About Home/About Empowerment Starts Here EmBe’s beginnings are rooted in meetings in 1921 that formed the YWCA in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The vision to serve women and families has remained strong, empowering people to create lives of meaning and purpose, creating a community that serves everyone well. Mission Empowering women and families to enrich lives. Vision We transform lives, supporting success at work, at home and in life. Values Leading, Empowering & Inspiring Board of Directors The Board of Directors governs EmBe providing leadership and vision to our organization. The board of directors consists of influential women and men of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds ranging from human resources and law to finance and communications. Kendra Calhoun Board Chair – Avera Sonja Theisen Vice Chair – MetaBank Nicole Tupman Treasurer – Woods Fuller Alex Halbach Immediate Past Chair – Cutler Law Firm Lisa Irvine Secretary – PREMIER Bankcard Joe Beck Raven Industries Valerie Loudenback Grand Prairie Foods John Meyer Lemonly Natasha Smith Sanford Health Michele Wellman Pinny PR The EmBe Board of Directors and committee members are the connection between the community and our mission. They provide guidance and governance, often offering unique skill sets and support to our staff. If you are interested in learning more, please feel free to complete the nomination form. We are not actively accepting nominations now, but are always interested in having a conversation about being part of how EmBe serves the region. NOMINATION FORM Leadership EmBe staff leadership reflects our commitment to mission, impact and using resources well. The Sr. Leadership Team represents the groups we serve as well as strong, skilled direction. Kerri Tietgen Chief Executive Officer Michelle Hentschel Chief Financial Officer Katy Morris Executive Director of Human Resources Ranae Melmer Executive Director of Child and School Age Care Documents and Reports The support of people like you help EmBe to continue to serve the community well. The following materials share more detail about our fiscal responsibility. 2020 Documents 2019 Documents 2018 Documents 2017 Documents 2016 Documents Community Partners The EmBe vision encompasses collaboration and partnerships as a vehicle to enhance the programs and services our organization provides to the Sioux Falls community. As a supporter of EmBe programs and services, these relationships help to ensure: Women are able to choose a career outside the home because her children have safe, quality childcare in her absence Girls are taught leadership skills that carry with them into adulthood Skill enhancing and fun programs are available to kids throughout the year (i.e. volleyball league, soccer league, summer camps, babysitting camps) Programs are offered on “no school” days allowing parents to maintain a full work day if desired Health and wellness services can be expanded to those that cannot afford the services and to entire families 300 West 11th Street Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Phone: (605) 336-3660 Fax: (605) 336-2238 info@embe.org PROGRAMS Aquatics Childcare School Age Care Youth Women Mitchell EVENTS Calendar Tribute to Women EmBe 5k In Her Shoes QUICK LINKS Donate Careers Facility Rental Hours & Locations Pool Calendar Resources Volunteer Aquatics Memberships © 2021 EmBe | info@embe.org | (605) 336-3660 Facebook Twitter Instagram Toggle Sliding Bar Area By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies. We use cookies to provide you with a great experience and to help our website run effectively. X