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Spotlight Sioux Falls

Steve Schmidt, Melissa Goodwin

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Welcome to SpotLight Sioux Falls! This is the source of news for everything from featuring local business leaders and their stories, foodie news, events, quirky and fun things to do and just about anything you can imagine in this wonderful City of Sioux Falls, SD! Whether you are looking for a place to get out and hike, hitting up a local concert or learning the back stories from the business owners in your community, you will find it at the intersection of Commerce and Culture - SpotLight S ...
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Dr. Maria Bell, founder and visionary behind Digital Twin Imaging (DTI), a company at the forefront of school safety innovation. DTI's cutting-edge 4D modeling technology creates hyper-realistic, data-rich digital replicas of schools, allowing first responders and school administrators to s…
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Ryan Senden isn't your average builder, he's the guy people call when a project looks impossible. In this episode, Ryan and his crew take on one of their most complex challenges yet: relocating a 150-year-old farmhouse, rebuilding its foundation, and aligning it with millimeter precision - all without losing the soul of the original home. For Ryan,…
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In this episode, we sit down with Trisha Dohn, Founder and CEO of Well365, to talk about what employee well-being really means—and why it's not just a perk anymore. It's table stakes. With both physical and mental health, the conversation dives deep into how access to 24/7 wellness resources can change the game for your people and your company. Whe…
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In this episode, we sit down with Alex Johnson, the man behind Advance Laser Cleaning Systems (ALR), to uncover how laser technology is reshaping everything from construction sites to living rooms. Alex breaks down the science and the surprisingly simple process behind laser cleaning, showing us why industries across the board are making the switch…
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💡 Special thanks to our sponsor, Solvo Global — providing innovative staffing solutions for businesses across the U.S. Learn more here: https://magnetic.wiki/SolvoGlobal In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we return to Midwest Hyperbarics to explore the healing power of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Nurse practitioners Jada and Jessica share the…
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🎟️ Get your tickets now to AI EDGE SUMMIT 2025: https://aiedgesummit.com/home?am_id=steve4091 In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Andy Jorgensen from the AI Edge Summit team to talk about how this world-class event is bringing hands-on AI training to Sioux Falls. From Microsoft Copilot workshops to AI-powered hiring and conte…
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Tired of harsh chemicals in your home? In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, Melissa and Steve sit down with Kai, Shane, and Brianne from Lemon Fresh Cleaners, the female-led cleaning company that's revolutionizing how Sioux Falls cleans. From natural, non-toxic products to a satisfaction guarantee, Lemon Fresh isn't just another cleaning servi…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Ryan Senden of Senden Construction at a unique South Dakota cottage near the Minnesota border. Ryan shares the story of a full home remodel designed for a large family who loves to gather, garden, and entertain. From custom white oak finishes to creative kitchen design and even a garden kit…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Brad and Brian Jans, second-generation leaders of Jans Corporation. Founded in 1982, Jans Corporation has played a key role in shaping Sioux Falls — from downtown landmarks like the Phillips Centre and Commerce Center to churches, schools, and commercial spaces across the region. Brad and B…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we meet Tony "The Big Cheese" and the incredible crew behind Big Poppa's Pizza. Known for their hand-braided crusts, unique sweet-and-savory sauce, and authentic Chicago-style deep dish, Big Poppa's is more than just a pizza shop — it's an experience. From taste-testing 19 sauce recipes to creating a fun, m…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we meet Ryan Senden of Senden Construction, a builder specializing in timber frame homes designed to withstand fire, tornadoes, and the test of time. Ryan shares what drew him to timber construction, why it's both structurally strong and aesthetically beautiful, and how his crew brings artistry and precisio…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Brienne Maner, President of Startup Sioux Falls, and Megan Raposa, founder of Sioux Falls Simplified. Together, they share their stories of building businesses, supporting entrepreneurs, and creating community in Sioux Falls. Brienne explains how Startup Sioux Falls provides resources, prog…
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The "Big Beautiful Bill" could save small business owners thousands in taxes — but only if you act before December 31. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, Jim Walsh, President of Walsh & Company, breaks down what the Big Beautiful Bill really means, how it impacts small business owners, and the moves you need to make now. From credits vs. ded…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Kara Baas, Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of New Day Counseling Services in Brandon, SD. Kara blends traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with powerful tools from energy psychology, including EFT tapping, body code, Reiki, crystals, and aromatherapy. She shares how trau…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Gladys, founder of Leidy Eyebrows, a beauty and skincare studio dedicated to health, confidence, and style. Gladys shares her inspiring journey from starting in Colombia nearly three decades ago to opening her business in Sioux Falls, where she now offers everything from eyebrow micropigmen…
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Discover a safer, radiation-free way to detect health issues early with Melissa Tripp of InfraMed Thermography in Sioux Falls. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, Melissa shares how infrared thermography is transforming breast health screenings and preventive care. From detecting inflammation and circulation issues to identifying early warnin…
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Veronica Sherwood, owner of Elevate Mind Psychiatry and Elevate Wellness Institute, is transforming the way Sioux Falls approaches mental health and wellness. In this episode, Veronica shares how her clinic combines diagnosing, medication management, massage therapy, physical therapy, body contouring, neurofeedback, and more—all under one roof—to t…
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At Radiant Health & Hormone in Sioux Falls, Jessica Morrell and her team are redefining what healthcare can look like. In this episode, Jessica shares why she started Radiant, what was missing in traditional medicine, and how their approach goes beyond hormones to address the root causes of health concerns. From personalized hormone therapy and gut…
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🎟 Register for the 3rd Annual Leadership & Culture Summit: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/3rd-annual-leadership-cul Christina Cota Donovan from Cota Coaching & Consulting joins us to talk about the real reasons employees quit, how to fix broken culture, and what it actually means to lead well in 2025. If you've ever struggled with onboarding, retent…
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Explore the healing power of oxygen with Dr. Todd from Midwest Hyperbarics in Sioux Falls. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we go deep — literally — into how hyperbaric oxygen therapy is being used to treat chronic wounds, injuries, post-radiation damage, neuropathies, fibromyalgia, and more. As an ENT surgeon and now a hyperbarics clinic …
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Discover the powerful story behind Kore Cares, one of South Dakota's fastest-growing home care agencies. CEO and Co-Founder Gabrielle Hoing shares how she started with a single client and a leap of faith — and grew into a team of over 200, serving more than 95 communities across the state. In this emotional and insightful interview, you'll hear how…
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Tim Mages, CEO at Expansion Capital Group, gives us the proof as to how providing capital to the Small Business Owner is driving the economy forward. Whether that capital allows them to take on new projects, which will require additional new hires, it's fueling the American Economy that is driving us forward. Discover how swift business funding app…
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What do you get when you mix Cheez-Its, clogged drains, and a vision for doing business the right way? You get SBL Ventures — a laundromat business built on grit, systems, and service. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Jon Schemmel, a former college athletic director who now oversees 23 locations and a 35-person team. Jon s…
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In Part 2 of our sit-down with Spencer Mannes of Core Companies, we go beyond real estate listings and into the full scope of custom home building in Sioux Falls — including the details behind a $7.5 million property with over 14,000 square feet, a racquetball court, and an in-ground pool house. From lot acquisition to drafting, design, and buildin…
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Ark Academy is more than just a daycare — it's a faith-led mission to care for and grow the next generation in Sioux Falls. In this episode, we sit down with Hollie and Brock Scott, the husband-and-wife founders of Ark Academy, to learn how their personal story, passion for children, and shared values led to the creation of a childcare center focus…
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What if the key to saving small towns isn't more people — but the right people? Meet Jessica Meyers, founder of Porchlight, a South Dakota-based startup reshaping the future of rural America. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, Jessica explains how her company recruits high-skill professionals to rural jobs — from paramedics to chemists — whi…
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What if your clutter could finally be cleared — not just your stuff, but your stress too? In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with DJ Blomgren of A New Dawn Solutions, a one-of-a-kind home organizer who helps people tackle transitions big and small. From organizing chaotic closets to clearing decades of heirlooms, DJ brings compas…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Rachel Lemons, founder of Victory Ink, to explore the unexpected journey from corporate executive assistant to licensed cosmetic tattoo artist, trainer, and business owner. Rachel shares how losing her mother and finding faith pushed her to create a business that helps women feel beautiful,…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Kaleigh Reid, mortgage lender at Security National Bank, to talk real estate, interest rates, and how she helps homebuyers navigate one of the biggest decisions of their lives — without the fluff. Kaleigh shares her unexpected journey from beauty school to banking, and how her relationship-…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we hit the road to Tea, SD, to meet Roxie Kelly, the creative force behind Yours on the Spot — a high-volume, zero-minimum print shop bringing custom merch to events and businesses across the region. From mobile pop-up print shops at youth tournaments to in-store customization for pets, hats, hoodies, and e…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Jenny Haiar, a registered nurse and founder of IV & Co, a modern wellness spa using IV therapy to help clients feel their best — fast. Jenny shares how 20 years in nursing and a vision for proactive, affordable care led her to build a clinic that feels more like a luxury spa than a hospital…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with John Parks, a Sioux Falls-based leader at Solvo Global, a company helping U.S. businesses solve staffing shortages through highly skilled global teammates. John walks us through how Solvo operates in 20 countries and has placed over 35,000 remote employees in roles ranging from virtual assi…
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Step inside one of the most advanced—and human-centered—manufacturing facilities in America. We toured DeGeest Corporation, a third-generation family business in Tea, South Dakota, that's redefining what Made in America really looks like. They're the only U.S. dealer of Lesta robots They've built a full production research facility They've installe…
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Fresh-roasted coffee. Farm-grown wheat buns. Drone donut drops. Welcome to Flyboy Donuts—where nostalgia meets next-level innovation. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we meet Ben Duenwald, the visionary founder of Flyboy Donuts. A former food scientist turned entrepreneur, Ben has grown a small donut shop in Tea, SD into a multi-location b…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we take a walk-through with Spencer Mannes, a local real estate agent, entrepreneur, and one of the go-to names in the Sioux Falls luxury home scene. Spencer gives us a private tour of one of his favorite projects on the east side of town — a stunning spec home complete with 12-foot ceilings, multiple laund…
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In this special episode, Spotlight Sioux Falls hosts Steve Schmidt and Melissa Goodwin sit down to reflect on what's been built so far — and where it's all headed. They talk about what surprised them most behind the scenes, how the podcast is growing faster than traditional media in the region, and why small businesses are embracing content as thei…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we meet William Sturgeon, founder of MB Wellness, a space that goes way beyond the gym. William is part coach, part educator, and part functional movement expert — and his mission is to help people move better, live with less pain, and build strength that actually translates to life. From shoulder pain and …
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we go behind the firewalls and into the cornfields with Kevin Huber, CEO of IT Outlet, a nationally trusted tech integrator based just outside Brandon, South Dakota. From securing global enterprise systems to helping small businesses avoid major IT disasters, IT Outlet does it all — with personality, purpos…
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Step into the heart of Sioux Falls baseball with this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Canaries Stadium! 🧢 From the high-energy announcer booth to an inside look at the players' dugout, and a one-on-one with the stadium's new chef reimagining ballpark eats—this episode takes you where fans don't usually go. We met the voices, the players, an…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Andrea Smith, founder of The Prosperity Blueprint, veteran, and owner's rep. Andrea shares how her journey — from military service to engineering to single motherhood — led to the creation of a system that helps business owners and real estate developers think more strategically, manage ris…
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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Emily Spellerberg — a powerhouse in marketing, real estate, and systems thinking. Emily shares how her background in strategic marketing at Lawrence & Schiller and Sanford Health evolved into a consulting practice that helps Sioux Falls businesses grow smarter, not harder. From transforming…
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What do Disney World and a chiropractic clinic have in common? According to Dr. Cole Snyder, it's all about the experience. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we meet the passionate owner of Envive Chiropractic, a downtown clinic that's redefining what care looks like through connection, customization, and hospitality. From his fifth-grade d…
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What happens when a messy guy and a mom of four take over a cleaning business they didn't want? They build one of Sioux Falls' most trusted companies. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Amy and Tim Hoback, owners of Kleenrite Company (spelled K-L-E-E-N-R-I-T-E), a family-run commercial cleaning company that's been serving Si…
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What does public health actually mean? And why should you care? In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Dr. Sandra Melstad, the founder of SLM Consulting and a leading public health expert, to explore the connection between where you live, your access to resources, and your long-term health. 🎯 We dive into: Why your zip code can …
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Welcome to the premiere episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, where we sit down with the people shaping our city! This week, we're joined by Jenny Downey, a longtime local and passionate realtor with Hegg. From Brandon roots to becoming a top agent in Sioux Falls, Jenny shares what buyers need to know—from navigating school districts and discovering hi…
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