Are You Ready to LEARN and HAVE FUN?!
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR 2026-27
Leadership Spearfish is a developmental and educational program. This comprehensive curriculum enriches and encourages potential leaders through a nine-month course. The program is open to all people who live or work in the Spearfish area, from all segments of the community, and all career levels. It is beneficial to both long term and new residents.
“Whether you are a newcomer looking to plant deep roots or a long-term resident wanting to step into a larger advocacy role, Leadership Spearfish bridges the gap between professional growth and servant leadership. It is…an absolute must for anyone serious about leading with purpose in the Queen City.” – Jason McConnell
“I really appreciate this program. As an outsider to the town, I loved the opportunity to meet some great people and learn more about my new home. This program really brought me closer to town and helped it feel more like my new home.” -Spencer Prosen
TOPICS INCLUDE:
History & Growth of Spearfish | Natural Resources & Agriculture | Tourism & Economic Development | Spearfish Business Overview | Entrepreneurship Education | Problem Solving & Communication Skills | Healthcare | Professional & Board Development | Education Components within the Community | City & State Government | Technology, Science, & the Future
2026 – 2027 Schedule
Septemer 17th: 12:00PM – Introductory Lunch
October 15th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
November 12th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
December 10: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
January 14th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
February 11th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
March 18th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
April 15th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
May 13th: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
May 20th: Graduation at Chamber Mixer
Rates
Member Rate: $650 | Non-Member Rate: $900
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR 2026 – 2027
Applications Close September 4, 2026!
Leadership Spearfish Graduating Class of 2026
From left to right: Moriah Devall – American Family Insurance-Moriah Devall Agency; Angela Smith – Monument Health; Sydney Schieffer – Black Hills Federal Credit Union; Danielle Flom – Klein Visioneering Group; Mason Hericks – Orchard Meadows Family Dental & Denture Clinic; Connie Williams – First Interstate Bank; Kaylee Cormier – City of Spearfish Rec Center; Ashley Anderson – Spearfish School District; Taylee Hudson – Hudson Avenue Marketing; Ashley Sams – BHSU; Jason McConnell – BHSU; Sydney Guericke – BHSU; Heather Giffrow – Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce
(not pictured: Jaxon Rosencranz – SEDC Scholarship Recipient)
