NOW HIRING:
Membership Coordinator
We are now seeking a full-time Membership Coordinator! Be the friendly face of the Chamber—support business members, handle office operations, assist visitors, and help bring our events to life. If you’re organized, people-focused, and ready to jump into a fast-paced summer of events, we want to meet you!
Contact us directly to learn more.
Strengths: Communicator, Organizer, Hard Worker, Advocate, Promoter
Veronica Grosek
Executive Director
Veronica is currently serving in her 8th year as the Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau's Executive Director!
She grew up in a nonprofit entrepreneurial environment in Sturgis where she learned the value of giving back and supporting local business. She built her education around these values, and has now made a career out of creating an even better community for residents, businesses, and visitors. Veronica attained degrees in business, art history, and entrepreneurship from Montana State University's national AACSB accredited College of Business.
In addition to her Chamber duties, she serves on the Sturgis Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors, the Downtown Sturgis Foundation Board of Directors, the Mid-America Chamber Executives Board of Directors, and the Sturgis Hotel/Motel Business Improvement District Board of Directors. She enjoys downhill and cross-country skiing, Pokemon, gardening, and painting. She is also finally learning how to ride a motorcycle (about time, right?!).
Strengths: Problem Solver, Idea Generator, Moderator, Perfectionist, Creative
Kadence Gleason
Assistant Director
Kadence has been with the Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau since July of 2021. She started her Chamber journey as our Event Coordinator at just 17 years old, spearheading planning and implementation of over thirty events each year ranging from small educational workshops to large community festivals.
Since her humble beginnings as a part-time high school employee, Kadence has worked up through the ranks to the Assistant Director role. She now also oversees our member network, spearheads fundraising outreach, and takes the lead on projects tied to every aspect of Chamber operations.
Kadence is passionate about community and has a history of volunteerism with the Black Hills Special Olympics, Sturgis Golden K Kiwanis club, and other noteworthy charitable organizations. She is currently attending online classes for her post-secondary education, and looks forward to continuing to grow her career with the Chamber. She enjoys flying her drone, police scanners, and is a talented photographer.
Strengths: Collaborator, Reliable, Loyal, Critical Thinker, Listener
