DECember Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings

Ribbon cutting ceremonies provide new or expanding businesses an opportunity to promote their products or services. These events are organized free of charge for members and are held Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Chamber invites members of the Board of Directors, members of the Ambassador and Diplomat committees, and local elected officials to share in the event. The Chamber member requests the date and the Chamber staff assists by organizing the agenda and providing the ribbon and scissors.

Ribbon Cutting photos are printed in each issue of Chamber News. The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce holds ribbon cuttings for members to celebrate joining the Chamber, anniversaries, grand openings, expansions or remodelings.

Ribbon cutting photos are sized in high-resolution format on the web for 90 days following their publication date in the print issue of Chamber News. Members may download photos to make their own prints of any of the images included during that time period. One photo will be included in the Ribbon Cutting archives following that 90-day period.

For more information on how to schedule a ribbon cutting, contact Amy Farr at 605.336.1620. For more information on how to schedule a groundbreaking, contact Diane Andresen at the Sioux Falls Development Foundation at 605.339.0103.

Ribbon Cuttings & Groundbreakings from the September 6, 2010 Issue of Chamber News

	Antimicrobial Technologies Group Ribbon Cutting Antimicrobial Technologies Group produces finishes and additives for commercial products to provide infection protection, odor control and biofilm remediation. L to R: Ritch Noble. Jenifer Geerts, Pamela Goldschmidt, Simon Johnston (CEO), Steve Statz, Tom Shields and Dan Engebretson.
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	Boston’s Gourmet Pizza and Pasta Ribbon Cutting Boston’s Gourmet Pizza and Pasta is a full-service casual dining restaurant and bar. L to R: John Keller, Carol Jandera, Lyle Dabbert, John Seibert (owner), Mary Johnson, Craig Bertrand and Ritch Noble.
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	Dick’s Vacuum West Ribbon Cutting Dick’s Vacuum West sells upright and canister vacuums as well as carpet shampooers and air purifiers. L to R: Josh Jurgens, Ron Snyders, Barb Jurgens, Mitchell Jurgens (owner), Ritch Noble, Lisa Jurgens, Dean Karsky, Karen Noonan, Jack Dyvig and Chad Hoffman.
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	Great Harvest Bread Co. Ribbon Cutting Great Harvest Bread Co. is a bread store/bakery offering a wide variety of fresh baked goods from whole wheat that is milled on site. Sandwiches are also offered during lunch hours. L to R: Eric Anderson, Mike Teslow, Bart Roberts (co-owner), Craig Snyder (co-owner), Chrissy Spoo, Tammy Beintema, and Jan Larsen (co-owner).
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	Interlude Bridal Shoppe Ribbon Cutting Interlude Bridal Shoppe is a quality, upscale full-service bridal salon with all budgets in mind. L to R: Erin Polz, Kathy Jurgens, Jan Fischer, Ritch Noble, Tammy Andrews (owner/designer), Lynda Billars, Lyle Dabbert, Carrie Bloomberg and Jessica Peterson.
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	Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel Ribbon Cutting Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel is southwest Minnesota’s entertainment destination offering the following amenities: a convention center and hotel, a championship golf course and Vegas-style gaming. L to R: Tamara Swenson, Lari Ortega, Doug Raitz, Gwen Kodet (Director of Sales & Marketing), Colleen Marcus (Hotel/Golf & Convention Center Sales Manager), Steve Bucholz and Connie Pendlton.
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	Molly Maid of Sioux Falls Ribbon Cutting Molly Maid of Sioux Falls is the most respected name in house cleaning. L to R: Deb Peterson, Karen Noonan, Ritch Noble, Kristi Blitzer, Patty Washnok (owner/manager), Dean Karsky and Tami Ekrem.
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	Realtors for Kids of the Sioux Empire Ribbon Cutting Realtors for Kids of the Sioux Empire provides financial assistance to children in need. L to R: Kelly Kelly, Ritch Noble, Sarah Ekholm, Abbie Pagone, Dawn Koenig, David Kerkove (Board of Directors Vice President), James Lee (Board of Directors President), Bill Zortman, Chrissy Spoo, Beth Jamison, Lynda Billars and Kim Smith.
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	Sanford Clinic Urogynecology and Female Pelvic Medicine Ribbon Cutting Sanford Clinic Urogynecology and Female Pelvic Medicine provides care for women with pelvic health disorders and is actively involved in clinical research, medical education and training. L to R: Sharon Hunt, Ritch Noble, Julie Nelson, Dr. Kevin Benson, Dr. Michael Fiegen, Dr. Dan Blue (President, Sanford Clinic), Cindy Morrison, Lynda Billars and Jacquie Kluck.
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	Sanford Hematology & Oncology Ribbon Cutting Sanford Hematology & Oncology is dedicated to caring for patients in the fight against cancer. The team includes hematology and medical oncology physicians, clinical team, support services, infusion center, and an oncology pharmacy. L to R: Sharon Hunt, Doug Berkland, Mike Hauck, Dean Karsky, Dr. Dan Blue (President of Sanford Clinic), Dr. Michael Keppen (hematologist and oncologist), Jenifer Geerts, Jacquie Kluck and Laurie Knutson.
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	Simply Perfect Ribbon Cutting Simply Perfect is a specialty home décor and gift boutique. L to R: Deb Thielen, Jessica Meinerts, Karen Noonan, Betty Kidd, Mike Hauck, Jess Callies, Chrissy Spoo, Penny Klinedinst (owner), Rex Pruitt, Norilee Schmidt, Patty Elefson, Amy Dancler, Christina Depola and Hailey Schmidt.
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	Sioux Empire CHARACTER COUNTS! Ribbon Cutting Sioux Empire CHARACTER COUNTS helps teachers, parents and youth leaders teach values and ethical decision-making to young people. L to R: Amber Lounsbery, Mary Entinger, Danette Saur, Stacy Thomsen, Karen Nash (executive director), Ritch Noble, Qadir Aware, Donna Jipp, Dean Karsky, Linda Hagedorn and Phil Olson.
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	Sioux Falls Green Project Ribbon Cutting Sioux Falls Green Project is a local movement inspiring the Sioux Falls community to build a greener future. L to R: Jim Clark, Joe Bartmann (executive director), Nancy VanOtterloo, Stacey McMahan (Board of Directors Chair), Ritch Noble, Keith Severson, Jr., Dave Stadheim and Stephanie Gongopoulos.
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	Sunnycrest Retirement Village Ribbon Cutting Sunnycresst Retirement Village offers independent seniors on-site services that provide quality, life-enriching, low-cost, Christian-based housing through their new apartment complex. L to R: Karen Moen, Bill Rezac, Lynda Billars, Ritch Noble, Richard Cutler (Board of Directors), Sue Lund (administrator), Karen Noonan and Richard Doorsman.
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	Waterbury Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical Ribbon Cutting Waterbury Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical offers residential and commercial HVAC, plumbing and electrical services. L to R: Mark Weber, Sandy Case, Dave Rozenboom, Eric Anderson, Tom Stritecky (president), Dean Karsky, Becky Stritecky and Teresa Enze.
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	William & Company, P.C. Ribbon Cutting William & Company, P.C. is a full-service, certified public accounting firm dedicated to assisting clients’ personal and business goals. L to R: Jeff Peters, Lori Lewison, Ritch Noble, Gail Gubbles, Larry Harden, Michael R. Miranda (manager), Eric Anderson, Barb Stork and David Radke.
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