Shamrock Property Management: Husband and Wife Team Bring Executive Services To Hartford
Husband and Wife Team Brings Executive-Level Property Management Services to Hartford When Tony and LaVonne Randall discussed starting a property management business in Hartford, they knew exactly how they would approach it, manage their team, and deliver great customer service. Since 1994, LaVonne has owned and operated a successful Mary Kay consulting business, where she not only consults with people on how to best take care of their skin and sells high-end skincare and cosmetics to
Dave & Co. Real Estate: Local Team Helps Heroes Find Homes
Dave & Co. Real Estate: Local team helps heroes find homes Dave Larson was born and raised in Hartford, but he never predicted he’d end up back in town. Now, he says he can’t imagine it any other way. Larson attended college at the University of South Dakota (USD) and worked for the Army National Guard as an officer recruiter.Following his time as a recruiter, he deployed to Afghanistan for a year and then came back to Hartford and worked as an ROTC recruiter at USD. Larson owned
Minuteman Press promotes small businesses, lifts up the community
Minuteman Press promotes small businesses, lifts up the community Sioux Falls has been home to a franchise location of Minuteman Press for 10 years, but the business has experienced some impressive changes over the last two and a half years after being purchased by Mike and Jessica Hauck. “When my dad and Jess bought the business, it was with the understanding of, ‘How can we help businesses grow and promote themselves?’” said Peter Hauck, director of business development. “We didn’t get into
Ludens, Inc.: A Lesson in Listening to the Customer
Ludens, Inc.: A Lesson in Listening to the Customer The Ludens family may depict their business, Ludens, Inc., as that of an adventure. The multi-generational family business has enjoyed decades of fruitful growth in both the owners’ work and personal lives, but it has not always been easy to come by. Over the years, Ludens, Inc. has evolved their product line to adapt to the changing needs of their diverse customer base. Today, the retailer has found a particular niche in trailers and
Two Guys & A Garage: Finding the Practical in the Mechanical
Two years ago, Josh Hamann and Dave Stofferan did not forecast that a business would bloom out of their garage. As the owners of Two Guys & A Garage — a new automotive repair shop in Hartford, South Dakota — Hamann and Stofferan are still in the primitive stages of development. The two began “wrenching” (mechanic-speak for general repair) out of Hamann’s Sioux Falls home in 2017. All Hamann and Stofferan knew was that they made a great team, and customers were thrilled with their experience. Not
Automotive Tire & Service: As Forthright as the Name Implies
Sometimes the best way to do business is simple and straightforward. In today’s age of flashy advertising, extravagant sales pitches, and superficial customer service, it’s refreshing to work with the antonym. Ryan and Lacey Pressler are the owners of Automotive Tire & Service (ATS) in Humboldt and Hartford, South Dakota, and have built an honest business in an industry that often struggles with trust. “I honestly don’t know exactly how we’ve built trust with our customers,” laughs Ryan. “We’re
The Agriculture & Automotive Industries: Promoting Diligence, Honesty, and Excellence
The Agriculture & Automotive Industries: Promoting Diligence, Honesty, and Excellence You don’t have to know much about South Dakota to understand that agriculture is a vital contributor to the state’s economy. According to the South Dakota Department of Agriculture, the industry makes up one-third of the state’s economic activity — equal to roughly $32.5 billion. While the ag industry’s numbers are important, the way of life it helps generate is arguably more so. The Great Plains region may
Primary Manufacturing: The High-Tech Business on Main Street
There are relatively few people in the world — let alone in Southeastern South Dakota — who truly understand the technology behind Primary Manufacturing. And yet, the high-tech plastics manufacturer is located right on Main Street in Humboldt, South Dakota. Ladd McCluskey is the engineer-founder who opened the manufacturing business in 2017, following an encounter with the brand-new technology in California. Having an engineering background in a diverse set of industries, McCluskey was an excellent
Grocott Ink & Thread - Stitching Success in A Family Business
“No, this is not a tattoo parlor,” laughs Lori Grocott as she recalls stories of acquaintances wondering what her business entails. Southeastern South Dakotans may recognize the business as formerly “American Sports,” but owners Lori and Lynn Grocott decided to change the business’s name last year to hone in on their true niche. Put bluntly, Grocott Ink & Thread is a family-owned and -operated screen-printing and embroidery shop located in Hartford, South Dakota. And while the business’s origins
Central States Manufacturing: Building Customer Loyalty Through Loyal Employees
“Take care of your employees, and they’ll take care of your customers.” That phrase is attributed to business magnate Sir Richard Branson, who, among many things, is famous for his companies’ excellent cultures. Central States Manufacturing — a national metal roofing and siding manufacturer — may not find their influence from Sir Branson, but their philosophies certainly align. Now, the thirty-plus-year-old company employs 850 people across the United States, including 67 here at their Hartford,
Manufacturing & Utilities: Abundant Provision for the Whole Community
Manufacturing & Utilities Sectors: Abundant Provision for the Whole Community Upon first consideration of the manufacturing and public utilities sectors, one may think of bureaucratic organizations with little of interest to offer. Of course, without these industries, nothing would get accomplished. Services are required from these sectors daily, whether through energy consumption, telecommunications usage, sanitation needs, or, quite literally, any of the physical products enjoyed in the modern
Jamie Zomer Starts Take the Trip to Make Travel Easy
Take The Trip - Jamie Zomer The dream of travel is glamorous, yet the end result is not always so. Months of anticipation and excitement precede this once-in-a-lifetime experience, only to be muffled by transportation delays, disappointing accommodations, or unsatisfied expectations. If this occurrence is familiar, you are not alone. Travel is a luxury desired by most, yet common excuses and poor experiences tend to bleed into the idea’s execution before it takes flight. Jamie Zomer understands
R Place Kennels Helps Forge Bonds Between People & Their Pets
Some of the best businesses are born out of hobbies. It’s a beloved story, and often a coveted one: the talented hobbyist realizes that their gift can be serviced to customers with adequate compensation to cover their living expenses. The result? As the adage goes, “Find something you love to do and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.” This is certainly the case with R Place Kennel — a dog boarding, training, and (occasional) breeding business located here in Hartford, South Dakota. And
