Carissa focuses on providing the events and programs that South Dakota business communities need most. In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, her goal is to make sure that SD CEO West offers relevant and valuable experiences and resources to those looking to start a business, grow their business, or develop their current careers.
Passionate about healthy living, Carissa spends most mornings and evenings training Jiu Jitsu at the local martial arts gym. On weekends, she’ll be outside somewhere on an adventure.
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, or enjoying time outside or at a local coffee shop.
CEO
Ketel Thorstenson, LLP
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President
Project Solutions
Professor, School of Business
Black Hills State University
Retired
Black Hills State University & Sanford Underground Research Facility
Director of Development and Planned Giving
Black Hills State University
Ex-Offico for BHSU Alumni & Advancement
Director of Advancement
Black Hills Works
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Evening and weekend hours are available by appointment.
Phone: 605-642-6948
Address:
Black Hills State University
1200 University St. Unit 9511
Spearfish, SD, USA 57799-9511
Office Location: Woodburn 216