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SUMMARY:Startup Sunrise - AI x SBA Small Business Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of the best monthly entrepreneurial gatherings in Sioux Falls.\nStartup Sioux Falls invites you to a morning of inspiration and connection at our monthly event\, Startup Sunrise. Each month\, two startup founders or business leaders will briefly share their journey\, followed by a facilitated conversation. Startup Sunrise transforms early mornings into a vibrant environment to connect\, learn\, share ideas\, and problem-solve with the brightest minds in our community! \nWhen: Every first Wednesday of the month\, 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM \nWhere: Startup Sioux Falls\, 100 E 6th Street\, Sioux Falls\, SD 57104 \nLearn more about Startup Sunrise here. \nThis Month’s Topic and Speakers:\nIn May\, we look forward to hosting AI Founders with facilitator Sami Zoss\, founder and owner of Zoss Collaborations\, and featured speakers Andy Jorgensen\, founder and owner of AiEdge\, and Andrea Smith\, founder and owner of Advise to Build. \nSBA Small Business Resource Fair:\nJoin us during Startup Sunrise for the SBA Small Business Resource Fair—a free event where South Dakota small business owners can connect with local Resource Partners to get support for starting\, growing\, or expanding their business. \nSchedule\n7:45 AM: Coffee + SBA Small Business Resource Fair \n8:00 AM: Hear from Mayor Paul TenHaken \n8:30 AM: Welcome performance by the featured artist \n8:35 AM: Founder Stories – Hear 3-minute presentations from two founders or business leaders\, followed by a facilitated conversation and audience Q&A. \n9:15 AM: Startup Sunrise concludes\, SBA Resource Fair continues\, FREE coworking begins (8am-5pm) \nTicket Information\nTickets are free\, but space is limited. Grab your free ticket on Eventbrite here. Hurry\, they go fast! \nWho should attend?\n\nFounders\, innovators\, community leaders\, and creatives.\nCommunity builders who want to contribute to the startup community.\nIndividuals who have experience in the industry or topic of the month\n\nWhy Attend?\nStartup Sunrise is your opportunity to kick-start your day with inspiration and connection. A little bit of what you can expect: \n\nInspiration from the stories of startup founders and engaging conversation.\nFace-to-face networking with like-minded people.\nA supportive environment willing to help you take your next step as a founder.\n\nAbout Sami Zoss and Zoss Collaborations \nSami Zoss\, founder of Zoss Collaborations\, is a seasoned executive with expertise in organizational development\, fundraising\, and operational management\, excelling in driving growth through financial stewardship\, process optimization\, and stakeholder engagement. With a proven track record in marketing communications and leadership\, she builds vibrant communities and fosters innovation while delivering mission-driven\, data-informed results. \nAbout Andy Jorgenson and AiEdge \nMeet Andy Jorgensen\, founder of AiEdge – a company dedicated to helping businesses leverage AI and automation to streamline operations and scale with confidence. With a background in sales\, business development\, and recruitment across industries like global recruiting and healthcare\, Andy brings deep expertise to every project. At AiEdge\, the goal is simple: integrate smart solutions so your team can focus on what they do best—growing the business. \nAbout Andrea Smith and Advise to Build \nAndrea Smith\, PMP\, MBA\, leverages over 20 years of leadership experience\, transitioning from Army officer to executive roles and co-founding thriving businesses rooted in community and industry connections. With expertise in engineering\, business\, and IT project management\, she balances her professional insights with a passion for work-life integration as a wife\, mother of five\, and devoted dog mom. \n\n\n\n\n\nEntry Instructions\n\n\n\n\nPlease enter from the east side of the building\, directly adjacent to the parking lot. \nIf an ADA accommodation is needed\, please contact the Startup Sioux Falls office at 605-275-8000. \nParking Instructions: \nFree and paid parking is available throughout the area. Please refer to this parking guide. \nSponsor\nThis event is made possible thanks to a sponsorship from The First National Bank in Sioux Falls. \nQuestions? Contact:\nJeff or Adyn \njeff@startupsiouxfalls.com / adyn@startupsiouxfalls.com
URL:https://www.startupsiouxfalls.com/event/startup-sunrise-ai/
LOCATION:Startup Sioux Falls\, 100 East 6th Street\, Sioux falls\, SD\, 57104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startup Sioux Falls
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SUMMARY:American Advertising Federation - SD (May Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join Startup SF Member\, the American Advertising Federation – South Dakota (AAF-SD) for our May Program. Tickets are $50 for non-members of AAF-SD\, and go on sale 4/28/25. Event is at The Country Club of Sioux Falls and includes lunch.\n– – –\nWe’re excited to welcome Joan Malcheski with the Green Bay Packers to discuss the team’s “You Only Turn 100 Once\,” internal campaign — an 18-month celebration of the Green Bay Packers’ 100 seasons. This presentation will explore the brand overhaul\, strategies\, goals and some logistics behind this multi-million dollar initiative designed to leave a lasting national impression. \nBring your questions and your football enthusiasm — Go Pack Go! \nJoan’s Bio: \nJoan is the Director\, Brand Strategy and Marketing with the Green Bay Packers and has 14 years of experience in agency-life\, she has successfully directed strategies for both B2B and B2C clients\, demonstrating her ability to market a diverse range of products\, from disposable paper goods to unmanned ground vehicles. Most recently\, she served as the Director of the Packers Media (Digital) Group for the Green Bay Packers\, where she developed and oversaw the content strategy that helped optimize one of the NFL’s most-visited club websites. \nIn her current role\, Malcheski has expanded her focus to Brand Strategy and Marketing\, crafting impactful strategies and campaigns that inspire innovative thinking and encourage audience action. Her mission is to deepen engagement with one of the most passionate fan bases in professional sports\, connecting Packers fans with the team through meaningful messaging and interactions. \nA proud Wisconsin native\, Malcheski grew up on a dairy farm and appreciates her roots\, humorously noting that she’s grateful she no longer has to “pick stones”—a task best understood by Midwestern farmers. \nQuestions: contact hello@aaf-sd.org.
URL:https://www.startupsiouxfalls.com/event/american-advertising-federation-sd-may-program/
LOCATION:The Country Club of SF\, 3400 W. 22nd St\, Sioux Falls\, SD
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SUMMARY:Elevate Women - Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:Date: 5/21/2025\nTime: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM (CDT)\nRegistration Deadline: 5/14/2025 5:00 PM (CDT)\nFees: \n\n\n\n\nFull Fee Amount\n$35.00\n\n\n\nTable of 8\n$250.00\nTable of 8\n\n\nVendor Booth\n$60.00\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Policies\nPoint of Contact: Sadie Swier (605) 631-9106\nLocation: 1200 W University Avenue\, Mitchell SD 57301-4358 \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Marketing/Sales\, Networking\, Other\, Social Media\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nJoin us for the second Elevate Women on May 21\, 2025\, in Mitchell\, SD\, at Dakota Wesleyan University from 11:30pm – 3:00pm! \nThe Elevate Women will focus on uplifting YOU personally and professionally! Get ready to hear from women business professionals from the Mitchell area who will leave you inspired and ready to elevate to your next level. NEW THIS YEAR: Professionals from a variety of industries will lead breakout workshops and be available for your small business questions! \n— \nWhen: May 21\, 2025 11:30am – 3:00pm \nWhere: Dakota Wesleyan University School of Business\, Innovation\, and Leadership 1200 W University Ave Mitchell\, SD 57032 \nWhat: Elevate Women Panel Luncheon & Small Business Training Workshops \nSchedule: \n11:30am – 12:00pm     Registration & Lunch\n12:00pm – 12:10pm     Welcome\n12:10pm – 1:00pm       Elevate Women Panel Luncheon Presentation\n1:30pm – 3:00pm         *NEW THIS YEAR* Small Business Training Workshops   \n— \nElevate Panel Speakers \nTBA \nModerator:  \nTBA\nPanelists:  \nTBA\n\nSmall Business Training Workshop Speakers: \nTBA \n\n\n— \n\n\nIndividual tickets cost $35 and table (8) eight seats cost $250. Each ticket includes (1) one lunch and refreshments. \nTICKET DEADLINE: May 14\, 2025 at 5:00pm \nLate TICKET DEADLINE: May 19\, 2025 at 5:00pm and individual tickets will cost $45 \n— \nVendor Booths cost $60 and include (1) one lunch meal. \n— \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Contact Sadie Swier at Sadie.Swier@bhsu.edu \n— \n\nHave questions? Need help registering? Contact the SD CEO team at 605-631-9106 or email Sadie.Swier@bhsu.edu. \nThe SD CEO East Women’s Business Center\, is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Sadie Swier (Sadie.Swier@BHSU.edu.)
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LOCATION:Dakota Wesleyan University School of Business\, Innovation\, and Leadership\, 1200 W University Ave\, Mitchell\, SD\, 57032\, United States
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