Explore the healing power of oxygen with Dr. Todd from Midwest Hyperbarics in Sioux Falls. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we go deep — literally — into how hyperbaric oxygen therapy is being used to treat chronic wounds, injuries, post-radiation damage, neuropathies, fibromyalgia, and more.

As an ENT surgeon and now a hyperbarics clinic founder, Dr. Todd shares how pressure — not just oxygen — plays the most important role in healing. Learn how this therapy works, how it's helped patients like his wife Nicole, and how the science is gaining traction with elite athletes and people seeking recovery and wellness.

🚁 Bonus: We also take a peek at Dr. Todd's gyroplane hobby and how it connects to his deep fascination with pressure.

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Todd & Midwest Hyperbarics: Dr. Dan Todd | https://doctordantodd.com/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy/ Website | https://midwesthyperbarics.com/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562782504775

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Discover the powerful story behind Kore Cares, one of South Dakota's fastest-growing home care agencies. CEO and Co-Founder Gabrielle Hoing shares how she started with a single client and a leap of faith — and grew into a team of over 200, serving more than 95 communities across the state. In this emotional and insightful interview, you'll hear how Kore Cares supports families, empowers caregivers, and helps aging individuals stay safe, independent, and emotionally connected.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone caring for an aging parent, working in healthcare, or navigating the challenges of modern caregiving.

✅ Services Kore Cares offers ✅ What to ask when hiring a home care agency ✅ How they build trust with clients and families ✅ Unique staff training and team culture ✅ Gabrielle's entrepreneurial journey and personal mission

📍Serving Communities: Sioux Falls, Yankton, Aberdeen, Mitchell, Gregory, Pierre — and over 95 more across South Dakota.

🔗 Learn more about Gabrielle & Kore Cares: Gabrielle on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellehoing/ Website | https://www.korecares.com/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/kore-cares/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Korecares

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Tim Mages, CEO at Expansion Capital Group, gives us the proof as to how providing capital to the Small Business Owner is driving the economy forward.

Whether that capital allows them to take on new projects, which will require additional new hires, it's fueling the American Economy that is driving us forward.

Discover how swift business funding approvals can fuel your company's growth by heading to https://www.ecg.com/ and apply today. Tell Tim that the SpotLight Sioux Falls team sent you!

What do you get when you mix Cheez-Its, clogged drains, and a vision for doing business the right way? You get SBL Ventures — a laundromat business built on grit, systems, and service.

In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Jon Schemmel, a former college athletic director who now oversees 23 locations and a 35-person team. Jon shares how he built SBL Ventures from the ground up — from cleaning hair out of drains himself to building a company with a clear mission, data-driven operations, and a culture of ownership.

🔗 Learn more about Jon and SBL Ventures: Jon on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-schemmel/ Website | https://sbl-ventures.com/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/sbl-ventures/

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📍 Filmed in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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In Part 2 of our sit-down with Spencer Mannes of Core Companies, we go beyond real estate listings and into the full scope of custom home building in Sioux Falls — including the details behind a $7.5 million property with over 14,000 square feet, a racquetball court, and an in-ground pool house.

From lot acquisition to drafting, design, and building, Spencer walks us through what makes Core Companies different — and how they support buyers at every price point, not just in the luxury tier. If you've ever wondered how dream homes come to life or what the full-cycle real estate process looks like, this episode gives you an inside look.

🔗 Learn more about Spencer Mannes & Core Companies: LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-mannes-155ba699/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Spencermannesrealty/ Core Companies | https://www.linkedin.com/company/core-companies/

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📍Sioux Falls 🎙 Sponsored by MAGNETIC

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Ark Academy is more than just a daycare — it's a faith-led mission to care for and grow the next generation in Sioux Falls. In this episode, we sit down with Hollie and Brock Scott, the husband-and-wife founders of Ark Academy, to learn how their personal story, passion for children, and shared values led to the creation of a childcare center focused on empathy, community, and real-life skill-building.

From leaving spots open for foster care to implementing low staff-to-child ratios and teaching kids practical independence, Ark Academy is bringing a new level of purpose and heart to early childhood education in the Sioux Falls community.

🔗 Learn more about Hollie, Brock, and Ark Academy: Hollie on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollie-scott-67194296/ Website | https://arkacademysiouxfalls.com/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/people/Ark-Academy-Sioux-Falls/61574253909359/?_rdr

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📍 Filmed in Sioux Falls, SD 🎙 Sponsored by MAGNETIC

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What if the key to saving small towns isn't more people — but the right people?

Meet Jessica Meyers, founder of Porchlight, a South Dakota-based startup reshaping the future of rural America. In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, Jessica explains how her company recruits high-skill professionals to rural jobs — from paramedics to chemists — while helping towns prepare through housing studies, strategic plans, and community support.

🎯 What you'll hear:

The real reason families want to move back to small towns

How Porchlight filled a $1M+ salary gap across SD

Stories from towns like Highmore, Mobridge, and Flandreau

Why this started with Startup Sioux Falls and Co.Starters

Her take on raising families next to grandparents, and how that changes lives.

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🔗 Learn more about Jessica Meyers and Porchlight: Jessica on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-meyers-porchlight/ Website | https://porchlight-services.com/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/porchlightservices/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PorchLightRural Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/porchlightservices

📍 Filmed in Sioux Falls, SD 🎙 Sponsored by MAGNETIC

#Porchlight #StartupSiouxFalls #SpotlightSiouxFalls #RuralRevival #WorkforceDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #SouthDakotaStartups #JessicaMeyers #SmallTownStrong #HiringSolutions

What if your clutter could finally be cleared — not just your stuff, but your stress too?

In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with DJ Blomgren of A New Dawn Solutions, a one-of-a-kind home organizer who helps people tackle transitions big and small. From organizing chaotic closets to clearing decades of heirlooms, DJ brings compassion, vision, and an eye for transformation into every space she enters.

💡 Learn how she helps:

Families downsize with dignity

Seniors move without the overwhelm

Vacationers come home to peace, not chaos

Business owners reimagine commercial spaces

Whether you're moving, grieving, or just overwhelmed, this is your sign to let DJ help.

Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Spotlight on Sioux Falls businesses, events, and personalities.

🔗 Learn more about DJ and A New Dawn Solutions: DJ on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/dj.blomgren/ DJ on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dawnjeanneblomgren/ Website | https://anewdawnsolutions.com/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/anewdawnsolutions/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/anewdawnsolutions/

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📍 Filmed in Sioux Falls, SD. 🎙 Sponsored by MAGNETIC

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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Rachel Lemons, founder of Victory Ink, to explore the unexpected journey from corporate executive assistant to licensed cosmetic tattoo artist, trainer, and business owner.

Rachel shares how losing her mother and finding faith pushed her to create a business that helps women feel beautiful, seen, and empowered — whether it's reconstructing brows after chemotherapy or providing trauma-informed permanent makeup.

We talk about:

The difference between microblading, nano-blading, and modern brow techniques

How her 25 years in corporate America shaped her business success

Her training program and why high-quality PMU education matters

Why Victory Ink is more than a name — it's her mission

Giving back through Call to Freedom and LifeLight Festival

Whether you're "brow-curious," a future PMU artist, or someone just seeking purpose-driven inspiration, Rachel's story will move you.

Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Spotlight on Sioux Falls businesses, events, and personalities.

🔗 Learn more about Rachel and Victory Ink: Rachel on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelkrutsch/ Website | https://victoryinkstudio.com/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/victoryinkstudio/

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📍 Victory Ink, Sioux Falls 701 N Phillips Ave Unit 145, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States 🎙 Sponsored by MAGNETIC

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In this episode of Spotlight Sioux Falls, we sit down with Kaleigh Reid, mortgage lender at Security National Bank, to talk real estate, interest rates, and how she helps homebuyers navigate one of the biggest decisions of their lives — without the fluff.

Kaleigh shares her unexpected journey from beauty school to banking, and how her relationship-first approach has earned the trust of buyers and agents across Sioux Falls. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or refinancing your third property, Kaleigh breaks down what actually matters — from credit scores and down payments to how to think about interest rates in 2024.

We cover: Why 3% rates aren't coming back anytime soon Why some buyers shouldn't wait to purchase The truth about pre-approvals Why confidence and connection matter more than banking buzzwords

Plus, Kaleigh shares how Barb the alter ego came to be — and why buyers love working with someone who's real, approachable, and always ready to advocate for them.

Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Spotlight on Sioux Falls businesses, events, and personalities.

🔗 Learn more about Kaleigh and Security National Bank: Kaleigh on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaleigh-reid-6698b715a/ Website | https://www.snbsd.com/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/securitynationalbank/

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📍 Security National Bank, Sioux Falls, SD 🎙 Sponsored by MAGNETIC

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