Our Team - Black Hills State University

Elizabeth Freer

Director, SD CEO West

(605)642-6311 | Elizabeth.Freer@BHSU.edu

Elizabeth Freer's professional journey is marked by dedication to community development. As the owner of dialogue LLC, Elizabeth consulted and managed major projects throughout the Black Hills, including planning for the world-class STEM institute in Lead, SD for the South Dakota Science and Technology Authority. Her commitment to creating opportunities and providing resources to the community has already earned her a strong reputation throughout the Black Hills region.

SD CEO West Team

Bailey Sadowsky

Program Coordinator

Bailey focuses on sharing the mission of SD CEO West through clear communications, graphic design, and content. In a world full of noise, her goal is to break through the fluff by curating meaningful connections with women in business. She builds valuable relationships, effective content, and thoughtful programming curated to help SD women succeed in their careers.

Bailey spends her time being inspired by the landscape and the people of the Black Hills. Find her creating, reading a good book, enjoying time outside, or at a local coffee shop.

(605)642-6435 | Bailey.Jo.Sadowsky@BHSU.edu

Ashley Wingert

Program Assistant

Ashley focuses on uplifting her team and the growing community established by SD CEO West by providing key support at events and conferences. Her aim is to make sure that everyone has the resources and information they need to stay on track to meet their career goals, whether it is through ongoing training and counseling, or maintaining a budget.

In her free time, Ashley likes to roam around and explore the outdoors, curl up with a book, or lose herself in embroidery.

(605)642-6948 | Ashley.Wingert@BHSU.edu