News for Chamber

Planning a business event is a bit like putting together a Broadway show—every detail, from the lighting to the script, plays a role in how the audience (or in this case, your guests) will remember it. Whether you’re hosting a networking mixer, a product launch, or a company-wide retreat, the stakes are high. It’s not just about filling a room; it’s about crafting an experience that aligns with ...read more

Venturing into real estate investment presents a unique blend of opportunities and challenges. To thrive in this dynamic field, adopting effective property management tools and strategies is essential. From crafting detailed lease agreements to integrating smart technology, these measures not only protect your investments but also enhance tenant satisfaction. By focusing on efficiency and ...read more

Husband and Wife Team Brings Executive-Level Property Management Services to Hartford   When Tony and LaVonne Randall discussed starting a property management business in Hartford, they knew exactly how they would approach it, manage their team, and deliver great customer service.   Since 1994, LaVonne has owned and operated a successful Mary Kay consulting business, where she not ...read more

Minuteman Press promotes small businesses, lifts up the community   Sioux Falls has been home to a franchise location of Minuteman Press for 10 years, but the business has experienced some impressive changes over the last two and a half years after being purchased by Mike and Jessica Hauck.   “When my dad and Jess bought the business, it was with the understanding of, ‘How can we help ...read more

Two years ago, Josh Hamann and Dave Stofferan did not forecast that a business would bloom out of their garage.  As the owners of Two Guys & A Garage — a new automotive repair shop in Hartford, South Dakota — Hamann and Stofferan are still in the primitive stages of development.  The two began “wrenching” (mechanic-speak for general repair) out of Hamann’s Sioux Falls home in 2017.  All ...read more

There are relatively few people in the world — let alone in Southeastern South Dakota — who truly understand the technology behind Primary Manufacturing.  And yet, the high-tech plastics manufacturer is located right on Main Street in Humboldt, South Dakota.  Ladd McCluskey is the engineer-founder who opened the manufacturing business in 2017, following an encounter with the brand-new ...read more

“Take care of your employees, and they’ll take care of your customers.”  That phrase is attributed to business magnate Sir Richard Branson, who, among many things, is famous for his companies’ excellent cultures.  Central States Manufacturing — a national metal roofing and siding manufacturer — may not find their influence from Sir Branson, but their philosophies certainly align.  Now, the ...read more

Take The Trip - Jamie Zomer  The dream of travel is glamorous, yet the end result is not always so.  Months of anticipation and excitement precede this once-in-a-lifetime experience, only to be muffled by transportation delays, disappointing accommodations, or unsatisfied expectations.  If this occurrence is familiar, you are not alone. Travel is a luxury desired by most, yet common excuses ...read more