Research Park at SDSU

Name: Research Park at SDSU
Address: 2301 Research Park Way, Suite 113, Brookings, SD, 57006, US
Telephone: +16056965600

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Where business and education meet to foster innovation and encourage economic growth.

09/14/2026

Why does a Research Park matter?

Because it helps talented graduates stay.
Because it helps entrepreneurs grow.
Because it attracts innovative companies.
Because it strengthens local businesses.
Because it creates opportunities for the next generation.

The Research Park is more than buildings and land—it's an engine for innovation, careers, and long-term economic growth in Brookings County.

Discover more about the Research Park at www.rpsdstate.com

The Research Park at South Dakota State University fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration by providing state-of-the-art facilities, business support, and research partnerships. Located in Brookings, SD, the park connects startups, established businesses, and SDSU faculty an...

09/10/2026

More than a decade of impact. 👏🏻

Since 2012, the Research Park at SDSU has helped generate:
1,348 jobs
Nearly $299 million in economic output
More than $82 million in labor income

Long-term investment in innovation continues to deliver measurable returns for Brookings County and South Dakota.

Discover more at www.rpsdstate.com

09/08/2026

Innovation helps fund our communities. 💰 Economic growth doesn't just create jobs—it helps support the places we live.

Research Park activity generated more than:
$275,543 in municipal taxes
$314,767 in county taxes
$626,304 in state taxes

Those dollars help support infrastructure, public services, education, and quality-of-life investments across our region.

Growth benefits everyone. Discover more at www.rpsdstate.com

09/02/2026

Innovation fuels our local economy.

Research Park companies generated:
$55.2 million in total economic output
$26.5 million added to the regional economy
$14 million in labor income

Every startup launched, every company expanded, and every employee hired creates momentum that reaches far beyond the walls of the Research Park.

Discover more at www.rpsdstate.com

08/31/2026

One new job creates ripple effects. ➡️ The 101 direct jobs created through the Research Park supported an additional 74.56 indirect and induced jobs, bringing the total economic impact to 175.56 jobs throughout Brookings County.

But the impact goes beyond job numbers. 61.3% of Research Park employment is in professional services, reflecting the high-skill, knowledge-driven work happening within the park.

When innovative companies grow, local restaurants, retailers, contractors, service providers, and countless others benefit, too.

Economic growth doesn’t happen in isolation. It strengthens an entire community.

Discover more at www.rpsdstate.com

08/27/2026

Innovation is creating careers right here in Brookings. 💡 The Research Park at SDSU helped create 101 new jobs over the last two years while supporting 387 total jobs across more than 60 businesses.

These aren't just numbers. They're careers in engineering, bioscience, agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and professional services that help talented people build their future right here in our region.

The future of South Dakota's workforce is being built in Brookings. Discover more about the Research Park at www.rpsdstate.com

02/17/2026

Join us this Thursday, February 19, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium, Club 71 on the SDSU campus for Learn to Launch! 🚀💡

Whether you’re a student, educator, or community innovator, this dynamic FREE event connects you with entrepreneurial leaders, hands-on activities, and inspiration to help you move ideas into action.

Save the date and be part of the next generation of innovators.
Learn more: https://www.rpsdstate.com/learn-to-launch

02/11/2026

We’re excited to welcome Justin Blase to Learn to Launch. 💡⭐

Justin is a solo entrepreneur who builds and operates multiple online businesses using lean systems and smart automation. He’s passionate about starting small, testing ideas quickly, and creating sustainable companies, without the need for a big team or complicated overhead.

Join Justin at Learn to Launch on February 19 to hear practical lessons from his journey as a one-person founder and how you can apply them to your own ideas.

REGISTER TODAY: www.rpsdstate.com/learn-to-launch

02/06/2026

We’re excited to welcome Maddie Peschong to Learn to Launch. 🎉 📸

Maddie is a branding photographer and coach focused on helping creatives and entrepreneurs build authentic, confident personal brands. As the founder of White Space Studio and host of the Take It Personally podcast, she brings practical insight on standing out in today’s marketplace.

Join Maddie at Learn to Launch on February 19.

REGISTER TODAY: www.rpsdstate.com/learn-to-launch

02/03/2026

We’re just 16 days away from Learn to Launch🚨

Join students, educators, and community and economic development leaders on February 19 for an engaging, hands-on experience focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. Through interactive sessions and insights from experienced entrepreneurs, participants will gain practical tools to help turn ideas into action.

Registration is still open, secure your spot today.

Address

2301 Research Park Way, Suite 113
Brookings, SD
57006

Telephone

+16056965600

Website

http://www.rpsdstate.com/

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