A Seat at the Table with Erica Beck

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for a seat at the table with City of Sioux Falls Chief of Staff, Erica Beck. 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.

Registration Required!

A Seat at the Table with Miles Beacom

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for a seat at the table with Mile Beacom, Chief Executive Officer of PREMIER Bankcard. Under Beacom's leadership, PREMIER Bankcard has grown to employee over 1500 people in South Dakota serving more than 4 million customers nationwide, making the company the 14th largest issuer of Mastercard credit cards in the country. Beacom has served on the Board of Directors for numerous organizations, including Sanford Health International, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation, United Way, Dakota State University, Catholic Diocese Foundation, the Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota, and the Freedom Scholarship Board. Beacom is a graduate of Dakota State University and has provided three gifts to DSU for the construction of academic, research and athletic facilities. In 2009, the University of South Dakota dedicated the Beacom School of Business in his honor. 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.

Registration Required!

Power Lunch

All Day Cafe 2101 W 41st St., Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Research says one of the best ways to improve your productivity at work is to take a lunch break. So check out of the office (or your home office) for the noon hour and enjoy lunch with us! We do ask that you RSVP in advance so we can monitor space requirements. 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.

Registration Required!

Morning Buzz

The Sampson House 522 N. Main Ave., Suite 100, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Join other YPN members for networking while getting your morning (coffee) buzz. Morning-minded young professionals are invited to come to enjoy coffee and conversation with other YPN members. This Morning Buzz is being hosted by The Sampson House.

Free, open to all YPN members!

Our Sioux Falls | Teddy Bear Den

The Teddy Bear Den 500 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Discover the story of the Teddy Bear Den—delve into its history, explore the range of services offered, and take a tour of their facility. Join us to learn and engage! Registration is required. Limited to the first 15 to register. Please add it to your calendar if you do register. 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.

Registration Required!

A Seat at the Table with Lisa Romkema

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for a seat at the table with Lisa Romkema, CEO of Sioux Empire United Way. Lisa was originally born and raised on a farm near Springfield, South Dakota and her very first job was destasseling corn for a few weeks one summer! She went on to earn a degree in Business/Marketing from Dakota State University. After graduation, she worked for Target as an Executive Team Leader, relocating from Watertown, SD to Fargo, ND, and eventually the Twin Cities, before deciding to move back closer to home. Lisa is well-acquainted with SEUW, having previously served as Campaign Director from 2010 to 2015. She has a successful track record of annual giving campaigns, major giving, and planned giving, with nearly 14 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit leadership.  Now as the CEO, Lisa will be responsible for the overall strategic vision and leadership to a talented professional team, as well as to a dedicated board, community volunteers, agency partners, and organizational stakeholders. According to Lisa, she is thrilled and "excited does even scratch the surface!" 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.

Registration Required!

Social Action Team Meeting

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Party planners and extroverts, this team is for you! The Social Action Team plans all of the YPN networking and fun social events such as Off the Clock, Morning Buzz, Power Lunch, and many others.

YPN Members Only!

YPN Community Connections Tour: Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire

Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire 2001 E 8th St., Sioux Falls, South Dakota

  YPN Community Connections Tours offer a unique opportunity to explore local businesses up close. On this tour, you'll get an behind-the-scenes look at the Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire Registration is required, and spots are limited to the first 25 registrants. If you sign up, be sure to mark your calendar!

Registration Required!

Personal & Professional Development/Civic Engagement Action Team

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

This action team plans tours of new projects in town, lines up phenomenal speakers and generally guides the educational elements of YPN while also looking for ways to educate YPN members about current issues in our community and encourage civic participation among young professionals. . If you enjoy brainstorming events that help young professionals develop both personally and professionally then this is the team for you!

YPN Members Only!

Meet Me at the Mixer

The DISTRICT 4521 W. Empire Place, Sioux Falls

Meet up with other YPN members to expand your network at the Chamber’s November Mixer. This event features the annual Holiday Fair with Chamber member businesses showcasing their products and services. If you’ve never been to a Chamber Mixer before, just look for the YPN booth and we’ll help you get connected! Complimentary hor d’oeuvres & cash bar. COST: $5.00

Open to all YPN members!

YPN Community Connections Tour: Washington Pavilion

Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Ave., Sioux Falls, South Dakota

  YPN Community Connections Tours offer a unique opportunity to explore local businesses up close. On this tour, you'll get an behind-the-scenes look at the Washington Pavilion, a staple in downtown Sioux Falls. Registration is required, and spots are limited to the first 25 registrants. If you sign up, be sure to mark your calendar!

Registration Required!

A Seat at the Table with Jeff Eckhoff

Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 200 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for a seat at the table with Jeff Eckhoff, the Director of Planning and Development Services for the City of Sioux Falls.  Jeff has been in this role since May 28, 2019, and brings a wealth of experience to the table. His career spans 16 years as Executive Director of the Lincoln and Minnehaha County Economic Development Associations, seven years as State Director of the South Dakota Small Business Development Center, and four years with the City of Sioux Falls. He holds a bachelor's degree from South Dakota State University and a master's degree from the University of South Dakota. 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.

Registration Required!