The kickoff event for the members of the 2025-26 classes of Leadership Pierre was held last week (Aug. 14, 2025).
The regular, ten-month program through the Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce develops local leaders by strengthening skills, building networks and deepening knowledge of community issues and opportunities. Participants meet monthly for sessions on business, government, healthcare, education and more, all designed to inspire civic involvement and leadership growth.
Members of the Leadership Pierre Class of 2025-26 are:
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Desiree Bonhorst
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Grace Campbell
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Blake Cruse
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Ely De Alba
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Kyler Flock
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Kat Haarstad
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Zeke Johnson
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Ivey Kanarick-Godinez
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Emmalee Krekelberg
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Renae Lehman
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Abby Marquardt
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Tyler Mohs
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Casey Pamperien
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Eric Peterson
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Kira Riley
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Jerika Scott
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Lacey Walz
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Michele Weischedel
The Leadership Pierre classroom only participants are:
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Lara Williams
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Kimberly Leiferman
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Wren Hollingsworth
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Dani Norden
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Miranda Panzer
The classroom only sessions are by Eric Therwanger, Founder of Think GREAT.
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