In Her Shoes

‘The love and support is neverending’: A Dress for Success Sioux Falls Story

Melissa Carter2020-07-31T08:38:58-05:00

When Amber Metzger came to Dress for Success Sioux Falls, her self-esteem was at an all-time low. “I was used to having everything put together and being good at moving towards success, but life got the better of me and destroyed my spirit,” Metzger said. Dress for Success Sioux Falls staff scheduled an employment suiting for Metzger and prepared her for a job interview. Metzger successfully landed the job. After securing employment, Metzger joined the Tapestry, a networking program for employed women to build skills and gain support throughout a year of employment. Metzger developed close relationships with the women [...]

‘The love and support is neverending’: A Dress for Success Sioux Falls StoryMelissa Carter2020-07-31T08:38:58-05:00

Making a positive impact with Angela Schoffelman

Melissa Carter2020-02-04T09:58:34-06:00

Avera’s commitment to making a positive impact shows in its partnership with EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls. As one of South Dakota’s largest employers, Avera invites Dress for Success Sioux Falls clients to job shadow and encourages them to ask questions and even apply for open positions. “Avera couldn’t do the work that it does without community organizations like EmBe’s Dress for Success Sioux Falls and the wonderful services they provide,” Angela Schoffelman, Avera Practice Management Support Partner says, The In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast is an energizing event benefiting EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls. EmBe is proud [...]

Making a positive impact with Angela SchoffelmanMelissa Carter2020-02-04T09:58:34-06:00

In Her Shoes Client Spotlight: Regina Stough

Melissa Carter2020-01-16T15:48:58-06:00

What do you know about EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls? “EmBe Dress for Success is more than clothes,” program alumna Regina Stough gleefully shared. “EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls helps women of all ages, all walks of life. The programs are set up to help you succeed,” Regina said. When Regina came to EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls, she was in her second year of an associate’s degree program and would soon be seeking full-time employment. A friend who mentors guided Regina to the Women to the Workforce program, and after becoming employed Regina joined Tapestry, a [...]

In Her Shoes Client Spotlight: Regina StoughMelissa Carter2020-01-16T15:48:58-06:00

Meet In Her Shoes Client Speakers Amber & Laura Metzger

Melissa Carter2020-01-09T13:48:27-06:00

Amber Metzger and Laura Metzger credit EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls with helping them pave their paths to success. “At EmBe Dress for Success Sioux Falls, I can always reach out to get the support that I need, when I need it,” Amber Metzger said. Amber and her sister Laura, also a client, will be featured speakers at the In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast on Thursday, February 6 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Amber says when she came to EmBes Dress for Success Sioux Falls in January 2018, her self-esteem was at an all-time low. “EmBe Dress for [...]

Meet In Her Shoes Client Speakers Amber & Laura MetzgerMelissa Carter2020-01-09T13:48:27-06:00

Welcome In Her Shoes Emcee Vanessa Gomez

Melissa Carter2019-12-11T16:25:29-06:00

We are excited to announce Vanessa Gomez, Weeknight Anchor and Reporter for KSFY, as our emcee for the 2020 In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast benefiting Dress for Success Sioux Falls. Dress for Success Sioux Falls has impacted 2,290 women since 2013 by providing opportunities and services that can provide a network of support for women to enter or return to the workforce. All Dress for Success Sioux Falls services are offered free to charge. Vanessa joined the KSFY team in February of 2016 as a morning reporter and was promoted to weeknight anchor in February 2019. Originally from Sacramento, California, [...]

Welcome In Her Shoes Emcee Vanessa GomezMelissa Carter2019-12-11T16:25:29-06:00

Meet In Her Shoes Emcee Beth Jensen

Melissa Carter2019-01-17T14:42:40-06:00

We are excited to announce Beth Jensen, News Director of KELOLAND News, as our emcee for the 2019 In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast benefiting our Dress for Success Sioux Falls program. Learn more about Beth below and get your tickets or a table today. News Director Beth Jensen came to KELO in 1996. Beth spent time as a reporter and then a producer before becoming executive producer in 2001. She was named news director in 2008. She has produced stories, newscasts and specials that have received national Edward R. Murrow awards, regional Emmys and recognition from the South Dakota Associated [...]

Meet In Her Shoes Emcee Beth JensenMelissa Carter2019-01-17T14:42:40-06:00

Meet In Her Shoes Keynote Speaker Meredith Walker

Melissa Carter2019-01-17T15:31:44-06:00

With being a month out from our In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast on Feb 7, we're thrilled to welcome our 2019 keynote speaker, Meredith Walker. Learn more about Meredith in her bio below and don't forget to grab your tickets or a table to the premier empowerment event of 2019! Meet Meredith Walker Meredith Walker is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls, an online community dedicated to helping young people cultivate their authentic selves. Since its inception in 2007, the organization’s website and YouTube channel have become destinations for inclusiveness, positivity, intelligence, and imagination. Walker travels [...]

Meet In Her Shoes Keynote Speaker Meredith WalkerMelissa Carter2019-01-17T15:31:44-06:00