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December 2013 | Volume 18, Number 12

1640 Burnt Boat Drive, Bismarck, ND 58502

701.223.5660 www.bismarckmandan.com

CONTENTS

Contractor Builds Foundation for Area Youth7

Member Profile:Eyes on Parkway4

Businesses Give Back to Help Others and Better Community3

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2 | Chamber Connection

Executive CommitteeLeslie Bakken Oliver, Vogel Law Firm ChairAnnette Behm-Caldwell, Open Road Honda Chair-ElectRick Matteson SecretaryMarc Taylor TreasurerShannon Gangl Past Chair Kelvin Hullet President

Board of DirectorsMike O’Keeffe Farm Credit Services TJ Russell Cloverdale FoodsPerrie Schafer Schafer Financial, Inc.Rick Matteson MDU Resources GroupGreg Vetter University Of MaryLeslie Oliver Vogel Law FirmAnnette Behm-Caldwell Open Road HondaShannon Gangl Gangl HospitalityTom Todd Northwest ContractingChris Brown MotixMarc Taylor Northern Plains EquipmentCraig Lambrecht Sanford HealthEd Wolff NISCHeather Jones City Air MechanicalJeff Albers Schwan GM Auto CenterDan Pearson Northwest Tire Wayne Munson Indigo SignworksMike Schmitz Widmer Roel PC Dave Hoekstra BNC National Bank Ken Rutter Basin ElectricChad Moldenhauer K & L HomesJeff Essler HIT, Inc.Norm Clark Gate City BankLee Pierce Al Fitterer Architects

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N e w sContractor Builds Foundation for Area Youth through Junior Achievement Sponsorship 7

Bismarck-Mandan MSA Economic Statistics Illustrate Community’s Growth 16

e v e N t sTaxes & Eduation 12

Holiday Mixer 14

Annual Dinner 15

C o l u m N sChair’s Corner 2

F e a t u r e sCover Story 3

Member Profile 4

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t is December. How did that happen? As I close out my year as the Chamber Chair, I want to take a minute

and say thanks. Thanks to my employer, the Vogel Law Firm for giving me the time it takes to serve as chair of this organization. Thanks to the board of directors for all their hard work this year. Each month, they come together to discuss, debate and resolve the best ways for the organization to move forward. Thanks to the members for your continued support of the organization through your dues investment and sponsorship of events. Finally, thanks to the staff for their hard work. The team at the Chamber functions well and it is amazing the amount of work they produce. As we look back on 2013, one can only say, Wow, what a year. It was a successful legislative session. The USS North Dakota was christened. There were many successful Chamber events. Task forces met on Child Care and Affordable Housing. The Chamber continues its efforts to recruit more air service. Tom Donohue, President of the US Chamber visited Bismarck-Mandan. The Community Bowl renovations are nearing completion. Our committees brought many and varied issues to the Board for consideration. In addition, the Chamber board is nearing completion on a new strategic plan for the Chamber. On December 5, Dowell and Associates will deliver their draft plan to the board for review. The priority issues include: enhancing the Chamber as the thought leader and advocate for business; growing our private and public leadership; acting as the “convener in the community”; defining the brand for the region and being brilliant in promoting our story. There are many tactics to support these broad strategies. Be on the lookout for more information as we get into January.

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Content:The Chamber - [email protected]

Advertise:Ryan Parsons

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MISSION STATEMENT:The Chamber will advance the business environment and economic base of the

Bismarck-Mandan area.

Chamber StaffKelvin Hullet PresidentSusie Kocourek Senior Program DirectorSally Paulson Program DirectorRyan Parsons Membership & Publications DirectorPeg Iszler Director of First ImpressionsAnnie Bergrud Chief Financial OfficerCrystal Schiff Marketing &

Communications SpecialistVanessa Graham Member Services DirectorHannah Haynes InternDot Frank USS ND Committee Liaison

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BUSINESSES GIVE BACk TO HELP OTHErS AND BETTEr COMMUNITy By kylie Blanchard, Clearwater Communications With the Holiday Season in full swing, many Bismarck-Mandan businesses are giving back to the community not only to thank their dedicated patrons, but to build a stronger community by helping others. “Businesses are only as good as the community they serve,” says John Jessen, market president at Blackridge Bank. “When businesses give back, it makes the community stronger and, in the end, comes back to make the business stronger.” When businesses give back to others it becomes contagious, he notes. “It creates a culture of caring and community mindedness.” Since 2009, beginning each October, employees at Blackridge Bank pay $5 to wear jeans to work on Fridays. “This ends up totaling about $50 per employee and we use those dollars to purchase Christmas gifts for disadvantaged families and children,” says Jessen. The tradition began when employees approached Jessen about starting jeans days during the Holiday season. “I then proposed each employee pay $5 dollars every Friday they wish to participate for the months of November and December,” he says. The money was initially used to purchase gifts through the Angel Tree program. recently, the bank teamed up with youth Works to provide gifts for needy families. “We also expanded jeans days to start in October so we can raise more funds and touch more lives,” says Jessen. “The

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MeMber ProfIleFeaturingEyes On Parkway

Q:BrieflytellmethehistoryofEyesonParkway. A: Eyes on Parkway opened fall of 2006. We were fortunate enough to have local established doctors join the practice early on in the business. Dr. Brian Beattie has now been practicing in the area for 33 years and Dr. Mike Houle has 23 years serving the area. Bismarck native, Dr. Eve kostelecky, started her optometry career with Eyes on Parkway 6 years ago. In 2008, Eyes on Parkway and John Bitz Optical started providing care to patients together. Eyes on Parkway has since purchased John Bitz Optical.

Q:Whatdifferentiatesyourcompanyfromitscompetitors? A: We offer same day service on many single vision prescriptions as we have a lab onsite. We also have 2 locations to better serve the community and provide a wider selection of frames between the 2 offices. Our optical provides fashion forward eyewear for all ages. We sincerely enjoy the relationships we develop with our patients and strive to offer quality care and customer service.

Q:HowhasthegrowthofBismarck-Mandanimpactedyourcompany? A: The growth has been fantastic for business. We are steadily growing and



seeing new patients daily. It has been a great challenge for us to keep up with the market as it continually changes with the growth. It is really exciting to see so many businesses succeed in the area as our economy is as strong as ever. North Dakotans should be proud as we have taken the growth in stride.

Q:Whatindustrytrendsaretakingplace? A: Fashionable eyewear is becoming more of a necessity to patients. People are appreciating the fact that glasses are a great accessory. With that being said, more lines of eyewear are surfacing. We are seeing more and more high-end fashion lines dabbling in eyewear that complement their apparel. Prescription sunglasses are also on the rise. We are seeing lens manufacturing companies striving to improve quality of vision though lenses, especially with no-line bifocals. Companies are continually trying to improve vision and function with new designs. With the rise of computer users, companies are trying to design lenses more compatible with the lifestyle of those on computers several hours a day. Daily disposable contact lenses are also becoming a more popular modality of contact lens wear. Advances in ocular disease detection have also allowed us to broaden our diagnosing ability and confidence. We are now being viewed as health care providers, when patients have pink eye, they are coming to us verses their primary care doctors. All of these trends create an exciting and challenging time for our industry.

Q:Havetherebeenanymonumentalchangesintheindustrythatyou’vehadtodealwith? A: recently we transitioned over to Electronic Health records. It has been quite the process but we are seeing the benefits our system provides. Health care reform is another monumental change that we will be dealing with in the seasons to come.

Q:Whatdoesthefutureofyourbusinesslooklikeandtheindustryasawholelookliketoyou? A: Locally, as with many other business in the community, we look forward to the future and all it has to bring. Growth is imminent and a great challenge to face.

Q:EyesonParkwayhasbeenamembersince2006,whydoyoucontinuetoreneweachyear? A: The Chamber is a great way to stay connected with all the happenings in our community. There is so much going on and the Chamber is always in the know! It also provides great exposure for a business. We have been very pleased with how the Chamber presents businesses to the community and how they try to keep businesses informed as well as supported in our community.

Q:WhatshouldChambermembersknowaboutyourcompanythatmayassistthemwithintheirs? A: As said before, we strive to offer great customer service providing the community with 2 locations, same day service, quality eye care and a wide frame selection. We do also provide safety eyewear for those businesses that require protective eyewear to be worn. Together Bismarck and Mandan create a strong health care and business environment, which is really encouraging for us. We feel very privileged to be a part of this great community.



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bank matches the dollar amount donated by employees and all of us have really had fun with this project.” Blackridge Bank also gives back to the community throughout the year and has been active for the past three years in the Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk, earning top fundraising honors each year. “Blackridge Bank is also a member of the United Way with 100 percent employee participation,” Jessen adds. The key to giving back is finding a charity a business can identify with, he notes. “This makes it much easier to devote time and energy. Ask them how you can help or what kind of help they need to make sure you are giving them the kind of support they need and want.” “Everyone at Feil Orthodontics feels very passionately about giving back to the Bismarck-Mandan community, especially around the Holidays,” says Dr. Blake Feil, owner and orthodontist at Feil Orthodontics. The practice recently hosted a month-long food drive, with all proceeds benefiting the local Salvation Army. “With the recent cut in food stamp benefits, our team felt called to lend a hand to local families in need this Holiday Season,” says Feil, adding with the public’s assistance, a goal was set to provide meals for at least 500 families. “It is our heartfelt belief that nobody should go hungry, especially on Thanksgiving and Christmas.” Feil Orthodontics is also passionate about promoting physical health and volunteered at the annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot run/walk event benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Association of North Dakota. Historically, the practice has also given back through the the Feil Smiles Charity Club, which sends a monetary donation to the charity of a patient’s choice in celebration of removing their braces, and the Smiles Change Lives Program, which provides pro bono services to those in need of orthodontics care. The Annual Feil Orthodontics Barbeque also benefits local children in need of medical devices to aid with cleft lips or cleft palate and the Feil Mouthguard Program provides free mouthguards to any local sports team. “There are literally thousands of ways to get involved in our community,” says Feil. “I think the problem most businesses struggle with is finding the time to do so.” He notes his team decided to make community involvement a priority and now dedicates a monthly staff meeting to discussing current and future philanthropic efforts. “My advice to local businesses is to make the time to orchestrate your community involvement, pick a charity or organization you feel passionate about and then immediately call them to finalize the details of your giving.”

Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons is also focused on giving back to the community, a component of girl scouting that reaches throughout the organization’s 101-year history, says kathy Wamsley, northwest district director of Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons. “The foundation of Girl Scouts is building girls of courage, confidence and character that make the world a better place. Volunteering in the community and giving back is a key component to all of this.” “For the past four years we have done Trick-or-Treat for Others to Eat, and 96 girls collected more than 1,200 pounds of food to give to a local food shelter this year,” says Wamsley. The group’s annual holiday card making donates cards to nonprofit organizations each season, and for the past three years, the Girl Scout’s Military Share program has also worked in conjunction with the fall product and cookie sales and has allowed people to donate their purchases to military groups in North Dakota. “This fall’s product sale is being donated to the North Dakota National Guard and they will be receiving 756 single cans of Honey roasted Peanuts and 78 magazine gift certificates,” says Wamsley. “The Minot Air Force Base also received 1000 cases of Girl Scout Cookies to be used for the troops and extra cookies have also been donated to local food shelters.” In addition, the Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons volunteers at local churches, shelters, organizations and events; and was also the recent recipient of other businesses giving back through this year’s Day of Caring. “Bobcat, Gate City Bank and Northern Improvement took on our project at Camp Neche. They brought their equipment, volunteers, staff, and resources for a full day.” The volunteers cleaned up the camp’s buildings and grounds impacted by flooding and saved the Girl Scouts approximately $15,000, notes Wamsley. “Volunteering every year saves the community thousands of dollars and the pride increases with the general public as they see so many generous people giving back to the community to keep it safe, clean and thriving.” Feil says it is up to businesses to give back to build a better community. “Simply put, businesses would not exist without patronage from community members. The least I can do is give back to those who make my practice a success. you never know how lending a hand to someone in need today could impact that person’s life in the future.”



ConTrACTor BuIlDS FounDATIon For ArEA YouTH THrouGH JunIor ACHIEvEMEnT SPonSorSHIPnorTHwEST ConTrACTInG PlEDGES $7,500 To SuPPorT FInAnCIAl EDuCATIon For ArEA YouTH For THE 3rD YEAr Northwest Contracting confirmed their commitment to area youth through a major sponsorship of Junior Achievement of Bismarck-Mandan (JA). The company presented the non-profit organization that brings financial, economic and entrepreneurial education to local students with a check for $7,500 on wednesday, november 13th. This is the third year that northwest Contracting has invested in the Junior Achievement program. northwest Contracting team member Tom Todd stated that northwest Contracting’s support of Junior Achievement (JA) will have a direct benefit on their company and other Bismarck-Mandan businesses. “Junior Achievement is very important because the students are our future,” he said. “If we can mentor and help them grow ethically while they are young we will have a stronger, more well-rounded workforce for our future.” northwest Contracting’s contribution will help bring the Junior Achievement (JA) program to additional classrooms in Bismarck-Mandan. “Their financial support will allow us to educate 300 more students in 20 area classrooms,” said Junior Achievement Program Director Sally Paulson. Eric Brenden of Northwest Contracting said, “Northwest Contracting supports Junior Achievement because we believe it is a great educational tool for our future leaders. Learning first hand from local business leaders is a great supplement to their education, and helps plant the seed of the importance of community involvement.” Northwest Contracting joins other businesses that support Junior Achievement programming in Bismarck-Mandan. To learn more about Junior Achievement and discover ways to get involved, visit www.bismanja.org.

kelvin Hullet, Shaneille Ulmer-kupper Chevrolet, Eric Brenden-NW Contracting, keith Schmaltz-NW Contracting and Chair of Junior Achievement, Tom Todd-NW Contracting, Sally Paulson, Syd Stewart-Townsquare Media



Bismarck-Mandan Development Association began in 1979 focusing on downtown Bismarck; later focusing on development in Bismarck and Mandan. Their mission is to develop entrepreneurship, retention and expansion of businesses along with attracting new businesses. The workforce in our area is up 2000 from July 2012 through July 2013. Sales in the MSA have doubled in the last 10 years. A new addition for Bobcat is under construction in the Commerce Center. The Acceleration Center will increase from 20,000 to 100,000 square feet. The remodel is expected to be completed in the summer of 2014. This new center is designed to inspire innovation and culture by employees with a new, out of the box workplace environment. Menlo has been subcontracted at the former Bobcat sight on south 26th to run the factory with over 400 employees. A great piece of advice “get experience before you go out and do something yourself”. The class heard about the pumpkin gutter invented by a local entrepreneur, Evan Anderson. He talked about the journey, the fun, the disappointments, and rewards of being an inventor. He helps others get started and develop their inventions-making prototypes, giving marketing ideas. The class received an update on what’s happening in Bismarck-Mandan with new areas being developed, expansions, and new businesses. Agriculture is still the number one industry in North Dakota; providing 25% of the states economy and about 25% of the state’s workforce. The average farm budget can be between $100,000-$400,000

a year. Crop Insurance can be very expensive at $50-$70 per acre. The farm bill addresses concerns with government subsidizing part of the risk. Technology has made farming easier but financial management can be very stressful and knowing when to sell crops and at what price can add to that stress. The cost to grow a crop is $300 per acre; yields need to be 60-70 bushels to make money. Lenders have seen land costs rise in the last couple of years. 48 different commodities are produced in North Dakota; with 12 of them leading the nation in production. Farmers have become more innovative with no till. Global trade has increased to consumers in 73 different countries. BisMarket had a very successful first year with a farmers market, arts, crafts, demonstrations, music, and kids activities in Sertoma Park. This summer event has many sponsors and has proven to be an excellent addition to our community. Our many thanks to:Issue Day Chairs:Brian ritter, BMDAJudy Sauter, BMDASponsors:NISC-lunch & facilityBMDA-breakfastPresenters:Brian ritter, BMDAStacey Breuer, Bobcat CompanyDoug Goehring, ND Agriculture CommissionerCraig Malm, Farm Credit ServicesPeggy Netzer & Tanya Jo Smith, BisMarket

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“Something really Big is Happening” those were the first words for the class as they were told that in 2013 the United States passes Saudi Arabia and russia in petroleum and natural gas production. The deepest area in N.D. is around Tioga which is 5,000-7,000 feet down and shaped like a bowl. The class heard about horizontal drilling-10,000 feet down and 10,000 feet out, fracking, flaring and new technology. The Bakken produces 900,000 barrels per day with 182 active drilling rigs. North Dakota has 17,540 miles of pipeline transporting product. Most of the transporting is done by trucks, some by rail. The class had a quick history lesson of how cooperatives were started. There are over 900 electric cooperatives in the United States. They are not for profit and are member invested. Capital Electric was started in 1946, with a 9 person board and is member owned. They do purchase power from Basin Electric. They have 2700 miles of line either above or below ground. They service 17,000 consumer meters. In 1975 they had 50 million kwh sales today 300 million. The class heard about the future-smart meter to control usage during peak times. Electric Cooperatives are always looking for ways to be more energy efficient.Garbage, we all have it; what do we do with it? As our population increases so does our waste. A $1.3 million upgrade was completed at the landfill. In 1994-1996 a pilot recycling program was started in Bismarck with only about 26% of Bismarck (4,000 homes) taking advantage. A 2010 Leadership field project surveyed Bismarck residents regarding recycling. 29.4% of those surveyed chose to opt

out, 70.6% would be willing to recycle. In March Bismarck will start a curbside program for single family dwellings with pick up every 2 weeks at a cost of $3.51 per household. Wondering what the building is on the sandbar north of Expressway Bridge; not a restaurant it is a pumping station. This raw water intake pumps 34 million gallons per day. The water treatment plant improvements currently have a capacity of 30 million gallons per day with a 10 million per day demand; winter is at 7 million demand per day. The waste water plant has a capacity of 7 ½ million gallons per day with an average of 6.5 million gallons daily flow. This will be re-evaluated for future needs. The class participated in a mock Public Service Commission hearing. Permit, site, and control are the main duties of the Public Service Commission as the class heard a mock proposal, listened to testimony both favorable and unfavorable and even had the mock press on hand to answer questions. Our many thanks to:Issue Day Chairs:Mary Miller, Basin Electric Power CooperativeAndrea Blowers, Basin Electric Power CooperativeSponsors:Facility-NDArECMeals/Snacks-Basin Electric Power CooperativePresenters:Justin kringstad, North Dakota Pipeline AuthorityWes Engbrecht, Capital Electric Power CooperativeJeff Heintz, Bismarck Public Workskeith Demke, Bismarck Public WorksJulie Fedorchak, ND Public Service Commissioner

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Business Education Partnership Committee of the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce and the following businesses:

Presenting Sponsor:

Lunch Sponsor: AetnaGold Sponsor: ruby TuesdayTable Sponsors: American Family Insurance-Terry kraft Bain Agency Capital Electric Cooperative MDU resources Group National Information Solutions Cooperative

(NISC) Northern Improvement Company Starion Financial Wells Fargo BankProgram Facilitator: Scott Wild-Wild Inspire

Program Chairs:Chris Heringer, Co-Chair, Dickinson State

University-BismarckSheri Haugen-Hoffart, Co-Chair, ND Securities

DepartmentSpecial Thanks: A special thank you goes to Marv Mutzenberger-

Bismarck State College, Brian Dillard from ruby Tuesday and Dale Hoerauf from the BPS Career Academy for the use of the facility, and our business volunteers from throughout the

community. This program would not be possible without your participation.

Debbie kroshus-Burleigh CountyBobbie Grassel-Bismarck HighPamela Thompson-Cystic Fibrosis Assn.Carol Cristill-roughrider IndustriesM SGT Jennifer Joyce-ND National Guardkostas Voutsas-Dickinson State UniversityChief Dan Donlin-Bismarck Police Dept. keith Schmaltz-Northwest ContractingNick Dobrzelecki-DaymarckJoel Bird-Ameriprise Financial ServicesSheila Marquart-Starion Financial Dan Conner-Dickinson State University Linda Brandt-Century High SchoolLt. randy Ziegler-Bismarck Police Dept.Annette Bendish-ND School Board AssociationLisa Corbin-Dickinson State UniversityJesse Orgaard-Capital rV CenterBeverly Johnston-Dickinson State UniversityChar Skjonsby-Bank of North DakotaCapt. Dan Murphy-ND National GuardStephanie Strand-U.S. BankJason kirchmeier-Ameriprise Financial ServicesMelissa Hammond-Farmers InsuranceEunice Meidinger-Mary kay Darcy Ackerman-NISCMegan Jundt-Starion Financial Nellie keller-Northland FinancialMichelle Miller-kLJBryce Tellmann-Great river EnergyMike Wagner-NISCkelly Gunsch-Dakota Boys & Girls ranchChristi Schaefbauer-Mandan Public Schools

Thank You EThICS DaY SPonSorS:



JA SEEkS ClASSrooM volunTEErSBecause Junior Achievement (JA) of Bismarck-Mandan is growing by leaps and bounds, the organization needs you. Please consider volunteering for JA today. Programs in Bismarck-Mandan include the following: kindergarten-ourselves, 1st Grade-our Families, 2nd Grade-our Community, 3rd Grade-our City; 4th Grade-our region; 5th Grade-our nation; 6th Grade-Global Marketplace. You do not need to be a teacher to present the materials. You just need to bring your real-life experience. That is what makes this program valuable. Contact Sally Paulson at 223-5660 or [email protected].

Need a Year eNd deductioN?Give the gift of financial literacy to local students and lower your tax liability. Contributions made to the Junior Achievement (JA) program in Bismarck-Mandan are tax deductible.

JA is a 501 C 3 non-profit organization that teaches students about business, economics and free enterprise. Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to young people to teach them these skills. It was established in 1919 and is taught by volunteers in classrooms throughout the United States and in nearly 100 countries. JA is the successful bridge between business and education.

JA of Bismarck-Mandan needs your support to bring this program to the students of the community. Please consider sponsoring this program by contacting Sally at 223-5660 or email spaulson@bismarckmandan.

Platinum Sponsor for Junior Achievement:



AMBASSADor oF THE QuArTErCongratulations to Melissa Pinks, Ambassador of the Quarter for the Third Quarter 2013. Melissa is a Business Banking Officer with American Bank Center. She graduated from Bismarck High School and the university of Mary. Melissa is involved with the Chamber’s Excellence in Business Committee, volunteers with united way as well as serving as an Ambassador of the Chamber. She and her husband Scooter have 2 children and live in Bismarck. Melissa enjoys serving as an ambassador and welcoming new businesses to Bismarck-Mandan and congratulating those experiencing growth. Each year, the ambassador’s conduct over 125 ribbon cuttings, deliver treats to new members and serve as the public relations arm of the Chamber. Thank you to American Bank Center for allowing Melissa the time to get involved and make a difference.

THE CHAMBEr PrESENTS: TAxES AND EDUCATION Where do your taxes go? Will there be property relief? Are needs being addressed when it comes to taxes? These are just a few of the questions that will be asked when rep. Mike Nathe and Sen. Dwight Cook take the floor on December 12th from 1:00-2:30 pm at the Basin Electric Auditorium #304 at the NECE building at BSC. you won’t want to miss this great panel discussion! There is no cost to attend this event, but you must register online at: www.bismarckmandan.com/events For more information or to ask questions, please contact Sally at 223.5660.



When you look at our stats, you’ll see Bremer Bank is a big deal. More than $8 billion in assets. Nearly 100 locations. Over 100 years in business. But when you walk in the door, you’re welcomed by hard-working folks, the same as you. We sit down and work out financial solutions to help you grow your business. So talk with a local Bremer banker. It could be the start of something big.

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STATE OF THE CITIESOver 275 people attended the annual

Chamber State of the Cities on Tuesday,

November 5 at the Seven Seas to hear

Mayor VanBeek and Mayor Warford

recap the activity that has taken place

in Bismarck-Mandan. Great things

are happening in Bismarck-Mandan-

growth, jobs, housing, retail, commercial,

infrastructure just to name a few as the

mayors talked about Bismarck-Mandan, a

great place to live, work and play.



HolidayMixer2013

HolIday MIxer 2013Don’t miss out on the biggest networking social event of the year at the Chamber Holiday Mixer scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at the Civic Center-Exhibit Hall from 5:00-8:00 p.m. There will be over 160 booths, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, lots of samples, door prizes, and great festive holiday networking with over 1500 people who will be attending this event. register

on line at www.bismarckmandan.com or by contacting the Chamber at 223-5660. $5.00 and a business card gets you in the door. Make sure you include your spouses, guests, and employees. remember if your business is a Chamber member, so are your employees so make sure they take advantage of this holiday event. Bring your business cards.

JA MonoPolY TournAMEnTwho: Chamber Members and the Publicwhere: Mandan Middle Schoolwhen: Saturday, Feb. 22nd

register online at www.bismarckmandan.com/events or by calling 223-5660.

A limited number of sponsorships are still available. Please consider supporting area youth by sponsoring this fundraising event hosted by Junior Achievement. Contact Sally at 223-5660 for more information.

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The growth of Bismarck-Mandan and the surrounding area has been in a word, tremendous. However, it’s sometimes difficult to quantify that growth beyond anecdotal stories or a simple drive around town. That’s where statistics such as our population, the annual average employment (a jobs count), the number of business establishments, average annual wages being paid and taxable sales and purchases come into play.

Let’s begin with the populations of Bismarck, Mandan, Burleigh and Morton Counties, which combined make up the Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The US Census Bureau estimated the MSA’s population in 2002 to be 96,084. The 2012 estimated is 113,875, an increase of 17,791 or 18.5%.

This population growth has also led to an increase in the number of jobs in the MSA, otherwise known as the annual average employment. This number is calculated by dividing the total covered employment in the MSA, divided by 12 and then rounded to the nearest person. It’s also important to note that covered employment means companies liable for the unemployment insurance of their workers, so it excludes those who are self-employed. This figure comes from the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages program. It allows for multiple counting of jobs; if you work two jobs, you’re counted twice in this series. It’s also counted by place of work, so if you lived in Steele for example and worked in Bismarck, you would be counted in Bismarck. The annual average employment grew from 50,773 in 2002 to 64,739 in 2012, a net gain of 13,966, or 27.5%.

All of those 14,000 new jobs originated somewhere and that somewhere is our community’s business establishments. Also known as worksites in some publications, they are defined as the smallest operating business unit for which information can be provided on the cost of resources, materials, labor, and capital employed to produce output. An establishment is generally a single, physical location where business is conducted or where services or industrial operations are performed (e.g. a store, factory, farm, etc.). Since 2002, the Bismarck-Mandan MSA has added nearly 1,000 new business establishments.

One of the most common topics of discussion as they relate to our growth is jobs and good paying jobs at that. The measurement of good paying jobs is in fact those average wages or salary that we’ve compiled here. The average annual salary information is calculated by dividing the total wages paid in the MSA by the annual average employment. The hourly information was then calculated by dividing the

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annual average salary by the generally accepted work year of 2,080 hours. In 2002, the average hourly wage was $13.46; in 2012, the average hourly wage was $20.38. The gain of $6.92 per hour is a 51.4% increase.

Finally, let’s take a look at where those increasing wages often end up, in taxable sales and purchases. Taxable sales and purchases are the closest measure of spending tracked in the State of North Dakota and are reported by businesses on quarterly or monthly sales tax returns. Over the last decade, this number for the Bismarck-Mandan MSA has doubled from $1 billion to $2 billion.

Each of these statistics for the years 2002 through 2012 are shown in the table below.

These numbers simply confirm what we already know; the Bismarck-Mandan economy is performing at record levels. Fueled by perhaps the most diverse economy in North Dakota, we continue to attract residents, add jobs and create new wealth. However, we cannot afford to become complacent in our efforts because the moment we do is the moment we stop growing.

A special thanks to Michael Ziesch, Manager, Labor Market Information Center, and Phil Davis, Customer Service Area I/II Manager, of Job Service North Dakota for their assistance in compiling these statistics. Job Service North Dakota maintains a tremendous online resource at www.ndworkforceintelligence.com. In addition, the BMDA distributes a monthly publication, the Economy-at-a-Glance, which tracks a slightly different set of economic indicators including city sales tax collections, building permits issued, residential units sold, and more. For more information about the Economy-at-a-Glance, contact BMDA Marketing & research Director Judy Sauter at 701.222.5530

The Bismarck-Mandan Mandan Development Association (BMDA) a non-profit economic development organization dedicated to expanding the community’s economic base. For more information, visitwww.bmda.org

Year Estimated Annual average Worksites Annual average Taxable Sales population employment wage (annual / month) & Purchases 2002 96,084 50,773 3,538 $27,993 / $13.46 $1,067,509,5532003 96,846 52,002 3,655 $29,447 / $14.16 $1,099,999,3552004 97,734 53,496 3,778 $30,825 / $14.82 $1,174,684,42,2005 99,371 55.054 3,906 $31,505 / $15.15 $1,244,754,9182006 101,186 56,923 4,066 $32,550 / $15.65 $1,349,624,9762007 103,023 58,096 4,062 $34,117 / $16.40 $1,435,271,3452008 104,629 59,101 4,160 $35,388 / $17.01 $1,513,849,4182009 106,286 59,699 4,164 $36,081 / $17.35 $1,499,140,0742010 108,779 60,311 4,213 $37,866 / $18.20 $1,602,016,9302011 110,879 62,050 4,292 $39,725 / $19.10 $1,896,565,5752012 113,875 64,739 4,534 $42,391/ $20.38 $2,138,109,821

net gain 17,791 13,966 996 $14,398 / $6.92 $1,070,600,2682002-2012



The end of 2013 is just around the corner. As I close out my year as the Chamber Chair, I want to recognize and thank a number of people who have made this year a wonderful experience.

First, the dedicated Chamber staff. I can’t say enough about the dedicated individuals who work diligently, tirelessly and effectively to get the job done. Thank you Peg Iszler, for your gracious hospitality and the ability to make everyone feel welcome. Thank you, ryan Parsons, for your dedication to carrying the message of the Chamber to new and existing members. The new and improved Chamber Connection is the result of the efforts of ryan Parsons and Crystal Schiff, our newest staff member. Crystal works diligently and quietly but has produced amazing results that are apparent in our marketing media. In addition to the Chamber Connection, we have an updated Chamberlink and innovative website advertising. Thanks, Crystal! Thank you Sally Paulson for your enthusiasm and dedication to Junior Achievement, the Student Chamber and the wonderful educators in our communities. Much of Sally’s work is crucial to cultivating an awareness and interest in the Chamber among area students – our next generation of leaders. Thank you Susie kocourek for your lifelong commitment to the Chamber. Susie has touched so many people in her 30 years with the Chamber through her work with the leadership Program, the Ag Committee and the Ambassadors. Susie is one in a million a strong mentor and role model for young men and women in the community. Thank you Annie Bergrud, our Chief Accounting Officer and favorite bean counter. Annie has gently but firmly transformed the “dinosaur” accounting processes to a state-of-the-art and logical system. Annie works closely with the Board of Directors and keeps kelvin on task - a tough but necessary job. Thank you Dot Frank, who recently transitioned from our very busy full time Communications and Marketing Director to

a part-time position as Special Projects Coordinator. Dot spearheaded the Chamber’s uSS north Dakota marketing efforts and will continue to handle this project.

Second, the Board of Directors. Thank you to my fellow Board members, for showing up at 7:30 a.m. on the second wednesday of the month to attend Board meetings. Your enthusiasm and dedication to the Bismarck Mandan Chamber makes the meetings fund, interesting and productive. 2013 has been a jam-packed year. Our efforts as a Board involved issues resulting from the “good” problems that come with economic prosperity and unparalleled growth, such as workforce development, air service, affordable housing and childcare to name a few. we engaged in a long-range planning process with input from our members and other community stakeholders and will have a long range plan completed before the end of the year. In addition, the Chamber and the BMDA joined together in a long range plan, focused on a strategic partnership with common goals to facilitate economic development for innovative business attraction and retention. This plan will be completed in the next few weeks.

last, but certainly not least, a big thank you to kelvin Hullet, President of the Chamber. Although kelvin hails from the great state of kansas, his dedication to the Bismarck Mandan communities and the State of north Dakota is second to none. kelvin is a strong and effective leader with an unfailing ability to see opportunities where others see roadblocks and focus on solutions, not problems. He is an eternal optimist, a people person and the guy who does what it takes to get the job done. We are fortunate to have him.

Serving as the 2013 Chamber Board Chair has been a privilege, an honor and immensely enjoyable. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

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Small businesses are becoming a larger target for criminals seeking to access sensitive data because attackers are well aware that small businesses have limited resources or personnel dedicated to information system security. In an effort to combat cyber-attacks, the Department of Homeland Security established October as National Cyber Security Awareness Month to educate the public about cyber security and to prepare the nation in the event of a cyber-incident. Here are 9 cyber security tips for small business owners: 1. Use the FCC’s Small Biz Cyber Planner to create a cyber security plan The Small Biz Cyber Planner is valuable for businesses that lack the resources to hire a dedicated staff member to protect themselves from cyber threats. The tool walks users through a series of questions to determine which cyber security strategies should be included in the planning guide, and generates a customized PDF that serves as a cyber-security strategy template. 2. Establish cyber security rules for your employees Establish rules of behavior describing how to handle and protect personally identifiable information. Clearly detail the penalties for violating cyber security policies. 3. Protect against viruses, spyware, and other malicious code Install, use, and regularly update antivirus and antispyware software on every computer used in your business. Such software is readily available online from a variety of vendors. 4. Educate employees about safe social media practices Depending on what your business does, employees might be introducing competitors to sensitive details about your firm’s internal business. Employees should be taught how to post online in a way that does not reveal any trade secrets to the public or competing businesses. This type of safe

social networking can help avoid serious risks to your business. 5. Manage and assess risk Ask yourself, “What do we have to protect? And, what would impact our business the most?” Cyber-criminals often use lesser-protected small businesses as a bridge to attack larger firms with which they have a relationship. This can make unprepared small firms a less attractive business partner in the future, blocking potentially lucrative business deals. 6. Download and install software updates when they are availableAll software vendors regularly provide patches and updates to their products to correct security problems and improve functionality. Configure all software to install such updates automatically. 7. Make backup copies of important business data and information regularly backup the data on every computer used in your business. Critical data includes word processing documents, spreadsheets, databases, financial files, human resources files, and accounts receivable/payable files. Backup data automatically if possible, or at least weekly. 8. Control physical access to computers and network components Prevent access or use of business computers by unauthorized individuals. Laptops can be particularly easy targets for theft, so make sure they are stored and locked up when unattended. 9. Secure Wi-Fi networks If you have a Wi-Fi network for your home business make sure it is secure and hidden. To hide your Wi-Fi network, configure your wireless access point or router so that it does not broadcast the network name, known as the Service Set Identifier (SSID). In addition, make sure that passwords are required for access. It is also critical to change the administrative password that was on the device when it was first purchased.

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The Internal revenue Service announced a delay of approximately one to two weeks to the start of the 2014 filing season to allow adequate time to program and test tax processing systems following the 16-day federal government closure. The IrS is exploring options to shorten the expected delay and will announce a final decision on the start of the 2014 filing season in December, Acting IrS Commissioner Danny werfel said. The original start date of the 2014 filing season was Jan. 21, and with a one- to two-week delay, the IrS would start accepting and processing 2013 individual tax returns no earlier than Jan. 28 and no later than Feb. 4. The government closure came during the peak period for preparing IRS systems for the 2014 filing season. Programming, testing and deployment of more than 50 IrS systems is needed to handle processing of nearly 150 million tax returns. updating these core systems is a complex, year-round process with the majority of the work beginning in the fall of each year. About 90 percent of IrS operations were closed during the shutdown, with some major workstreams closed entirely during this period, putting the IrS nearly three weeks behind its tight timetable for being ready to start the 2014 filing season. There are additional training, programming and testing demands on IrS systems this year in order to provide additional refund fraud and identity theft detection and prevention. “Readying our systems to handle the tax season is an intricate, detailed process, and we must take the time to get it right,” Werfel said. “The adjustment to the start of the filing season provides us the necessary time to program, test and validate our systems so that we can provide a smooth filing and refund process for the nation’s taxpayers. we want the public and tax professionals to know about the delay well in advance so they can prepare for a later start of the filing season.” The IrS will not process paper tax returns before the start date, which will be announced in December. There is no advantage to filing on paper before the opening date, and taxpayers will receive their tax refunds much faster by using e-file with direct deposit. The April 15 tax deadline is set by statute and will remain in place. However, the IrS reminds taxpayers that anyone can request an automatic six-month extension to file their tax return. The request is easily done with Form 4868, which can be filed electronically or on paper.

IrS processes, applications and databases must be updated annually to reflect tax law updates, business process changes, and programming updates in time for the start of the filing season. The IrS continues resuming and assessing operations following the 16-day closure. The IrS is seeing heavy demand on its toll-free telephone lines, walk-in sites and other services from taxpayers and tax practitioners. During the closure, the IrS received 400,000 pieces of correspondence, on top of the 1 million items already being processed before the shutdown. The IrS encourages taxpayers to wait to call or visit if their issue is not urgent, and to continue to use automated applications on IrS.gov whenever possible. “In the days ahead, we will continue assessing the impact of the shutdown on IrS operations, and we will do everything we can to work through the backlog and pent-up demand,” werfel said. “We greatly appreciate the patience of taxpayers and the tax professional community during this period.”

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It’s also the subject of an upcoming book by the nation’s preeminent social dining guru David Porter. Porter, author of The Porter Principles and the go-to person on social architecture for college and university campuses, is the mastermind behind this concept that really gives the students all the comforts of home — while on campus.

“It’s social dining and learning re-imagined,” added Elizabeth Condic, vice president for financial affairs at the University of Mary. “Our lifestyles have changed over the years. No longer are we eating at seven in the morning, noon and at six in the evening during a typical day. We gather to eat at different times of the day to enjoy each other’s conversation – it’s no different for the life of a student – in fact it is probably more hectic and even less structured for them. Students should have access to this type of social dining space too for eating, learning and fellowship whenever they wish in a 24-hour period. We’re excited to be the first to introduce this dining-learning commons experience.”

“Nothing is as profound as what is happening at the University of Mary,” commented Porter. “Not only do they have a rare 24/7 dining experience for their students, but they are taking it to another level that no other institution has dared to do. This concept allows students to network and connect with others in a wholesome and healthy social space on campus whenever they wish. It’s the next generation of learning outside the classroom.”

Porter added, excelling academically is obviously important for the college student. But equally important, he says, is encouraging them to learn the life skills that form the foundation for a rich professional and personal life ahead. “The other side of a well-rounded college career is learning time management skills, career planning, building bonds with their campus, and friendships and meaningful relationships that will last a lifetime. Studies show that students who are socially connected to their campus have better GPAs, are personally and academically responsible, and have a better chance of graduating. This leading-edge thinking and endeavor by the university of Mary creates this new generation of social space.”

The university of Mary is already one of only three campuses across the united States — and the only one outside the southeast — to currently offer a 24-hour, seven days a week dining services on campus for students. The Anytime Dining program, that began this fall semester, allows students to have a meal plan and eat as much or as little as they choose, whenever they wish, seven days per week, at one surprisingly low fixed price. Porter says, this just may be the beginning of the end for the “freshman fifteen.”

A couple of student representatives met with Porter and a few administrators of the university of Mary regarding the new dining-learning commons concept.



MANDAN’S DOWNTOWN STOrEFrONT IMPrOVEMENT PrOGrAM STrENGTHENED Maximum match increased to $30,000, up to $60,000 possible for large corner buildings The Mandan City Commission at its Oct. 15 meeting approved enhancements to the Storefront Improvement Program. The major change is an increase in the maximum amount of matching funds for an exterior makeover. At the recommendation of the Mandan Growth Fund Committee, the Commission approved an increase in the maximum to $30,000 per building, up from $10,000 previously. Program revisions also allow for consideration of up to $60,000 for a corner building. The increases were recommended to rekindle interest in the program and strengthen Mandan’s ability to compete for unique eateries, boutiques and other types of niche businesses that gravitate toward downtown environments. City of Mandan Business Development and Communications Director Ellen Huber explains that storefront projects have been fewer and farther between with rising construction costs and an increased project requirement that became effective in November 2008 stipulating an automatic door for businesses receiving any local incentive. Mandan launched its Storefront Improvement program in 2006 to add momentum to the downtown revitalization process. It has served as a means to retain and assist existing businesses and to entice additional businesses to locate in downtown Mandan. A total of 29 commercial projects have been completed, but only eight since 2008. The City of Mandan has awarded nearly $250,000 in matching funds for approximately $800,000 in improvement projects. Money for the program comes from 1 percent local sales tax revenue budgeted for economic development through the Mandan Growth Fund. The program continues to require a 50 percent or dollar-for-dollar match. The matching funds are provided after project completion as an interest-free loan, forgiven over the course of three years contingent upon the building and improvements remaining intact. The program now allows up to $60,000 in matching funds for a corner property depending upon the extent of the project and the amount of exterior surface wall to be renovated. Qualifying improvements must be to areas visible from the public right of way and may include architectural services, replacement of exterior finishes, reconfiguring entrances, installation of automatic doors, door and window replacement, awnings, lighting, paint, signs and landscaping.



Program participation requires an automatic door on at least the building’s main entrance.

Buildings are only eligible for the program once, so it favors comprehensive projects that address all stories of a building façade and that eliminate all signs of blight or deterioration. Projects involving only exterior painting or signage will not be considered. The boundaries for the program are downtown core and downtown fringe districts as defined by Mandan Municipal Code 21-04-17.1 and 21-04-17.2. It includes all of Main Street and the greater downtown commercial area. Applications are considered by the Mandan Growth Fund Committee with recommendations forwarded to the City Commission for final approval. Funding for the program will be encumbered as project applications are approved. Availability of funding is not guaranteed. Program guidelines and application forms are posted at www.cityofmandan.com under the Businesses section. You may also contact the Mandan Business Development Office at 667-3485 or send an e-mail to [email protected].



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2011 rIVEr FLOODING rEFUND PrOGrAM APPLICATION DEADLINE APPrOACHINGTax Commissioner Cory Fong reminded homeowners whose primary residence was affected by the 2011 river flooding that the December 31, 2013, deadline for applying for the special sales tax refund is quickly approaching.

The refund program allows homeowners, who meet certain criteria, to receive a refund of sales tax for certain purchases made between June 10, 2011 through December 31, 2013. The program is available to homeowners’ for their primary residences. Property covered by flood insurance and rental property that received damage are not eligible for the sales tax refund. Qualifying purchases include those made to replace and repair eligible property damaged by the 2011 flooding.

The program applies to property for which the homeowner received disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as a result of 2011 river flooding. This includes property that sustained damage by river flooding or because of an abnormally high water table in an area.

State sales tax refunds on the purchase price of each item are limited to the first $3,200 of qualifying major appliances and residential furniture. Purchases for building supplies for residential property are limited to $500 per item. The refund is limited to one claim per primary household with a maximum of $2,500. refund requests must be submitted to the Tax Department no later than December 31, 2013.

For more information about the sales tax refund or to access the application and instructions, visit the Tax Department web site at www.nd.gov/tax/salesanduse/pubs or call the Sales Tax Compliance Section, at 701.328.1246.

Taxpayers can stay up-to-date on North Dakota tax-related matters by visiting the Tax Department’s web site at www.nd.gov/tax or connecting with the Tax Department on Facebook and youTube.

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BISMArCk PArkS AND rECrEATION DISTrICT rEACCrEDITED Bismarck Parks and recreation District (BPrD) is one of only 119 agencies in the country, and the first in North Dakota, to have received national reaccreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and recreation Agencies (CAPrA). This distinguished accomplishment was recently announced in Houston, Tx at the National recreation and Park Association (NrPA) 2013 Congress and Exposition. BPRD was first accredited in 2008. The process of reaccreditation is extensive. After the initial application, BPrD completed a detailed self-assessment report, which was followed by a visit to Bismarck by a team of experienced park and recreation professionals from across the country. Finally, a review is conducted by CAPrA and reaccreditation was formally conferred by the Commission at the NrPA conference. The reaccreditation process requires park and recreation agencies to respond to 144 standards representing elements of effective and efficient park and recreation operations. Of the 144 standards, 36 are deemed as fundamental standards, meaning an agency must meet that standard. Of the remaining 108 standards, an agency must meet 85%, or 92 of them, in order to be accredited, or in the case of BPrD, reaccredited. BPrD met all 144 standards. BPrD Executive Director randy Bina and Board of Park Commissioner Vice President Julie Jeske accepted the reaccreditation award on behalf of the district, staff and the Board of Park Commissioners.

SEEDS OF HOPE’S CHrISTMAS STOrE NOW OPEN The Christmas store in the Abused Adult resource Center’s Seeds of Hope Thrift and Gift Store held its opening premiere for the holiday season on Oct. 25. Located in the lower level of the Seeds of Hope, 520 E. Main, the Christmas store features a vast assortment of unique holiday gifts and decorations. Dorinda Eckroth, assistant store manager, said the Christmas store includes all sizes of Christmas trees, Nativity scenes, home goods, wreaths, vintage decorations, lights, yard decorations, linens, gift bags/wrapping, floral, ornaments and many other one-of-a-kind holiday items. “If you have interest in Pinterest, then Seeds of Hope is the place for you,” she said. New items are added daily. Donations of holiday items are appreciated now and throughout the year. The Christmas store’s normal hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday through the end of the holiday season. “Volunteers are needed for the store, especially on Saturdays, helping with displays, customer service and cashiering,” according to Lisa Ternes, store manager. “Volunteers can come in part of aday, not necessarily the whole day,” she said. Anyone interested in volunteering at the store should call Dorinda at 222-8895.



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Dakota Stage ltd. is proud to present The long Christmas Dinner, the holiday classic by Thornton wilder, as the next show of its thrilling 35th season. Starring familiar DSl faces Lindsay Fisher and Mark Kuntz, welcoming newcomers Alanna Carlson and Dave Scott, and directed by Emmalee riegler, The long Christmas Dinner will prove a touching tale and an enchanting experience for the entire family to celebrate their home and history. A delightful drama about several generations of one family, this beautiful piece traverses ninety years and represents in accelerated motions ninety Christmas dinners in the Bayard home. The development of the countryside, the changes in customs and manners and the personal growth of the Bayard family sums up vividly a wide aspect of American life. It is a serious play lightened with humor of character and a human, tender moving quality both appealing and forceful.

Dakota Stage ltd. will hold its run of The long Christmas Dinner at 412 E Main Ave. in Bismarck. Performances are at 7:30pm on wednesdays through Saturdays and at 2pm on Sundays from December 5th through the 15th. Tickets are $22 ($21 when purchased online) for adults and $19 ($18 when purchased online) for students, seniors, and military personnel. reservations can be made after november 25th online at www.dakotastageltd.com, via email at [email protected], by phone at 701-258-4998 and at the door before each show. SPECIAL “GIVE BACK” PERFORMANCE! For every ticket purchased for the Sunday, December 8th performance, Dakota Stage will donate $5 to the Bismarck Downtown Artist Cooperative. This fundraising effort is a way to “give back” to an esteemed organization in our community and thank them for the hard work they do for our area. Please join us in supporting this very worthy cause! STuDEnT ruSH TICkETS! on wednesday, December 11th only, students can get their tickets at the door beginning at 7pm for just $10 each for that night’s performance! There are no advanced sales available, this price is not valid in conjunction with any other offer or on previously purchased tickets and patrons must present a current student IDs at the time of the order.



InSPIrInG STuDEnTS & TEACHErS - 2014 DAkoTA DIGITAl FIlM FESTIvAlregistration is now open for high school/college students and teachers to attend the third annual Dakota Digital Film Festival (DDFF) Day Session. Attendance to the Day Session of the festival is FrEE for high school and college students and their teachers if registered through their school by February 7, 2014. last years’ Day Session was a great success with almost 300 students and teachers from 14 area schools attending. To get a glimpse of past events, watch this short DDFF Day Session with comments from teachers Shawn Holz - United Tribes Technical College, Sue Skalicky - Century High School, and Dusty Anderson - Bismarck State College. Planning has begun to make the 2014 event another extraordinary experience. And while details are still being lined up, we’re pleased to announce two of the 2014 workshops: · wild videography – cameras and capturing techniques presented by Tom Jensen, video news Director and Mike Anderson, videographer, nD Game and Fish · Storyboarding and Pre-Production Essentials – presenter confirmation pending. Additional workshop and presenter information will be shared as details are finalized. The Day Session will also include screenings and critiques of selected student films, lunch, prize drawings and more.

While we encourage schools to submit student films/videos for screening consideration, it is NOT a requirement to attend. Schools planning to submit for screening consideration should refer to the School Film Submission Form and note the deadline for submitting is March 14, 2014. Any genre is welcome, but content must be non-commercial and submissions must have a Total run Time no longer than 5 minutes (under 2 minutes is preferred). In addition to the Day Session, DDFF will have an Evening Session starting at 7:00 p.m. which will include screenings of award-winning short films and additional networking opportunities. The Evening Session is open to the public for a nominal ticket price. To register and reserve space for you and your students, please complete and submit the following School registration Form (also attached). It’s simple and it’s FrEE (even lunch) if you register by February 7, 2014. Questions: [email protected]



EDND ELECTS BOArD OF DIrECTOrS AND OFFICErS The Economic Development Association of North Dakota (EDND) recently elected its 2013-2015 Board of Directors and officer team during its Oct. 30 Annual Membership Meeting in Jamestown, N.D. Officers elected are President Keith Lund, Grand Forks region Economic Development Corporation; Vice President Connie Ova, Jamestown/Stutsman Development Corporation; Secretary/Treasurer Ellen Huber, City of Mandan Business Development; and Past President John Phillips, Beulah Economic Development. Elected to the board of directors are Debra Walworth, Prairie West Development Foundation (Beach); Mark Vaux, Greater Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation; and Shawn Wenko, Williston Economic Development Corporation. Also recognized for his dedication to EDND was outgoing board member Gaylon Baker, Stark Development Corporation (Dickinson).

“LADIES NIGHT” RAISES $7,000 For BrEAST CAnCEr SuPPorT Runnings “Ladies Night” event raised more than $7,000 to help in the fight against breast cancer. Thousands of customers took part in the evening which was hosted at nineteen stores on october 23rd. A bucket sale highlighted the night which invited customers to purchase a pink 5 gallon bucket and receive a discount on whatever items fit inside. Since its beginning in 2010, “Ladies Night” has generated more than $18,500 which is donated to breast cancer affiliated organizations within each hosting store’s local area. Stores involved in “Ladies Night” included: Minnesota: Marshall; Hutchinson; new ulm; red wing; willmar; Montevideo; Benson; Worthington; Litchfield. South Dakota: Mobridge; watertown; Aberdeen; Huron; Pierre; Brookings; rapid City. north Dakota: Bismarck; Carrington. Montana: Glendive. runnings wishes to thank Travel leaders of Apple valley, wrangler, Scott Pet Products, ArIAT, Hills Bros, nutrena, Caramel Cob, KLN Family Brands, Blazin Roxx, Carhartt for kids, Precision Pet, Farnam, loyall and D&D Commodities for their support in sponsoring the event.



EIGHTEEn norTH DAkoTA TourISM EnTITIES AwArDED MArkETInG FunDS Eighteen north Dakota tourism entities are able to expand their marketing efforts thanks to two grant programs from the north Dakota Department of Commerce, Tourism Division. The Events Marketing Grant Program and Marketing Grant Program each provide a maximum of $5,000 in matching funds for promotion of regional events and for specific tourism marketing plans. A total of $74,800 was awarded between the two programs. recipients of the Event Marketing Grant Program, which provides funds to communities and event promoters wanting to regionally promote their 2014 tourism-related event, include: · Devils lake Park Board for the north Dakota State Pond Hockey Championship · MainStreams llC, Anamoose, for German and Scandinavian Heritage Days · Burke County Fair Association for the cross-border promotion of their annual event · legendary Adventures new Discoveries, Medora, for the Maah Daah Hey 100 bike race · williston CvB for the north Dakota Chokecherry Festival · Elgin Community Betterment for the 100-mile Highway 21 Treasure Hunt · Snowmobile north Dakota for the 2014 International ride · Maah Daah Hey Trail Association for the Maah Daah Hey Trail Extension Grand opening · old red old Ten Scenic Byway for the nine-community old red Trail rummage Sale · Extreme north Dakota Adventures for the 2014 north American Adventure race Championship recipients of the Marketing Grant Program, which provides funds to develop marketing materials to promote an experience, activity or place unique to north Dakota, are: · kickstands up for the north Dakota Motorcycle map and website · Indian Hills resort and Campground, Garrison, for a website upgrade · lewis and Clark Fort Mandan Foundation, Washburn, for participation in the multi-state “Welcome to Lewis and Clark Country” marketing project · Dakota Carriage Company, leonard, for a marketing campaign · weninger ranch, Sentinel Butte, for new guest ranch marketing · Cannonball Company, regent, for an out-of-state airport advertising campaign · Sheyenne oaks Horse Camp, leonard, for directional signage · Extreme north Dakota Adventure racing, Grand Forks, for a national marketing campaign Grant recipients will receive 25 percent of the grant money upfront with the remaining 75 percent paid following the completed event or marketing project. For more information on tourism grants, contact Dean Ihla with north Dakota Tourism at 701-328-3505 or [email protected].

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CAT BuS SHElTEr DEDICATIon CErEMonY HonorED woMAn WHO GAVE MANY A “HEAD START”Capital Area Transit (CAT), along with Bismarck Early Childhood Education Program (BECEP), dedicated a bus shelter in honor of former Head Start teacher and director MaryAnn Anderson on Friday, october 25, 2013.

More than 40 family members, friends, BECEP employees, CAT employees and community members gathered at BECEP for this historical event. This is the first CAT bus shelter to be dedicated. Just put up in September, MaryAnn’s shelter is new to the corner of Avenue C and 14th Street.

MaryAnn Anderson was a teacher, administrator, mentor and leader who began teaching at the Head Start program in Bismarck in 1970. In 1987, she was named director of the BECEP program in Bismarck. She retired in 2001, after 31 years of service dedicated to changing children’s lives. She continued to touch lives as a member of the Touch Board at BECEP. Her motto was: “One hundred years from now it will not matter what kind of house I lived in, how much money I had, nor what my clothes were like. But the world may be a little better because I was important in the life of a child.” MaryAnn passed away on June 11, 2012. MaryAnn’s shelter has her motto on it.

“We wanted to put MaryAnn’s motto on the shelter in hopes that it would inspire many,” said Pam Haak, the Family Advocate for Head Start at BECEP “just as she inspired so many of us. We thought a shelter was appropriate since she spent so much of her life helping and sheltering others.”



Monday, 2nd 5:00 pm Burleigh County CommissionMonday, 2nd 5:30 pm Mandan School Board (recorded)Tuesday, 3rd 5:30 pm Mandan City Commission

Monday, 9th 5:15 pm Bismarck School BoardMonday, 9th 5:30 pm Mandan Park Board (recorded)Wednesday, 11th 5:15 pm Burleigh Planning Commission

Monday, 16th 5:00 pm Burleigh County CommissionMonday, 16th 5:30 pm Mandan School Board (recorded)Tuesday, 17th 5:15 pm Bismarck City CommissionTuesday, 17th 5:30 pm Mandan City CommissionWednesday, 18th 5:00 pm Bismarck Planning & Zoning CommissionThursday, 19th 3:30 pm Burleigh County Social ServicesThursday, 19th 5:15 pm Bismarck Park Board Commission

Meetings can be viewed LIVE (unless otherwise indicated) and are replayed several times on Government Access, cable channel 2. Government meetings are also available for online viewing (LIVE and Video on Demand) atwww.freetv.org.

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ST. AlExIuS MEDICAl CEnTEr nAMED ToP PErForMEr HoSPITAl BY TJCSt. Alexius Medical Center in Bismarck was named one of 1,099 hospitals in the nation and one of four hospitals in north Dakota, as a Top Performers on key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission (TJC), the leading accreditor of health care organizations in America. St. Alexius was recognized by The Joint Commission for exemplary performance in using evidence-based clinical processes that are shown to improve care for heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, and surgical care. The ratings are based on an aggregation of accountability measure data reported to The Joint Commission during the 2012 calendar year.

St. Alexius Medical Center and each of the hospitals that were named as a Top Performer on key Quality Measures must: 1) achieve cumulative performance of 95 percent or higher across all reported accountability measures; 2) achieve performance of 95 percent or higher on each and every reported accountability measure where there are at least 30 denominator cases; and 3) have at least one core measure set that has a composite rate of 95 percent or higher, and within that measure set all applicable individual accountability measures have a performance rate of 95 percent or higher.

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Starion Financial Hires Training Coordinator Starion Financial has expanded its training department by hiring Robin Thorstenson as the training coordinator. She is located at the bank’s downtown Bismarck location. In her role, Thorstenson is

responsible for writing procedures and training manuals, coordinating training schedules and facilitating training for many areas of the bank, including new hires, emerging leaders and the business, mortgage and investment team members. She develops and implements formal training programs for new members of the banking team, ensuring proper training is delivered at all levels. Thorstenson has more than eight years of experience as a corporate trainer, as well as many years of experience in nonprofit program management. She earned her bachelor’s degree in management from Washburn University of Topeka – Kan., and her master’s degree in nonprofit management from the University of St. Thomas – Minn. Thorstenson is also a certified Development Dimensions International (DDI) facilitator. In her personal life, Thorstenson serves on the Dakota Media Access Board of Directors and on the United Way Community Impact Committee. She is a member of Toastmasters and Leadership Bismarck-Mandan Alumni Association.

DeKrey Receives Outstanding Service Award Jeanne DeKrey, PT, occupational health and wellness coordinator with St. Alexius Medical Center, recently received the 2013 Outstanding Service Award at the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy annual conference

in San Antonio, TX. Jeanne is a current member and delegate of the North Dakota Board of Physical Therapists.

Jeanne earned a bachelor of science in physical therapy, master of physical therapy and a Doctorate of physical therapy from University of North Dakota. She has been employed with St. Alexius since 2000.

St. Alexius Hires Additional Family Practice Provider in Mandan Dr. Joy Froelich joins St. Alexius Mandan Clinic as a family practice physician. Froelich received her medical degree from University of North Dakota School of Medicine

in Grand Forks, ND. She completed internships in family medicine at University of North Dakota School of Medicine and University of Missouri Family Medicine in Columbia, MO. Prior to coming to St. Alexius, Froelich worked at a family medicine clinic in Columbia, MO, providing all primary care needs and urgent care services. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, North Dakota Medical Association and Native American Medical Student Association.

Schauer Named Director of St. Alexius’ Heart & Vascular Center Nicole (Nikki) Schauer, RN, was recently named director of St. Alexius’ Heart & Vascular Center. Nikki began her career at St. Alexius in 1996 as a certified nurse aide

on the Transitional Care Unit. After earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Medcenter One College of Nursing, she was a nurse in St. Alexius’ Intensive Care Unit. In 2002 she transferred to the Heart & Vascular Center where she worked in the Heart Catheterization Labs and Interventional Radiology. In 2011 she accepted the position as clinical coordinator in Radiology Nursing. Nikki is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support and is a Basic Life Support instructor.

Renae Fettig, MS, OTR/L Completes Training and Earns Certification Renae Fettig, licensed occupational therapist with St. Alexius Medical Center, recently became certified in Therapeutic

Listening as well as completed a feeding course for the neonatal intensive care population through toddler age. Renae holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from University of Mary. She is national board certified and is licensed in the state of North Dakota. Her other certifications/special training includes: Certified Therapeutic Listening Practitioner, Neuro-Developmental Treatment, Sensory integration, Torticollis and Plagiocephaly.

St. Alexius’ Wutzke Earns Certification Jesse Wutzke, pediatric outpatient occupational therapist with St. Alexius Medical Center recently became certified in the SOS (Sequential Oral Sensory) Approach to Feeding. The SOS approach is used for assessing and treating

children with feeding difficulties by increasing a child’s comfort level with food in a playful, non-stressful way. Jesse earned a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from University of Mary. She is licensed in the state of North Dakota and is a national board certified occupational therapist. Jesse also has special training and certifications in Handwriting without Tears, Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, Pediatric Feeding and Sensory Integration.

Neuhardt Named Advisor of the Month Securian Financial Advisors of ND, Inc. is pleased to announce that Brian Neuhardt is Advisor of the Month for September. Brian has been a Financial Advisor with Securian since May 2003 and is

located at 4431Memorial Highway in Mandan, ND.

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Jeanne DeKrey, PT

Dr. Joy Froelich

Nicole Schauer, RN

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Sanford Health Nurse Completes Recertification Rebecca Moldenhauer, a registered nurse at Sanford Health, has successfully completed the requirements for recertification as a board certified nephrology nurse through the Nephrology

Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC). NNCC’s certification validates nurses’ skills, knowledge and abilities. Moldenhauer has worked for Sanford Health since June 2011.

Riehl Earns MSN Noelle Riehl, registered nurse and STEMI Coordinator with Sanford Health, recently earned a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. Riehl’s thesis work focused on STEMI patient perceptions of satisfaction with the care that is provided by nursing personnel in an

emergency department setting.

Sanford Administrator Elected as Vice Chair of the North Dakota State Health Council Wade Peterson, Sanford Health Sunset Drive Continuing Care

Center administrator, has been elected to the vice chair seat on the North Dakota State Health Council. This council serves as the North Dakota Department of Health’s governing and advisory body. The State Health Council’s duties include monitoring overall health care costs and quality of health care in North Dakota. The council’s 11 members are appointed by the governor for three-year terms. This is Peterson’s second appointed term with the council. He has served as an administrator with Sanford Health for 15 years.

Sanford Clinic Welcomes Surgeon Joshua Knudson, MD, general surgeon, has joined the care team at Sanford Clinic in the Q&R Tower – 222 N. Seventh St., Bismarck. As a general surgeon, Dr. Knudson provides surgical

treatments for a wide range of diseases and conditions that involve the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, gallbladder, thyroid, lower intestines and abdomen. A native of Bismarck, Dr. Knudson completed his surgical internship and residency at TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Grand Forks.

Allison Joins the Ramada Hotel & Conference Center

Laurie L. Allison joined the Ramada Hotel & Conference Center in August as their General Manager. Originally from Rapid City, SD. She did live in Bismarck in the 90’s and owned a Business. She has over 15 years of experience in the Hotel & Hospitality Business.

Magi-Touch Hires Three

Magi-Touch is pleased to announce Joan Glasser, Kaitlynn Schultz, and Todd Gillispie have joined their sales staff. Joan Glasser is an Interior Designer with 33 years of experience in Residential and Commercial Design.

Kaitlynn Schultz has 6 years of Customer Service and Sales experience. Todd Gillispie has over 20 years of Sales experience.

G & R Controls and Balancing Professionals Announcements G & R Controls and Balancing Professionals recently welcome Mark Fiechtner as a full-time Balancing Technician in the Bismarck office. Fiechtner has an extensive mechanical background and attended Bismarck State College graduating with a Vocational School Certificate in Welding, and an Associate in Applied Science degree in HVAC. Tyler Atkinson joined the team as a full-time Journeyman Electrician in the Bismarck office. Atkinson has 7 years of experience installing and programming HVAC controls and security and card access systems. Dylan Novak joined the Fargo team as a full-time Service Technician. Novak has several years of experience installing ductwork and HVAC equipment, and insulating mechanical systems. Novak has accumulated a year and a half of credit in a sheet metal apprenticeship program.

Bismarck Motor Company Adds Four Bismarck Motor Company, a Kupper Automotive dealership, has added four new members to its staff. Dave Atkinson, Britta Burbach,

Andy Dahl and Kayla Rogers started at the dealership early October, respectively. Atkinson, Burbach and Dahl will be working as sales and leasing consultants. Rogers joins the human resources and payroll administration department.

Credit Collections Bureau Announcements Credit Collections Bureau Announces That Pam Kay (Rapid City)Has Been Named Collector Of The Month For October 2013. Jeff Churchill (Rapid City) And Bill Doss (Rapid City) Have Been Named Client Services Reps Of The Month For October 2013. Darrick Wiest (Bismarck) Has Been Named Employee Of The Month ForOctober 2013. Dalena Steele (Rapid City) To Collection Representative Michael Adams (Bismarck), To Collection Advisor Tate Dell & Jerry Jackson (Bismarck) To Collection Coordinator Mark Wright (Rapid City) To Sr Collection Director Level 2 Ashlei Murphy (Bismarck) To The ½ Million Dollar Club

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announce that Becky Smith, Digital Media Specialist has been HubSpot Certified by HubSpot (a leading inbound marketing software company) for inbound marketing. Inbound marketing is any marketing tactic that relies on earning people’s interest instead of buying it.

Trhlik Joins Earth-Kind, Inc. welcomes Cassandra Trhlik as the new GL Accountant. Trhlik earned degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from Dickinson State and has experience in accounting and business management.

Galster Joins Earth-Kind, Inc. welcomes Kacey

Galster who has joined the growing team in a new role as a Sales Coordinator. Galster holds an degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Human Resources from Rasmussen College. She has experience in sales and customer service.

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KK BOLD Announces New Hires and a Promotion Debra A Anderson now is the director of public relations. She works closely with the agency’s account and creative team to enhance public outreach and image for clients throughout the region. Anderson brings 25 years of experience in health and education public relations and marketing to the position. She has worked in both the private and public sectors in North Dakota and Oklahoma. Anderson is a graduate of the University of North Dakota where she received a bachelor’s degree with majors in English and public relations. She is a native of Westhope, N.D. Zach Engstrom now is a web developer. He works with clients to develop websites that maximize

their online potential. In response to growing market demands, the KK BOLD staff now includes five web developers. Engstrom received an associate’s degree in web programming from Ridgewater College in Hutchinson, Minn., in 2013. He is a native of Willmar, Minn. Alison Moser, details specialist, has been promoted to an account executive. She provides a full range of account services, including developing and implementing marketing strategies to help clients meet their full potential. Moser joined KK BOLD after receiving a bachelor’s degree in marketing from North Dakota State University in 2013. A native of Napoleon, N.D., she interned at H2M in Fargo, N.D.

Renz Joins Heringer Dentistry Dr. Brielle (Krumm) Renz originates from Bismarck, ND. Dr. Renz completed her undergraduate studies at Carroll College in Helena, Montana, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in biology. She went on to graduate from Western University

of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine in Pomona, California. Dr. Renz is a member of the American Dental Association, North Dakota Dental Association, and American Association of Women Dentists. Dr. Renz is excited to join the team at Heringer Dentistry and values the opportunity to be a part of this dynamic office. Through the use of Waterlase laser technology, as an alternative to traditional dentistry, Dr. Renz is able to provide her patients with a relaxed and comfortable dental experience.

EAPC Hires Schimke as Director of Healthcare Services EAPC Architects Engineers has hired Stanley W. Schimke as Director of Healthcare Services. Schimke has 27 years of extensive

experience in medical architecture, having planned and designed many community and critical access hospitals, outpatient specialty clinics, medical office buildings, and senior living facilities. Schimke’s most recent employment was with Mohagen | Hansen Architectural Group from Wayzata, MN, where he was the Director of Healthcare. Schimke’s focus at EAPC will be on building long-term strategic relationships, marketing healthcare projects and clients, and actively leading project teams and staff mentoring. Schimke received his education from NDSU earning a Bachelor of Architecture, a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Architectural Studies, and Interior Design. He serves on various boards including The Healthcare Advisory Board, National Rural Health Association, Minnesota Hospital Association, and many others.

Green-Grom Promoted at Cornerstone Bank Erin Green-Grom of Cornerstone Bank has been promoted to Lead Mortgage Loan Processor. Erin has been a Mortgage Loan Processor with Cornerstone Bank since October 9, 2012. Her office is at the bank’s Bismarck south location.

McKim Joins Cornerstone Bank Michelle McKim has joined Cornerstone Bank as a Mortgage Loan Processor at our Bismarck south location. She comes to us with over eleven years of mortgage title and closing experience.

Hart Promoted at Cornerstone Bank Ruth Hart of Cornerstone Bank has been promoted to Lead Mortgage Closer/Funder. Ruth has

been a Mortgage Loan Processor with Cornerstone Bank since January 1, 2009. Her office is at the bank’s Bismarck south location.

Garhett Langer Hired as Maintenance Assistant Garhett Langer is joining Mandan Aero Center with a strong desire to grow in the aviation industry. Garhett has a Light Sport Pilot Certification and has passed his written for privates pilot’s license. Garhett has been working at the Mandan Municipal Airport and will continue as an apprentice towards his A&P certification. Garhett aspires to continue growing in the aviation industry and would like to become a commercial pilot. Garhett’s experience and positive attitude will be a great addition to our team.

Skylar Schneider Hired as Part-Time Flightline Technician Skylar comes to Bismarck Aero Center with many years in the aviation industry. He has been working on his family’s agricultural ground and aerial spray

operation based out of Rugby, ND. Skylar completed his Associates Degree at BSC in 2012 as well as completing his requirements for his private pilot’s license through Bismarck Aero Center. Skylar brings a great work ethic and aviation experience to the Bismarck Aero Center team.

Randy Lewis, CFI Hired as Certified Flight Instructor – Part Time Randy Lewis joins Bismarck Aero Center with the strong passion for aviation. His aviation career began at UND where he became a Certified Flight Instructor. Randy will be representing Bismarck Aero Center as CFI where he will be immediately working with Twin Engine Flight students along with other introductory students as needed.

Cameron Kostelecky, CFI Hired as Certified Flight Instructor – Part Time Cameron Kostelecky comes to Bismarck Aero Center with a stout aviation background. Cameron’s aviation career began at UND where he worked as a Certified Flight Instructor for the 2012/2013 School Year. In addition, Cameron also logged a few hundred hours of Seneca flight time while working with Weather Modification performing cloud seeding missions. Cameron will be representing Bismarck Aero Center as a CFI with several of our new flight students.

Bianco Realty Acknowledges Bianco Realty has named Shirley Thomas and Heidi Hilzendeger “ASSOCIATES OF THE MONTH”. Shirley & Heidi had the most closed sales for the month of October! Shirley has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2001 and Heidi has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2012. Great work ladies!

Dissette-Foster Joins Bianco Realty Bianco Realty is excited to announce the newest REALTOR® to join their company: Brenda Dissette-Foster. Brenda looks forward to helping you with all your Real Estate needs, achieving your dream of home ownership and providing a Tradition of Excellence!

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Clark named Interim President of Bismarck State College The North Dakota State Board of Higher Education today confirmed the appointment of David L. Clark, current executive vice president at Bismarck State College, to be the interim president at BSC from Nov. 1, 2013 to June 30, 2015. Clark was recommended by Dr. Larry C. Skogen, current BSC president, who begins his term as the interim chancellor of the North Dakota University System on Nov. 1 and also serves through June 2015. Clark grew up in New England, N.D., and Bismarck, obtaining his associate degree at BSC, his bachelor’s degree at the University of Mary, Bismarck; and his MBA at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. He worked at Basin Electric as a cost analyst, then moved to the Office of Management and Budget for the State of North Dakota, where he served in positions of increasing responsibility in budget analysis and fiscal management. In 1990, he accepted a position at BSC as vice president of operations, was promoted to vice president of operations and corporate and continuing education and finally to his current position as executive vice president. Clark is active in the Bismarck community, in higher education within NDUS, and on a regional and national basis.

Gunderson Joins Cornerstone Bank Jeremy Gunderson has joined Cornerstone Bank as a Mortgage Loan Processor at our Bismarck south location. Jeremy comes to us with five years of customer service experience and one year of assisting financial planners with data input and support.

Cornerstone Bank has four locations in Fargo and Bismarck.

Record Keepers, LLC Celebrates 20 Years Record Keepers, LLC, a statewide document storage, management, and shredding company is celebrating their 20th anniversary. In October of 1993, Chad Spiry and Bill Spiry opened the business in Fargo, ND and have since expanded the document storage and shredding services throughout the state of North Dakota and western Minnesota. Record Keepers has locations in Fargo and Bismarck, ND. Record Keepers’ services include hard copy paper storage and paper and hard drive shredding.

Reiman Joins St. Alexius Jennifer Reiman recently joined St. Alexius’ Emergency & Trauma Center as a certified physician assistant. She received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD. Jennifer has extensive knowledge

and experience having worked as a physician assistant since 2001. Prior to obtaining her PA certification, she worked as a certified athletic trainer. Jennifer is certified as a PA by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She also is certified in BLS, ACLS, ATLS and PALS.

Three Receive Awards from DFC Consultants DFC Consultants, a gold-certified Microsoft partner, has awarded their 2013 Customer of the Year awards to: Pride, Inc., Bismarck, ND - DFC Cloud Customer of the Year Ho-Chunk Housing and Community Development Agency, Tomah, WI - DFC Property Management Customer of the Year Development Homes, Grand Forks, ND - Dynamics Customer of the Year Each business was awarded customer of the year based on their extensive use and knowledge of software systems they utilize and their measurable success and productivity in their industry. Pride, Inc. is a member of the Bismarck Mandan Chamber and works with members of the area who have special needs. They moved their computer software and services to the cloud, allowing employees the flexibility to access information from any site in the community or from home. Cloud service allowed them to stay within budget and avoid the high expense of a new server. Awards were given out at DFC’s customer symposium in October.

Uniform Retailers Awarded Uniform Retailers Association has awarded the Uniform Center of Bismarck and Rapid City as the Retailer of the Year for the Multiple Store Owners category for the northwest region. Owners, Sue Mathern in Bismarck and Brett Mathern in Rapid City received the award for the second consecutive year. Uniform manufacturers selected those they considered to be a model retailer in the various regions of the country. Selections were based on store appearance, merchandising, volume of sales, inventory control, brand coverage, store produced promotions and

other criteria.

New Technician at Dakota Eye Institute

Dakota Eye Institute recently hired Ashley Kimball to join its eye care team as a contact lens technician. Kimball helps patients learn about their contact lens use and care. Kimball is from Glendive, M.T.

New Optician at Dakota Eye Institute Dakota Eye Institute recently hired Justin Berger to join its eye care team as an optician. Berger assists patients with frame and lens selection, fitting and various other optical needs. He is from Bismarck, N.D. and is a graduate of

the University of North Dakota with a bachelor’s degree in

philosophy. He also has previous optical experience from Pearl Vision in Grand Forks, N.D.

Sanford Surgeon Earns Board Certification Bree Dewing, MD, weight-loss and general surgeon at Sanford Medical Center in Bismarck, is now board certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. Board certification in surgery

means that the surgeon has met the American Board of Surgery’s standards specifically in the area of general surgery and its related specialties. To receive certification, a surgeon must meet the necessary requirements and complete an extensive examination. Board certification is voluntary and reflects a surgeon’s commitment to life-long learning and quality patient care. In addition to receiving certification, Dr. Dewing also recently performed the first robotic-assisted gastric sleeve weight-loss surgery in North Dakota. Benefits of this less-invasive surgery can include fewer complications, a reduced risk of infection and a shorter hospital stay than traditional methods.

America’s Safest Companies: Northern Improvement Co. Northern Improvement Co. once considered accidents and injuries as costs of doing business. Over the years, however, the Fargo, N.D.-based construction firm has come to view safety as a “cornerstone” of its business, Vice President and Safety Manager Jack Kolberg says. The company’s safety record has helped Northern Improvement secure a number of new contracts – even when the firm didn’t submit the lowest bid. The company takes a top-down and bottom-up approach to EHS. President Tom McCormick stays involved in safety on a daily basis, and clearly states the company’s philosophy in its EHS policy: “No job shall be considered complete unless every precaution and safety practice has been performed.” The firm encourages associate to participate in safety committees, safety huddles and anonymous safety-perception surveys. Northern Improvement rewards employees for their participation in safety activities. Associates get scratch-off tickets for taking part in daily and weekly safety huddles, and are entered in monthly cash drawings when they report near misses. The company places a special emphasis on training. As part of its onboarding process, experienced workers mentor new hires on how to safely complete their job tasks. Northern Improvement’s customers aren’t the only ones that have recognized the firm’s EHS efforts. In 2011, five Northern Improvement sites received the North Dakota Safety Council’s Occupational Safety Merit Award, and the firm twice has received the Associated General Contractors of America’s Construction Safety Excellence Award.

Jeremy Gunderson

Jennifer Reiman

Sue Mathern

Brett Mathern

Ashley Kimball

Justin Berger

Bree Dewing, MD



leray Paulson in his new business at 901 old red trail in mandan. Phone: 360-3660.

PRo WHEEL PoLiSHiNG APRiCoT LANEloni Bienek, owner in her new business located at 1001 west Interstate avenue, suite 116 in Bismarck. member. Phone:

400-6752.

eric miller, vice President/Principal along with his staff in their new business located at 2401 46th avenue s.e., suite 202 in

Bismarck. Phone: 226-9633. member.

MFRAKathleen spilman and staff in their new location at 1403 27th

street N.w. in mandan. Phone: 667-1800.

KEiTu ENGiNEERS & CoNSuLTANTS

a new assisted living center located at 2801 39th avenue s.e. in mandan. Phone: 390-4170. member.

EDGEWooD ViSTA-MANDANIngrid schneider in their new location at 4501 Coleman, 2nd

Floor in Bismarck. member. Phone: 258-9888.

WELLS FARGo ADViSoRS

ribbon cuttings are conducted by a committee of Chamber volunteers called Ambassadors. Businesses qualify for a ribbon cutting if they open, move, and remodel, are under new ownership, change their name, or offer a new product or service. To schedule a ribbon cutting, please call Susie kocourek at 223-5660 or email [email protected].



Dave & sheila williams in their new business located in Kirkwood mall in Bismarck. Phone 255-3510. member.

LExAR HoMES

mark Payne & susan Bala in their new assisted living facility located at 4401 21st street s.e. in mandan. Phone: 751-6191.

LAKEWooD LANDiNGDr. Kirk & annie Blackwood in their new business located at 1925 Frontier Drive in Bismarck. Phone: 751-4485. member.

ND LiFE SPA

susan & Dave leingang, owners in their new business located at 316 west main in mandan. Phone: 663-5884. member.

MANDAN DiNER & SoDA FouNTAiNDennis Friesz & wayne Jahners, owners in their new business

located at 3801 memorial Highway in mandan. Phone: 751-2266.

SAFE SHiP

ribbon cuttings are conducted by a committee of Chamber volunteers called Ambassadors. Businesses qualify for a ribbon cutting if they open, move, and remodel, are under new ownership, change their name, or offer a new product or service. To schedule a ribbon cutting, please call Susie kocourek at 223-5660 or email [email protected].



Welcome new Members The Chamber of Commerce encourages all members to do business with each other. The following companies and organizations have recently made an important investment in their business by joining the Chamber. Please consider them for your professional and personal needs. Tofindacompletelistingof Chambermembers,viewtheMemberDirectory online at www.bismarckmandan.com.

Mandan Diner and Soda Fountain316 West Main, Mandan, NDSusan Leingang • 701-663-5884Signed by: ryan ParsonsSoups, sandwiches, salads. Soda fountain with old fashion sodas, shakes, floats and sundaes.

Exploring Leadership Soulutions600 5th Ave. NW, Mandan, NDDavid Leingang • (701) 527-7416Signed by: ryan ParsonsLeadership training and development. Certified John C. Maxwell coach, speaker and trainer.

W.W. Grainger, Inc.158 Brandon Circle, Bismarck, NDSteven Miller • (701) 373-1126Signed by: Jesse SailerIndustrial & safety products.

Todays homework Inc.1925 Frontier Dr. #3, Bismarck, NDJamie Seitel • (701) 751-2653Signed by: ryan ParsonsSiding, windows, roofing, soffit & fascia gutters & downspouts.

roots Boutique & Salon1120 N. 3rd Street, Bismarck, ND Scott Markovic • 701-751-4875Signed by: ryan ParsonsWomen’s contemporary clothing, accessories and salon.

Diversity homes, Inc.2101 46th Ave SE, Suite 1, Mandan, ND Greg Meidinger • 701-751-3999Signed by: ryan ParsonsDiversity Homes is a local custom home builder established in 2009. We are known for our unique designs and contemporary flare.

Badlands Integrity Group1035 E. Interstate Ave. Suite B, Bismarck, ND Shelly Fleck • (701) 483-6559Signed by: ryan ParsonsBadlands Integrity Group is a proven industry leader in providing outsource Health, Safety, Environmental, and Human resource expertise to our clients.

Powerplay DJ, Inc.Bismarck, ND Brook Lyter • 701-221-3211Signed by: ryan ParsonsProviding great entertainment for all occasions! Powerplay DJ offers experienced and enthusiastic entertainers to make your event a success.

hillcrest acres Campground5700 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND Cynthia kurtz • (701) 255-4334Signed by: ryan ParsonsFull service rV park and outdoor rV storage.

D&S auto and Trailer Sales4101 Memorial Highway, Mandan, ND Dwayne Wahl • (701) 471-3376Signed by: ryan ParsonsSpecializing in trailers, service trailers and parts. Also selling collector cars & parts.

SlEEPY Hollow THEATrE & ArTS PArk2013 events

December7,2013 high tea and Merriment Trinity Community Center, Bismarck 3-5 pm Gourmet fare, vintage style show, Holiday silent auction. Proceeds benefit programming of Sleepy Hollow Arts Park. $25 reservations necessary to 319-0894. Po Box 675, Bismarck, nD 58502 www.shtap.org

December31,2013 new Year’s eve Celebration of Celebrating of the Belle’s 100th Anniversary Belle Mehus City Auditorium. Gourmet dinner and dancing on stage—with all the trimmings! reservations necessary to 319-0894 or Po Box 675, Bismarck, 68602. www.shtap.org

2014 events

June2-27,2014 sleepy hollow Classes in the Arts Bismarck. week long classes throughout June; July classes to be announced. www.shtap.org

June14,2014 Midsummer festival Sleepy Hollow Arts Park, Bismarck. Sponsored by Sleepy Hollow Theatre & Arts Park. www.shtap.orgno admission fee.

July8-31 sleepy hollow theatre’s Broadway-style Musical theatre Productions outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Arts Park, Bismarck Proceeds benefit programming of Sleepy Hollow Theatre & Arts Park. www.shtap.org

July26,2014 sleepy hollow’s 25th reunion! Calling all alumni and families for a whole day celebration at Sleepy Hollow Arts Park! www.shtap.org

Dec.6,2014 high tea and Merriment Trinity Community Center, Bismarck. Featuring gourmet high tea entres, a vintage style show and holiday silent auction. Proceeds benefit programming of Sleepy Hollow Theatre & Arts Park. www.shtap.org

Dec.31,2014new Year’s eve Celebration of the Belle’s 101st Anniversary! Belle Mehus City Auditorium, Bismarck. Elegance on all levels! Proceeds benefit programming of Sleepy Hollow Theatre & Arts Park. www.shtap.org



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