A Seat At The Table

Join us for a seat at the table with Jodi Schwan. Jodi Schwan is a next-generation media leader. Based in Sioux Falls, S.D., she is the founder of Align Content Studio, providing content strategy, production and distribution to clients in a broad range of industries. She also develops and oversees Align's original content brands including www.SiouxFalls.business. Jodi is a former editor, broadcaster and columnist who also is a frequently requested public speaker. Jodi knows Sioux Falls business. From the latest deals to the biggest decision-makers, she’s the best source for local developments. Jodi excels at content strategy designed to build and engage audiences. From video storytelling to news distribution, she knows how to reach people in an increasingly cluttered marketplace. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Pull up a chair and join us for A Seat at the Table with James Oppenheimer, CEO of the Sioux Falls YMCA! James brings a wealth of experience and insights to the discussion. Having moved to Sioux Falls over 15 years ago for a role in the insurance industry, his career journey has also included serving as the Director of Business Operations for Dakota Alliance Soccer Club and as the Executive Director for the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by James’ leadership story and community impact. We hope to see you there! A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Harriet Yocum is a devoted community leader and change agent with a passion for tackling Sioux Falls' most pressing social issues. She has partnered with law enforcement, government officials, and organizations to create anti-human trafficking programs, poverty awareness initiatives, and efforts that empower women and strengthen families. An advocate for people of color and immigrant families, Harriet’s leadership inspires positive change. With degrees in Nursing and Business Administration specializing in Human Resource Management, she has also served as a senior executive for a Fortune 500 company, bringing strategic expertise to all she does. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

  Join us for an Seat at the Table event this April featuring Mindy Kroll, Co-Owner of Time Management Systems (TMS). Mindy will share her journey of stepping into her family’s business, purchasing the company with her sister in 2013, and continuing to build on the strong foundation her parents established. Under Mindy’s leadership, TMS has grown to become one of the largest dealers in the country, providing innovative solutions in Time and Attendance, Payroll, HR, Access Control, Video Surveillance, and Security Systems to clients nationwide. She’ll dive into how TMS stays on the cutting edge of technology while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a leader who has truly changed the game in her industry. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and be inspired by Mindy’s story A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Join us for an Seat at the Table event this May featuring Major General Mark R. Morrell. Major General Mark R. Morrell is the 23rd Adjutant General of the South Dakota National Guard. He serves as Commanding General for both the South Dakota Air and Army National Guard and guides the preparation of 4,200 Air and Army National Guard Citizen Soldiers and Airmen and 1,000 full-time Federal and State employees to respond in times of state or national emergency. General Morrell also serves on Governor Larry Rhoden’s cabinet as the principal advisor to the Governor on all matters involving use of the National Guard.General Morrell entered the Air Force in May 1999 as a distinguished graduate of South Dakota State University. General Morrell is a Command Pilot with over 3,000 flying hours, and is both a graduate of and former instructor at the United States Air Force Weapons School. He has taken part in training operations across the world and has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation New Dawn, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Freedom’s Sentinel along with NATOs Resolute Support Mission. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Join us for an Seat at the Table event this June featuring Randy Knecht. Randy Knecht, CEO of Journey Group, has been in the construction industry for more than 30 years, joining the firm in 1994. Prior to being appointed President and CEO, Randy served as CFO from 1994-2010. Randy leads an outstanding group of dedicated and talented construction professionals. Duties also include developing and maintaining client relationships and overseeing corporate risk strategy. As a member of the Board of Directors, Randy works closely with the board to provide strategic direction and vision for Journey Group. Randy's community support includes serving on the boards of Avera McKennan Board of Trustees, Sioux Empire United Way, and the Sioux Falls Development Foundation. His previous support includes serving on the boards of Junior Achievement, Volunteers of America - Dakotas Foundation, the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce, and the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Appeals and Business Leadership Council. Randy holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting from Northern State University. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

oin us for an Seat at the Table event this July featuring Natalie Eisenberg, CEO of Click Rain. Natalie Eisenberg has spent her career building brands across the region. Since finding her passion for marketing at the University of South Dakota, Natalie has held a variety of roles, all with a strong focus on helping people and organizations find their strength zones to break through in a sea of similarity. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Join us for an Seat at the Table event this July featuring Christine Erickson Christine is a life-long South Dakotan who grew up in Rapid City and started her career in Pierre before settling down in Sioux Falls to raise her family. She is the mom to three very active teen boys: Anthony, Braylon, and Charlie. A graduate of National American University and the University of Sioux Falls. Christine is a former member of the South Dakota House of Representatives and at-large member of the Sioux Falls City Council. Throughout her elected tenure in state and local governments, she has distinguished herself as a problem solver who seeks innovative solutions and brings together diverse interests to accomplish the greater good. Christine is President of the South Dakota Trucking Association. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Join us for an Seat at the Table event this July featuring Briget Solomon. Briget began her career with Goodwill as a Human Resources Associate in 2004. Serving Goodwill in various roles through her tenure, she leads as Chief Executive Officer. Briget is a graduate of Wayne State College, Wayne, NE and received her Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership at the University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD. She is a graduate of Leadership Siouxland and Goodwill Industries International Senior Leadership Development Program. Briget is mission-driven, strategic and has a passion to develop leadership in others. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.

Join us for an Seat at the Table event this December featuring Alana Snyder. Alana started 605 in 2009 with her husband (and co-worker) John. What started as a monthly publication created in their townhome has grown into a strong brand with a talented team officed in downtown Sioux Falls. The pair also runs 605 Creative Co., 605 Weddings, and the 605 Cabin and 605 Hideaway in the Black Hills. A Seat at the Table is reserved for YPN Members only. You must register in advance. You will need to click "Login" on the top right to register for the event. Click "Forgot Password" to set up a password (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register. We are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all event attendees. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Jaci Pieters at jpieters@siouxfalls.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs.