In this episode of the Move To Sioux Falls Podcast: We sit down with Jael Thorpe, a passionate entrepreneur and owner of Gameday Social in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Join us as we explore Jael's journey from photography to women's retail, and finally to her niche in sports fashion. Discover how Sioux Falls has shaped her vision and how she successfully integrates family life with her thriving business. Get ready for some local Sioux Falls news and insider tips from a true Sioux Falls Insider!

Key Points Discussed:

1. Introduction to Jael Thorpe:
   • Hit-fire questions revealing her favorite place to travel, restaurant in Sioux Falls, and sports team.
   • Introduction to Gameday Social - a unique sports fashion brand for women.
   • Jael's perspective on what makes Sioux Falls attractive: supportive business community and entrepreneurial spirit.
2. Jael's Entrepreneurial Journey in South Dakota:
   • Discovering her passion to do something creative in college at SDSU.
   • From starting a photography studio at 19, to 12 years in women’s retail, to the creation of Gameday social.
   • Insights into the collaborative nature of the business community in Sioux Falls.
3. Deep Dive into Gameday Social:
   • Taking a leap and meeting with Scheels about Jael’s business idea.
   • How Gameday Social became a pioneer in the local sports fashion industry.
   • Jael’s passion for women’s sports apparel and always finding creative ways to scale her company.

Additional Insights:

• Jael's approach to integrating family life with work, including traveling with her family.
• The perks of renting Airbnb’s instead of hotels when traveling for work + with family.
• How a professional sports team could be fun in Sioux Falls, but the excitement of finding new things to explore every week in Sioux Falls, SD!

Call to Action:

• Subscribe to the Move To Sioux Falls Podcast for more local Sioux Falls news and business insights.
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• Share this episode with anyone interested in business in Sioux Falls or considering a move to this dynamic city.

Contact Information:

• Website: www.MoveToSiouxFalls.com
• Email: albert@movetosiouxfalls.com
• Social Media: @movetosiouxfalls

Closing Remarks: Thank you for joining us for this inspiring conversation with Jael Thorpe. Her journey to creating Gameday Social offers valuable insights into the opportunities available in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Jael's story showcases how entrepreneurs can thrive in Sioux Falls while maintaining a healthy work-family integration. Stay tuned for more episodes as we continue to explore the vibrant business community and unique lifestyle of Sioux Falls.