Dan Kippley
Dan Kippley is a Sioux Falls business consultant and community leader with more than 40 years of experience in economic development. He has worked with the South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development, led business development at Knife River, and served on the Downtown Rotary and Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. A graduate of South Dakota State University in economics and speech communications, he has lived in Sioux Falls since 2005.
Why they’re
Sensible
Kippley is a Republican challenger taking on incumbent Senator Sue Peterson in the District 13 primary. His campaign centers on workforce readiness, smart local economic growth, and fiscal discipline. With four decades in economic development and deep Chamber of Commerce ties, he brings a pragmatic, business-focused lens to state policy. He has no legislative voting record but has earned credibility through decades of civic and economic service in Sioux Falls.
Key positions
“I'm running because I believe Sioux Falls deserves leadership that brings people together and focuses on practical solutions, not division.”
Also running for
SD State Senate · District 13
Every other candidate filed for this seat, listed for transparency. Our Sensible slate reflects the full field — not just a single pick.