South Dakota District Office  

SBA Upcoming Events

Tuesday, August 30, 2022                                   9:00 AM – 12:30 PM  CDT

Owning a Veteran-Owned Small Business Veterans have the character, discipline and skills needed to succeed as small business owners and entrepreneurs. Wondering what it takes and how you can prepare? Enroll in Boots to Business Reboot.

Boots to Business Reboot is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Veterans of all eras, Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), and spouses are eligible to participate.

During Reboot, participants are introduced to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch a business, including steps for developing business concepts, how to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources available to help. The program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors.
Participants that complete an in-person or online B2B Reboot course can elect to further their study through one of many B2B online courses, offered at no cost to Service members, Veterans and military spouses. If you’ve already attended an in-person or online B2B Reboot course, visit https://sbavets.force.com/to sign up for one of the online B2B follow-on courses.

This will be offered via ZOOM. Login information will be provided after registration prior to the class.  For more information, contact Julie Hinker, julie.hinker@und.edu. 402-681-2542.

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Doing Business with the States of MN, ND, SD

Tuesday, September 13, 2022                                  9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CDT

This workshop will provide an overview and details about contracting with the states of Minnesota, North and South Dakota. Topics to be covered include an overview of each state’s purchasing practices, where the dollars come from, how the dollars can be spent, how to get registered as a vendor, where to find business opportunities, and what the state expects of its contractors.

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Resource Partner News & Upcoming Events

Tuesday, August 30, 2022                                             9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (MDT)

SD CEO West is so excited to be back in person for their annual conference. AND, they are welcoming back 2017 keynote speakers: Leading Edge Founders, Carol Grannis and Cindy Maher to the SD CEO West stage!

Carol and Cindy will hit on tough topics like beating burnout and addressing the challenges of multiple generations in the workplace with a their signature blend of live improvisational comedy mixed with real actionable takeaways. 

Part of the full-day experience will include our popular business showcase, celebrating the graduation of our Women in Leadership classes of 2020, 2021, and 2022, the SD CEO awards presentation of our 2022 Celebrating Women in Business Awards; Enterprising Women Intrapreneur, Enterprising Women Entrepreneur, Enterprising Young Entrepreneur, and Friend of a Small Business and MORE!

They sure have missed everyone and look forward to a powerful day with great speakers, celebrating women making a difference in our communities, supporting women-owned small businesses all while connecting (and reconnecting!) with each other. 

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Join SD CEO West for their Women In Networking (WIN) Luncheon on September 13th, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at Miller Creek Pub in Spearfish.  Yes, you saw that right! WIN is 90 minutes and starts at a new time.  Connect with the inspirational women in your community to motivate you on your business, career, or personal journey.

Registration and payment by Friday, Sept. 9th, at midnight is required. Seating is limited. We will not be accepting walk-ins. 

WIN connects women, familiarizes participants with other businesses and/or upcoming events, and supports the SD CEO Women’s Business Center. 

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Join SD CEO West for their September Women In Networking (WIN) Rapid City Luncheon on Tuesday, September 20th, 2022, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at The Rushmore Hotel & Suites in Rapid City. That’s right! Please, note that this luncheon is 90 minutes long. The luncheon will be starting at 11:30 AM, and registration opens at 11:00 AM. 

Connect with the inspirational women in your community to motivate you on your business, career, or personal journey. Wherever you are in your journey, the women of WIN are here to help you succeed. Together, we can accomplish incredible feats!

Registration and payment by Friday, September 16th, at midnight is required. Seating is limited. Sorry, no walk-ins!

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Have you thought of the government market sector? 

Are you considering government as a business opportunity?  

Join the South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota PTAC teams, on September 21 at 9 am CDT, as they outline what a business needs to have in place before contracting, explore why you may consider the government market sector and what it takes to be successful in this market. 

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