James Sanders

Hi there! I’m Jon Sanders, one of the co-founders of 605 Blinds. I have been in service-based industries pretty much my entire adult life that has taken me on an exciting and interesting career path.

I have worked as a full-time professional firefighter/EMT for two different large cities as well as served on two volunteer fire departments in smaller, rural communities. My time spent in the role of a first responder gave me a strong foundation and passion for work that is primarily focused on serving others.

In 2004 my life took an interesting turn as I sensed a strong calling to serve people through pastoral ministry. I had the privilege of serving as a full-time pastor and church planter for nearly 17 years. I continue to work on staff at New Life Church in Sioux Falls and love the ways I get to serve people through that endeavor.

Over the years I also discovered a strong entrepreneurial gifting inside of me and have started several different businesses. I currently own and operate Dakota Small Jobs, a premier handyman business that serves the Sioux Falls community.

My son Justin and I are excited to be working together to start 605 Blinds as yet another way for us to create value in our community and serve others.

In addition to all of my career work, some of the most important roles I get to fill are that of I’m a husband, dad, and now grandpa to two amazing grandsons (they call me “Papa Jon”!). When I’m not working or spending time with my family, some of the other ways I have include hunting, fishing, hiking, racquetball, and cheering for the Minnesota Vikings!