June 13, 2023

This week’s Up-and-Comer is Stephen Lewis, a trust officer at Bridgeford Trust Co.

Name: Stephen Lewis

Age: 30

Hometown: Sioux Falls

What brought you to Sioux Falls?

My dad accepted a job at Poet when I was in kindergarten. We packed up everything, moved from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and never looked back.

What keeps you in Sioux Falls?

My family and friends.

What’s your favorite thing about your job?

Building relationships with our outstanding clients.

How did you get connected to your industry?

I accepted an internship my second year in law school at a local wealth management department. I found the work challenging enough to keep me on my toes and meaningful enough to keep me committed to this career.

Describe Bridgeford Trust Co. in three words.

Trustworthy — no pun intended — innovative and visionary.

What is something someone might be surprised to learn about you?

I am a triplet. I was blessed with two beautiful sisters to go through all of life with.

What’s your favorite way to give back to your community?

Serving at The Banquet.

What’s one business you’d like to see in Sioux Falls that isn’t here now?

White Castle. My dad and I always go to White Castle after an Ohio State game. I can only imagine the pounds we would put on if we had one in Sioux Falls.

If you had $1 million to start a business, what kind of business would it be?

 Some kind of health food store. I would stock the shelves with good tasting protein powder and packets of fruit to make smoothies.