Erich Piepho

Adaptable and service-driven professional with a diverse background in education, healthcare, customer service, political organizing, and creative arts. Proven ability to support and lead in dynamic environments, including classrooms, residential care, coffee shops, and campaign fieldwork. Skilled in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving with a strong passion for helping others and fostering community engagement. Experienced in working with students of all ages, individuals with behavioral and physical needs, and the general public. Holds a Certified Substitute Teaching credential for the city of Sioux Falls and brings a strong work ethic, leadership experience, and dedication to excellence in every role. Actively seeking opportunities in Sioux Falls to continue contributing positively to both organizational goals and community well-being.

• Served as Grassroots Coordinator for Americans for Prosperity—participated in large-scale canvassing efforts, engaged voters in policy discussions, and gathered actionable feedback to support campaign strategy.
• Interned with the Minnesota Senate GOP Caucus, working directly under Senator Torrey Westrom—attended legislative sessions, facilitated communication with lobbyists, and executed tasks essential to day-to-day legislative operations.
• Handled legislative materials, including running bills to the Sergeant-at-Arms and Clerk’s office, showing a clear understanding of the legislative process and procedural discipline.
• Built strong community relations skills by canvassing diverse communities, listening to constituent concerns, and representing organizational policy positions effectively and respectfully.
• Demonstrated exceptional communication and public interaction skills through field outreach, educational roles, and customer-facing work—ideal for constituent services or public affairs roles.
• Provided leadership and mentorship as a coach and tutor, showcasing ability to motivate and organize groups—valuable in political organizing and community leadership settings.
• Proven track record of impact, including helping a student achieve a two-letter-grade improvement and being recognized company-wide as Employee of the Year for going beyond expectations.
• Experienced public speaker and performer, having acted in a college production—bringing stage presence, comfort with public speaking, and creative engagement to public-facing political roles.
• Familiar with structured environments and emergency response, from Residential Assistant roles to education and healthcare positions—ready for fast-paced government settings with sensitive populations.
• Supported campaign-style communication through photography and visual content production—skills transferrable to political media, communications, and documentation roles.

• Driver's License, 11/01/23 to 11/30/27
• Certified Substitute Teacher for the City of Sioux Falls