Coyote Capital Management to Host Business Leadership Conference on April 11
“This conference aims to inspire the next generation of South Dakota's business leaders. From marketing and private equity to law and human resources, there is something for everyone to enjoy,” said Alexis Moran, USD economics and finance student and senior analyst of CCM. “This event is put on by students for students. My team and I look forward to this professional growth and networking day.”
The day will consist of keynote speakers and speaker panels from various industries in the region. All USD students are welcome to attend the free event.
2025 Speakers
The Business Leadership Conference brings together a community of innovative and influential business leaders whose stories reflect the spirit of entrepreneurship, strategic growth and forward-thinking that defines the state’s business landscape. The speakers at this year’s conference have made lasting impacts through their work and vision while contributing to multiple industries.
Economic Outlook Keynote (Virtual)
Thomas Tallarini, Minneapolis Federal Reserve
Leadership Keynote
Lisa Gerner, PREMIER Bankcard
Ben Marcello, PREMIER Bankcard
Business and Political Leadership Keynote
Paul TenHaken, Mayor of Sioux Falls
Breakout Room Sessions
Accounting
Aaron Clayton, Eide Bailly
Corey Fishel, RSM
Reanna Zeller, Elevate Search Partners
Marketing
Miranda Basye, Cannonball Digital
Katelyn Connover, Montgomery’s
Arthur McCray, Advie
Private Equity
Steve Kirby, BlueStem Capital
Aaron Oastomann, Avalon Capital Group
Luke Meyers, Badlands Capital
Chief Financial Officers
Kim Nooney, Black Hills Energy
Jason Simmons, South Dakota State Department of Social Services
Carrie Wilson, First Bank & Trust
Trust and Law
Dave Knudson, United National Corporation
Eric Matt, Cutler Law Firm
Jim Riswold, Corundum Trust Company
Human Resources
Angie Johnson, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools
Hanna Reinders, Palmer Candy Company
Brock Zeller, CARD Companies
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