Jerad & Peggy Higman, Owners
Jerad played football at the University of Nebraska and graduated in 1995 with a degree in mechanical engineering. He joined the family business, Masaba, and has been instrumental in developing it into an international contender in the aggregate and mining equipment industry.
A big believer in civic responsibility and giving back, Jerad is extremely active in the Vermillion community and Economic Development Initiatives. He is also a member of the University of South Dakota Foundation. Peggy is actively involved in the vision of the restaurant and is a certified yoga instructor. Together they are busy raising their three children, Ava, Morgan and Ronan.
Emily Te Brink, Front of House Manager
Emily recently graduated from Central College with a degree in exercise science. Emily has spent the last seven years in the business of customer service, and she continues to do so at RED. As Front of House Manager, she oversees the serving staff, coordinates events, and makes certain that customers have a memorable dining experience.