Argus Leader political columnist, David Kranz, was nice enough to give a 'shout-out' to the new venture in his Friday column:

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Weber & politics

Deep Bench Strategies is the newest political consulting firm in Sioux Falls.

Hugh Weber, formerly of Milbank, Watertown and Clark, has established a strategic planning and innovation firm for corporate clients, nonprofit and nonpartisan groups and political campaigns.

During his time in Sioux Falls, Weber has managed the Dave Munson for Mayor re-election campaign and did strategic planning, grassroots organization and research for Gov. Mike Rounds' 2006 re-election campaign.

"My background has been in building teams and providing solid strategy for communities, issues and candidates. With some strategy and training, any organization has the capacity to become an innovator," Weber said.

Although his background has been political, Weber also plans to make an impact through communities, churches and charities who would like to expand their outreach efforts and strategic planning.

Reach Weber through his Web site at www.deepbench strategies.com.