Prairie Family Business Association

Family alarm business grows into national leader

A business started decades ago by three Sioux Falls police officers selling alarm systems has grown into a national leader helping keep homes and businesses safe.

8 years ago

Prairie Family Business Association names executive director

Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce CEO Laura Schoen Carbonneau is the new executive director of the Prairie Family Business Association, a USD Beacom School of Business outreach program that serves family businesses in the Midwest.

8 years ago

Approaching 100 years, Johnson Feed looks to future

For almost 100 years, Johnson Feed has adjusted its business with the times. Learn more about this homegrown business entering its fifth generation

8 years ago

Culver’s co-founder shares family business success story

ButterBurgers and frozen custard might sound like a recipe for success — but as the founder of Culver’s will share, his family business was built on much more.

8 years ago

Shipshape or shipwreck – How would you rate your business?

The captain of this Navy ship turned around a crew that had been ranked worst in the fleet. Here’s how to apply the same approach to your business.

8 years ago

Hayzlett builds multifaceted business with help from second generation

It’s probably no surprise that marketing guru Jeffrey Hayzlett issued a news release back in 1986 when his daughter, Lindsey, was born. Turns out, that was just the start of their family business story.

8 years ago

Veteran family business consultant offers ‘no-BS family business planning’

With a presentation name like “No-BS family business planning,” you know it’s going to be memorable. Here’s a preview from the family business expert coming to Sioux Falls.

8 years ago

New ownership takes over at longtime manufacturer

From unlikely beginnings to a family business success story to a new era, Sioux Corp. serves as a model for others.

8 years ago

Growing property management business entering third generation

Mary Jo Minor’s business revolves around people, from tending to residents’ needs to overseeing property for owners and working with her own family.

8 years ago

Inside the modern L.G. Everist Inc.: Fifth-generation business moves into new downtown headquarters

At 141 years old, L.G. Everist marks a new chapter this week, moving into Washington Square and building on generations of family leadership.

8 years ago

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