The South Dakota Governor’s Tourism Advisory Board has selected its officers for 2025. Ann Lesch* of De Smet was reelected the board president during a meeting Tuesday (Jan. 21, 2025) in Pierre. Caleb Arceneaux* of Rapid City was reelected vice president. “The South Dakota Governor’s Tourism Advisory Board is composed of top-notch leaders who excel in their respective industries and provide steadfast leadership and commitment to the state’s tourism industry,” said James Hagen, Secretary of the Department of Tourism. “Their leadership, experience, counsel and unwavering support is felt by our entire industry.” The Tourism Advisory Board is appointed by the Governor and includes members of the tourism industry and citizen representatives from across the state. Board members serve as liaisons and advocates for the tourism industry as well as the Department of Tourism. Current Tourism Advisory Board members include Caleb Arceneaux, Rapid City; Tom Biegler*, Sioux Falls; John Brockelsby*, Rapid City; Ann Lesch, De Smet; Julie Ranum*, Watertown; Val Rausch*, Big Stone City; Carmen Schramm*, Yankton; Frank Smith, Gettysburg; Ivan Sorbel*, Kyle; Kristi Wagner, Whitewood; and Gwyn* Wathen, Hill City.