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 Julie Andersen has worked for South Dakota Public Broadcasting for over 15
years, currently as Executive Director of the statewide network. She began her career in public broadcasting working part-time in the development department while completing her BA in English and Journalism from South Dakota State University. Upon graduation, Andersen took a full-time position in the membership office at SDPB. In 1992 she was promoted to Membership Manager and in 1994 was named Director of Development. During her tenure, SDPB was honored with the national PBS Membership, On-Air Achievement and Overall Development awards. She was named Executive Director in 1997. As Executive Director Andersen is responsible for operations of the state network which includes 9 TV and 9 Radio transmitters, as well as 9 TV and 10 Radio translators. Under her direction the network has won numerous local and national awards. In 2002, Andersen was honored with the National Advocacy Award from the Association of Public Television Stations for her efforts to bring rural broadband issues before the U.S. Senate. Andersen is a member of the Sioux Falls Downtown Rotary and serves on several committees of the Tea School Association. Any questions about the SDPB network as a whole, funding, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting or legislative issues should be directed to Julie.
Larry Rohrer, long known as the voice of SDPB from nearly 20 years on radio and announcements, was appointed to this new position in May, 2007. The position was created to help SDPB continue the move towards better coordination and utilization of new and existing media. And to accomplish key strategic planning goals to increase local content and create a multi-media environment. Prior to this, Larry served as Director of SDPB's Online services from 1998 to 2007 and Director of Radio from 1992 to 1998. Larry should be contacted with any general questions about SDPB
programming and strategic planning. Director of Television Bob Bosse 
Bob Bosse has been with SDPB since 1998 and became Director of Television in
2002. He oversees the acquisition and scheduling of national programming, as
well as the production of local programs. Questions about SDPB Television
programming or PBS should be directed to Bob.
 Joe
Tlustos, who has nearly three decades of radio experience in Minnesota and
South Dakota, is the Director of Radio for SDPB’s 9 stations state-wide.
Previous to joining SDPB, he was the Program Director for KSTP-AM Radio in
St. Paul, MN. He was named a top-five finalist for Talk Programmer of the
Year by Radio & Records magazine, a top national industry information
source, and was recognized as one of the top news and talk radio programmers
in the US. Joe is a South Dakota native, from the Forestburg area. His radio experience includes key positions in Rochester and Mankato, MN., and in Sioux Falls from 1984 to 1986 as Music Director, News Anchor, and Morning Show Host at KIOV-FM. He was graduated with honors from Mankato State University, and was honored for his volunteer and community non-profit leadership roles during his years in Rochester. Joe oversees all SDPB radio programming, including the news and music staff. If you have any questions or suggestions about SDBP Radio programming, or have story ideas about interesting people, places or activities around South Dakota, contact Joe at 1-800-456-0766. Director of Education & Outreach Sherri Rodgers  Sherri Rodgers has directed SDPB’s educational activities since 2002.
Education & Outreach coordinates TeacherLine, Ready to Learn, and a number
of other services all over the state. Prior to joining the SDPB team, Sherri
was a classroom teacher for 16 years and director of the South Dakota Human
Services Center Alternative School in Yankton. Questions about SDPB's
Education and Outreach efforts, lifelong learning programs and children's
television programs should be directed to Sherri. Director of Online Services: Kent Osborne
Director of Engineering: SeVern Ashes Director of Development: Theresa Spencer  Theresa Spencer has been with SDPB since 1995 and began overseeing the
Development Department in 2000. She is in charge of all donor services,
including corporate underwriting. Theresa should be contacted with any
questions regarding the Friends of SDPB, the Friends of SDPB Board of
Directors, fundraising or underwriting. Director of Marketing Fritz Miller  Fritz Miller has been with SDPB since August, 2005. He oversees the Marketing Department which produces promotional materials for SDPB, and supports the efforts of Development, Education & Outreach, Television, Radio and Online. For information about South Dakota Public Broadcasting and our programs, to arrange an interview with a member of the SDPB staff, or to request photos, contact Fritz Miller via email at fritz.miller@state.sd.us or by phone at 605.677.6455. |
