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A monthly publication of the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce that will help to keep you connected!TRANSCRIPT
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Message from the Director
Ribbon Cuttings Member News New Members
Chamber Event News
Board of Directors Committee Chairs Staff
Board of Directors Christian Kostelecky (President) …………………... 6th Year
Lisa Roers (President-Elect)………………………….. 5th Year
Zach Keller (Treasurer)………………………………….2nd Year
Carter Fong……………………………………………………3rd Year
Suzi Sobolik………………………………………………….. 2nd Year
Haylee Cripe…………………………………………………. 2nd Year
Robbin Schwindt…………………………………………... 3rd Year
JoAnn Hoff……………………………………………………. 3rd Year
Travis Hande…………………………………………………1st Year
Lisa Dolezal………………………………………………….. 1st Year
Ty Orton………………………………………………………. 1st Year
Shane Yoder…………………………………………………. 1st Year
Committee Chairs Agriculture ............................................ Tyson Bren
Ambassador .......................................... Nancy Caine
Education ............................................... Carter Fong
Governmental Affairs ....................... Chris Johnson
Promotions and Retail ..................... Betty Jo Noe
Officials ................................................... Nicolas Grant
Staff Cooper Whitman ................................ Executive Director
Megan Klassen ..................................... Office Coordinator
Cheryl Schreindl ................................ Events Coordinator
Published monthly by the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce.
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce members receive Chamberline newsletter quarterly in January, April, July, and October.
Advertising Coordination
Advertising rates and data available upon request.
Deadline: 3rd Thursday of the month (copy and advertising)
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce 314 3rd Ave. W · P.O. Box C
Dickinson, ND 58602
Phone: 701-225-5115 · Fax: 701-225-5116
E-mail: [email protected]
Board of Directors monthly meeting minutes and annual financial statements are available to
Chamber members.
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ABOUT OUR PUBLICATION
Good day, Chamber Members!
It is with the most bittersweet of emotions that I write you today, as I have accepted a position back in my original
home state of Oregon. I will be leaving the Dickinson Chamber at the end of July.
The last 3 years of my life have been the most blessed I’ve ever had. Between board members, staff and volunteers at
the chamber, to chamber members and the general business community, I have had the immense pleasure to get to
know so many wonderful people. So many of these relationships will hopefully become lifelong friendships. You
have all meant so much to me.
Dickinson has been amazing for me personally and professionally, not to mention the wonderful time my wife and
children have had here. In fact, we gave our fifth child the middle name Dakota because of how much it’s meant to
us. This will be the most difficult move we’ve ever made; nevertheless, it’s necessary for us right now. The time has
come to get our kids back near their grandparents, great-grandparents and other family.
The future of Dickinson is so bright. There are so many wonderful things in store for this community. I will be fol-
lowing your progress from afar and cheering your every success—of which there will be many. I am certain that the
chamber will be a big part of those successes, as staff talent and board leadership remain strong.
I never expected to fall in love with Dickinson and North Dakota, but you all made it impossible to avoid. I can’t
thank you enough for the way you’ve received me and my family as part of this incredible community. I wish you
the best of luck and am excited for the future of the chamber and the community.
Warm Regards,
Cooper J. Whitman
message from the
Director
Ribbon cuttings are led by our Ambassadors Committee, a group of dedicated volunteers who help chamber members celebrate their business.
R i b b o n C u t t i n g s
Contact us today for more information or to schedule your own
Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting event!
CONTACT US
Ironworks Inc. New Location
Cash Wise Grand Opening
Innovative Arts & Tattoo Grand Opening
Qdoba Grand Opening
Links Restaurant Grand Opening
The Arc of Dickinson, Arc Aid Thrift Shop
Ground Breaking
Oil Joe’s Speedway Grand Opening
Event Recap
A great opportunity to make connections
HIGHTLIGHTING MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
MEMBER
NEWS
Theodore Roosevelt Honor Leadership Program Announces 2015 Award Recipients Inspired by the life and legacy of the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt, the Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program (TRHLP) provides emerging leaders with opportunities to learn about effective leadership, global leadership, and service. The program is student-driven and allows participants to maximize classroom learning while engaging in participative decision making, collaborative problem solving, and providing service to community. Students enrolled in the TRHLP complete a minor in leadership studies and must maintain a minimum 3.25 grade point average.
Each year the program accepts applications and extends a limited number of offers to students who have demonstrated excellence in academics and leadership. This year, 14 students have been admitted to the honor’s program and are awarded $3,000 a year. The award is renewable annually for up to four years if the student remains the program.
2015 Theodore Roosevelt Honor Leadership Program Award Recipients are:
McKenzie Bassett Glendive, MT
Jacob Berg Wahpeton, ND
Brittany Berger Dickinson, ND
Carlie Bowditch Sylvania, Saskatchewan
Abigail Brooks Rocklin, CA
Alissha Dworshak Dickinson, ND
Seth Ehlang Billings, MT
Britteny Grove Billings, MT
Cristina Herrera-Guzman Bakersfield, CA
Caitlin Klitzke Dickinson, ND
Torren Lawson Stevensville, MT
Elle Milohov Worden, MT
Payton Schieffer Wibaux, MT
Jerilyn Wiseman Baker, MT
For more information on program requirements and opportunities visit our website at:
www.dickinsonstate.edu/trhlp
Ebeltoft . Sickler . Lawyers Hires Summer Law Clerk
Olivia Tyrrell has joined Ebeltoft . Sickler . Lawyers as a law clerk for the summer. Olivia just completed her
first year at Creighton University School of Law in Omaha, NE. In her spare time, Olivia enjoys hunting and spending time at her parent’s ranch in Richardton.
NDGT Acquires Grand Forks Abstract & Title Company
North Dakota Guaranty & Title Co. announced the acquisition of Grand Forks Abstract & Title Company which also includes Pennington County Abstract & Title, L.L.C. (Thief River Falls, MN) and
Strander Abstract & Title, L.L.C (Crookston, MN). With the close of this acquisition, NDGT will now provide a full range of title insurance, closing and escrow services, 1031 exchange services, tax and lien searches and title reports throughout the Red River Valley and Western Minnesota.
“This is an exciting time of growth for our company” said Nick Hacker, President of NDGT. “Tony Faust and his staff have built a wonderful company that is committed to the needs of its customers. We are proud to welcome Grand Forks Abstract & Title Company, Pennington County Abstract & Title, L.L.C. and Strander Abstract & Title, L.L.C as part of The Title Team and we look forward to continue providing outstanding services across the entire state of North Dakota, Western Minnesota and Eastern Montana.
Grand Forks Abstract & Title Company is located at 2274 South 31st St, Ste A, Grand Forks, ND 58201. Pennington County Abstract & Title, L.L.C. is located at 302 East 3rd St. Ste A, Thief River Falls, MN 56701. Strander Abstract & Title, L.L.C. is located at 210 North Broadway, Crookston, MN 56716.
Known as “The Title Team,” North Dakota Guaranty & Title Co. was founded in 1955. NDGT offers complete residential and commercial title and real estate closing services in each of its ten offices in North Dakota, one in Montana and two in Minnesota. For more information about NDGT, visit www.thetitleteam.com. For more information about Grand Forks Abstract & Title Company, visit www.gfabstract.com.
Fridrich Joins Provider Team at CHI St. Joseph's Health
Elizabeth Fridrich, PA-C, recently joined the team of providers at CHI St. Joseph’s Health. Fridrich, a Physician Assistant, will provide walk-in and
family practice care at CHI St. Joseph’s Health Clinic at 2500 Fairway Street, Dickinson. She will also provide coverage for the CHI St. Joseph’s Health Emergency Department and at its Rural Health Clinic locations.
A native of Dickinson, Fridrich received her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of North Dakota. Fridrich went on to obtain her Masters in Physician Assistant degree from Touro University in Henderson, Nevada. Her work experience has focused in occupational medicine and urgent care.
She sees patients for the following concerns: DOT Medical Examinations; Orthopedic injuries; Allergies; Wound care including burns or frostbite; Urinary Concerns; Eye, ear, nose, & throat concerns such as colds, strep throat, and ear infections; and Cough and lung concerns such pneumonia and bronchitis.
For appointments, call 701-456-4200.
DSU’s BAC to Show Hit Family Films
Three popular family movies are playing outdoors this summer at the Dickinson State University Henry Biesiot Activities Center (BAC).
The BAC’s Summer Outdoor Family Movie Nights will feature the PG and PG-13 rated films “Penguins of Madagascar” on June 16, “Guardians of the Galaxy” on July 14, and “Big Hero 6” on August 11 on the Hawk Vision Video Board. Activities begin at 7:30 p.m. (MT) on Fisher Field at 398 State Ave., Dickinson. Doors open at 7 p.m.
“The mission of our annual Summer Outdoor Family Movie Nights is to provide good and meaningful entertainment to the Dickinson community while allowing families and friends to spend quality time together,” said Ben Shroyer, events and conference coordinator for the BAC.
Attendees may bring blankets and sit on Fisher Field or use the bleachers to watch each of the films. Concessions are available. No outside food or drinks are permitted in the facility. Adults need to accompany any child 12 and under.
Tickets are $5 per person or $10 per family at the door. Consolidated giveaways will be handed out to the first 150 kids in attendance and there will also be a raffle for free Summer Concert Tickets in Medora.
Business and family advertising are also available on the Hawk Vision Video Board at each movie night. For information, contact Ben Shroyer at (701) 483-1918 or at [email protected].
2015 Blue Hawk Club Seat Season Packages on Sale The Henry Biesiot Activities Center (BAC) is now selling 2015 Blue Hawk club seat season packages for the upcoming football season. The 2015 Blue Hawk season includes five home regular season
games with the season opener on Saturday night, August 22 at 6:00pm (MT) against MSU Northern. “Club seating is the premier outdoor seating experience at the BAC,” said Ben Shroyer, BAC events & conference coor-dinator. Club seats provide fans with the best sight lines; and are 22 inches wide, include a chair back, extra leg room, armrests and drink holders. All seats are reserved and are located in the center sections of the bleachers. Club seat holders receive free parking and one a box of popcorn at every game.
A Blue Hawk club seat season package is $125 and includes the $10 general admission ticket for each regular season game. There are only 342 seats available in 2015 so fans are encouraged to purchase their seat today. For more information on club seating or to purchase a seat, visit: www.dickinsonstate.edu/bac or call the BAC Ticket
Office at 701-483-1918.
RUNNINGS SUPPORTS 4-H BY DONATING 5-GALLON BUCKETS
Runnings, a family-owned retailer of general merchandise and strong supporter of youth organizations, announced today the company is donating 14,428 5-gallon buckets to 4-H clubs across six states.
The buckets, dyed in signature 4-H green, will be given to youth preparing to participate in county fairs across Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Montana, New York and New Hampshire. The county fair season typically starts in June and runs through the end of August. Nutrena, Weaver Leather, Farnam and Vitalix are co-sponsoring the bucket program now in its second year. Last year, Runnings donated approximately 7,000 buckets.
“Runnings is a proud supporter of youth organizations like 4-H,” said Dennis Reed, Runnings owner. “Growth and development of our young people is vital to our future. The more that we as community partners can positively support them, the better.” 4-H actively involves more than 6 million youth across the country.
Two great community banks are joining together! Choice Financial announces that pending regulatory and other approvals, it is acquiring Northland Financial--with locations in Bismarck, Steele and Medina—through an ownership agreement jointly approved by the board of directors of both entities. Combined, Choice Financial will have $1.15 billion in assets and be positioned as the 6th largest community banking organization (by asset size) in North Dakota. Customers will have access to 19 locations in North Dakota and be served by 250 team members across our great state. The transaction is expected to close sometime in the third quarter.
This partnership will bring together two teams with a shared values system – one that demonstrates commitment to customers, communities and each other. Team members are proud to volunteer to make a difference, and are supported in their efforts. Choice gives team members the time and opportunity to be active with their families and communities. The organization’s emphasis on supporting team members is evident in their quest to be a premier employer in North Dakota. It offers a culture of support where team members are encouraged to work hard, do the right thing and have fun. It’s attractive because of the focus on innovation and technology, with resources such as active engagement in social media, video collaboration and internal chat platforms. Recently, Choice was named the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo (FMWF) ChamberChoice Finalist in the category of Best Place to Work by the Young Professionals Network. In addition, it has been recognized nationally by SNL Financial as the #1 top-performing community bank (of 784 banks), and ranked #3 best of the best in community banking by the Independent Community Bankers of America (based on asset size). The entities expect that while they proceed with the required approvals, they will make the transition to one organization as smoothly as possible. During this time, the banking experience for Northland Financial customers and community members will be “business as usual.” Once combined, customers and community members will continue to see the same smiling faces they’ve been accustomed to over the years, and our team members will continue to serve with their same caring style. North Dakota communities need a strong community banking organization as a partner in a thriving and vibrant future. Both organizations have a solid footing in this region and were born from the agricultural communities that we have served well for many years. That tradition will continue. Choice Financial’s pledge is that its strength, stability, and caring style of community banking will ensure it creates one of the best independently-owned community banks in our region.
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Kyle Manning Joins AE2S
AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc.) has hired Kyle Manning as a Resident Project Representative (RPR) in the firm’s Dickinson, ND office. He is serving as full time RPR
for an expansion of the New Town, ND Water Treatment Plant (WTP).
Manning brings more than two years of professional experience in project representation. Before joining AE2S, he was a Project Coordinator for Durham County in North Carolina, where he conducted site visits at Research Triangle Park and performed inspections for compliance with the Sewer Use Ordi-nance. Additionally, Manning assisted in the operation of the Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant.
“Kyle’s experience in plant operations and inspections is valuable as we help New Town more than double the capacity of its WTP, from 800 gallons per minute (GPM) to 2,000 GPM,” said Bobby Nasset, PE, Operations Manager of AE2S' Dickinson office.
Originally from Carrollton, GA, Manning holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA.
Theodore Roosevelt Center Publishes Online Images from the Newberry Library The Theodore Roosevelt Center (TR Center) at Dickinson State University is publishing online images of a collection from the Newberry Library. The collection includes letters from Theodore
Roosevelt to cartoonist John McCutcheon, as well as letters from Edith Roosevelt to writer Octave Thanet. The TR Center has been creating a digital library of items related to the life and presidency of Theodore Roosevelt since 2008. The latest addition of items from the Newberry Library expands the items available digitally to nearly 30,000. The Newberry Library is an independent research library, specializing in the humanities and located in Chicago, Illinois. It has been free and open to the public since 1887. “The Newberry Library has a long tradition of service to scholars and the public,” said TR Center project manager Sharon Kilzer. “They have been great partners in using the new tools of the digital age to make their collections accessible to a wide range of users.” Visitors to the TR Center website at http://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.org can browse the recently added Newberry Collection as well as view other memos, cartoons, photos, and letters related to the life of the 26th president of the United States.
WELCOME
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Badlands Storage
701.495.1595 | [email protected]
Self Storage
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Oil Joes Speedway
701.202.4948 | [email protected]
Fun Family Friendly Entertainment
These newest members listed have made an investment in their businesses and their community by joining the Chamber. Please consider them for your personal and professional needs.
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Lilla Rose
701.974.9522| [email protected]
Fine Hair Accessories and Jewelry
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Pro Resources
701.361.1816 | [email protected]
Professional Services
N E W M E M B E R S
The Chamber could not accomplish its mission without the time, effort and dedication of its many volunteers. Their work makes the large number of events run smoothly, and they are the heart and soul of the
organization. We thank you chamber volunteers. If you would like to join any of our Chamber committees, contact Cheryl at 701-225-5115 or [email protected].
Agriculture Committee The group will be working hard at the Roughrider Days 4-H picnic, and is planning the 2015 West River
Livestock Show.
Ambassadors Committee The group is currently securing sponsorships for its 2015 Chamber Fun Day Golf Scramble.
The event is set for July 23, 2015.
Education Committee The group is beginning to plan its 2015 New Educators’ Social
Energy Committee The group was excited to be invited to the grand opening of the Dakota Prairie Refinery. They are also dis-
cussing partnerships. The group is discussing potential partnerships between energy companies and Dickinson State University.
Governmental Affairs The group will meet as needed to discuss community issues.
Professional Development The group is planning a fall lunch and learn that will likely be about employer/employee responsibilities and
rights regarding social media use. They are also interviewing Leadership Dickinson candidates.
Promotions Committee The group is putting the finishing touches on its plans for the 4th of July parade participation, as well as plan-
ning the 2015 Holiday Craft Show and even new holiday event ideas.
Committee Updates
Chamber
Events Calendar
chamber events continued >
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FROM THE CHAMBER