Korry Petterson
Chairman
Korry has been active in Republican politics since high school, starting with Senator John Thune’s first congressional campaign. He served as an At-Large Member of the Minnehaha County Republican Board before being elected Chairman in 2025. A dedicated conservative, Korry is also a successful entrepreneur with businesses in eye care, software, and real estate. He and his wife Kim have two children—an engineer in NYC and a junior high student at O’Gorman, where Korry also coaches football. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and traveling with his family.
Cory Johnsen
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John Small
—aT LARGE BOARD MEMBER—
John and his wife Heidi are the owners of Sunny 93.3 in Sioux Falls. They also host the morning show on the station. The John And Heidi Show is syndicated to over 300 additional radio stations from San Diego to New York and from Dallas to Canada. In addition to broadcasting and podcasting, John is also a stand up comedian, specializing in clean comedy shows for corporate events and fundraisers. The Smalls have two adult children who both live in the area. They also have two tiny dogs who think they run the neighborhood.
Tom Pischke
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Marsha Symens
Marsha, a dedicated community leader, has served on numerous boards and held various offices over the years. Marsha and her husband Kevin have been married for many wonderful years and are the proud parents of three children. Her passion for service and conservative values continues to guide her work in strengthening our local Republican presence.