Event Calendar
South Dakota Basic Economic Development Course 2026
This course will provide professionals with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to build a career in the economic development field. BEDCs are also part of the required coursework to apply for IEDC's Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) Exam
For More Information Contact:
Ashley Armstrong
Carmen Ayala
Black Hills State University, Rapid City
4300 Cheyenne BlvdBox Elder, SD 57719
US
Small Business Basics
REGISTER by MONDAY, August 31, 2026.
Payment due at registration. No refunds.
A minimum of 15 people must be registered to offer this class. Class size is limited to 25 participants. A light meal served at each session included in registration fee.
To Register
Scan QR code in the image at right or click this link.
For more information: email us here or call 605-279-2658
Business Plan Contest
$250 PRIZE for best business plan! Sponsored by West River Electric Association.
Join us for this six-session workshop series and learn more about topics such as:
- Entrepreneurship & Planning for Success
- Your Business Plan
- Business Resources
- Business / Legal Structure
- Human Resources
- Insurance
- Marketing / Social Media Marketing
- Pricing Products and Services
- Sales/Use/Excise Taxes
- Financing Options
- And more…
This is your opportunity to complete or update your business plan and develop valuable contacts with organizations that can help you in business!
Session topics may vary based on speaker availability
GoldenWest
Brewing Business Success
Join Golden West for a free Lunch & Learn focused on smarter communications, streamlined operations, and technology solutions that help local businesses work more efficiently. Connect with experts, gain practical insights, and discover ways to support your business today and into the future.
Join us for lunch, gain valuable insights, and enter for a giveaway!
City Council Room
Badlands National Park Conservancy
Join National Park Conservancy for information on Parks Dark Sky designation.
City Council Room