The application window is now open for the 2024 Elevate Business Awards. Businesses have until April 26 to apply.
Elevate Rapid City was formed in 2019 as a merger of the Rapid City Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Partnership, and Economic Development Foundation (Ascent Innovation).
As the premier western South Dakota economic development organization, Elevate is committed to promoting business and personal advancement through a targeted spotlight on jobs, infrastructure, and overall quality of life in and around the Black Hills region and the Rapid City metro area.
Together, we strive to embrace the heart and soul of our community through diversified growth and strong professional opportunities advocating the strengths of the Black Hills.
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In the modern workforce, businesses continually seek innovative ways to attract and retain top-tier talent. Recognizing this need, Elevate Rapid City highlights three workforce grants designed to support businesses in the region while simultaneously fostering growth opportunities for skilled individuals.
Childcare isn't just a personal concern; it's a critical issue for employers that reverberates throughout the workforce. Elevate Rapid City hosted a thought-provoking Critical Issues Luncheon focused on dissecting the impact of childcare challenges on employees and the broader community while also exploring strategies for employer support.
When Elevate Rapid City was formed in 2018, we promised to deliver results to the Rapid City Region. This is the impact and growth our community has seen after the initial five years.
January 2018: 68,473 / December 2022: 75,778
2021: $8.6B / 2022: $9.47B
January 2018: $730 / December 2022: $858
2021: $393.5M / 2022: $364.6M