 S. Clubhouse Rd. DETAILS: Email lfosheim@siouxfalls.com

to reserve your spot or inquire about sponsoring a hole.

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Events listed are compiled from siouxfallsevents.com and visitsiouxfallsevents.com. Siouxfallsevents.com is the community’s free, comprehensive community events calendar. Anyone can post an event happening in the Sioux Falls area. It’s free and it’s a great way to promote your event. The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau developed the visitor-related calendar to provide visitors a list of events they may be interested in attending. By combining the calendars, you can see when there’s going to be a large number of visitors in the community and learn about events and activities you want to attend. For more information about visitor-related activities, contact the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau at (605) 275-6060. Learn more details about any of the following events by logging on or contact the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce at (605) 336-1620.

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76th Annual Sioux Empire Fair

2 Hairball 3

Orion Classic Golf Benefit

Dan + Shay with Old Dominion & Cam

Kansas with Foghat

Ag Appreciation Day

Eli Young Band

40 Years Honoring and Healing Ceremonies

5-9

AVTT Traveling Vietnam Wall

Lee Brice

Brett Eldredge

Pavilion Free First Fridays

Downtown Block Party on the Eastbank

Def Leppard with Styx and TESLA

SODAK Attack! Fighting Game Tournament

8-9

PRCA Pro Rodeo

14-15

Great Plains Balloon Race

14-16 Legacy 15

WWE Live: Summerslam Heatwave Tour

Downtown Riverfest

Steve Earle & The Dukes

Step Up For Heroes — Firefighters Memorial Stair Climb

YPN Crossroads Summit

19-21

Fall Parade of Homes

Moving Day Walk for Parkinson’s

Shania Twain “Rock This Country” Tour

Animal Enrichment Day

McCrossan Xtreme Event Rodeo

OCTOBER

Women Unite 2015

1-2

42nd Street

Ride Pink Poker Run

Art & Wine Walk

Elton John Festival of Bands

SEPTEMBER

3-6

LPGA Symetra Golf Tour

Wilde Prairie Winery Harvest Festival

Pavilion Free First Fridays

Sioux Falls Woofstock

Downtown Block Party on the Eastbank

3-4

Showcase of Remodeled Homes

4-6

LifeLight Festival

Mingo Fishtrap

11-12

Fall Festival of Artists

Strawbale Winery Harvest

Sidewalk Arts Festival

Paula Poundstone

12-14

Fall Parade of Homes

Golden Dragon Acrobats

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

An Evening with Bill Maher Live! Stand Up Tour

Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce 109th Annual Meeting featuring The Second City

Sioux Falls Marathon, Half Marathon & Miracle 5K

23-25

Autumn Festival, an Arts & Crafts Affair

David Nail

Northern Plains Indian Art Market

23-25 ZooBoo 29-30

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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ECONOMIC INDICATORS Tracking trends in business is just one way that the Sioux Falls Area 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

JANUARY-JUNE 2015 2013

MAY 2015

3,654 PERMITS

2014

3,934 PERMITS

2015

6,995 PERMITS Fargo 2.5%

Source: City of Sioux Falls

City of Sioux Falls Total Construction Value JANUARY-JUNE 2015

Rapid City 4.0%

Total Construction Value

Rochester 3.2%

Sioux Falls 3.2%

Des Moines 3.2%

Omaha Lincoln 2.9% 2.2%

New Non-Residential Construction Value

$400

Minneapolis/ St. Paul 3.4%

$350 $300

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

$250

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

$200

Agriculture Trends

$150 $100

$376.0 million $116.9 million

$349.5 million $103.6 million

(PER BUSHEL) U.S.

$14

(IN MILLIONS)

$281.8 million $30.7 million

SOUTH DAKOTA

$13 $14.00

$12 2013

SOYBEANS

$14.40

$15

$50 $25

MAY 2015 $16

2014

2015

Source: City of Sioux Falls

$11 $10

$9.70

$9.60 $9.13

$9.08

CORN

(PER BUSHEL) U.S.

Sioux Falls Region Housing Overview JUNE 2015

New Listings: 614 Days on the Market Until Sale: 86 Median Sales Price: $179,900 Inventory of Homes for Sale: 1,486 Source: RASE (Realtor Association of the Sioux Empire)

SOUTH DAKOTA

$4.71

$4.24

$3 $2

$3.75

$3.62 $3.33

$3.38

May 2014

April May

2015

Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture

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NOTEWORTHY Headlines, accolades and rankings — Sioux Falls is often in the news for our community’s excellent business climate and high quality of life. Look for that information to be shared again here along with other topical quick hits.

What does it take to celebrate ag at the fair? Each year the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce’s AgriBusiness Division hosts area farmers at the annual Ag Appreciation Day. With the help of sponsor Touchstone Energy and hundreds of area businesses who also provide volunteers, approximately 5,000 area farmers are treated to a pork loin lunch, entertainment and complimentary gate entrance to the fair. The 76th Annual Sioux Empire Fair kicked off July 31 and runs through Aug. 9. For more information go to siouxempirefair.com.

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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.

AMY O’CONNOR HOBACK

Home Federal Bank

Jensen Insurance, Inc.

Accord Commercial Team Real Estate

DAREN ANDERSON

JULIE NELSON

DAVID JOHNSON

DUSTIN BROUWER

Kleenrite Company

Big D Technology Solutions, Inc.

JAY SOUKUP

Home Federal Bank

RYAN BAK

DAKOTACARE

MIKE HAUCK

Sioux Falls Seminary

KAREN NOONAN CarrierNet Group Financial, Inc.

Recognition of Chamber Volunteers The Ambassador Team of the Month for June was Team O’Connor Hoback: Amy O’Connor Hoback, Kleenrite Company, Jay Soukup, Home Federal Bank and Ryan Bak, Jensen Insurance, Inc. The Ribbon Cutting Attendance Award went to Mike Hauck, Accord Commercial Real Estate, LLC.

Daren Anderson, Big D Technology Solutions, Inc., was awarded Diplomat of the Month honors for June. Second place honors went to Julie Nelson, Home Federal Bank, and third place honors went to David Johnson, DAKOTACARE. Dustin Brouwer, Sioux Falls Seminary, was the recipient of the Ribbon Cutting Attendance award

and Karen Noonan, CarrierNet Group Financial, Inc., won the Reinvestment Award. The Diplomat Team of the Month for June was: Captain Daren Anderson, Big D Technology Solutions, Inc.; David Johnson, DAKOTACARE; Jim Slater, ServiceMaster of Sioux Falls; Kelly Grovijahn, Yoli The Better Body Company; and Jessica Nelson, gpac.

Faces & Places is great way to use your membership to be seen. This column appears each month in Chamber News and features information about Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce members and volunteers. Submissions may include grand openings, changes in management, moves, expansions, major developments and award recognition. Submit news using the Faces & Places form at chambernews.com or email asmolik@siouxfalls.com.

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FACES & PLACES

New Faces & Promotions Ulteig named Kelly Frankenfeld as the chief marketing and sales officer. Frankenfeld has more than 15 years of marketing and sales leadership experience working with companies such as Xcel Energy, Energy Resources and G & K Services.

Barry Weiland was promoted to area plant supervisor for CenturyLink. Weiland will manage daily operations of outside technicians whose work includes residential and business services installation and maintenance. Sioux Falls Seminary promoted three employees. Dr. Larry Caldwell will serve as the Chief Academic Officer and Dean. Caldwell has been teaching in the area of Intercultural Studies at the seminary since 2011 and previously served as a missionary for Converge Worldwide and as Dean at Asian Theological Seminary in Manila. Dr. Susan Reese was granted tenure and full professor status. She is now Professor of Spiritual Formation and joined the seminary’s faculty in 2007 and recently played a large role in the creation of the new Training in Spiritual Direction program. Shanda Stricherz was promoted to

Chief Creative Officer and Vice President of Project and Strategic Design. She has worked at the seminary since 2000 in the area of public relations and marketing. Her new role will include management of high priority projects, guiding implementation of institutional strategies, and leading of marketing and communications. HenkinSchultz Creative Services welcomed Sioux Falls native Travis Dunn as a media buyer. Dunn attended USD where he studied business management and mass communication. Dunn has worked for a number of national companies, gaining experience in marketing and account services, Amy Parsons is the new Personal Banker at Security National Bank of South Dakota’s W. 26th Street Branch. Parsons has previous sales and banking experience and is earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of Sioux Falls in Project Management and Management. AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc.) hired Kevin Smith as a Municipal Management Specialist.

Smith has more than 20 years of experience and a broad background in municipal government, including specific experience in the fields of public works and planning. Smith holds a Master of Arts degree in Geography with an emphasis on Regional Planning from Western Illinois University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography from South Dakota State University. Nancy Hughes joined First Dakota Title as President of Commercial Operations. Hughes has been active in the real estate industry for more than 30 years and brings an accomplished network of real estate brokers, lenders, accountants, attorneys and investors to the position. Credit Collections Bureau promoted Steve Hanson, Renae Gibson, Jeff Johnson and Vonda Blom to Collection Associate. Michael Dobson was promoted to Collection Representative and Shane Gold was promoted to Senior Collection Director III. Gold was also named to the Multi-Million Dollar Club.

Leadership A steering committee has been created to determine the next steps the community should take to complete the renovation of the former State Theatre, “the last jewel in the crown of historic downtown.” It will be chaired by Gene McGowan, McGowan Capital Group. In addition to McGowan, members of the steering committee are: Brian Bonde, Dave Fleck, Joe Henkin, Pam Homan, Michelle Lavallee, Bob Leech, Jack Marsh, Steve Metli, Stacy Newcomb-Weiland, Evan Nolte, Aaron Rasmussen, Keith Severson and Larry

Toll. The State, which opened in 1926 as a vaudeville house, has been stabilized with a new roof, wall repairs, a heating and air conditioning system and updates to the electrical and plumbing systems. Restoration of the lobby and restroom areas also has been completed. During the past five years, roughly $3 million has been spent to faithfully restore the building. Work remains in the auditorium area, including restoration of the walls, ceiling and stage. Sound and lighting equipment also need to be installed. Part of the steering committee’s job

will be to explore ways to raise money for this final phase. The new panel plans to make its recommendations before the end of 2015. Its report will focus on the needs and costs of the final stage of the historic restoration project. Sioux Falls Seminary welcomed Matthew Paulson, entrepreneur, author, and founder of MarketBeat.com; and Matt Smith, Business Banker at Dacotah Bank, to its Board of Trustees.

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FACES & PLACES

Honors & Awards EAPC Architects Engineers was named one of the best firms to work for in the U.S. and Canada by Zweig Group, a management consulting and research company for the architecture, engineering and environmental consulting industry. EAPC was selected for two awards including Zweig Group’s Architecture and Multi-Discipline categories. Awards are based on factors such as workplace practices, employee benefits and retention rates.

breast cancer organization’s annual Leadership Conference. The local Komen Affiliate received “The Promise Award,” named in honor of the promise to end breast cancer Komen’s founder made to her dying sister, Susan Komen. The award recognizes the organization’s Affiliate which has demonstrated a commitment to forward thinking in reducing overall breast cancer mortality, as well as disparities in breast cancer mortality.

Susan G. Komen South Dakota was recognized for its innovative mission work at the

First PREMIER Bank was among the Top 200 Healthiest Banks in America for the second

Members in the News JDS Industries was featured on HBO’s Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, which discussed the ongoing debate of whether participation awards benefit children and society. To add perspective to their analysis, the news magazine asked to

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film at JDS Industries’ headquarters in Sioux Falls. JDS is the only industry supplier featured in the piece and the company was contacted directly by HBO.

straight year, one of only 49 banks to do so out of the 6,998 total federally insured banks. The list is compiled by depositaccounts.com. CH Patisserie was named the second best French bakery in the country in a story published by MSN.com. It was praised for having “delicious options that will satisfy any sweet tooth.” The top bakery was from New York City.

FACES & PLACES

Be Seen 1 YPN members took a tour of the Sanford Fieldhouse where they were able to learn more about sports acceleration programs offered and remodeling plans for the space. They also toured the Sanford Pentagon.

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FACES & PLACES

2 3 2, 3, 4 The July Mixer was hosted by Avera at the Avera Prairie Center. Approximately 300 people attended. 5 YPN

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members scheduled a Night at the Canaries, where they networked over food and beverages and enjoyed a night at the Birdcage. 6 The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) staff met with visitors at the Valley Springs (pictured) and Vermillion rest stops in July. They shared Sioux Falls information with visitors and encouraged them to go to Sioux Falls. The CVB will also be at the rest stops prior to the Sturgis rally to greet bikers on their way to the rally.

FACES & PLACES

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7, 8 The Chamber’s Diplomat Committee hosts a New Member Mixer twice a year for members who’ve joined in the past year as well as any new employees who wish to learn more about the Chamber. Attendees have a chance to network, visiting with Chamber staff and volunteers. They can also share more about their businesses.

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9 9 The Chamber’s monthly spring/summer program, Chamber Cafe, runs through September. The July program was presented by Heather Christiansen with Juice Plus. Christiansen talked about skills for effective networking and building relationships, whether you’re a “People Person or Wallflower?”.

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COMMUNITY APPEALS SIOUX FALLS AREA 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. The committee has a responsibility to discourage unnecessary or overlapping drives, to assess funds available in the Sioux Falls business community, and to provide input on realistic drive goals. Capital fund drive applications will be accepted by the committee until Aug. 1 of any one year and the suggested solicitation amount and time slot for approved drives will be determined and scheduled by the committee no later than February of the following year. For more information on the Community Appeals Committee, call Mike Lynch at (605) 373-2006 or download an application at siouxfallschamber.com under the Programs tab.

LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES APRIL 1-JULY 31, 2016 $1.25 MILLION To build a new “Center for Community Services” to house multiple programs

LEVITT AT THE FALLS NOV. 1, 2016-MARCH 31, 2017 $1.06 MILLION Create an outdoor concert venue in Sioux Falls, partnering with non-profit Levitt Pavilions

SERTOMA BUTTERFLY HOUSE & MARINE COVE APRIL 1-JULY 31, 2017 $1.26 MILLION Expand public aquarium exhibits in the Marine Cove

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2015

PRESENTED BY:

A PROGRAM OF THE SIOUX FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Crossroads Summit provides development opportunities for all ages BY AMY SMOLIK

Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce

The third Crossroads Summit will be held Thursday, Aug. 20 — a one-day conference designed to allow networking, learning and sharing with young professionals and business and community leaders from across Sioux Falls. It’s sponsored by the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network and will be held at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. In its seven years of existence, the Chamber’s Young Professionals Network has grown to more than 1,000 members and developed this solid personal and professional development conference that is held every other year. The event co-chairs are Marty DesLauriers, UBS, and Amy DesLauriers, Lawrence & Schiller. For more about the DesLauriers’, see the Five Questions segment on pages 52-53. While the Summit is hosted and organized by the YPN, it is open to everyone in the community to attend. It features two keynote speakers at breakfast and lunch and several 24 Chamber News | AUGUST 2015

breakout sessions covering a wide array of topics. Many topics may appeal to younger professionals but the conference is designed to allow everyone to take away something by attending. Seating is limited, and spots are filling up fast. Registration is available at siouxfallsypn.com/summit2015. “I think it’s a great event that provides motivation and inspiration to all levels of an organization,” said Wendy Alexander, Home Federal Bank. “We have had our young professionals attend in the past, as well as some of our more seasoned professionals. It’s just a great event with many great nuggets of information to learn about or even be reminded of.” There are also options to attend only the breakfast and luncheon keynotes. The breakfast keynote speaker is Jason Schechterle, a former Phoenix Police Officer whose life was forever changed when he was trapped inside his police car while it burned. His story is one of life, rebirth and

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transformation. The luncheon keynote is Ken Schmidt, a former director of communications strategy for HarleyDavidson Motor Company. Schmidt played an active role in one of the most celebrated turn-arounds in corporate history and got paid to ride motorcycles. Registration is already on track to top the 2013 event, with many attendees coming back. The event features a good mixture of inspirational speakers and breakout sessions, said Tara Twedt, Architecture Incorporated. “There are multiple options to choose from that meet most everyone’s areas of interest,” Twedt said. “I would encourage others to attend, and I’m excited to go again myself.” Previous Summit attendee Chris Filsinger, CorTrust Bank, said he was energized after attending the event two years ago. “From learning about the importance of having a mentor within your career, to learning about how to protect my family through estate planning, there were so many great things I took away from the Crossroads Summit. It was also a great opportunity to visit with other young professionals in the Sioux Falls area. I can’t think of many other opportunities when you get a chance to be in a room with so many other like-minded individuals,” Filsinger said. “I chose to sign up again for the simple fact that the Crossroads Summit provides a tremendous value for my investment. What I will ultimately get out of the day will be exponentially higher than the cost to attend. That in itself makes the decision a no brainer. If you want to become more valuable to the company you work for, the business you own, or the community you live in, the Crossroads Summit is a great way to do so. Not to mention, it’s a great opportunity to get out of the office for a day!” More than 20 breakout sessions are being offered, with

topics ranging from civic engagement to financial planning to how to unblock your creative mind. Dan Menke, Pride Neon, said he enjoyed the breakout sessions at the 2013 event. “There was such a wide variety of topics, I had a hard time narrowing down which ones to attend. All of them were very informative and I took a lot out of them,” he said. “The Crossroads Summit offers a great opportunity for me to meet people and hear speakers that I probably wouldn’t come across on a normal day. From the breakfast keynote, breakout sessions, to the lunch keynote, you’re bound to take something away that will ultimately make you a better leader. Community service is also a cornerstone of the Crossroads Summit. Attendees can hear from community leaders about ways to get more engaged. They can also support The Banquet by bringing school supplies as part of the annual S.O.S. drive — Supply Our Students. The Banquet is the only agency that provides school supplies for students in need. The biggest push for supplies comes before the start of the school year. See the box on page 29 for more information about what supplies are needed. The Crossroads Summit is made possible because of support from the Sioux Falls area business community. Gold sponsors are Argus Leader Media; CorTrust Bank; and Northwestern Mutual. Silver sponsors are Avera; The First National Bank in Sioux Falls; First PREMIER Bank/ PREMIER Bankcard; KELO Television; Sanford Health; and SDN Communications. Bronze sponsors are: Beck & Hofer Construction; CenturyLink; Citi; CNA Surety; Cutler Law Firm; Davenport Evans Hurwitz & Smith; DocuTAP; Dorsey & Whitney Trust Company, LLC; Eide Bailly LLP; Great Western Bank; Home Federal Bank; Journey Group; Meta Payment Systems; Midcontinent Communications; Novak chambernews.com | Chamber News 25

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Sanitary Services; Pride Neon; Raven Industries; U.S. Bank; and Woods, Fuller, Schultz & Smith PC. “It makes me feel good as a young professional to know that the company I work for is willing to invest and show its commitment to the young professionals in the community,” Filsinger said. “Just like any small business, the continued success of CorTrust is dependent upon the growth and strength of the communities we serve. I think CorTrust’s sponsorship of the Crossroads Summit shows that the bank understands the important role young professionals will play in the future success of the community, and it’s great to be a part of that. For those who are interested in networking, there will be opportunities throughout the day. A Launch Party sponsored by Argus Leader Media the night before will officially kick off activities. It will be held from 4-7 p.m. at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS Homeownership: Are You Ready? Kelli Zimmer, Sioux Empire Housing Partnership

Financing Your Small Business: What Are My Options? Lynne Keller Forbes, SECOG

Oh No! Not Another Meeting! Karen Waller and Erica Anderson, Metabank

Leadership & Managing Change Bill Albrecht, Argus Leader Media

Scratch The Dirt & Turn Over The Rocks Bobbi Nelson, Novak Sanitary Service; Bill Rezac, Boen & Associates; Amy O’Connor Hoback, Kleenrite Company

Sink, Swim or Get in the Boat Michael Lynch, Lynchpin Communication Group

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Work, Culture and Those Awkward Boss Moments Paul TenHaken, Click Rain

Unblock Your Creative Mind! Michael Lynch, Lynchpin Communication Group

Estate Planning for Business Owners & Entrepreneurs Bobbi Thury, Cutler Law Firm

Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle Morgan Douthit, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

How to Deliver Feedback — Without Being A Jerk

Financial Planning 101

Sharon Chontos, Sage Project Consultants

Northwestern Mutual

Listen & Learn

Are You Ready to Serve? Then Raise Your Hand!

with Mayor Mike Huether

Brooke White, South Dakota Department of Transportation; Lesa Jarding, Wells Fargo Bank; Jonna Brost, Eide Bailly LLP

Harnessing the Power of the Event Cascade Jason Lemke, South Dakota Area Health Education Center

Civic Engagement: What Does That Mean Again? Steve Erpenbach, South Dakota State University Foundation

Climbing the Career Ladder: Where Does It Lead Me? Margaret Sumption, Sumption & Wyland

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS BREAKFAST KEYNOTE:

LUNCH KEYNOTE:

RETIRED PHOENIX POLICE OFFICER

FORMER DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY

Jason Schechterle

Sponsored by Cortrust Bank Jason Schechterle had one dream — to serve as a Phoenix police officer. After serving four years in the Air Force, he achieved his goal to work on the streets of Phoenix as a rookie police officer at the age of 26. Only 14 months into what was supposed to be a life-long career, his life took an unexpected, dramatic and, at the time, tragic turn. In March 2001, a taxicab crashed into the rear of Schechterle’s patrol car. Upon impact, his car burst into flames, trapping him inside with temperatures reaching more than 700 degrees. Through a series of miraculous and fateful circumstances, Schechterle survived the crash. He suffered severe burns to more than 40 percent of his body, which drastically altered his appearance. He has undergone more than 50 surgeries just to have the ability to accomplish simple daily tasks the rest of us often take for granted. Schechterle’s journey chronicles his fight for life, his triumph over tragedy and the inspiration that enables him to continue to overcome unimaginable adversity. His personal narrative exemplifies how the power of the human spirit can never be underestimated or extinguished. His story is one of life, rebirth and transformation.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 Launch Party, Sioux Falls Convention Center Sponsored by Argus Leader Media

4-7 P.M............................ LAUNCH PARTY Featuring live music from the Hegg Brothers, complimentary hors d’ouevres and beverages. You don’t need to attend the Crossroads Summit to attend the Launch Party — come network and learn more about the YPN.

Visit siouxfallsypn.com/summit2015

Ken Schmidt

Sponsored by Northwestern Mutual Longtime motorcycle enthusiast Ken Schmidt’s formal association with Harley-Davidson began in 1985. As a specialist in corporate positioning and media relations, Schmidt was asked to work with the then-struggling company to help restore its image and create demand for its motorcycles. Within a few short years, Harley-Davidson became one of the most visible and frequently reported-on companies in the world, while sales of its motorcycles rocketed upward. Schmidt became director of Harley-Davidson’s corporate and financial communications and served as its primary spokesperson to the media and the financial communities. Now, he’s a frequent speaker to business groups and academic communities throughout the world. “I love to startle people by exposing them to proven ideas and concepts they’ve never imagined,” he said. “Whether I’m talking about how perfectly average people can do extraordinary things or how to build an entirely new corporate culture, rekindle relationships with customers, or reach out to new ones in completely untraditional ways, I’m teaching people to throw conventional approaches out the window.”

AGENDA

THURSDAY, AUG. 20

Crossroads Summit, Sioux Falls Convention Center 7:30-8:15 A.M.................. REGISTRATION 8:15-9:30 A.M................. BREAKFAST/KEYNOTE Speaker Jason Schechterle, sponsored by CorTrust Bank 9:45-10:45 A.M................ BREAKOUT SESSIONS 11 A.M.-NOON.................. BREAKOUT SESSIONS 12:15-1:45 P.M................ LUNCH/KEYNOTE Speaker Ken Schmidt, sponsored by Northwestern Mutual 2-3 P.M............................ BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3:15-4:15 P.M.................. BREAKOUT SESSIONS chambernews.com | Chamber News 27

SPONSORS GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

ABOUT YPN The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a resource, forum and voice in the community. The YPN exists to create business opportunities, support civic involvement and promote an overall investment in the future of the community. It 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. 28 Chamber News | AUGUST 2015

Membership is open to any young professional, ages 21-39, working/residing in Sioux Falls or a surrounding community. Cost for a membership is $25 for a Chamber member employee, and $50 for a non-Chamber member employee. The Chamber’s YPN was created in 2009. Since then, more than 1,050 young professionals from the Sioux Falls area have joined. For more information, visit siouxfallsypn.com.

VOLUNTEER In 2013, Crossroads Summit attendees helped Feeding South Dakota pack backpacks. This year, attendees can bring school supplies to help The Banquet as part of their Project S.O.S.

Attendees are encouraged to bring any of the following supplies to the Crossroads Summit: Backpacks Crayons, 24 count Glue Blue/Black Pens Crayola Classic Wide-Tip Markers Colored Pencils, 12 and 24 count No. 2 Pencils Scissors, Fiskar Brand Pointed 5-7 in. Ruler, 12 inch and metric

Eraser, Magic Rub or Equal Looseleaf filler paper, Wide/College-ruled Spiral Notebook, Wide/College-ruled Folders, Two Pocket without clasps (Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple ONLY) Pencil Pouches Subject Dividers Ring Binders – 1 inch Zipper Binder (Middle School)

SUMMIT FAQ Q: I’m not a member of the Young Professionals A:

Network; can I still attend the Crossroads Summit?

Yes! The Crossroads Summit is open to everyone in the region. We hope you’ll be interested in learning more about the YPN when you’re at the Summit but you don’t need to be a member in order to attend.

Q: I’m a little outside the age demographic for YPN; A:

can I still attend the Summit?

Of course! The Summit provides personal and professional development opportunities for people of all ages. Come on your own or ask a younger professional to join you!

Q: What is the price to attend? A: The full conference is $99; the breakfast keynote is $25 and the luncheon keynote is $35.

Q: My schedule doesn’t allow me to attend the full A:

day; are there other options?

You have several options. You can pay for the entire day, which includes two keynotes (breakfast and lunch) and breakout sessions for $99, and come and go as your schedule allows. Or, you can choose to attend the Breakfast Keynote with Jason Schechterle for $25 or the Luncheon Keynote with Ken Schmidt for $35.

Q: What should I wear? A: Be comfortable! Some people get cold in meeting rooms; if that’s you, remember a sweater or jacket. Otherwise, business casual is just fine.

Q: What should I bring? A: Remember your business cards for the new connections

you’ll make. We’ll provide you with a notebook and pen when you arrive.

Q: Can I share information on social media? A: Absolutely! Follow the Sioux Falls Young Professionals

Network on Facebook and Twitter (@ypn_siouxfalls). Use the hashtag #SFCrossroads and be sure to tag us in any photos!

Q: How do I register? A: Go to siouxfallsypn.com/summit2015. You can choose to

attend the entire summit, breakfast only or lunch only. For more information, contact YPN Manager Lauren Fosheim at lfosheim@siouxfalls.com or (605) 373-2009.

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BUSINESS ADVOCACY

Growing a federal advocacy program The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce has a long history of effective advocacy with local and state governments due to well-developed programs and processes highlighting this work. Local governmental officials and meetings are easily accessed and we have the ability to influence decision-making. Our detailed platform development process for state government prepares for boots-on-the-ground advocacy during the annual legislative session as well as staying engaged during the interim as issues emerge.

MARK LEE

Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce

... what happens in Washington, D.C., though often frustratingly slow, matters to Sioux Falls and to South Dakota.

In addition, we’ve enjoyed great relationships with our federal congressional delegation over the years and have successfully engaged in federal issues as they crop-up. Our Inside Washington events are an example of how we engage with and hear from our delegation. But, over the last year or so, we have begun efforts to build a program to more consistently engage in federal issues. Why? Because what happens in Washington, D.C., though often frustratingly slow, matters to Sioux Falls and to South Dakota. And, as our state’s largest community, we are uniquely positioned to effectively work with federal officials and departments to communicate our position on federal issues. There are things we have done specifically as we began the process of improving this area: Helped found and became a charter member of the Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE) Advocacy Alliance. Chamber President/CEO Evan Nolte serves as the chair of this new group that is developing a regional interstate approach to advocacy amongst the six upper Midwest states in MACE. The Alliance’s work is not exclusively dedicated to federal issues, but clearly federal issues are in the mix. The next Advocacy Alliance issues conference is this fall in Minneapolis. Addressed specific legislative and process issues with our congressional delegation to communicate our position on issues. Some examples: • We advocated for a speedier process to redraw the floodplain map that will free up more land to development. • We consistently advocate for passage of marketplace fairness legislation to level the playing field for main street business with large Internet retailers to ensure the collection of sales tax for our state and communities. • We made our Chamber’s position very clear on important Trade Promotion Authority legislation. It is now passed and in law. We firmly believe opening up more options for trade partnerships will benefit our state and nation. • We communicated the importance of supporting the TransCanada Keystone Pipeline as a safe and economical way to move oil. Keystone XL would have a significant impact upon our economy with an estimated 1,700 direct jobs and 1,800 indirect and induced jobs to our state. In addition, Keystone XL would generate an estimated $46.5 million in support of state government in the form of sales, use and contractors’ excise taxes. Property tax revenues are also estimated to rise by $18-$20 million. Identified issues on the horizon that we are paying close attention to as well. They include: • The Air National Guard in Sioux Falls is an F-16 fighter wing. Our advocacy position will be to keep a strong air guard in Sioux Falls and position us for an F-35 mission as those decisions are made in the near future. • We all know the impact of EROS Data Center to our area. We will continue to learn more about their mission and seek to grow their program as we are able. What we are finding is that the more we engage our federal elected officials, the more they seek engagement from us. We know that does not mean we will always agree, but it is important for our delegation to know where the Sioux Falls Chamber stands on important federal issues.

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BUSINESS ADVOCACY

Besides those issues listed above, there are other federal issues that we are studying. One is the Waters of the United States (WOTUS), which seeks to, among other things, gather more waters under the jurisdiction of the EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers to protect them from pollution. It would likely include all seasonal flow waters and even things like ditches and temporary water holding areas. Agricultural, mining, construction and pipeline interests believe this will be a very costly new set of regulations and restrictions. Another is the recently announced Department of Labor regulatory change proposal to overtime eligibility. First, this would set the overtime eligibility wage at about $970 per week. In other words, anyone making less than $970 per week would be eligible for overtime. The current rate is $455 per week. In addition, the DOL proposes to modify the “duties test” for overtime eligibility, but has yet to provide any specifics as to what the modifications would be and are asking for input. The proposed rule change was posted to the Federal Register on July 6 and comments are due before Sept. 4, though some organizations are seeking a longer comment period. As we continue our work with MACE and expand our efforts to communicate with our federal delegation, we will look for new ways to impact the process and engage in federal issues. While this area may not reach the level of sophistication and commitment as some of our other lobbying efforts, we believe it is important and believe expanded efforts by the Sioux Falls Area Chamber can work to the benefit of our region and state. Mark Lee is the Public Affairs & Communications Director for the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. He also serves as the full-time lobbyist for the Chamber and Forward Sioux Falls during South Dakota’s legislative session.

THE HONORABLE

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TUESDAY, AUG. 4 11:30 A.M.-1 P.M.

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TUESDAY, AUG. 11 11:30 A.M.-1 P.M.

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TUESDAY, AUG. 25 11:30 A.M.-1 P.M.

INSIDE

WASHINGTON

LOCATION TBD STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS $25 per person for members or $50 per person for non-members, which includes lunch. To register call (605) 373-2015, email mgutierrez@siouxfalls.com or register and pay online at siouxfallschamber.com chambernews.com | Chamber News 31

HEADLINES

Advertising opportunities available in 2015-16 Sioux Falls Community Guide Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce members have an opportunity to promote their businesses to individuals interested in learning more about living and working in Sioux Falls and to fellow Chamber members in the annual Sioux Falls Community Guide. The guides will initially be distributed at Operation Thank You, a one-day event where volunteers visit Chamber members to share information about the Chamber and thank them for their membership investment; this year it will be held Oct. 29. The publication is distributed year-round and can also be found as a digital flipbook at siouxfalls.com. The Chamber contracts with Argus Leader Media to produce the Sioux Falls Community Guide. Advertising is open to all Chamber members, and is only available

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to Chamber members, with sales closing in late September. The Sioux Falls Community Guide includes information on all facets of life in Sioux Falls. This is the official publication mailed from the Chamber office to people requesting relocation information about Sioux Falls. It’s also a great recruiting tool for employers to use when seeking new employees. If you have questions about the Sioux Falls Community Guide, contact Amy Smolik at the Chamber office at (605) 373-2054 or asmolik@siouxfalls.com. For more information about advertising, contact your Argus Leader Media sales executive or (605) 331-2357.

HEADLINES

Workforce development conference scheduled for Sept. 29 The Sioux Empire Society for Human Resource Management (SESHRM) will be hosting an all-day conference on Tuesday, Sept. 29 addressing the various aspects of workforce development in Sioux Falls. The morning session will be focused on developing your current workforce with topics such as leadership development, succession planning, and training. The afternoon session will be driven toward developing the workforce of tomorrow. Industry leaders and educational institutions will be represented on a panel to share some of the exciting partnerships and programs taking

place in Sioux Falls to help create a pipeline of qualified employees for the workforce of tomorrow.

SAVE THE DATE: SESHRM WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015 Hilton Garden Inn Downtown

More details on agenda, speakers and presentations will be shared in the September issue of Chamber News. For information on the conference, contact Rachell.Henning@ woodsfuller.com.

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HEADLINES

SIOUX FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 109TH ANNUAL MEETING Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015 Sioux Falls Convention Center/ Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Featuring entertainment from The Second City Tickets are general admission only and more details will be announced in mid-August. Chamber members can pre-order tickets online at events.siouxfalls. com or call Maddie at (605) 3732015 or mgutierrez@siouxfalls. com. Invitations will be mailed to Chamber members in September. Members who pre-order and pay for tickets now will receive their tickets in September.

Chamber Annual Meeting to be held Oct. 20 The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 109th Annual Meeting Tuesday, Oct. 20, featuring a brief Chamber program followed by a performance from improv comedy group The Second City. The Chamber’s Annual Meeting recognizes the efforts of the outgoing Chair of the Board and launches the one-year term of the incoming chair Paul Bruflat, CNA Surety. Bruflat will take over the Chamber’s top volunteer position Oct. 1, following the success of 2014-15 Chair of the Board Dana Dykhouse, First PREMIER Bank. At the Annual Meeting, the Chamber will share the priorities for the 2015-16 year and the contributions of retiring directors will also be acknowledged. Second City has been entertaining audiences and churning out North America’s most famous comedians for more than 55 years. Second City alumni have gone on to act in movies and sitcoms, including Saturday Night Live; just some of their illustrious performers include: Jim and John Belushi, Harold Ramis, Gilda Radner, Chris Farley, Mike Myers, John Candy, Eugene Levy, Tim Meadows, Bonnie Hunt, Jeff Garlin, Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Ed Helms, Steve Carell and Steven Colbert. Kim Burma, Midcontinent Communications, is chairing the event. Chamber members will receive their invitations after Labor Day and tickets will be distributed in September, though members can already reserve tickets. The event will be held at the Sioux Falls Convention Center and the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center. All seats are general admission. The cost is $80 per person for Chamber

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members, which includes the entertainment portion of the evening as well as networking and food prior to Second City’s performance. Chamber members can pre-order tickets by contacting Maddie Gutierrez at the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce at (605) 373-2015 or mgutierrez@siouxfalls.com or can purchase tickets online at events.siouxfalls.com.

ABOUT SECOND CITY Second City opened its doors in December 1959 in Chicago. No one could have guessed that this small cabaret theatre would become the most influential and prolific comedy theatre in the world. With its roots in the improvisational games of Viola Spolin, The Second City developed an entirely unique way of creating and performing comedy. Chamber members will have an opportunity to see a mixture of classic sketches, off-the-cuff improv and skits developed specifically about Sioux Falls. For more information about The Second City, go to secondcity.com.

HEADLINES

Leadership Sioux Falls 30 applications due Aug. 14 Applications for the Chamber’s 30th Leadership Sioux Falls program are now being accepted through Aug. 14. More than 850 people have graduated and gone on to serve the region in a number of ways. Applicants must have participated in past community and professional activities, be a current resident or employed in the Sioux Falls metro area, over the age of 25, able to attend all required sessions, and commit to serving and strengthening the community upon completion of the program. Previous applicants are strongly encouraged to reapply. Leadership Sioux Falls has these cornerstone values: to develop long-lasting relationships and stimulate communication with other leaders; to discover the inner workings of the community and challenges it faces; to motivate and encourage participants to assume leadership roles in community affairs; to assist those already in leadership

roles to increase their access to additional positions of community leadership in an informed and responsible manner; and to define individuals’ roles and responsibilities as a leader within the community. In general, the following topics are covered: arts and culture and the visitor industry; economic development; education; healthcare; history; human/social services and non-profit service; leadership styles and communication; legislative and government; and quality of life. Approximately 30 applicants are chosen by the Leadership Sioux Falls Selection Committee to participate in each class. The quality of the participants is the primary strength of the program — they represent public and private sectors and civic and community organizations in the Sioux Falls area. They are most apt to utilize their leadership for the long-term benefit of the community. Attention is given to ensure diversity among class participants in both their life

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are available at siouxfallschamber.com under the Programs tab. Deadline is 5 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2015. Contact Kate Foley for more information: (605) 373-2002 or kfoley@siouxfalls.com. experiences and their areas of employment. Tuition is $475 and is non-refundable. Participants who are selected but fail to meet the time commitment will be dropped from the program and will not receive a tuition refund. Applications are available at siouxfallschamber.com under the Programs tab and are due to the Chamber office by 5 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2015. Contact Kate Foley for more information: (605) 373-2002 or kfoley@siouxfalls.com.

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CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

Sioux Falls prepares for LPGA Symetra Tour The excitement is building! Starting Monday, Aug. 31, the Sioux Falls GreatLIFE Challenge at Willow Run — a part of the 2015 Symetra Tour Road to the LPGA —will kick off with Sioux Falls as the host city!

TERI SCHMIDT

Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Sioux Falls GreatLIFE Challenge is one of only four 72-hole events on the tour and Sioux Falls is one of only 23 cities to host the tour. The tour will bring 144 of the top up-and-coming ladies golf professionals to compete. Sioux Falls is being given an unprecedented opportunity for the city to seal its reputation as a world-class destination city with all the amenities necessary to host an event of this magnitude. Additionally, golfers participating in the tournament have a shot at the largest purse in the history of the tour — $210,000 — with the winner taking home $31,500 and almost certainly a spot on next year’s LPGA Tour. The public is encouraged to go out and enjoy the event! If you would like to volunteer please visit greatlifechallenge.com/volunteer. Thank you for stepping up to make the GreatLIFE Challenge at Willow Run a huge success!

SIOUX FALLS GREATLIFE CHALLENGE Willow Run Golf Course • Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2015 EVENT SCHEDULE

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Golf course volunteers needed for four-hour shifts. • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Golf Starters for Holes #1 and #10 Cart Drivers for Score Keeping Caddies Ecology Main Gate, Parking and Ticketing Marshal and Spotters Driving Distance Event Setup - Monday Event Takedown - Sunday Security Tent, Underground Parking and Shuttle Scoreboard Food and Beverage Driving Range Host a Tournament Player All volunteers will receive free access to the tournament. Volunteer shirt cost is $30. Money collected will be donated to charities supported by this event.

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Monday, Aug. 31 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Noon

Symetra Tour practice rounds – Willow Run GreatLIFE Corporate Sponsor Pro Am – Bakker Crossing

Tuesday, Sept. 1 7 a.m.–5 p.m. 9–11 a.m. 5–6 p.m. 6–9 p.m.

Symetra Tour practice rounds Free Kids Clinic – Willow Run driving range, putting green and short game area Dan Boever, Golf Entertainer GreatLIFE Corporate Sponsor Pro Am Private Reception

Wednesday, Sept. 2 8 a.m. 12:15–1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 6–9 p.m.

GreatLIFE Corporate Sponsor LPGA Legends/ Symetra Pro Am Dan Boever, Golf Entertainer GreatLIFE Corporate Sponsor Pro Am David Feherty’s Kick-off Reception – Willow Run Clubhouse

Thursday, Sept. 3 Benefitting: Military/Firefighters 8 a.m. Round 1 (Wave start – 1st and 10th tee) Noon Round 1 (Wave start – 1st and 10th tee) 7 p.m. Feherty Live! Friday, Sept. 4 Benefitting: Make-A-Wish South Dakota 7:30 am Round 2 (Wave start – 1st and 10th tee) Noon Round 2 (Wave start – 1st and 10th tee) 7–9 p.m. GreatLIFE Celebration Reception and Dinner featuring Dueling Pianos Saturday, Sept. 5 Benefitting: Boys & Girls Club 7:30 am Round 3 – Championship Round 1 Sunday, Sept. 6 Benefitting: Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 7:30 am Round 4 – Championship Round 2 5 p.m. AWARDS – Luxury Auto trophy presentation

To volunteer or for more information, visit greatlifechallenge.com

Enjoy beautiful Falls Park Falls Park Visitor Information Center open daily 9am-9pm through September 7, 2015. For Autumn hours call 605.367.7430 or go to VisitSiouxFalls.com/FallsPark.

September 3-6, 2015 WILLOW RUN GOLF COURSE

To Volunteer: GreatLifeChallenge.com/Volunteer

CHAMBER PARTNER

International Trade Center serves businesses by providing education

ROCK NELSON

South Dakota International Trade Center

The ITC’s purpose is to create more economic impact statewide including Sioux Falls ... by promoting and facilitating more international trade of its products.

South Dakota’s International Trade Center (ITC) hosts foreign and domestic dignitaries, serves as an advocate of international trade, provides networking among its clients, serves as a resource center, provides a periodic electronic newsletter and news alerts to its clients and provides and moderates its nationally known international trade seminars/ workshops. An average of 70 businesses attend each of these live sessions and an average of 60 businesses and/or individuals attend each of these same live-streamed events. The ITC’s purpose is to create more economic impact statewide including Sioux Falls and its surrounding regions by promoting and facilitating more international trade of its products —manufactured, agricultural, value-added, services, etc., all of which are sold to foreign buyers because they like our high-quality, American-made products. This is “outside” money coming into our economy — which serves to create more jobs. These jobs create more salaries and these salaries are spent within and serve to strengthen our local, state and regional economies.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER WORKSHOP Thursday, Aug. 27 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. University Center, Avera Hall 4801 N. Career Ave. “Incoterms 2010” & “Currencies — Taking Control and Getting the Edge on Your Competitors: Exchange, Hedging, Budget and Sales Strategies in Foreign Countries” Attend the entire event for $130, which includes lunch. Or attend either the morning session or afternoon session for $75. You can also attend the webinar for $55 for either the morning or afternoon session. Contact Rock Nelson for more information: rock@siouxfalls. com or (605) 941-6696.

On Aug. 27, the ITC will hold its 27th workshop/seminar. The morning presenter is Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada’s Jeff Boyko, who will speak on “Currencies — Taking Control and Getting the Edge on Your Competition.” Boyko will discuss foreign currency exchange, hedging, budget and sales strategies in foreign countries. Laura Pedersen, Global Banking Specialist at 1st National Bank of Omaha, will conduct our afternoon program entitled “International Trade Terms — Incoterms 2010.” Nationally-known speakers from throughout the country present at the University Center’s state-of-the-art Avera Hall and their programs are live-streamed nationwide and into Canada, thus enabling the ITC’s audiences to gain further in-depth knowledge from the pros concerning U.S. government and foreign rules, documentation, regulations and compliance which allow them to remain legal and more efficient in today’s ever-changing world of international trade. My goal is to continue to provide our office’s clients — from the very smallest up to the very biggest — with excellent service and the correct answers and solutions to their international trade questions and problems, such as compliance, logistics, documentation, rules/regulations, freight quotes, insurance, etc. as quickly as possible. In short, I’m “the guy in the trenches” serving our clients. The ITC office is located in the U.S. Customs Building at the north end of the Sioux Falls Regional Airport. Rock Nelson is the Director of South Dakota’s International Trade Center (ITC). For the last 16 years, he’s worked with South Dakota and tri-state businesses that conduct international trade — exporting and importing. His office’s free services are funded by the Sioux Falls Development Foundation, Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, South Dakota Small Business Development Center, Governor’s Office of Economic Development and SBA. For more information, contact Nelson at (605) 941-6696 or rock@siouxfalls.com.

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MIND YOUR SMALL BUSINESS

Summer reminders from the IRS With summer in full swing, the Internal Revenue Services and Social Security Administration offer a few “summer” reminders.

SAFEGUARD YOUR TAX RECORDS AGAINST NATURAL DISASTERS Natural disasters such as tornadoes and floods can come without warning and leaving you with little time to prepare. It’s important to keep your tax records safe by taking a few simple steps: • Create an additional set of electronic records. Keep a duplicate set of records including bank statements, tax returns, identifications and insurance policies in a safe place and away from the original set. This is made easier now that many banks provide statements and documents electronically, but even if original records are only provided on paper, these can be scanned into an electronic format. • Document valuables. Photograph or videotape the contents of your office and home, especially items of higher value. The IRS Publication 584, Casualty, Disaster and Theft Loss, can help compile a list of belongings. A photographic record can help prove the fair market value for items for insurance and casualty loss. • Update emergency plans. Personal and business situations change over time as do preparedness needs. Be sure to update your plan when you hire new employees or make changes to your business functions, then share the update with your employees.

GETTING MARRIED THIS SUMMER? Congratulations! You tied the knot and cut the cake. Here are some simple steps to make your first joint income tax return less stressful. • Marriage can mean a change in name. Make sure the names you enter on your first tax return match the names and Social Security numbers on file. If a change in surname, be sure to notify the SSA of the change. • No matter when you get married, even on Dec. 31, the IRS considers you to have been married for the entire year for tax purposes. Make sure you have enough taxes taken out of your paychecks. Your combined income may place you in a higher tax bracket. • A notification of a change of address applies to the post office as well as the IRS. Use Form 8822, Change of Address. • Just in case you forgot to invite your employer to the wedding, make sure you let them know about any name/address changes to ensure your Form W-2 isn’t sent to an old address. • If you purchased insurance coverage from the Health Insurance Marketplace and have advance payments of the premium tax credit made directly to your insurer, it’s important that you report changes in circumstances, such as changes in your name or family size, to your Marketplace.

• Select the right tax form. Newly married taxpayers may find that they now have enough deductions to itemize on their tax returns. • Choose the best filing status. A person’s marital status on Dec. 31 determines whether the person is considered married for that year. Generally, the tax law allows married couples to choose to file their federal income tax return either jointly or separately for any given year. Figuring the tax both ways can determine which filing status will result in the lowest tax.

CREDIT FOR SUMMER CHILD CARE EXPENSES Many parents pay for childcare or day camps in the summer while they work. These expenses may qualify for a federal tax credit that can lower your taxes. Check out these Child & Dependent Care Credit facts: • Expenses must be for the care of one or more qualifying people — usually your dependent child or children under age 13. For more about this rule see Publication 503, Child and Dependent Care Expenses. • Expenses must be work-related. You must pay for the care so you can work or look for work. This rule also applies to your spouse if you file a joint return. Your spouse meets this rule during any month they are a full-time student. They also meet it if they’re physically or mentally incapable of self-care. • You and your spouse must have earned income, if filing jointly. And, as a rule, if you’re married you must file a joint return to take the credit. But, this rule doesn’t apply if you’re legally separated or if you and your spouse live apart. • Whether you pay for care at home, at a daycare facility, or at a day camp, you may qualify for the credit. • The credit is a percentage of the qualified expenses you pay. In can be as much as 35 percent of your expenses, depending on your income. • The total expense that you can use for the credit in a year is limited. The limit is $3,000 for one qualifying person or $6,000 for two or more. • Overnight camp or summer school tutoring costs do qualify. You can’t include the cost of care provided by your spouse or your child who is under 19 at the end of the year. You also cannot count the cost of care given by a person you can claim as a dependent. Special rules apply if you get dependent care benefits from your employer. • Be sure to keep your receipts and records. Note the name, address and SS number or employer ID number of the care provider. This information must be reported when you claim the credit on your tax return. • Remember that this credit is not just a summer tax benefit. You may be able to claim it for care you pay for throughout the year.

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Visitor Industry Updates “BILL ON THE ROAD” VISITS SIOUX FALLS

The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) hosted Bill Clevlen with “Bill on the Road” July 10-12. Clevlen recorded four interviews for his podcast, which discusses unique road trip ideas for travelers. The podcast receives more than 60,000 views per month.

The Washington, D.C. area was blanketed with Sioux Falls promotions during the CVB’s sales blitz in June. Part of the promotion included wrapping metro buses with images of Falls Park.

CVB SALES TEAM MAKES SPLASH IN WASHINGTON, D.C.

The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) conducted their annual Washington, D.C. sales blitz June 15-19. While in D.C., the sales team met with 33 meeting and event planners, attended two American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) meetings and one Convention Industry Council (CIC) event. The sales blitz was supported by a marketing campaign promoting Sioux Falls that was geo-targeted to the Washington, D.C. metro area. Marketing efforts included direct mail, Pandora audio and metro bus wraps. The campaign centered on encouraging planners to consider Sioux Falls for their next business meeting, convention or event and reached more than 21.4 million people. Twenty ultra-super king metro buses were wrapped with a picturesque photo of Falls Park. The buses run on four routes through the heart of downtown as well as areas within the metro, including: Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria, Tyson’s Corner, McLean, Georgetown, Silver Spring and Bethesda. A great deal of the success in securing a national piece of business is due to the local involvement and support with the organization or association. If you have a local connection to any national organizations or associations, contact a member of the CVB sales team at (605) 275-6060 or sales@siouxfalls.com.

CVB TO ATTEND TOURISM EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR

The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau will travel to Portland, Ore. Aug. 23-25 for the U.S. Travel Association’s Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO). ESTO is the only national forum where tourism destination professionals at the state, regional and local levels get critical tools, tips and information to help them better market and grow their destinations. Educational sessions range from public relations, marketing trends, international travel marketing, visitor centers, air service development and more.

While in Sioux Falls, Clevlen recorded with Sioux Falls CVB Creative & Communications Manager Betsy McCarty and Tourism Sales Manager Alexa Steiner as well as representatives from Badlands Pawn Gold and Jewelry, Sioux Falls JazzFest, and SculptureWalk. The podcasts are now available on iTunes. The CVB would like to thank the Homewood Suites by Hilton for providing the complimentary accommodation for the hosting. Clevlen has recorded podcasts for many cities such as Houston, Nashville, Baltimore, Kansas City and Louisville. Follow more of his adventures at billontheroad.com.

DIOCESE TO HOST CELEBRATION IN SIOUX FALLS

The Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls is celebrating their 125th Anniversary with events across eastern South Dakota. Sioux Falls will host the Legacy of Faith celebration, which will be held at the Sioux Falls Arena and Convention Center Aug. 14-16. Thousands are expected to attend. Room blocks are reserved at five Sioux Falls hotels; the Guesthouse Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn City Centre, Ramada Hotel & Suites, Best Western PLUS Ramkota Hotel and the Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel. This diocesan-wide gathering includes keynote speakers, education, spiritual and prayer opportunities, live music, children’s activities and more. This event is not exclusive to the Diocese of Sioux Falls but is open to all. For a full schedule of events and registration information visit sfcatholic.org/legacy.

SIOUX FALLS TO HOST ASA MEN’S E STATE TOURNAMENT

The 2015 ASA Men’s E State Tournament will be held in Sioux Falls on Aug. 15-16 at Harmadon Park Softball Complex. The tournament will feature approximately 30 teams from South Dakota, all chasing the South Dakota state title in the “E” division. Sioux Falls was awarded the opportunity to host the tournament after presenting a bid at the ASA State Convention in Pierre in January. The ASA Men’s E State Tournament has been held in Brookings the last three years. The bid proposal was created in collaboration with Monty Bohrer, Sioux Falls Men’s ASA Representative, and the Sioux Falls CVB. “We are excited and ready to put on a successful and fun event for all the teams and fans,” Bohrer said. “Sioux Falls would like to grow this tournament and host a successful event for several years.”

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Visitor Industry Updates

CVB TO ATTEND TRAVEL MEDIA EVENT

Sales Manager Alexa Steiner will represent the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau at Travel Media Showcase (TMS) in Bloomington, Ind. Aug. 11-14. TMS offers a unique opportunity for top travel journalists and travel industry professionals to meet one-on-one at a single location for the purpose of exchanging information and developing personal contacts. The three-day program includes two days of scheduled journalist/exhibitor appointment sessions, regional press tours and numerous networking opportunities. More than 30 qualified prescheduled media appointments have been made for Sioux Falls during the marketplace. Sioux Falls hosted TMS in 2012 and continues to see the return on hosting this national event.

CVB PARTICIPATES IN CONNECT MARKETPLACES

FALLS PARK HITS CBS NATIONAL NEWS

CBS This Morning has shown a live picture of Falls Park via the KELO TV’s skycam 25 times on the national morning news. Additionally, the Falls Park skycam has also been shown during the close of the CBS Evening News. CBS network executives say that KELO TV’s skycam at Falls Park is their favorite to use of all the CBS stations with an HD skycam. The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau extends special thanks to KELO TV for helping promote the city.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS TO BE HELD IN SIOUX FALLS IN 2018

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas selected Sioux Falls to host their 2018 National Convention. This will be the first time the Catholic Daughters of the Americas will host an event in South Dakota. The national convention will coordinate with the 100th anniversary of the South Dakota State Court as a division of the organization. The convention will be held June 17-21, 2018, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center with the Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel as the headquarter hotel. The convention will bring more than 1,000 attendees from across the U.S. The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) hosted the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Executive Committee for a site visit May 11-14. During the site visit the Executive Committee was able to tour the Sioux Falls Convention Center, Sioux Falls Arena, Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel, three Catholic churches that could host a 800-900 person mass. In addition, they dined at several local restaurants and went to Falls Park.

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The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will attend Connect Marketplace in Pittsburgh Aug. 27-29. Connect Marketplace is a combination show — Connect Sports, Connect Specialty Marketplace and Connect Association Marketplace — with three marketplace appointment schedules all taking place at once. The three marketplaces will run simultaneously, allowing the CVB to capitalize on one-on-one appointment schedules with three different markets. The show is produced by Collinson Media & Events. They operate three marketplace shows annually. The other two focus on the religious market and corporate market: Rejuvenate Marketplace and Collaborate Marketplace. This will be the fourth year the CVB will attend Connect Marketplace. In addition to the three marketplace appointment schedules, the U.S. Olympic Committee has partnered with Collinson Media & Events to include their Olympic SportsLink conference and their NGB (National Governing Bodies) Best Practices seminar with the Connect Sports segment of Connect Marketplace. The 2015 show will be the first time that the U.S. Olympic Committee and the NGBs will be a part of the show.

CENTER OF FARM RANCH BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BOOKS SIOUX FALLS

The Center of Farm Ranch Business Management picked Sioux Falls to host their national conference in June 2016. The conference will host 200 attendees plus their families for four days. The Center of Farm Ranch Business Management visited Sioux Falls in July 2014 and toured the city, hotels and facilities. After a long site selection process the selection committee chose Sioux Falls as their 2016 host city.

SOUTH DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION STATE STUDENT COUNCIL TO MEET IN SIOUX FALLS

Nearly 1,000 of the brightest minds in South Dakota will be coming to Sioux Falls in April 2016. The South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) selected Sioux Falls to host the 2016 State Student Council. The Council’s primary focus is to encourage and support the development, growth and unity of student councils in South Dakota. With 180 schools representing the South Dakota Student Council Association (SDSCA), this is a well-attended event. It will be held at the Sioux Falls Convention Center April 3-5, 2016.

In July at a mosque in Turkey, a tour operator who attended Rocky Mountain International (RMI) in Sioux Falls earlier this year was spotted wearing one of the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau’s “Heart of America” T-shirts. The shirts are for sale, along with many other items, at the Falls Park Visitor Information Center.

CVB SHOWCASES AT ASAE ANNUAL MEETING & EXPO

The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will participate in the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Annual Meeting & Exposition in Detroit Aug. 3-6. More than 5,000 association executives from around the world are expected to attend. The executives represent association professionals, federal government employees, higher education educators, independent consultants, corporate meeting planners and attorneys. The CVB will promote the Sioux Falls “Be Our VIP” program, which offers a complimentary site visit to meeting planners interested in booking a future convention, meeting or event in Sioux Falls.

The ASAE represents more than 21,000 association executives and approximately 9,300 industry partners, such as the CVB. The ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition is one of the largest industry shows, bringing together top decision-makers in the association world for learning sessions, networking opportunities and a solutionfilled expo hall.

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

Ribbon Cuttings

The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce holds ribbon cutting ceremonies for members to celebrate joining the Chamber, milestone anniversaries, grand openings, expansions or remodelings. Ribbon cutting ceremonies are organized free of charge for members and are held Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. 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.

AeroStay Hotel

NEW MEMBER

2821 N. JAYCEE LN. aerostay.com AeroStay Hotel offers luxury, comfort and convenience to travelers near and far. They are the only hotel connected to the Sioux Falls Regional Airport. L to R: Dan Letellier, Corey Weide, Isis Miller, Dean Karsky, Jan Grunewaldt (regional director), Levi Kary (general manager), Amy O’Connor Hoback, Tim Anderson and Rachel Hatch.

Americans for Prosperity

5032 S. BUR OAK PL., STE. 100 americansforprosperity.org/south-dakota Americans for Prosperity is a non-partisan organization that educates citizens about the history and value of free-market principles and advocates for more economic freedom. L to R: Dustin Zvonek, Carrie Dragt, Debbie Healy, Ben Lee (state director), Bobbi Thury, Larry Ayres, Liz Lloyd and Chad Krier. NEW MEMBER

The Bakery LLC

910 N. MAIN AVE. thebakerysf.com The Bakery LLC is open to the community to connect, be educated and build business. L to R: Meg Ellefson, Corey Weide, Stacy Wrightsman, Clint Brown (co-founder), Brian Rand (co-founder), Rod Carlson, Bobbi Thury, Maggie Groteluschen, Mayor Mike Huether and Andy Jorgenson. NEW MEMBER

BodyLogic Massage Studio

5709 S. REMINGTON PL., STE. 100 BodyLogic Massage Studio specializes in therapeutic massage. L to R: Allie Black, Liz Lloyd, Corey Weide, Chris Filsinger, Tone Moriston (owner/massage therapist), Betty Oldenkamp, Deb Peterson and Abdul Mohammed.

NEW MEMBER

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RIBBON CUTTINGS Buche’s Bargain Butcher

200 S. KIWANIS AVE. Buche’s Bargain Butcher provides quality meal solutions at the best price guaranteed. L to R: Chris McFayden, Dustin Brouwer, Corey Weide, Aaron Goettig, R.F. Buche (president), Anita Wetsch and Dean Karsky.

NEW MEMBER

Escape Float Spa

3400 W. 49TH ST. #112 escapefloatspa.com Escape Float Spa is Sioux Falls’ first sensory deprivation center that offers individuals a way to “escape” the chaos of the day to day stresses. L to R: P.K. Nduru, Dean Karsky, Korey Kyle (co-owner), Wes Geier (co-owner), Corey Weide, Adam Cooper, Derrick Karsky and Kolby Kyle. NEW MEMBER

First Savings Bank

5800 S. WESTERN AVE. firstsavingsbanks.com First Savings Bank is a community bank that specializes in great customer experiences and services. L to R: Bryon Ekdom, Wendy Bergan, Corey Weide, Morgan Larson (president/ CEO), Gary Gaspar, Frank Farrar (owner), Amy O’Connor Hoback and Cory Hughes. NEW LOCATION

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

830 GATEWAY LN., TEA grandstayhospitality.com GrandStay Hotel & Suites Tea/Sioux Falls brings an exciting new lodging option to Tea and Sioux Falls visitors. L to R: Nathan Sieve, Lynda Billars, Corey Weide, Lexie Jacobson, Arlyn Olsen (owner), Cheryl Olsen (owner), Dr. Dave Kapaska, Eric Olsen, Carrie Dragt and Angie Munce. NEW MEMBER

GreatLife, Orthopedic InstituteD1 Sports Training, Sioux Falls Storm and Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

GROUNDBREAKING

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NW CORNER 69TH & SOUTHEASTERN woodlakeathleticclub.com The 40,300 sq. ft, multi-tenant building will focus on sports performance training and healthy living. Tenants include GreatLife, Orthopedic Institute-D1 Sports Training, Sioux Falls Storm and Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital. L to R: Keith Baumgarten, M.D., Norm Drake, Pete Looby, M.D., Tom Walsh, Sr., Rick Kiley, Tom Simmons, Tyler Haahr and Todd Tryon.

RIBBON CUTTINGS Hidden Hill Apartments

950 N. CLIFF AVE. Hidden Hills Apartments broke ground on the development of a 179-unit apartment complex and 43 single family lots. L to R: Randy Martins, Sam Bermudez, Mike Uithoven, Todd Meierhenry, Kenny Anderson, Ryan Rients, Mayor Mike Huether, Cody Lammers, Chris Carlson, Paul Bruflat and Scott Lawrence. GROUNDBREAKING

Horse Help Providers, Inc. (Double HP)

NEW MEMBER

25337 470TH AVE., CROOKS newhopehorses.org Horse Help Providers, Inc. (Double HP) and their horses partnered with Carissa Palmberg Counseling to provide equine-assisted teambuilding workshops for businesses and counseling for families. L to R: Spirit, Christina Antonsen, Corey Weide, Ruth Christopherson, Sandy Case, Carissa Palmberg (EAGALA Partner), Darci Hortness, Greg Schjodt, Larry Ayres, Angela Christensen and Rocky.

Huether Family MATCH POINTE

playthepointe.com Huether Family MATCH POINTE is an indoor tennis facility for all members of the community. L to R: Bill Townsend, Tyler Haahr, Fr. Andrew Young, Jessie Daw (executive director), Larry Ayres, Kylie Kiesner, Lexie Jacobson, Sheila Hoff, Corey Weide, Mayor Mike Huether and Cindy Huether. NEW MEMBER

Legends Western Wear & Tack

800 S. WESTERN AVE., STE. C, HARTFORD Legends Western Wear & Tack is a new boutique style western store located in Hartford. L to R: Angie Root, Corey Weide, Mark Luke, Janel Cole, Sherri Goebel (Hartford Chamber of Commerce), Rhonda Loges (owner/manager), Andrea Loges and Ryan Bak.

NEW MEMBER

Siouxbelly, LLC dba Potbelly Sandwich Shop

NEW MEMBER

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2101 W. 41ST ST., STE. 54 potbelly.com Siouxbelly, LLC dba Potbelly Sandwich Shop is now located in neighborhoods across 18 different states and offers toasty warm sandwiches, salads and hand-dipped milkshakes all made fresh to order. L to R: Patrick White, Amy O’Connor Hoback, Liz Lloyd, Lexie Jacobson, Paul Goldammer (owner), Tim Sturdevant, Daren Anderson and Amy Zach.

RIBBON CUTTINGS Premier Bookkeeping & Business Services

NEW MEMBER

101 S. REID ST. #307 premierbbs.com Premier Bookkeeping & Business Services offers affordable accounting and business services for small businesses while finding innovative ways to save their clients time and money. L to R: Krista Hadrick, Julie Nelson, Gary Gaspar, Sarah Young (partner), Chris Filsinger, Andrea Eden (partner), Jay Soukup, Madison Eden, Greg Eden, Carson Eden, Corey Weide and Mike Young.

Sanford Profile

8701 W. 32ND ST. sanfordhealth.org Sanford Profile is a personalized weight loss program that offers nutritious meal plans and products, unlimited one-on-one coaching and smart tracking technology. L to R: Heather Behrens, Corey Weide, Dean Karsky, Jill Biltoft, Julie Nelson, Courtney Davidson (director of marketing), Dave Stadheim and Dan O’Keefe. NEW LOCATION

ReliaMax Holding Company

2300 E. 54TH ST. N. reliamax.com ReliaMax Holding Company is the only company to offer a complete private student loan solution including origination, servicing and insurance. L to R: Garrett Wilson, Lynda Billars, Corey Weide, Betty Oldenkamp, Paul Dockry (president/CEO), Peter Shaw, Christie Aberson and Carrie Dragt. EXPANSION

South Dakota Peach Festival/ The Fruit Club

NEW MEMBER

southdakotapeachfestival.com The mission of the South Dakota Peach Festival/The Fruit Club is to enhance the quality of community life and pride of each South Dakota resident by offering fresh fruit. L to R: Darryl Nordquist, Corey Weide, Sara Cazun, Bobbi Thury, Lynn Albers (event organizer), Jessica Nelson, Irina Kleinsasser, Dan Doyle, Joey Rotert and Twila Hansen.

City of Sioux Falls25th ADA Anniversary

MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY

siouxfalls.org The City of Sioux Falls celebrated the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. L to R: Kendra Gottsleben, Mayor Mike Huether, Kathleen Harris Causey, Lexie Jacobson, Zachary M. Florent, David Johnson, Dr. Dave Kapaska, Lori Lewison (DAC chair), Corey Weide, Colleen Moran (assistant city attorney), Nathan Stallinga and Tana Zwart. chambernews.com | Chamber News 49

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 Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. An online Membership Directory can be found at siouxfallschamber.com or by using the Chamber’s App, available in the iTunes and Google Play stores. Want to become a member? Call (605) 336-1620.

AMERI/STAR Real Estate, Inc.Codi Nincehelser Affiliate-Real Estate Codi Nincehelser, (605) 370-9991 5900 S. Western Ave., Ste. 200, 57108

Artisan Concrete Concepts

Dakota Bail Bonds

Grand Living

Bail Bonds Sydney Parker, (605) 338-2499 521 N. Minnesota Ave., 57104

Associate Member Therese Larson 21940 Minnetonka Blvd., Excelsior, MN 55331 grandliving.com

Dan’s Drugstore

Associate Member Chad Guthmiller, (605) 695-1802 PO Box 433, Scotland, SD 57059

Pharmacies Dan Peterson, (605) 275-9442 5028 S. Cliff Ave., 57108 dansdrugstore.com

B2B CFO

Development Counsellors International

Business Consultant Loren VenHuizen, (605) 261-0944 lorenvenhuizencfo.com

Calhoun Communications, Inc. Associate Member Lance Martin, (712) 233-9051 705 Douglas St., Ste. 540, Sioux City, IA 51101 calhouncommunications.com

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Associate Member Julie Curtin, (303) 627-2072 215 Park Ave. S., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003 aboutdci.com

Filly Flair Boutique Meg Ellefson, (605) 362-9910 6212 Pinnacle Pl., 57108 fillyflair.com

Rainbow Cards, Comics & Collectibles Sportscards Dave McElroy, (605) 338-9519 3310 S. Minnesota Ave., 57105 rainbowcardsandcomics.com

TownePlace Suites South Hotels & Motels Brenda Spicer, (605) 274-2480 6400 S. Connie Ave., 57108 towneplacesuitessiouxfalls.com

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 Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. To learn more about Chamber membership, contact (605) 336-1620 or sfacc@siouxfalls.com. Find a complete Membership Directory online at siouxfallschamber.com or on your smartphone using the Chamber’s app — search “Sioux Falls Chamber” in the Google Play or iTunes stores.

30 YEARS

5 YEARS

Hospitals sfsurgical.com

Associate Member sf.k12.sd.us

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

Thurman, Comes, Foley & Co., LLP Accountants-Certified Public

15 YEARS

Edgewood Vista Sioux Falls-Memory Care Alzheimer’s Care edgewoodvista.com

Sioux Falls Arts Council Associate Member artssiouxfalls.org

Titze’s Auto Repair, Inc. Automobile Repairing & Service

Career & Technical Education Academy

Institute of Design & Technology of SD Associate Member idtsd.org

Larry Fuller Associate Member

RockTenn Boxes, Corrugated rocktenn.com

U.S. Representative Kristi Noem Associate Member noem.house.gov

FIRST-YEAR MEMBERS WHO REINVESTED DURING THEIR JUNE ANNIVERSARY MONTH:

Betty Ordal

Associate Member

Don Dunham III Real Estate Real Estate dondunham.com

Farm Bureau Financial ServicesTim Anderson Insurance fbfs.com

Net Profit Marketing Internet Marketing & Advertising netprofitmarketing.com

Paramount Exteriors

10 YEARS

Roofing Contractors paramountext.com

Computer Repair facebook.com/heavyweightpc

The Market

Heavyweight PC

Piper Custom Framing & Fine Art Gallery

Wine themarketsf.com

Framing Galleries-Retail pipercustomframing.com

The Select Team-Keller Williams Realty Sioux Falls-Sandy Poppenga

Summit Group Software

Real Estate sandyp.yourkwagent.com

Associate Member summitgroupsoftware.com

The Select Team-Keller Williams Realty Sioux Falls-Sharese Ihnen Real Estate-Affiliate sharese.kwrealty.com

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FIVE QUESTIONS

Five questions with Marty and Amy DesLauriers Marty DesLauriers is a Financial Advisor with UBS in Sioux Falls. He is a Mitchell, S.D., native and graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato, where he met his wife, Amy. The DesLauriers’ moved to Sioux Falls in 2010. He joined the Young Professionals Network in 2011 and was asked to be on the Steering Committee in 2012. This month he and his wife will co-chair the 3rd annual Crossroads Summit. He also serves on the board of directors for the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra.

DESCRIBE SIOUX FALLS IN THREE WORDS: Progressing, Philanthropic, Lively

WHAT IS ONE OF SIOUX FALLS’ BEST-KEPT SECRETS?

MARTY DESLAURIERS UBS

I’d have to say the philanthropy. We are all aware of the big, headlinemaking projects in town and the great impact those have on our community, but it’s the large number of small donors that surprised me. In the last year I was a part of three separate fundraising campaigns, and the support that both the business and private community gave is something we should all be proud of.

WHAT IS THE BEST THING THE CHAMBER DOES FOR THE SIOUX FALLS AREA? The Chamber does a great job bringing together both the public and private sectors to continue moving Sioux Falls in a good direction.

WHAT ARE YOU READING RIGHT NOW? I’m split between two books, “Burning Shield: The Jason Schechterle Story,” who is our Crossroads Summit morning keynote speaker, and “A Brief History of Time: Stephen Hawking.” Having zero education in physics or astronomy, “Burning Shield” is a much easier read.

WHAT IS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? When I was growing up, my parents always taught me to treat others the way you want to be treated.

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FIVE QUESTIONS

Marty DesLauriers is a Financial Advisor with UBS in Sioux Falls. Amy DesLauriers is a Media Strategist with Lawrence & Schiller. Both are graduates of Minnesota State University, Mankato, where they met.

The DesLauriers’ moved to Sioux Falls in 2010. Both are active in the Chamber’s Young Professionals Network and this month they both will co-chair the 3rd Crossroads Summit.

Amy DesLauriers is a Media Strategist with Lawrence & Schiller. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Minnesota State University and has her master’s degree from the University of South Dakota. She is a member of the Chamber’s Young Professionals Network and became more involved over the past year working with the Chamber and other YPN members in planning the upcoming Crossroads Summit conference.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT SIOUX FALLS? I love Sioux Falls because it has everything a person would need or want from city-life without long commutes, heavy traffic or big-city issues like pollution. We have more food options than I could ever dine at, a variety of entertainment options, excellent healthcare and all the retail-therapy a person could need, especially for someone like me who doesn’t love to shop.

DESCRIBE SIOUX FALLS IN THREE WORDS: Friendly, Growing, Connected

AMY DESLAURIERS Lawrence & Schiller

WHAT IS THE BEST THING THE CHAMBER DOES FOR THE SIOUX FALLS AREA? The Chamber’s focus on community and business development helps to ensure Sioux Falls is continually developing and improving for a better tomorrow, in both work and play. I think that is really what every resident is looking for in a place to call home.

WHAT HAVE YOU OR YOUR EMPLOYER GAINED FROM BEING A CHAMBER MEMBER? I have received many benefits from being a Chamber member including educational events, professional development opportunities like co-chairing the upcoming Crossroads Summit and building relationships with other Chamber and YPN members. All of these opportunities allow me to be a better employee, co-worker and community member.

WHAT IS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU EVER RECEIVED? I’ve been given a lot of advice throughout the years from parents, teachers and mentors, but my favorite is the simple idea that success only comes to those who work for it because it can be applied to all aspects of life.

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

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FROM THE ARCHIVES

As a membership organization with a history spanning more than a century, the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce has influenced progress across the community in a number of ways throughout the decades.

Fun at the Sioux Empire Fair

LEFT: Finished just in time for the 1958 Sioux Empire Fair was the 5,000-seat steel and concrete grandstand. This photo is taken the afternoon of Stock Car Racing in August 1958. This year, the grandstand will be filled again as part of the Chamber-sponsored Ag Appreciation Day. Area businesses provide volunteers to serve a complimentary lunch to area farmers as a way to say thank you. The day is sponsored by Touchstone Energy. RIGHT: The 76th Annual Sioux Empire Fair started July 31 and runs through Aug. 9. Pictured is the view from the top of the Ferris wheel in 1958, facing the direction of the new Grandstand.

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