Sioux Falls Progress

"We moved back to Sioux Falls and purchased the Spherion franchise after being gone for 30 years living in Montana, Nebraska and Texas. Some questioned our sanity buying a business and taking possession during one of the worst economic periods in the past 50 years. However we were confident in the strength of the local economy and knew that the quality of our people would continue to drive business growth. Led by an outstanding Chamber and a strong business community, Sioux Falls continues to outperform and outpace the national economy. With creative initiatives like Next and Forward Sioux Falls we will continue to build a solid future for our children and grandchildren. Sioux Falls is unique and a "gem of a city" where the quality of life is unsurpassed. We love being back home and don't even mind the cold and snow."

David & Judy Cota, Spherion Staffing & Recruitment Services, Sioux Falls resident for we grew up in Sioux Falls years

"When life hands you lemons, you make lemonade. I chose to make Whoopie pies. I was laid off from my job in December 2008 and made the decision to go into business for myself doing something l love: baking. I opened the Wild Whoopie Bakery in early 2009 and things have been going well. I looked at the economy change as an opportunity and I love being my own boss. If I had never lost my job, I might not made the jump to entrepreneur. The biggest challenge I have now is explaining what a whoopie pie is!"

Tammy Wiertzema, Wild Whoopie Bakery

"Variety Foods recently held a ground-breaking for our new, 50,000 sq. ft. multi-temp distribution center in northeast Sioux Falls. We've been servicing food service accounts in South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska since 1985 and outgrew our current facility. While one might question any business expansion plans given the current economic climate; we felt strongly that the future is promising and those feelings are bolstered by the fact the Sioux Falls and South Dakota is weathering this downturn much better than other parts of the country. The favorable business climate, the great labor pool and the forward-looking approach of Sioux Falls civic leaders and organizations like the Chamber makes Sioux Falls a great investment."

Ken Goodwin, Variety Foods

"I just recently celebrated 15 years in business in Sioux Falls and have moved my business to a new location. We now have three independent chiropractors in one office. One of the reasons our practice has been able to expand is because of the healthy business climate in Sioux Falls. It's no surprise to me that Forbes magazine has rated Sioux Falls the best small metro community for business and careers for seven consecutive years. The quality of life and business opportunities offered in our community are like no other, and that's why we would choose no other community to live and grow our business."

Dr. Paul Bunkers, Alternative Back Care Clinic, P.C.