Chamber member partners helped instillthe holiday spirit, provide family activities,open houses and boost the local economy withthe 2nd annual Holiday Kickoff and MadisonCommunity Tree Lighting.

The Community Promotions Committee ofthe Chamber, businesses, organizations andpartners made the holiday season even betterfor us to enjoy once again. The City of Madisonlighting project replaced Egan Avenue and 2nd

Street lights with energy efficient and saferlight for our sidewalks and streets. Wecelebrated the open road of 2nd Street and HWY34 in November, during a Chamber and DSUHoliday Celebration with the theme “openroads. . . endless opportunities.” Christmasstreet decorations and lights were hung inpreparation of the season and addition of theCommunity Christmas Tree.

Once again, the City of Madison, East RiverElectric Cooperative, GMACC, and the DairyQueen teamed up to provide the MadisonChristmas Tree through donated equipment,personnel, funds and property. The Chamberappreciated the donated beautiful Coloradospruce by Randy and Janie Rook as our fortyfoot symbol of Christmas in the heart ofMadison. On November 21st, the tree wasremoved and placed into the tree stand of theDairy Queen parking lot then 1,500 lights werestrung by Madison Lawn Care.

The Holiday Kickoff began early in themorning with retail businesses open forpatrons with holiday bargains and open housegoodies for customers. From 4 to 6 p.m.businesses and organizations created a holidayflare with trackless train rides, smore cooking,Christmas music and more. Nearly 40

Chamber members participated in theChamber Business Front Decorating Contestto enhance our holiday experience whileshopping locally. The Madison Kiwanis Cluband others added to the festivities Christmascarols during the event and just prior to thelighting of the Community Christmas Tree.Additional photos of the holiday festivities canbe found on pages 3 and 4. Several hundredwere gathered around the Community Tree towitness the first lighting and hear remarks of

appreciation and thoughts for the holidayseason from Chamber Executive Director,Rosie Jamison and City Commissioner MikeWaldner.

Thank you to all who participated in theHoliday Kickoff—businesses, organizations,volunteers, and attendees. We appreciate thecollaboration, partnership, support and visionin promoting the holiday spirit and Madisoncommunity pride then and continuationthroughout the current year of 2017!

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2016 Holiday Kickoff and Community Christmas Tree

Partners to remove and set up the 2016 Madison Community Christmas Tree (R-L) Chamber, East River Electric Cooperative, City of Madison and Rook Familydonor

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ROSIE JAMISON,Executive Director

Hello fellow Chamber Members of theGreater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce.Recently, Rosie Jamison announced herresignation as our Executive Director. Onbehalf of the board and our members, wecertainly thank Rosie for her genuine interestin the community and visionary leadership.

Be assured your board has put together asearch committee for a new Executive Director.We have already hired two of our teammembers—Danielle Manthey, Office Manager,and Courtney Storm as our Communicationsand Committee Coordinator. This teamtogether with a new Chamber ExecutiveDirector will inherit a financially sound andvibrate Chamber. We are positioned tocontinue our GMACC Mission. “To promote ourmembers, the community, and economicdevelopment resulting in a better quality of life!”

Your Chamber membership has reached321 members as of December 31, 2016. Totalmembership income of $100,389. This is thefirst time membership achievement to be at orexceed six digits. With that said, I want tothank all our members for being part of thismilestone and Rosie’s leadership. They are somany positives regarding your Chamber, so itis only fitting during the close of this year toreflect on these accomplishments.

Accomplishments occur with the leadershipof our Chamber Staff, Committee Chairs andour members. If all of us engage ourselves, wewill continue to be financially sound andvibrate. Recently, I had an opportunity to visitwith one of our retailers, Dick Fawbush ofStan’s Men and Women’s Apparel. Some yearsago, Dick came up with the idea of ChamberBucks. He indicated being a member of the

Chamber and getting your name on thebusinesses accepting Chamber Bucks pays foryour Chamber dues alone. I certainly believethis.

Recently your Chamber ran a promotion of$10,000 in Chamber Holiday Bucks plus a$1,500 bonus for the holiday shop locallypromotion. This sold out in three and a halfdays! I was in the Chamber office when twoindividuals stopped in to inquire about thepromotion. One indicated how competitive ourMadison stores were. In fact, the personactually returned merchandize alreadypurchased in Sioux Falls due to a better deal inMadison! Also, she planned to buy $100 withthe added $15 Chamber promotion uponstopping in she decided instead to purchase$200 with $30 more in Chamber Bucks overallto shop locally. While Rosie and I werelistening to this customer, the other Madisonpatron said, “Well I will do the same!”

Stories like this is why your investmentand engagement as a member for a progressiveChamber is important for our collectivebenefit. Your Chamber will continue topromote and support you as members; plus,market our positive story for continuedbusiness progress in the community we live,work and do business.

I hope all of you had awonderful Holiday Seasonand found time to be withfamily and friends.

BOARD OFFICERSKevin JaspersPRESIDENT

Ph: (800) 658-3953 BoD 2015 – 2016Farm Credit Services of America

Randy GiedtVICE-PRESIDENT

Ph: 256-3533 BoD 2016 – 2018PPD – USA, Inc.

Sara WardnerSECRETARY/TRESURER

Ph: 256-6655 BoD 2015 – 2017Amert Construction Co. Inc.

BOARD MEMBERSLiz Avery

Ph: 256-4536 BoD 2014 – 2019East River Electric Power Cooperative

Tom Bloom Ph: 256-3521 BoD 2015 – 2017

Lake County International

Dan BureshPh: 759-7346 BoD 2017 – 2019

Intuvio Solutions, LLC

Vicki KommesPh: 256-6628 BoD 2016 – 2018

Valiant Living

Sharon PatchPh: 427-0707 BoD 2015 – 2019

Unique Boutique Consignment, LLC

Lisa Schaefer Ph: 256-4539 BoD 2017 – 2019

Bethel Lutheran Home

Adam ShawPh: 256-7706 BoD 2016 – 2018

Madison Central School District

EX-OFFICIORobert Thill

Madison City Commissioner

Kelli WollmannLake County Commissioner

Dr. José-Marie GriffithsDSU President

Joel JorgensonMadison Central School

Superintendent

Aaron WalterCommunity Center Director

SFC Darin Rus211th En. Co. National Guard

Julie GrossLake Area Improvement Corp (LAIC)

Director

STAFFRosie JamisonExecutive Director

Courtney StormCommunications & Committee

Coordinator

Danielle MantheyOffice Manager

DirectorNoteFrom the Board. . .

KEVIN JASPERS, PRESIDENTGMACC Board of Directors

Farm Credit Services ofAmerica

After the close of 2016, I encourage you totake stock of community and businessaccomplishments as we strive to enhance ourcommunity, education environment andbusiness climate for the future year.Businesses, organizations, governmentofficials and residents collectively have apositive impact upon each of us. Pride in yourcommunity is generated by cooperativesuccess and generates more investmentresulting in continued progress. Eachresident, student and visitor is anambassador of our community and economicdevelopment. Celebrate the year and beproud of your community. Thanks toeveryone for promoting the greater Madisonarea through member patronage throughoutthe year.

On page 3 is a list of the 2016 Year at aGlance of members and our community. Wecontinue to accomplish things in many areasof our economy and Chamber that helps usprosper.

As an organization and community, wecontinue to expand opportunities for businessdevelopment, future investment and familiesto live and work in the greater Madison area.Since 2012 I have had a front row seat to thehappenings throughout the community andthe opportunity to promote our progressivecommunity, growing members and diverseattractions as this great organization’sExecutive Director. I have been fortunate towork with partners, board members,community leaders and committee volunteerswho collectively make improvements for thebetterment of us all.

At this time, due to member investmentand leadership we have improvedcollaboration with partners, improved ourregional exposure, increased membership by47 additional members since 2012,implemented new programs, increased ourfinancial solvency and made our Chambereven stronger. All of which positively impactsmembers, promotes growth and improves ourquality of life.

This month I will be leaving the Chamberfor a part-time position as Bethel LutheranHome Resource Coordinator. However, as amember employee, I will continue to be activein a Chamber Committee. It has beenhumbling to be entrusted as the ChamberExecutive Director and have the opportunityto learn from many who strive tocontinuously improve this place we dobusiness, educate our children, work, and callour home. I have appreciated therelationships developed and Madison’sprogress while serving as the GMACCExecutive Director and am even moreappreciative of being a part of thistremendous community.

On behalf of the Chamber Board ofDirectors and staff, thank you for yourinvestment, your continued support to helpChamber members and the communityprosper, and as residents for your patronageof buying local. We all benefit each time youspend, play and invest right here!

With appreciation and best wishes in 2017as you “Discover the Unexpected” in Madison!

Lifetime Honorary Chamber Membership to SD National Guard 211th Engineering Company

Membership was awarded to the 211th Co. of the SDNational Guard during the December GMACC Board ofDirectors Meeting.

The Lifetime GMACC Membership was inrecognition of: the SDNG support to the success ofcommunity events throughout the years, promoting theMadison area, and providing members and residentsadditional opportunities by their volunteer assistance.

The Chamber also recognized them for maintaininga unit of capable soldiers to serve our region, state andnation when needed. Thank You 211th EngineeringCompany.

CHAMBER MEMBER TOURNAMENT•Up to 12 Teams at Cherry Lanes Bowling •Starting at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.

More Information SoonGet a Team and Have Fun with

Other Chamber Members!Register through the Chamber 256-2454

or coordinator@chamberofmadisonsd.com

Monday, February 27th

Save the Date

2nd Annual! Bowlingfor Business

Presented to Darin Rus representing the SouthDakota National Guard 211th Co. by Liz Avery-President of GMACC December 2016.

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Coordinated by the Chamber Recreation and Tournament Committee

Service Group of the Chamber Leadership Madison (l-r)Sean DeVaney, Firstline Funding Group; Laurie Bunker,City of Madison; Amanda Trimble, James RiverEquipment; and Stacy S Millard, Thrivent Financial.

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• 2016 record high GMACC membership of 321 members, with the mission, “To promote our members, thecommunity, and economic development, resulting in a better quality of life.”

• Successful Madison DSU Hosts the Legislature in February 2016 with over 200 attending the reception• Madison Depot remodel and in-kind donations to maintain the restoration of the National Register of

Historic Depot building and grounds • Secured another 5-year rental lease in the Depot from the City of Madison and approval of replacement

HAV system for the Chamber Office, Depot Community Room and public area• DSU Beacom Technology Building ground breaking—first new building in 30 years on campus, in addition

there are multiple remodeling projects in the Trojan Center• DSU 2016 Fall Semester Record Enrollment of 3,190. Educating South Dakotans, 66% are from SD and

national/worldwide students from 49 states and 59 countries • Enhanced our Madison Area Guide to a bound cover, enlarged Madison and area lakes maps, plus included

a section promoting the 50th Anniversary of Historic Prairie Village in 2016• Hosted 45 SD Tourism Visitor Center Employees for a day in April to increase their knowledge and familiarity

to further promote our attractions and community for others to “Discover the Unexpected” in Madison • 2016 MHS State Champions in Gymnastics and 11A Football. Congratulations Madison Bulldogs!• 25 new organizations, businesses or individuals invested in the Chamber through membership • Social Media - 1000 likes on the Chamber Facebook page • Soon to transition to a new more interactive GMACC website• Celebrated 27 member recognitions: 14 Ribbon Cuttings, 3 Ground Breakings, 7 Anniversary Milestones,

and 3 Acknowledgements • Successful SESD Tourism grant applications for $4000 and $2500. Also, the Chamber received a State of SD

Tourism Rooster Rush Grant of $400 • Recreation and Tournament implemented new committee activity – Bowling for Business Tournament• Celebrated the 100th Anniversary of our National Parks System by presenting to 4th grade students on the

offerings, diversity and number of parks/monuments in South Dakota for economic development, educationand to increase family active vacations in the state

• Expanded Discovery Day in its 4th year including the 1st Annual Discovery Day Bike Parade and video • Members prepared and served new DSU Students and Families BBQ lunch during fall semester move in

day as a welcome and to promote doing business in Madison. • MHS Football Friday Night Lights Chamber Appreciation was held in conjunction with Fall Rooster Rush

promotion where 400 participated in the tailgate food, tail feather give away and Chamber Bucks drawing• Trunk or Treat to expand business exposure for members off Egan Ave during the Chamber Trick or Treat event• Holiday Celebration to recognize the open road of 2nd Ave after City of Madison infrastructure and light

upgrades plus SD Department of Transportation re-construction of HWY 34 through Madison for 9 months• 2nd Holiday Kickoff and Community Christmas Tree coordinated to increase community pride and holiday

spirit for increased local spending • Continued collaboration with state and regional partners and local members to enhance the greater Madison area• Financially sound due to increased member investment and fund management • Contributed $2,000 to the GMACC Endowed Scholarship for member or dependents enrolling at DSU• Opened in fall 2016, First Bank & Trust built an 18,000 square foot facility for First Line Funding Group.

They currently employ 70 Madison area residents and are located in SE Madison.Thank you for promoting and supporting your Chamber members and community for a successful 2016!

Rosie Jamison - GMACC

2016 Chamber

Welcome Back One Stop!Congratulations owners,

Todd and Heidi Jorgensonfor reopening One Stop forbusiness in 2016 onDecember 21st, following anarson's fire that destroyedtheir business interior inAugust.

We are glad to have you“back in business” greetingvisitors and us local patronson the corner of HWY 34 and81. Best wishes in yournewly remodeled business in2017 and future years.

Your Chamber andcommunity!

One of the Chamber Leadership Madison communityservice groups kicked off the winter season by hosting a WinterCoat Drive. To come up with a project that would impact theMadison community, they visited with members of thecommunity and people with strong ties to Madison PublicSchools. They learned that there is a need for winter attire inour school youth and moved forward with a project that wouldkeep our school population warm, a Winter Coat Drive.

Coats were collected at five local businesses: Campbell'sSupply, Sunshine Foods, Shopko, The Community Center, andMadison Public Library. The collection began on November11th and ended on December 11th. Coats were picked up fromeach location weekly, laundered over the weekend, anddelivered to the appropriate schools at the beginning of thefollowing week. It was a successful endeavor, bringing in overnearly 100 coats the first week. Over 250 coats were donatedand given to Madison Central and St. John’s Lutheran Churchto meet the needs of students throughout our community.Many students received coats in early December as a benefit ofthe coat drive.

Chamber LeadershipMadison Coat Drive

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During the 2016 Holiday Kickoff, Camp LakodiaManagers Sheila and Jeff Mott offered roastedmarshmallows for smores on Egan Ave.

Madison Kiwanis Club led the community inChristmas carols during the 2016 Holiday Kickoff.

2016 Holiday Kickoff

The Annual Chamber Show & Sellbrought hundreds of shoppers toMadison on Saturday, November 26th toview 113 vendor booths from themidwestern states. This was the largestevent since the first event in 2002.Vendors came from as far as Moorheadand Shakopee, MN, Belle Fourche, SD,Huron, SD, plus many from our localMadison area. They offered a variety ofart, specialty foods, crafts, decorations,accessories, wooden and metal displays,clothing and more. Thank you to theDiplomat Committee, Board Members,Chamber members, DSU Athletic andDakota Prairie Playhouse staff, SDNational Guard, DSU Men’s BasketballTeam and Madison Christian School forhelping to make this a great event forcustomers, vendors and our communityoverall!

This is an important holiday eventand fund raiser of the Greater MadisonArea Chamber of Commerce. Weappreciate everyone’s support andpatronage. The 2017 Annual ChamberShow & Sell will once again be theSaturday following Thanksgiving, whichis November 25, 2017. Mark yourcalendars and plan to attend with familyand friends!

Pictured are a few of items from the2016 Show and Sell. All enjoy this eventto shop while visiting with friends,continuing a family tradition to comeand see the items, crafts, and art sharedby vendors new and continued at theannual Chamber Show & Sell.

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AT&T Pro Cellular

On November 22nd the Madison AT&T Pro Cellular business remodel was recognizedduring their open house and Chamber ribbon cutting. Representatives of AT&T ProCellular attending were; Regional Operations Manager Michael Johansen, DerekRobinson, Vice President Steve Duncun and new store manager Sean Singer Jackson. Currently AT&T Pro Cellular has 13 stores in South Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa. Atany of the locations you can learn about and demo a variety of devices available fromAT&T and search our wide range of accessories, mobile devices, service plans, wirelesshome phones, along with Direct TV. 2016 marked their 10th Anniversary of providingAT&T Pro Cellular in Madison area. Congratulations from your Chamber!

Mattress 1st by Montgomery’s

On November 30th, the addition of a 2nd entrance, exterior remodel and Mattress 1st byMontgomery’s was recognized during a Chamber Ribbon Cutting and Montgomery’sreception. Montgomery’s President, Eric Sinclair shared remarks on the newest ofsleep options and technology now offered at their stores for mattress and pillowcomfort. In addition, they continue to offer furniture, flooring and surfaces, windowfashions, rugs, accessories and art, lighting, professional designers and “the market”plus a furniture clearance department. Montgomery’s has three store locations—Madison, Sioux Falls and Watertown. Congratulations on your 128th Anniversary andcontinued progress in eastern South Dakota to Clark, Connie, Neala and Eric Sinclairand employees from your Chamber!

Chamber Member — Ribbon Cuttings

15th AnnualChamber Show & Sell

KJAM gave rides on the East River Electric train to children during the 2016Holiday Kickoff

2016 Holiday Kickoff

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“We would like to welcome the following NEW members to the Chamber”

Carper Sweet Corn- Owner Cody Carper22813 462nd Ave | Rutland, SD 57050 | 605-480-0418

www.carpersweetcorn.comCarper Sweet Corn specializes in Farmer's Market Vegetables.

Carper Sweet Corn and Produce started in the late 1980s with a small plot of sweetcorn that was sold to local grocery stores until the mid 1990s when locally produced

fresh produce main method of distribution was farmer’s markets.Family members are actively involved from the first seedling to selling the product. Today the business has grown to various vegetables, flowers and a variety of fruits.

Leibel Law Firm - Jay Leibel, Attorney At Law113 S. Egan | Madison, SD 57042 | 605-427-1805

Jay M. Leibel has been practicing law in Madison for over 35 years as a partner andin June 2016 opened the new office, Leibel Law Firm. Leibel Law Firm is offeringclient services in general law, family law, estate planning and probate plus issues

confronting municipalities and townships within the state.

Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative Tom Nielsen

121 S. Egan Ave | Madison, SD 57040 | 605-427-1818thomasnielsen.nm.com

Tom is a Madison native and opened his office on Egan Ave in the summer of 2016to provide clients the following services from Northwestern Mutual: Business —continuation, risk, succession, valuation planning, estate planning, financial

planning, retirement planning, special needs planning, life insurance planning, longterm care planning, disability planning, education funding and more. Tom and his

family live in Madison.

Salon Indulgence - Owner / Stylist Laura Blom45493 SE 10th St. | Madison, SD 57042 | 605-480-2857

www.facebook.com/salonindulgencesalonSalon Indulgence provides complete hair services for every age and many hair

products for customers. Services include: Women's haircuts and colors, perms, men'scuts, kids cuts, facial waxing, make up and up-do's for special occasions.

Blom also provides special offers for repeat clients, referrals, DSU students andmilitary. She is a Madison native and opened the salon in November of 2016.

Thrivent FinancialFinancial Associate Stacy Millard

1527 NW 2nd St. | Madison, SD 57042 | 605-256-4609www.thrivent.com/stacymillard

Thrivent Financial is a not-for-profit, membership organization that helps Christiansbe wise with money and live generously. Thrivent Financial offers a broad range of

financial products and services, including life insurance, annuities and mutual funds,plus tailored guidance from financial representatives nationwide.

Darrel andPatricia Simon

Couple Member605-256-3415

Ted and KathyWeiland

Couple Member605-256-9133

Melissa LockIndividual Member

605-376-5045

Chamber Bucks Popularity Continues Being a universal gift certificate accepted by all Greater Madison Area Chamber Member

Businesses or Organizations, Chamber Bucks provide flexibility for members, residents, familiesand organizations the whole year through. It is a perfect gift for almost anyone and guaranteesmerchandise or services will be purchased locally. This means by purchasing and using ChamberBucks you are investing in the greater Madison area and helping to fuel our economy.

In 2016 over 3,500 individual Chamber Bucks were bought for a total of $71,400 to be spentthroughout our community. Thank you for investing in the greater Madison area one gift at a time!

Accomplishments andNotable News!Accomplishments andNotable News!

CONGRATUALTIONS TO DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOR APPROVAL ONUPCOMING ATHLETIC BUILDING PROJECT

In December 2016 DSU received approval from the Board of Regents for theplanning of a new athletic events center. More planning on this will be comingin 2017.

CONGRATULATIONS TO MRHS ON THEIR PARTNERSHIP WITH AVERAEICU

This partnership will provide patients around-the-clock monitoring from theMRHS ICU team and eICU CARE’s physicians specialized in ICU care andseasoned critical care nurses. MRHS has two critical care rooms equipped

with the eICU CARE system featuring high-definition video.

CONGRATULATIONS MADISON HIGH SCHOOL ON COMPLETTION OFCTE AUTO BUILDING

In just 4 short months since the ground breaking in September, Madison HighSchool has completed the construction of the new 2,500 square foot automechanics building with a cost of $250,375 for the facility, architect and etc.This was funded from the Career Technology Education grant from the Stateof SD in the amount of $377,000 received in 2016. The facility will be used tofurther the education of students with interests in auto mechanics.

CONGRATUALTIONS TO LORI NORBY OF CU MORTGAGE DIRECT FORBEING NAMED TOP LOAN OFFICER FOR AREA 4

The South Dakota Housing Development Authority recognizes officers whoconsistently utilize SDHDA’s First-Time Homebuyer and Mortgage CreditCertificate Programs.

CONGRATUALTIONS ADAM FOLAND AND BRENDA THOMPSON FORBEING HONORED BY EXIT REALTY CORPORATION IINTERNATIONAL

Adam (Franchisee) and Brenda (Sales Representative), were both awardedthe prestigious Bronze Award in recognition of closing 25+ real estatetransactions in the recent production year.

Chamber Member Chamber Member

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2016 Outgoing BoardMembers of GMACC

Outgoing Board Members after December 31,2016, were recognized for their volunteerleadership and dedicated service to your

Chamber in December:

Donna Fawbush, Dakota State University/Dakota Prairie Playhouse,served for two three-year terms and the close of another, 2010-2016.She also held the office of Secretary/Treasurer. Fawbush was liaisonto the Governmental Affairs and Leadership Madison Committees plusassisted in others as well as volunteered for countless Chamberactivities. Presenting recognition was Rosie Jamison, GMACCExecutive Director, on behalf of the Board of Directors and membersfor her dedicated service and continual leadership to GMACC.

Dennis Slaughter, Krug Products, served one three-year term from2014-2016. Dennis was liaison to the Leadership Madison Committee,assisted with the Diplomat and also Manufacturing and IndustryCommittees. Slaughters had served previously on the Board and heldan office in a prior term. Presenting recognition was Rosie Jamison,Executive Director, on behalf of the Chamber Board of Directors andmembers for his capable volunteer service to your Chamber.

New Staff at the ChamberCongratulations to Courtney

Storm as the new Communicationsand Committee Coordinator ofGMACC. The GMACC Board ofDirectors and I as ExecutiveDirector are happy to announce thenew position created to enhance our promotions andcommittee activities plus have another person formember services. Storm has lived in Madison for sometime and is a December 2016 graduate from NorthernState University with her Bachelor’s Degree in BusinessManagement.

Courtney began at the Chamber in mid-December and is looking forward to get to knowmembers, work with Chamber committees andpromote the organization through the media.Previously she was employed at Madison RegionalHealth System in the insurance department.

Please stop in to introduce yourself to ournewest GMACC employee, Courtney Storm. Heremail is: Coordinator@chamberofmadisonsd.comand phone number is 605-256-2454 at the Chamber.

Welcome to our new committee and medialiaison for the Chamber!

The Chamber Board ofDirectors and I are proud toannounce that Danielle Mantheyhas been promoted to the OfficeManager in mid-November.Manthey previously servedmembers and the public as Chamber part timeSpecial Projects Coordinator since June. She hasbeen a tremendous addition to the Chamber staffand helped ensure a smooth transition uponJennifer DeKam's move to Edward JonesInvestments.

Manthey is a Madison native, previously anassistant manager in retail and resides inMadison. As the Chamber Office Manager, shemaintains all office operations along with yourprimary contact for Chamber Bucks, committeesponsorships and member database maintenance.

If you have not met Danielle, please stop intothe office or call and introduce yourself. She maybe reached at office@chamberofmadisonsd.com or605-256-2454.

Welcome Danielle as the initial voice/face of theChamber!

Manthey —New Office Manager

Storm —New Coordinator

Thank You

100th Anniversary National ParkWelcome to Superintendent

Joel Jorgenson

I Make America Tour –Manitou Group

27 Chamber MemberRecognitions

in 2016Congratulations from GMACC to:

Dakota State University Beacom Institute of Technology

Lake Area Townhomes

Madison High School CTE Auto Building

GROUND BREAKINGS

AT&T Pro Cellular (10th year in Madison)

Bunkhouse at Campus VillageDairy QueenDepot FirstLine Funding GroupHillside Steakhouse

& BluCabana Bar

Kinzley Funeral HomeLake County AbstractLos Tapatios Mexican RestaurantMcDonald’s RestaurantMattress 1st by Montgomery’s O’Riley Auto PartsVFW Post 2638Weiland Funeral Home

RIBBON CUTTINGS

75th – Camp Lakodia70th – Stan’s Men’s & Women’s Apparel65th – Bob’s Electric60th – Karl’s TV & Appliance

(1st year in Madison)

50th – Prairie Village20th – Pizza Ranch10th – Infotech Solutions, LLC

ANNIVERSARIES

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Tom BloomGMACC

2017Owner

Lake CountyInternational

Being able to be a Board of Directorsmember is a great honor. It allows me to be apart of so many exciting committees and eventsthat are offered in our community. TheChamber allows anyone to be a part of so manydiverse committees; Ag, Recreation and Tournament, Diplomat, Education,Community Promotions, Governmental Affairs,and Leadership Madison. The Chamber allowsone and all to get involved. Madison is a greatplace to live! This is why I enjoy serving on theBoard of Directors.

Vicki KommesGMACC

2017 Executive Director

Valiant Living(formerly ECCO)

I enjoy building new relationships withother businesses. Networking is alwayspositive. Membership on the board gives meopportunity for personal and professionalgrowth. Community Involvement helps othersin Madison understand my business. It alsohelps me to better understand other businessesand what they do. I enjoy working with Rosieand the office staff. They are professional,friendly and helpful in all circumstances.

Liz AveryGMACC

2017Human

Resources &Administration

ManagerEast River

Electric PowerCooperativeBeing a member of the Chamber

Board provides me the opportunity toshare ideas and network with a varietyof people who share a common goal.Working together we can help make ourcommunity a great place to live andwork. It’s rewarding to see the positiveimpact of our projects and activities. Asa lifelong resident of the GreaterMadison area, I embrace the importanceof developing future leaders and buildinga better community for the nextgeneration.

Randy GiedtGMACC 2017

VICEPRESIDENTPlant ManagerPPD-USA, Inc.

I volunteered to be a member of theGMACC BoD to serve the local community,provide positive leadership, and assist inshaping the future of the Madisoncommunity. The Chamber serves the localcommunity in many facets throughpromotions, events, and networking resultingin a positive cultural experience for members.The opportunity to serve and represent theChamber members extends my belief thatMadison is an excellent place to grow anddevelop future leaders.

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What do you like/enjoy about being aGMACC BoD member and . . . Why?

We asked our NEW Board Members

Kevin Jaspers

GMACC 2017PRESIDENTFinancial Officer

Farm CreditServices of America

My family and I moved to this communityin October 1985. Our family has developedmany friendships here and has become ourhome. I became a board member of theGreater Madison Area Chamber of Commercedue to a desire to give back. My employer,Farm Credit Services of America, encouragesinvolvement in your community. I have metand worked with many area producers andfeel it is very important to have a communitywhich helps provide needed goods andservices. The Chamber provides an avenue tohelp promote its members, the community,and economic development for the area.

Sara WardnerGMACC 2017 SECRETARYTREASURER

Office ManagerAmert Construction

Co., Inc.As I enter my third year on the BoD, I

enjoy giving back to the community. Madisonis a wonderful place to live and work. Gettinginvolved with the BoD, opens doors fornetworking and creates lasting relationships.I have learned many new things while helpingdirect the Chamber. The rewards forvolunteering my time are endless.

SharonPatch

GMACC2017Owner

Unique BoutiqueConsignment,

LLC

I have enjoyed my time on theGreater Madison Area Chamber ofCommerce Board. Your Chambercontinues to prosper and provide manythings for our local community. I havecome to appreciate the work of so manyvolunteers that make Madison theperfect place to call home.

Adam ShawGMACC

2017High School

PrincipalMadison CentralSchool District

I enjoy being a Greater Madison AreaChamber of Commerce Board ofDirectors member because it allows meto interact with community members andbusinesses. It provides me theopportunity to be a part of a progressiveorganization that promotes all entities inMadison.

Why did you choose to becomea GMACC Board member?

Daniel BureshGMACC

2017Founder, Head of

DevelopmentIntuvio Solutions,

LLC

Being a Chamber Board of Director is away to give back to the area that I call home,and to be able to use my experience to helpfacilitate and promote the economic growthwithin the greater Madison area. I feelMadison is a unique spot in SD that offers avariety of experiences, opportunities, andpotential that can be utilized and expandedupon to promote positive change within ourcommunity.

In addition to serving on the GMACCBoard, Buresh is an active VolunteerFirefighter for Madison Fire Department,provides branding, marketing and socialmedia as a volunteer for Lake Country ProPheasants, Madison Izaak Walton League—Range Safety Officer and member of theBulldog Media Group Employee Foundation.

Buresh began his business to developcustom software solutions and websites forsmall businesses since 2008 and prior to thathe developing software. Now the business hasgrown to providing software for clients in fivestates. He lives in Madison and is engagedand is getting married in 2017.

Lisa SchaeferGMACC

2017Administrator

Bethel LutheranHome

I love working with the public, and I lookforward to getting to know more people andfostering business growth in the Madison area.

Schaefer has been as Bethel for two yearsas the Assistant Administrator and FinanceManager prior to becoming the Administratorreplacing Jim Iverson who retired in December2016. Prior to Bethel she was theadministrator of Meadows on Sycamore, a 125-bed assisted living facility in Sioux Falls, hadworked in fundraising for five years at theGood Samaritan Communities of Sioux Fallsand South Dakota State UniversityFoundation plus has experience in tourism,marketing and non-profit industries. She is a2016 graduate of Leadership Madison and amember of the East Dakota Transit Board,Madison Kiwanis Club and St ThomasChurch.

Schaefer has a bachelor’s degree injournalism/mass communications and master’sdegrees in business and healthcareadministration. Her husband, David, she andtheir four children live, work and go to schoolin Madison.

Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce2017 Board of Directors

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Article portions submitted by DakotalandFCU – Dawn Mutchelknaus

After nearly 24 yearsin the Credit Unionbusiness, Lynnette Taylorretired DakotalandFederal Credit Union.“With a remarkablecareer as a Credit UnionManager, Lynnette hasgratefully devoted hertime to the community ofMadison and the well-being of her membership.Her years of dedicated

service are commendable and her leadership willbe greatly missed,” stated Credit UnionPresident, Dan Cumbee.

Taylor started as Manager at the InterlakesFederal Credit Union in March 1993. UnderLynnette’s direction, the Madison office hasdoubled the size of its membership and grown from approximately $925,000 to over$12,100,000 in assets, which equates to over1,200% growth in her nearly 24 years. DuringLynnette’s tenure, Interlakes Federal CreditUnion merged with Dakotaland Federal CreditUnion in October of 2011.

Also to her credit, the current Madison officelocation on Washington Avenue, was originallydesigned, built and completed under Taylor’s

supervision. Lynnette’s desire to better the livesof her members and support her localcommunity has earned her the respect andsupport of those around her. In addition to a life-long commitment to the Credit Union, Lynnetteand her late husband, Bill, were activecommunity members and proud to call Madisontheir home. “Moving on is simple. It's what Ileave behind that's hard. How lucky I am to haveknown so many credit union members and staffthat will make saying goodbye very difficult,”commented Taylor. Lynnette wishes to thank allfor their friendship and patronage. She isconfident the new manager will enjoy the samesatisfaction that she has relished for 24 years.

The Chamber congratulates Taylor on heryears as Manager and for her contributionsmade to Chamber activities over the years. Anopen house was held on December 30th atDakotaland FCU to recognize Taylor’s years ofservice and retirement.

We welcome newDakotaland Federal CreditUnion – Interlakes BranchManager, MichaelDesLauriers to Madison.DesLauriers previouslyserved as consumer loanofficer with theDakotaland FCU – Huronbranch and began inMadison January 2017.

Taylor Retires fromDakotaland Federal Credit Union

The Holiday Mixer and Opening of 2nd Street/HWY 34 through Madison was celebrated onNovember 16th by nearly 100. GMACC and DSU co-hosted a kick off to the holiday season atthe DSU Foundation Dale E. Kringen Building.

Members enjoyed delicious hors d'oeuvres prepared by 2nd Street Diner, Shari and BlaineEliason, and were served beverages by the Diplomat Committee members and DSUrepresentatives.

During the event attendees registered for give-away items, renewed contacts and enjoyedtime with one another. The drawing winners were: Holiday Centerpiece compliments of Rene'and Bill Brunner–The Floral Shop at Madison Nursery won by Joyce Welbon, $25 in GMACCChamber Bucks won by Dennis Slaughter, and DSU Gift Bag won by Tom Issenhuth.

2016 Holiday Chamber and DSU Reception

Co Hosting the Holiday Mixer DSU and GMACC (L-R) Kelli Whiteing – DSU, RosieJamison – Chamber, Jill Ruhd – DSU, Alicia Entringer – DSU, Lisa Robson – BulldogMedia Group, Jona Schmidt – DSU, Karen Kalvig – Power Promotions, Donna Fawbush– DSU and Chamber Board.

Shari Eliason of 2nd Street Diner catered the event.

(L-R) Stace Osthus – Cars for Les, Peg Nordling – KJAM, Laura Boeker – KinzleyFuneral Home and Carrie Slaathaug – Dakota State University.

LynnetteTaylor

MichaelDesLauriers

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Since December 2015 a new welcome to Madisonsign has been in process due to a few interestedcommunity residents and employees working with theCity of Madison.

According to Camelyn Sims, Operations Managerof Bulldog Media Group (BMG), Inc; “Our employeegroup is active in the community and often looking forways we can help, improve, or make a difference.Redoing this sign was brought up a couple years ago.Given the look of the sign and its location, it wassomething we wanted to learn more about andproceed with updating, if possible.”

They brought the idea to the Madison Park andRec Committee and got approval on their plan.Employees went to work and collectively decided uponan image, shape and colors for the Welcome toMadison Sign.

Lucas Muller designed the billboard using images

and identifiers of Madison within it. The image wastransferred onto sign materials prepared by PowerPromotions. The City of Madison removed theprevious sign and erected the new sign provided bythe BMG employee foundation onto the currentstandards.

Bulldog Media Group Inc. Employee Foundationprovided a positive impact upon the Madisoncommunity through a Welcome to Madison sign at thecorner of Baughman/Belatti Park and the eastentrance to Madison on NE 3rd Street.

Drive by and look at the view of our communitythrough the eyes of several people that work and livein Madison.

Thank you to the Bulldog Media Group Inc.Employee Foundation for sharing their interests andresources to enhance our image and further promoteMadison!

Bulldog Media Group Employees and City of MadisonTeam Up for NEW WELCOME TO MADISON SIGN

Left to Right: Darin Namken, Jennifer Weatherill, Hanna Ramstad, Camelyn Sims, Tyler Hansen,Becky Nelson, Lucas Muller, Bethany Lembcke, Shayna Dwyer, Jason Stewart, Joel MolasconNot pictured: Todd Knodel, Chad Ekroth, Lisa Robson, Amy Brown, Scott Delzer, Daniel Buresh,Kirsten Thuringer, Katie Koenig, Robert Langdon, Mathew DeBilzan

SPONSORS FOR CHAMBER DAY WITH SANTA

To the All Who Helped Make the2016 DAY with SANTA Event

Fun for Many Children

Classic CornerDairy QueenENCORE Family StoreFirstLine Funding GroupLewis DrugMadison Daily LeaderMadison Discount LiquorManitou Group

— Gehl CompanyMcDonald’s Restaurant

One StopPawn Shop/Surplus StorePizza RanchPower PromotionsStadium Sports GrillTaco John’sThe Pub HouseUnique Boutique

Consignment, LLCWe Care Dental

Country Cousins 4-H ClubCountry Swingers 4-H ClubDakotaland FCU

Interlakes BranchKJAM

Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church

Lake County 4-HLiving Hope Wesleyan ChurchSecure Banking Solutions

Thank You

2nd Street Diner4 Seasons Flea Market

5th Season Boutique &Bookstore

Amert Construction Co. Inc.Dakotaland FCU

Interlakes BranchDerrill Hanson, DDSEast River Federal

Credit UnionFoley’s BarG.A. MurdockGary’s Bakery & CaféGreat Western BankHeartland Consumers

Power DistrictKydenJae DesignsMadison Discount Liquor

Madison Family DentalMadison Kiwanis ClubMadison Lawn CareMadison Vision ClinicMeyer FarmsMochavino, LLCMontgomery’sNicky’s Restaurant & LoungeNorthWestern EnergyParks Marina, Inc.Prostrollo All-American

Auto MallSchwader Tax ServiceSturdevant’s Auto PartsThe Pampered Chef

— Rita FeldhausValiant Living

2016 CHAMBER DAY WITH SANTAGOODIE BAG CONTRIBUTORS

ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING ACTIVITIES— THANK YOU ALL!

It was a beautiful day forpumpkins, monsters, princesses,superheroes and more to enjoyTrick or Treating at ChamberMember Businesses throughoutMadison on October 31st. Thank youto all the businesses and familiesthat participated.

Chamber Trick or Treat

Thank to our Trick or Treat Day SponsorLarry Green, DDS

New in 2016 were Chambermembers participating in Trunk orTreat on Center Street. Picturedright is Mustang Seeds, one ofseveral joining in the new option.Thank you to all!

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The Chamber Day with Santa was held onDecember 10, 2016 at the Downtown CityArmory. More than 1,000 people attended theevent coordinated by the Chamber Day withSanta Committee and Chamber staff. Santaarrived at the Madison City Armory on aMadison Fire Department fire truck. Childrenvisited Santa, registered for prizes, andenjoyed refreshments. During the event theywere able to make craft projects, play gamesand decorate cookies at eight different activitybooths provided by Madison businesses and

area community organizations. After visitingSanta, 400 children received goodie bags fromSanta’s Elf. Prizes were awarded throughoutthe event based on age and gender with theGrand Prize Drawings held at the end of theevent. Donations and contributions from 60Chamber Members and others made the daypossible. A complete listing of sponsors andcontributors can be found on page 10.

Thank you to everyone who helped makethe day a memorable event for many childrenand a success for the community.

Day with Santa 2016

Committee members: (L-R Back) Christina Mapp–KydenJae Designs, DaneseJohannsen–Madison Central Schools, Katie Hahn–Heartland Consumers PowerDistrict, Julia Miller–Secure Banking Solutions, Melissa Lock–Individual Member, ,Co-Chair Joanne Wheeler–Madison Daily Leader, Sharon Patch–Unique Boutique/GMACC Board of Directors, Co-Chair Sara Wardner–Amert Construction/GMACC Board of Directors, Sherise and Shannon Kauffman–Classic Corner. (L-R Front) Rosie Jamison–GMACC, Lindsay Vogl–DSU student, Rylie Aschmeller–MMS student, Kathy Hauck–Prostrollo All-American Auto Mall, DanielleManthey–GMACCNot pictured: Kie-lyn Haar–FirstLine Funding Group and Harlan Anderson

Thank you to the Madison Fire Department for getting Santa to the event!

Thank you to the DSU Baseball team for assembling goodie bags and helping set upfor the event!

Two of the prize winners: Joslyn (left)and Cooper (right). Thank you to all themembers who donated gifts for the event!Children enjoyed making holiday crafts!

Madison Kiwanis ClubSUPPORTS Day with Santa

Pictured is Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce Executive DirectorRosie Jamison receiving a $200 contribution from Kiwanian Lori Norby,representing the Madison Kiwanis Club to be used toward the event for areachildren.

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GSN Insurance, LLCOwners Nancy & Scott Gusso

with Kelli Brown

Category Winners

Sparkle & Sass Boutique

Owner Somer and AubriellePickard with Taylor

Power PromotionsOwner Scott Backus,

Jared Truman, Karen Kalvig,Heather Mueller and owner

Deanna Backus

Mochavino, LLC Rhianon Bloodgood, AndrewAdlersberg, Peggy Schroeder,

owner Leah Keating and NancyKadous, Jalynn Willcuts

Not pictured:window artist - Galacia Barton

Unique Boutique, LLCConnie Simet,

owner Sharon Patch and Jayne Verhey

2016Overall WinnerSample Our

FlowersJenean and Randy Sample

ENCORE FamilyStore

Manager Holly Vandyke

Honorable Mention

Dar’s Salon of Hair Design

Owner Dar Algra

Pawn Shop/ Surplus StoreKatie Jeratowski and

Rhonda Heidelberger. Not pictured:

Owners Randy & Norma Goth

Recognizing the winners of the

Chamber 2016 Holiday Business Front Decorating Contest

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Secret Sauce Holiday Spirit

Welcoming to Visitors

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