Watch Inductee Speeches from the Class of 2024
The Class of 2024 was celebrated last September for their induction into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. This memorable weekend honored these Champions of Excellence for their remarkable contributions across the state and beyond. The Honors Ceremony Banquet–which culminated in a weekend spent celebrating these inspiring individuals, along with our organization's 50th Anniversary–was truly an unforgettable experience!
The words shared by our Inductees continue to inspire, offering a powerful testament to pursuing a life of excellence. We invite you to watch and share their speeches, joining us in fostering a legacy of excellence throughout South Dakota and beyond. Scroll down to hear directly from the Class of 2024.
Bryan Akipa
Agency Village, SD | Arts & Entertainment
A Cultural Treasure
Jim Entenman
Sioux Falls, SD | Professional
Excellence in Leadership
Jeff Hazard (1955-2019)
Sioux Falls, SD | General
A Thoughtful Community Builder
Hugh Ingalls
Faith, SD | Agriculture
A True Stockman
Arlouine GAY KINGMAN
Rapid City, SD | Education
A Champion for Human Rights
Jan Manolis
Huron, SD | General
A Catalyst for Care
Judith Knittel Meierhenry
Sioux Falls, SD | Professional
Breaking the Glass Ceiling in SD
Dr. Peggy Gordon Miller
Brookings, SD | Education
Educational Leadership
Greg Sands
Sioux Falls, SD | Business
The Power of a Second Chance
Dean Sorenson
Sioux Falls, SD | Arts & Entertainment
A Pioneer, Mentor, and Leader