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YES! – Youth Energy Summit

Vivid Image — Sat, 29 May 2010 14:52:19 +0000

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20 Years of Making A Difference

Vivid Image — Thu, 06 May 2010 18:42:30 +0000

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20 Years of Making Minnesota Greater

Vivid Image — Wed, 05 May 2010 18:27:52 +0000

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Social Marketing for Business 101

Vivid Image — Tue, 04 May 2010 19:38:07 +0000

Social Marketing for Business 101 is a series of training opportunities offered by Southwest Initiative Foundation in Southwest Minnesota, starting in Luverne, MN. The next class is being scheduled in Ortonville, MN, so check back soon for details. The following video was taken at the Luverne class, and it is an excellent preview of the course, as well as a “refresher” source for those who attended.

Southwest Initiative Foundation 2009 Banquet “What Matters Most”

Vivid Image — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 21:15:00 +0000

The Southwest Initiative Foundation would like to thank everyone who joined us Thursday, April 23, at Jackpot Junction in Morton for the 2009 “What Matters Most” banquet. We hope you were inspired by all this event had to offer!

“What Matters Most” Video

More than ever, the Southwest Initiative Foundation is focusing on what matters most. We hope you will enjoy this video as we celebrate three entrepreneurs, among many, who have made a difference in southwest Minnesota.

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Our sincere appreciation goes to Roz Ewald, Cedar Crest Estates; Cory Jensen, Country Enterprises; Dan Juhl, Juhl Wind; and their families and staff for sharing their stories of entrepreneurship in our region and to Famous Davis of Willmar for producing the video.

To request a copy of “What Matters Most” on DVD, contact Communications Officer Karen Grasmon at 800-594-9480.

Keynote Speaker V.J. Smith

V.J. Smith, president of Life’s Great Moments, delivered a heartfelt message about the importance of showing gratitude, building relationships and making a difference in the lives of those around us. The event’s “What Matters Most” theme was inspired by a chapter in Smith’s book, The Richest Man in Town.

Surprise Announcement of 2009 Southwest Initiative Foundation Award Recipient

Congratulations to Greg Raymo of Worthington!

The Southwest Initiative Foundation Board of Directors and Staff are pleased to recognize Greg Raymo of Worthington as this year’s award recipient.

Click here to view our award booklet highlighting some of Greg’s countless contributions to our region.

To show our appreciation for his leadership, innovation, collaboration and philanthropic spirit, Greg received a framed photograph by internationally-acclaimed Minnesota photographer Jim Brandenburg who selected this photograph from his archives to be used solely for the Southwest Initiative Foundation Award.

Greg also received a $2,000 award to be granted to the program or project of his choosing for the benefit of southwest Minnesota.

Southwest Minnesota Talent Showcase

Four artists and three musical groups who submitted auditions for our showcase were selected to display their artwork and perform, giving guests a taste of our region’s great talent.

Elaine Hagen, Belview
Great Plains String Quartet, Worthington
Joan Hohenstein, Lake Benton
Bruce R. Bednarchuk, Redwood Falls
David Mngodo, Redwood Falls
Jazz with Ross and Pete, Marshall
Taylor Rossow, Lakefield

Afternoon Workshops

Surviving the Recession
What businesses should do to survive the economy
Presented by Duane Hoversten

Promoting Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
Understanding our everyday interactions with young children and their families
Presented by Michele Fallon

Handouts available for downloading:

Diapering as a Teachable Moment
MH Consultation Handout
Emotional literacy-parents
One of Several Good Reasons to Do
Helping Babies Cry Better
Potential of childcare–SW
IMH handout

Leaving a Legacy
Using philanthropic tools to leave a legacy and benefit the place we call home
Presented by Doug Holzkamp and Marc Vaillancourt

Community Leadership: Doing What Matters Most
Making the best investment of leader’s time and energy
Presented by Jim Krile

Handouts avilable for downloading:
Krile workshop binder

Leading by Example: Southwest Minnesota’s Premier Business Leadership Event: Part 1

Vivid Image — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:44:05 +0000

More than 250 rural business, community, non-profit and educational leaders and entrepreneurs heard what’s going to happen in our heartland communities, what needs to happen, and how Minnesota businesses are making it happen.

Speakers included Rich Karlgaard, Forbes publisher and columnist, and author of America’s Coming Heartland Boom; Dr. Okokon Udo, international consultant on leadership development; facilitator Jodee Bock, Bock’s Transformational Consulting; and panelists Myrna Hoekstra, VP of Human Resources, BTD Manufacturing, Inc., Detroit Lakes; Dave Verkinderen, Business Equipment Finance Group General Manager, USBank, Marshall; and Jim Morgan, President/CEO, Daktronics, Inc., Brookings, South Dakota.

Part1: Rich Karlgaard

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Leading by Example: Southwest Minnesota’s Premier Business Leadership Event: Part2

Vivid Image — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 21:38:49 +0000

Part2: Dr. Okokon Udo

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Leading by Example: Southwest Minnesota’s Premier Business Leadership Event: Part3

Vivid Image — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 21:34:43 +0000

Part3: Panel Presentation:
Jodee Bock, Jim Morgan, Myrna Hoekstra and Dave Verkinderen

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Just Imagine – A Mini-Documentary

Vivid Image — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:11:04 +0000

The Southwest Initiative Foundation has produced a mini-documentary about the opportunities southwest Minnesota has to prepare for a bright and prosperous future. The video explores four areas that will be critical to the region’s future growth and shows examples of progress and innovation in our region today. It is our hope that this video will spark dialogue and brainstorming about how we can help southwest Minnesota adapt and thrive in a changing world.

Click on the links below to view the video. It is divided into chapters for easier uploading and Web viewing. If you are interested in receiving a DVD copy of the documentary, please contact SWIF Communications Officer Karen Grasmon.

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