South Dakota Hall of Fame Legacy Podcast

Legacy Interview: Craig Tieszen

South Dakota Hall of Fame Season 1 Episode 42

2021 Inductee Craig Tieszen led a dedicated career as a Police Chief and legislator with honesty, kindness, and integrity. As a leader, he was analytical, practical, and respectful. In this episode of the Legacy Podcast, retired CEO of the South Dakota Hall of Fame Greta Chapman joined the Tieszen family to talk about Craig’s legacy.

In this episode you will hear:

  • Craig’s legacy as a husband, father, and community leader,
  • his impact on the youth through his work,
  • and the way his legacy is continuing to inspire people today.


“In his life adventures, what he wanted most to do, was to help people.” – Deb Tieszen, wife of Craig Tieszen

This lifelong learner was always chasing that big adventure. Craig believed that everyone could learn to be tolerant and care for each other. He never stopped learning and worked hard to make life better in our state and in our world.

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