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“My parents instilled in me the value of hard work for family and community. I’m ready to take that value and work hard for the people of South Dakota.“

“My parents instilled in me the value of hard work for family and community. I’m ready to take that value and work hard for the people of South Dakota.”

Voter Information

District 33 has changed since the last election. It now includes the subdivisions of Red Rocks, Enchanted Hills, and Southern Robbinsdale.

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EXPERIENCE AND COMMUNITY

  • Founder and President of Mid Continent Testing Labs, Inc
  • 37 Years Business Experience
  • Member of Westminster Presbyterian Church
  • Leadership Positions:
    • Chaired the following Boards:
      • Black Hills Works Foundation
      • RC Chamber Governmental Affairs Committee
      • Leadership Rapid City

EXPERIENCE AND COMMUNITY

  • Founder and President of Mid Continent Testing Labs, Inc
  • 37 Years Business Experience
  • Member of Westminster Presbyterian Church
  • Leadership Positions:
    • Chaired the following Boards:
      • Black Hills Works Foundation
      • RC Chamber Governmental Affairs Committee
      • Leadership Rapid City

BIO

Rapid City and the Black Hills are truly a special place. I moved here 37 years ago at the age of 25 to start Mid Continent Testing Labs with my business partner. I met my wife, Susan, that year, and we will be celebrating our 35th wedding anniversary this year. This area has been a great place to raise our three children, Katie, Whitney, and Michael.

Growing up on a small farm in central Nebraska with five siblings taught me how to work hard. My siblings and I learned how to serve our community by my parents’ willingness to always help where needed. My father served on the school board, township board, cemetery board, and others. Mom served the community as a school teacher. Our family did not have much money, but we grew up in a very rich environment with all the freedom and opportunities to succeed. The enthusiasm to serve the community that my parents instilled in me has blessed me with opportunities to serve in many local organizations.

As an entrepreneur, I have experience in customer service, employee relations, efficient operations, and business management. My partner and I have grown Mid Continent Testing from just the two of us to a business with a great staff of 15 scientists, engineers, and technicians.

I will carry these experiences to Pierre as your representative to ensure that South Dakota maintains its great quality of life, with limited government. I will strive to provide representation that you can be proud of.