Our Mission
DMA Mission Statement
DMA’s mission is to produce, empower, promote, and distribute local programming; provide equipment and technology services; and create collaborations that strengthen the community.
DMA Vision Statement
DMA strives to be a hub for local content that informs, inspires, and educates.
DMA Core Values
- Foster free-speech, public dialogue, and government transparency.
- Utilize new technologies and communications platforms.
- Promote community engagement and entertainment.
Dakota Media Access (DMA) is a North Dakota non-profit, 501(C)(3) corporation with a volunteer board of directors drawn from the community.
Board of Directors
Jack McDonald (President) – Attorney
Rick Collin (Vice President) – Historian and Teacher
Jason Arenz (Treasurer) – BNC Bank President, Mandan
Robin Thorstenson (Secretary) – Talent Acquisition Manager, ND Department of Human Services
Dave Diebel – Owner, D&N Cinematics LLC
Steve Koontz – Director of Community Relations, Bismarck Public Schools
Greg Wheeler – Audio Visual Supervisor, Basin Electric
Rebecca Theim – Attorney
Renée Murrish – Owner, Signature Events, LLC; Founder/President, Mandan Cares; Manager, ND Aviation Association
Craig Sjoberg – Liaison, Mandan City Commission
Michael Connelly – Liaison, Bismarck City Commission
Kalen Ost – Advisory, Communications Strategist, City of Bismarck
Kari Schmidt – Advisory, Communications Specialist, City of Mandan
Staff
Mary Van Sickle – Executive Director
Holly Schindler – Master Control/Program Coordinator
Phil Miller – Technology Director
Quinn Uhlman – Video Production Coordinator
Justin Cancilliere – Radio Operations Manager
Matt Scott – Production Specialist
Jaxon Tomanek – Production Specialist
Tammy Ross – Operations Coordinator