Kohl Waters, Inc. Advances to Final Round of Innovate ND
February 27, 2009 by Strom Center
Filed under Business News, Events
Deb Frank, Kohl Waters, Inc. has successfully advanced to the final round of the Innovate ND, a competition for entrepreneurs. Kohl Waters, Inc. was selected to move into the final round based on the following criteria: innovation, business model, commercial viability, entrepreneur team and potential for being a sustainable growing venture. The final round of Innovate ND will take place May 18, 2009 in Bismarck. The Innovate ND Awards banquet will be held the next day, May 19, 2009, to announce the five Innovate ND Idea Champions with a $10,000 cash prize each. The luncheon banquet will be held at the Ramkota Hotel from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm and will feature a keynote speaker.
Deb Frank is a client of the Dickinson Small Business Development Center (SBDC) located at the Strom Center. For more information about SBDC, call Ray Ann Kilen at (701) 483-2470.
Kim Hayes
Talent Initiative Assistant
Strom Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
DYP…All the Cool Kids are Joining!
February 27, 2009 by Strom Center
Filed under Business News, Events
The Dickinson Young Professionals Network (DYP) is a locally operated organization that is looking to impact their community and its members. The mission of the DYP is to unite young professionals in the area by networking socially and professionally, by offering an exchange of ideas and informational opportunities, and by creating strong ties within the community.
The events that have been scheduled this year outline their mission statement and look to recruit influential members that are willing to contribute and give back to the community.
Socials have been scheduled that celebrate locally owned restaurants and activities, including the Brickhouse, JD’s BBQ, Queen City Club, and the Elks. The Service team also has community projects planned to benefit all. A community clean up day and working with charitable organizations is planned this spring. Professional Development opportunities are also made available. Luncheon speaker sessions cover areas such as city involvement, local businesses, networking in the community, conflict management, and state leadership opportunities. HomeTown Competitiveness and DYP is coming together to sponsor a scholarship for one person to attend Rural Leadership North Dakota. This state leadership class is a 2 year program offering a behind the scenes in-depth look at what it takes to lead.
A website is available that keeps people connected with activities and happenings of the Network.
To find out more information or join DYP, call or email Amanda Lynn Moser at 701-483-2830 or Amanda.Moser@dickinsonstate.edu.
Amanda Lynn Moser
HTC Project Coordinator and YP Recruitment Officer
Strom Center
Strom Center Staff – Susan Miller, Associate Director of Technology
February 26, 2009 by Strom Center
Filed under Business News
Susan Miller
On December 16, 2008, Susan Miller assumed the Associate Director of Technology position where her primary function will be to identify new technology-related opportunities and help businesses adapt, implement new technologies and expand in Southwest North Dakota. Susan joins the Strom Center from the Minneapolis/St.Paul area where she has been a Business Consultant and analyst for the last ten years. She attended the University of New Mexico and Colorado State University, graduating from CSU with a degree in Mathematics. Susan’s background includes technical computer hardware and software sales support; application and systems consulting for government, higher education, and private business; and training delivery for hardware, systems software, and applications. Susan is looking forward to contributing to the success of the Strom Center, as well as being closer to family in Hettinger.
Dickinson YP Chili Cook-Off Tonight
February 23, 2009 by Strom Center
Filed under Events
The Dickinson Young Professionals are hosting a Chili Cook-Off tonight. The event will begin at 5:30 pm. It will be held at the Strom Center (1679 6th Avenue West) in Dickinson, ND.
Attendees will have the chance to win two tickets to the Medora Musical, two tickets for the Pitchfork Fondue, and a one night stay in Medora. Sponsored by the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation and HomeTown Competitiveness.
Kim Hayes
Talent Initiative Assistant
Strom Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Business Challenge Receives $25,000 Donation From Wal-Mart
February 20, 2009 by Strom Center
Filed under Events
Last Saturday, February 14, 2009, Business Challenge received it’s $25,000 check from Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart donated the money to help fund Business Challenge 2009 which will take place June 21-26, 2009. To read the article, visit http://www.kfyrtv.com/news_stories.asp?news=27050.
Business Challenge
Kim Hayes
Talent Initiative Assistant
Strom Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
