Growing Places

Hear about all things economic development in the Sioux Falls metro area with the team at Sioux Metro Growth Alliance

Podcasting since 2022 • 97 episodes

Growing Places

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Porter and the Specialists

Join SMGA's own Economic Development Specialists Bryce Healy, Chris Fields, and Josh Chase as well as SMGA's summer intern Porter Ihnen as they discuss internships, projects, and all the hidden gems in the Sioux Metro region.

July 24, 2026 • 24:34

America 250: Dr. Ben Jones, SD Histroical Society

In this episode of Growing Places, host Tyler Tordsen sits down with South Dakota State Historian Dr. Ben Jones to unpack the America 250 initiative. They explore how small towns, local traditions, and civic volunteerism he...

July 01, 2026 • 47:33

Secure Your Connection: Andrew Curley, Midco

SMGA's Chris Fields and Tyler Tordsen chat with Midco's Senior Government Relations Director, Andrew Curley. Midco is a long time supporter of Sioux Metro Growth Alliance. Join the trio as they discuss Midco's footprint, the Fiber Forward initi...

May 27, 2026 • 42:40

Take Two on Tourism

SMGA's Chris Fields talks tourism with Carmen Schramm Executive Director for the Tourism Coalition of South Dakota and return guest Kasi Haberman, Executive Director for Southeast South Dakota Tourism. Join the trio as they talk all things tour...

May 13, 2026 • 37:00

Getting Down with Mayor Brown - Garretson

Join SMGA's Chris Fields as he disucess the history and happenings in Garretson, SD.

April 22, 2026 • 27:48

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