Mission
To champion the growth and diversification of South Dakota’s economy through professional development, networking, and advocacy
Vision
Vibrant communities and economic opportunities for all in South Dakota
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About the Board
The EDPA Board of Directors is made up of members and officers that represent communities across our state, private sector economic development stakeholders, and state legislators. They include members from ten economic development organization members, five associate members, and two ex-officio members.
Their purpose is to provide oversight, governance, direction, advice, and to assist in leadership and awareness of EDPA’s mission. The Board of Directors represent the collective acumen of South Dakota’s economic development profession and industry.
Executive Board
Michael Bockorny | Chair | Aberdeen Development Corporation
Tom Johnson | Vice-Chair | Elevate Rapid City
Nancy Wenande | Treasurer | Yankton Thrive
Bob Mundt | Secretary | Sioux Falls Development Foundation
David Lambert | Past Chair | Mitchell Area Development Corporation
Board Members
Rita Anderson | De Smet Development Corporation, Retired
Caleb Finck | SD Finck Farms
Ted Haeder | Greater Huron Development Corporation
Julie Johnson | SCORE
Geri Beck | Mitchell Area Chamber and Development Corporation
Kyle Peters | A1 Development
Jim Protexter | Pierre Economic Development Corporation
Brooke Rollag | Lake Area Improvement Corporation
Alex Smith | EDA
Hollie Stalder | Belle Fourche Development Corporation
Ex-Officio Members
Senator Casey Crabtree
Senator Tim Reed