August 2010

Chamberline

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H armony Kolling grew up on a ranch in Ludlow, SD, attended country school for

grades K-8, and then went to high school in Bowman, ND. After graduation, she moved to Bismarck, ND, and attended University of Mary where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. After graduation,

Harmony and her husband moved back to his hometown of Dickinson, ND.

Harmony is employed with Brady Martz & Associates P.C. in Dickinson, managing their outsourcing department, which handles payroll, payroll tax, data processing, and bookkeep-ing services; and assisting with tax return preparation and financial compilations. She is also a Quickbooks Pro Advisor and provides client software training and assistance. Brady Martz & Associates P.C. is a full-service accounting firm pro-viding audit services, tax preparation and planning, and es-tate and gift planning with offices in Dickinson, Williston, Bismarck, Minot, Grand Forks, and in Thief River Falls, MN.

She joined the Chamber Board of Directors in 2008 and is a member of the Ambassador Committee, as well as partici-pates in various task forces. She is also a member of the Southwest Area Human Resource Association.

Harmony appreciates all that Dickinson has to offer her and her family – her husband, Brad, and twins, Caitlyn and Lane, who are 9 years old. In her spare time, she loves to spend time together with them camping and fishing or just having a family movie night at home.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

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The Mission of the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce

“The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce provides leadership towards a

progressive business community.”

Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

Klint Sickler ……………. ...................... President

Chris Johnson ....................................... Pres-Elect

Nathan Bouray ..................................... Treasurer

Elaine Myran ......................................... Director

Mike Renner .......................................... Director

Dennis Cannon ..................................... Director

Harmony Kolling ................................. Director

Blaine Stockert..................................... Past President

Rachelle Schroeder ............................ Director

Christian Kostelecky ......................... Director

Terry Kovacevich ............................... Director

Craig Kubas ........................................... Director

Committee Chairperson

Agriculture ............................................. Mary Urlacher

Airport Promotions . ......................... Matt Remynse

Ambassador .......................................... John Regar

Education ............................................... Joleen Praus

Governmental Affairs ....................... TBA

Promotions and Retail ..................... TBA

Officials .................................................... Blaine Stockert/Lynn Andres

STAFF

Lexi Sebastian ...................................... Executive Director

Kristi Tessier ........................................ Events & Marketing Coordinator

Cindy Brock ........................................... Administrative Assistant

Publication

First Day of the Month

Published By C. Brock

Deadline

Fourth Monday of the month - For both copy and advertising

Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce

314 3rd Avenue West •P.O. Box C

Dickinson, ND 58602

Phone: 701-225-5115 Fax: 701-225-5116

E-mail: team@dickinsonchamber.org

Board of Directors monthly meeting minutes

and annual financial statements are available to Chamber Members.

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*Do you know someone

who has just moved to

Dickinson?

*Do they need help in

finding their way around

the area?

*We have “Welcome Bags” for resi-

dents that have rentals or homes in

the Dickinson area. Please let us know

who they are and we will deliver a

Welcome bag to them.

Please call 225-5115 or email

team@dickinsonchamber.org.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

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701-483-0008

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701-225-1057

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701-225-3474

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Medcenter One announces leadership changes

Medcenter One recently announced several changes

within its leadership team. Vice presidents Scott Boehm

and Dr. Jan Kamphuis were named executive vice presi-

dents of clinic operations and hospital operations, respec-

tively. Julie Schwab was named corporate compliance

officer, Stephanie Murdock was named clinic administra-

tor and Dr. Kent Martin was named clinic medical direc-

tor.

Boehm has served as Medcen-

ter One’s vice president of human re-

sources since 1994. In addition to di-

recting HR operations for the organi-

zation’s 2,700 employees, Boehm

oversees several Medcenter One de-

partments including construction,

environmental services and employee health. He also

serves on the board for the Bismarck Cancer Center. He

joined Medcenter one in 1981 and advanced to manage-

ment four years later. Boehm has a bachelor’s degree in

social work from the University of Mary, a master’s de-

gree in social work from Saint Louis University in St.

Louis, and a master’s degree in healthcare administration

from St. Joseph’s in Standish, Maine.

As executive vice president of Medcenter One

clinics, Boehm will oversee operations for Medcenter

One’s 17 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Jamestown and

Dickinson in addition to his current responsibilities.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Badlands Activities Center

Sponsored by

Dickinson Press &

Jobs HQ

Call 701-483-7590

For details

Employers .

Find the help you need!

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Kadrmas, Lee & Jackson

Announces Two New Employees

Kadrmas, Lee & Jackson, a local engineering, surveying,

and planning firm, has hired Ben White and Ben Lujan.

White is an engineer and has a degree in civil engineering

from South Dakota State University. White has over nine

years of engineering experience in land development,

transportation, and construction administration.

Lujan is a CADD technician and has a degree from CAD

Institute. He has four years experience as a CADD techni-

cian.

American Bank Center Add New Employees

American Bank Center announces Shelly Koppinger as a new Loan Documentation Assistant in Dickinson. Shelly is a Dick-inson native and brings with her many years of banking

experience.

American Bank Center is pleased to announce that Brady Boese is our new Personal Banker at the downtown Dickinson location. Brady is a 2010 graduate of Dickinson State University. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Busi-

ness Administration with an emphasis in Management.

American Insurance Center in Dickinson announces the addition of Don Bares as a Commercial Lines Producer. Don comes to American with 20+ years of service in the insurance

industry.

Mess, Murphy, earn Certification

Jennefer Messer and Russell R. Murphy of American

Trust Center were recently awarded the certified retire-

ment services professional designation from the Institute

of Certified Bankers. The ICB is a subsidiary of the

American Bankers Association, in Washington, DC.

Messer joined American Trust Center in 2007 as a trust

administrator and was promoted to a trust officer in the

business’s retirement plan services area in last year.

Her primary responsibilities are in the qualified employee

benefit plan area, working with plan implementation and

administration. She works with employers to build and

maintain client relationships for the retirement plan ser-

vices area.

Murphy joined American Trust Center in 2008. He has

several years of experience working in the small business

arena.

Murphy administers fiduciary accounts, with a focus on

Personal Trust administration, Agency accounts, and

IRA’s, as well as new business development.

The CRSP designation is awarded to individuals who

demonstrate excellence in the field of retirement services.

To qualify for the CRSP designation, individuals must

have certain levels of experience and education in the

retirement services profession, pass an exam and agree to

abide by a code of ethics.

For more information about the Institute of Certified

Bankers and its professional certifications, call 202-663-

5092 or visit www.aba.com/icb.

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Relaxation Day

Summer Dance Workshop

3-18 years old

August 9—17th

Academy of Dance

Academy of Dance

School Year Registration

August 12th

4—7 pm

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Does your Business need more exposure?

Would you like to discuss and share ideas with other

business people?

Did you change how your business looks and want to

showcase it?

Would you like to meet other people in the com-

munity?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you should be hosting a

Business After Hours.

Business After Hours gives individuals the opportunity to discuss and share

ideas while learning about other local businesses. It is a relationship-building

experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company

through added contacts and resources.

The Chamber will take care of all the advertising . All you need to do is pro-

vide the atmosphere and refreshments. Then step back and enjoy your time

with others.

You will begin to see the benefits of the Business After Hours immediately.

Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 225-5115 or email

team@dickinsonchamber.org for further information.

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The Airport Promotions Committee reported

that starting 8/17 there will be an overnight air-

craft in Dickinson.

A survey will be conducted to seek out what the

business community needs to make the airport

better.

Flying 4 Food Drive is in the month of July.

People can register to win a trip to Denver.

The next meeting is in August.

If you would like more information contact the Dickinson Area Chamber at 225-5115

The Ag Committee reported that there were just

under 200 people at the 4-H picnic.

The Ag BBQ served about 1130 with 40 volun-

teers. Next year we will be able to host it out-

doors again because the grounds will be com-

plete at the Extension Center.

Livestock show will be 10/23 &24.

Ag Calendar sales are starting to come in from

the bulk mailing.

The Recreational Events Committee has been

getting sponsors for the API Luncheon on 8/20.

The Governmental Affairs next meeting will be

August 19th at 3pm.

The Promotions Committee decorated the parade

float for the Roughrider Days.

4 people rode on the float on 7/3.

The Ambassadors Committee next meeting will

be August 6th.

Ribbon cuttings will be at Rock Star Party Bus,

Serenity , RSVP Local Charm, and Stay Sick.

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If you would like more information contact the Dickinson Area Chamber at 225-5115

August 27th

Thank you Sax Motor

Company for letting

the Chamber of Com-

merce use your pickup to pull our float and

Boespflug Trailers for the hitch in the

Roughrider Parade on July 3.

We really appreciate it.

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Coffee Sponsors

Any Chamber member can become a coffee sponsor. Sponsorship dollars are used to provide coffee for all meetings held in the Chamber board room. In exchange for your sponsorship, you will receive: *advertising in the Chamber's board room *a special thanks in our monthly print newsletter, the Chamberline *a special thanks in our weekly e-news to display your business *the opportunity to help your local Chamber If you are interested in being a coffee sponsor, please call the Chamber at 225-5115 or email team@dickinsonchamber.org for more informa-tion.

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 History Alive Performance w/ Vic Smith, Hunting Guide, Arch Elwien 10:30am Taylor Horsefest Prairie Cruisers "Cruise Nite" every Sunday 7:00pm - 8:00pm

2 3 Kiwanis Club 12:00 - 1:00pm Farmers Market Little Bohemian Band and the Happy Sing-a-Longs 7:00pm Tiny Tot Tuesdays at The Dickinson Museum Center 10:00am - 11:30am Heart River Club Men's Championship Golf Tourney Every Tuesday is Steak Night at Lady J's Club & Catering 5:00pm Chamber Promotions Committee Meeting 12:00

4 Rotary Club 12:00 - 1:00pm

5 11th Annual Wigs & More Golf Scramble 7:00am Art in the Park Classes

6 Spirit of the West 2010 SW Speedway Stock Car Races - Pre-Harvest Shootout 7:00pm Chamber Ambassadors/Membership Committee 8:00am - 9:00pm

7 Women's Rec III West State Softball Tourney Farmers Market Dkn Trap Club Harvest Shoot/ATA Registered 9:00am SW Speedway Stock Car Races - Pre-Harvest Shootout 7:00pm History Alive - Marquis De Mores 10:30am "Champions Ride Saddle Bronc Match"

8 Energy Technology/Energy Impact Smyposia Dkn Trap Club Harvest Shoot/ATA Registered 9:00am History Alive - Marquis De Mores 10:30am "Champions Ride Saddle Bronc Match" Prairie Cruisers "Cruise Nite" every Sunday 7:00pm - 8:00pm

9 Missoula Children's Theatre Co. presents "Treasure Island" 10:00am - 2:30PM Energy Technology/Energy Impact Symposia Summer Dance Workshop Evangelical Bible "High Power - Mission: Unstoppable" Bible School 9:00am - 12:00pm

10 Kiwanis Club 12:00 - 1:00pm Missoula Children's Theatre Co. presents "Treasure Island" 10:00am - 2:30PM Energy Technology/Energy Impact Symposia Farmers Market Rhythms of the Hart, a sentimental journey from the 30's 7:00pm Summer Dance Workshop Tiny Tot Tuesdays at The Dickinson Museum Center10am - 11:30am Every Tuesday is Steak Night at Lady J's Club & Catering 5:00pm

11 Rotary Club 12:00 - 1:00pm Missoula Children's Theatre Co. presents "Treasure Island" 10:00am - 2:30PM Summer Dance Workshop

12 Academy of Dance Registration 4:00pm - 7:00pm Missoula Children's Theatre Co. presents "Treasure Island" 10:00am - 2:30PM Summer Dance Workshop Art in the Park Classes

13 Missoula Children's Theatre Co. presents "Treasure Island" 10:00am - 2:30PM Summer Dance Workshop

14 Men's Rec IV West State Softball Tourney Missoula Children's Theatre Co. presents "Treasure Island" 10:00am - 2:30PM Farmers Market History Alive Performance w/ Vic Smith- Hunting Guide 10:30am

15 SW Motocross Assn. Race/NDMA Race History Alive Performance w/ Vic Smith- Hunting Guide 10:30am Men's Rec IV West State Softball Tourney Prairie Cruisers "Cruise Nite" every Sunday 7:00pm - 8:00pm

16 Summer Dance Workshop

17 Kiwanis Club 12:00 - 1:00pm Farmers Market Movie night, to be announced 7:00pm Summer Dance Workshop Job Fair Tiny Tot Tuesdays at The Dickinson Museum Center 10:00am - 11:30am Every Tuesday is Steak Night at Lady J's Club & Catering 5:00pm Chamber Ag Meeting 8:00am - 9:00

18 Rotary Club 12:00 - 1:00pm SW Speedway Stock Car Races - NLRA Late Model Showcase Tour & Season 7:00pm

19 Chamber Airport Promotions Committee Meeting 8:00am - 9:00am

20 API Luncheon 11:00am

21 Farmers Market History Alive Performance w/Madame de Mores-Karen Nelson 10:30am Madam Marquise's de Mores Birthday Northern Plains Ethnic Festival Annual API Golf Scramble 8:00am Singles Dance 7:00pm - 10:00pm SW Motocross Assn. Race/Mon-Dak Race

22 History Alive Performance w/Madame de Mores-Karen Nelson 10:30am Northern Plains Ethnic Festival History Alive Performance with Madame de Mores 10:30am - 3:30pm Prairie Cruisers "Cruise Nite" every Sunday 7:00pm - 8:00pm

23 24 Kiwanis Club 12:00 - 1:00pm Farmers Market Every Tuesday is Steak Night at Lady J's Club & Catering 5:00pm Chamber Education Committee Meeting 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

25 Rotary Club 12:00 - 1:00pm First Day of School - DPS

26 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00 PM -5:00 PM

27 Blues at the Brick

28 Farmers Market Annual Medora Badlands Trail 5K/10K Run or Walk 8:00am History Alive Performance w/ AT Packard 10:30am

29 Knights of Columbus Golf Scramble 1:00pm History Alive Performance w/ AT Packard 10:30am Prairie Cruisers "Cruise Nite" every Sunday 7:00pm - 8:00pm

30 31 Kiwanis Club 12:00 - 1:00pm Farmers Market NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick Every Tuesday is Steak Night at Lady J's Club & Catering 5:00pm

August 2010

For more information go to www.dickinsonchamber.org

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