Resources

SD CEO West

 Free and Confidential Business Advising

The South Dakota Center for Enterprise Opportunity (SD CEO) provides business counseling assistance to entrepreneurs, small business owners, managers, and individuals who are considering starting a business. Our counseling services are tailored to the specific need of the individual or business and cover specific areas including start-up assistance, business plan development, management, marketing, financing, cash flow management and other guidance needed to help South Dakota entrepreneurs achieve success.

SD CEO counseling services are available at no charge and are completely confidential.

Request an Appointment with SD CEO Business Advisors.

Can't find a time that works for you? We are available nights and weekends too!

Office Hours

Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm

Advising appointments are available in-person, online or on the phone during normal office hours. Evenings and weekend appointments are also available. All advising services are free and confidential. Any questions, please contact Julie Hinker at Julie.Hinker@bhsu.edu.


Online Training

The SD CEO, Women's Business Center, extends the resources of Black Hills State University by providing excellent non-credit opportunities for life-long learning for community and professional development, economic growth and personal enrichment. The online training is designed to empower our business professionals and provide them with an opportunity to sharpen their skills, or learn new ones with over 200 instructor-led courses.

Small Business Training Network

 

Ed2Go Online Courses

We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Ready to explore our catalog? 

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Online Career Training Courses

Black Hills State University, in partnership with Ed2go, offers online open enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations.

Our programs are designed by a team of professionals from each respective field, providing you with effective web-based learning programs. Instructors/mentors are actively involved in your online learning experience, responding to any questions or concerns, as well as encouraging and motivating you to succeed.

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Other Resources

At SD CEO West, we strive to provide invaluable knowledge and assistance for every aspiring
and existing entrepreneur and intrapreneur.

The Small Business Administration (SBA)

Phenomenal resources for small business (you will see individual pages linked on other parts of this website.)

SBA South Dakota Office

BHSU College of Business

Black Hills State University transforms lives through innovative high-quality academic programs and a dynamic learning community. BHSU's College of Business offers degrees in Business Administration and Business Education, an MBA (Masters of Science in Business Administration), online classes and a variety of non-credit learning options.

Ascent: Elevate Your Business (SBA)

A free learning platform for women entrepreneurs.

Manufacturing & Technology Solutions (MTS)

South Dakota Manufacturing & Technology Solutions (MTS) provides products, services, and assistance dedicated to the productivity, growth, and global competitiveness of South Dakota’s manufacturers.

APEX Accelerators

The government marketplace poses unique challenges. APEX counselors can help you determine if your company is ready for government opportunities and how to best position yourself to succeed.

SD CEO Learning Library (Live and On-Demand)

The Partnership has an extremely active, focused program in place working to attract quality, primary jobs to the Rapid City area. Primary jobs are described as those jobs that bring new wealth into the community.

South Dakota Small Business Development Center

The SBDC accomplishes this mission by providing professional management and technical assistance to South Dakota's present and future small businesses.

South Dakota Rural Enterprise Institute

To stimulate financial and human investment in South Dakota communities that are invested in themselves.

Governor's Office of Economic Development

This is an excellent site informing you about business opportunities and programs in South Dakota.

South Dakota SBIR

The SBA Office of Technology administers the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program. Through these two competitive programs, SBA ensures that the nation's small, high-tech, innovative businesses are a significant part of the federal government's research and development efforts.  

Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC of the Dakotas)

VBOC of the Dakotas proudly serves service members, veterans and military spouses in the states of North and South Dakota looking to start, purchase, or grow a business.