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SD CEO East Women's Business Center The SD CEO East Women's Business Center mission is to empower women and propel economic development across the state of South Dakota.
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🤖 Curious about how AI can actually help your small business?Verizon Small Business Digital Ready offers a FREE course, ...
06/17/2026

🤖 Curious about how AI can actually help your small business?

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready offers a FREE course, Getting Started with AI: Three Applications to Power Up Your Business, designed to help entrepreneurs explore practical ways to save time, increase efficiency, and support growth.

In just 37 minutes, you'll discover how AI can help with everyday business tasks and learn strategies you can start using right away.

✨ Even better? Completing eligible Verizon Digital Ready courses can help unlock the opportunity to apply for Verizon's $10,000 small business grants.

Getting started is easy:
1️⃣ Sign up at bhsu.edu/sdceo/DigitalReady
2️⃣ Explore free courses like this one
3️⃣ Complete two eligible activities to unlock the grant application

🚀 Invest a little time in your business and see where it can take you.

🔗 Get started today:
https://www.bhsu.edu/sdceo/DigitalReady

🚨 Registration is closing soon!There's still time to join us for Building Momentum: Women In Business on June 25 at Ceda...
06/17/2026

🚨 Registration is closing soon!

There's still time to join us for Building Momentum: Women In Business on June 25 at Cedar Shore Resort in Chamberlain-Oacoma.

⏰ Advance registration closes June 18 at 12:00 p.m. CT.

🎟️ Purchase your ticket today:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019262

💜 Four women. Four industries. Countless insights.Don't miss the Empowerment Panel at the 5th Annual Women's Visionary ...
06/17/2026

💜 Four women. Four industries. Countless insights.

Don't miss the Empowerment Panel at the 5th Annual Women's Visionary Summit: Profit with Purpose featuring:

🌸 Taylor Cowles, Flower & Meadow Co
🏡 Nancy Reynoza, Casa Reynoza Real Estate Firm
🔥 Jackie Sorensen, Thorson Heating, Inc.
💼 Harriet Yocum, Madison Trust Company

Join us for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, growth, and building businesses with purpose.

📅 August 6, 2026
📍 Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

🎟️ Purchase your ticket:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019228

✨ Please help us welcome Lynn Gillette Speaker and Empowerment Coach as the emcee for the 5th Annual Women's Visionary ...
06/16/2026

✨ Please help us welcome Lynn Gillette Speaker and Empowerment Coach as the emcee for the 5th Annual Women's Visionary Summit: Profit with Purpose!

Lynn Gillette is a keynote speaker, well-being facilitator, and master-certified life coach who believes the most successful events aren't just attended, they're experienced. As emcee, her promise is to create an atmosphere where people feel welcomed, connected, energized, and inspired from the opening moment to the final applause. Drawing from nearly 30 years in leadership, education, and personal development, Lynn brings a unique blend of professionalism, authenticity, humor, and audience engagement. Whether introducing speakers, facilitating transitions, or inviting support for a meaningful cause, she helps audiences connect more deeply to the people, purpose, and possibilities at the heart of the event.

We can't wait for Lynn to guide us through this incredible day of learning, inspiration, and connection.

📅 August 6, 2026
📍 Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

🎟️ Purchase your ticket today:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019228

🚀 Meet Nichelle Lund, our Interactive Workshop Speaker for the 5th Annual Women's Visionary Summit: Profit with Purpose...
06/16/2026

🚀 Meet Nichelle Lund, our Interactive Workshop Speaker for the 5th Annual Women's Visionary Summit: Profit with Purpose!

Nichelle Lund is the Founder of Classic Customer Service, a business development and relationship strategy firm focused on helping organizations grow through intentional outreach, community engagement, and customer experience. With a background spanning hospitality, business development, strategic partnerships, and nonprofit leadership, Nichelle is passionate about creating meaningful connections that drive long-term success. She serves in leadership and volunteer roles with several community organizations and is known for her relationship-first approach to growth. Through hands-on work, speaking, training, and consulting, she helps individuals and organizations build trust, strengthen communication, and create lasting impact.

Get ready to walk away with practical strategies and fresh ideas you can put into action right away.

📅 August 6, 2026
📍 Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

🎟️ Purchase your ticket today:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019228

📣 We're excited to announce our 5th Annual Women's Visionary Summit: Profit with Purpose Keynote Speaker, Sara Jamison!...
06/16/2026

📣 We're excited to announce our 5th Annual Women's Visionary Summit: Profit with Purpose Keynote Speaker, Sara Jamison!

Sara Jamison is the founder and owner of Terra Shepherd Boutique & Apothecary, a boutique built on the belief that profit and purpose aren’t competing goals—they’re actually strongest when they work together. With a bachelor's degree in journalism and 14 years of retail experience, Sara has built a thriving business by pairing thoughtful product curation with compelling storytelling to inspire customers to connect with their purchases on a deeper level. In more than seven years of entrepreneurship, Sara has demonstrated how authenticity, innovation, and intentionality can transform a mission into a business that reflects her values and generates sustainable growth.

📅 August 6, 2026
📍 Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

🎟️ Purchase your ticket today:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019228

⏰ Don't miss your chance to join us at Building Momentum: Women In Business!Advance registration closes on June 18 at 12...
06/15/2026

⏰ Don't miss your chance to join us at Building Momentum: Women In Business!

Advance registration closes on June 18 at 12:00 p.m. CT, and we'd love to see you in Chamberlain-Oacoma for a day of inspiration, connection, and practical insights.

Join women from across central South Dakota for:
💜 Inspiring speakers
🤝 Meaningful networking
🏭 The Faces of Manufacturing panel discussion
🛍️ A business showcase featuring local businesses
🎁 Door prizes and community connections

📅 June 25, 2026
📍 Cedar Shore Resort, Chamberlain-Oacoma

Whether you're a business owner, professional, entrepreneur, or someone looking to build new connections, this event is designed to help you build momentum in your career, business, and life.

🎟️ Purchase your ticket before the June 18 deadline: https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019243

🏭✨ What does leadership in manufacturing really look like?Join us at **Building Momentum: Women In Business** for our **...
06/13/2026

🏭✨ What does leadership in manufacturing really look like?

Join us at **Building Momentum: Women In Business** for our **Faces of Manufacturing** panel discussion, where women leaders will share honest conversations about creativity, challenges, innovation, and opportunity within the industry.

We're excited to hear from:

💜 **Kallie Ruland** of Elevate Rapid City & SD Trade, serving as moderator

💜 **Nikki Ashley** of Bad River Jerkey

💜 **Nikkiah Hamilton** of 382 Farmhouse Co.

💜 **Teresa Sternhagen** of Etria Products USA Inc.

Whether you're in manufacturing, considering a new career path, or simply looking to learn from women making an impact in their communities, you won't want to miss this conversation.

📅 June 25, 2026
📍 Cedar Shore Resort, Chamberlain-Oacoma
⏰ 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CT

🎟 Advance registration closes June 18 at 12:00 p.m. CT.

Reserve your seat today:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019243

💰 The earlier you apply, the more chances you have to win! 💰Verizon is awarding **ten $10,000 small business grants ever...
06/12/2026

💰 The earlier you apply, the more chances you have to win! 💰

Verizon is awarding **ten $10,000 small business grants every month through December 2026**. Once you submit your application, you'll remain in the pool for all remaining funding rounds, giving you even more opportunities to be selected.

Getting started is simple:

1️⃣ Register at **bhsu.edu/sdceo/DigitalReady**
2️⃣ Complete any **two courses, coaching sessions, or events**
3️⃣ Unlock and submit your grant application

✨ Along the way, you'll gain access to FREE business courses, expert coaching, practical templates, and resources designed to help your business grow.

Don't wait until the last minute. Start today and maximize your chances of securing funding for your business!

🔗 Learn more and get started:
https://www.bhsu.edu/sdceo/DigitalReady

Manage Your Finances | Maneja Tus Finanzas brings together English and Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs for an evening of ...
06/11/2026

Manage Your Finances | Maneja Tus Finanzas brings together English and Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs for an evening of practical financial education and networking.

🌎 Sessions will be offered simultaneously in English and Spanish, creating a welcoming space where business owners can build confidence and strengthen their businesses.

📅 July 14
📍 Startup Sioux Falls
💲 Free to attend

✅ Register today:
https://sdceo.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019268

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Sioux Falls, SD
57104

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