Join SMGA's own Economic Development Specialists Bryce Healy, Chris Fields, and Josh Chase as well as SMGA's summer intern Porter Ihnen as they discuss internships, projects, and all the hidden gems in the Sioux Metro region.

In this episode of Growing Places, host Tyler Tordsen sits down with South Dakota State Historian Dr. Ben Jones to unpack the America 250 initiative. They explore how small towns, local traditions, and civic volunteerism help tell America’s story, from Liberty Trees and time capsules to parades, potlucks, and preservation projects. Listeners will hear practical ideas for celebrating 2026 in their own communities beyond the July 4th celebrations.

SMGA's Chris Fields and Tyler Tordsen chat with Midco's Senior Government Relations Director, Andrew Curley. Midco is a long time supporter of Sioux Metro Growth Alliance. Join the trio as they discuss Midco's footprint, the Fiber Forward initiative, and Andrew's seat on the Membership Advisor Board.

SMGA's Chris Fields talks tourism with Carmen Schramm Executive Director for the Tourism Coalition of South Dakota and return guest Kasi Haberman, Executive Director for Southeast South Dakota Tourism. Join the trio as they talk all things tourism, the #2 Industry in South Dakota.

Hidden Gems: Good Earth State Park, The Good Earth Farm, and Steever House.

Join SMGA's Chris Fields as he disucess the history and happenings in Garretson, SD.

In this episode SMGA CEO Tyler Tordsen sits down with Ryan Budmayr to talk about his new role as CEO of the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Tune in and listen as the pair discusses working through the issues in Pierre, the economic development landscape, and how to get involved!

Join us for another episode of Growing Place, your home for everything economic development in the Sioux Metro. Visit us at https://siouxmetro.com/. In this episode, Economic Development Specialist Chris Fields sit down to talk the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) implementation and his growth in 2025.

If you'd like to talk about implementing EOS in your organization reach out to Will via email at william.powell@eosworldwide.com

Will's Hidden Gem: Zebra King Donuts

SMGA CEO and Tyler Tordsen sit down with Bob Fitch of Fitch Media. Join the pair as they discuss SMGA's publication, in partnership with Fitch Media, Growing Places.

Check out past issues of Growing Places here.

Bob's Hidden Gems: the Taco Vault in Worthing, Waddy's in Hudson, and Sioux Valley Grill.

Call or text Bob Fitch at (712) 551-4123