Siouxland Magazine - Volume 2 Issue 5

Siouxland Magazine | 10 Under 40 / 16
Rachel Thompson
Marketing Director, Goosmann Law Firm
What are you working on now?
I remain involved in River-Cade by working on the Royalty
Committee to help raise funds for their scholarship
program and plan events associated with the Royalty
contest.
As a former River-Cade Queen, I am passionate about
helping young women in the Siouxland community and
giving back by providing mentoring opportunities that
were given to me throughout my college and River-Cade
experience. The Royalty contest and scholarship provides
mentorship and personal growth opportunities that
help enhance skills in public speaking, networking, and
professionalism while showing young women the value of
giving back to their community. This is all made possible
by the wonderful River-Cade volunteers and donors who
help keep this festival and contest in Siouxland for over
50 years.
Along with River-Cade, I have continued to stay connected
to Morningside College as an alumni volunteer. Every
year, I speak to classes or during events held on campus
to share my passion and experiences in business and
marketing. Life after college can be intimidating; I want
to make it less daunting for young professionals and
encourage them to make it an exciting time in their lives.
What is your vision for the future?
My vision for the future of Siouxland is the growth of young
professionals in the community. Young professionals are
paying attention to what a company stands for and their
“why.” It is important that organizations prioritize creating
a diverse workforce that allows team members to grow
within their careers. Young professionals will range from
new college graduates to parents of growing children –
these are two different groups of people; however, both
want jobs with room for growth and a work environment
that appreciates its employees.
What would you like to see happen in Siouxland?
I am proud to be a Siouxlander and to have grown up here,
lived here, and work here. I know Sioux City has a bright
future and there are many people working extremely hard
to make big things happen for the city that will allow future
growth in jobs and tourism. I would love to continue
seeing our community improve through projects like
beautifying the riverfront, new housing developments,
and restoration of historic downtown buildings.
What are you doing to make that happen?
I lead Goosmann Law Firm’s culture committee. Through
this committee, we find ways to continue creating a fun
and engaging work culture for employees that’s worth
it and sharing ideas and plans on how we can help our
communities through volunteer opportunities and giving
back.
How can people help you make that happen?
I encourage people to find something you love in
Siouxland that you’re passionate about and help that
cause. We need those in our community who care to
speak up and help take action to improve Siouxland. Vote,
volunteer, donate, participate, mentor, educate, and love
your neighbor. It doesn’t matter how big or small. If every
person did something positive for Siouxland, together
we can make a huge impact for the people that live here,
work here, and visit.
Volunteer Organizations
River-Cade Royalty
Morningside College Alum
“I’ve learned that people will forget
what you said, people will forget what
you did, but people will never forget
how you made them feel.”
– Maya Angelou