Programs

SDCEO West

 Free and Confidential Business Advising

Supporting you on your business journey is why we are here. Whatever you need to take those next steps – advising, networking, or training – we have what you need to move forward with confidence.

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Verizon Small Business Digital Readiness

In partnership with the AWBC and Verizon, our community has the opportunity to benefit from FREE business education courses on the Verizon Small Business Digital Readiness Platform. Courses are led by subject matter experts on a wide variety of topics and are available as live events or recorded courses you can take on your own time.

When clients register using the dedicated SD CEO referral link and complete at least two courses, they are eligible to apply for the VSBDR grant. Applications open twice a year and Verizon awards 100 $10,000 grants a year to deserving local small businesses – that’s $1,000,000 a year!

Additionaly, if 250 SD CEO clients register and take at least one course*, SD CEO will be awarded a $20,000 grant to support our FREE business coaching and low cost education programs.
*You MUST complete the survey at the end of the course for it to be counted.

Register today and gain access to a national network of mentors, coaches, and resources that work in partnership with SD CEO!

VSBDR Registration

Signature Conferences

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Occurred March 27, 2025

 

Networking and Professional Development

Women In Networking (WIN) Luncheon

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Business Training
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Women In Leadership Summer Series

The 12th Annual Women in Leadership cohort is a 4-day professional development intensive in the Black Hills. Elevate your career trajectory with strategic leadership and management training designed for women focused on advancing in leadership positions and enhancing in their personal satisfaction in their workplace.

Women In Leadership Summer Series
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On-Demand Training & Live Workshops

Looking to grow your skills on your own schedule? Our on-demand training videos are here to help! Whether you're brushing up on business basics or diving into advanced topics, you'll find practical, expert-led content you can watch anytime, anywhere. Start learning today!

On-Demand Training & Live Workshops
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Ed2Go Online Courses

Ed2Go offers a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of the 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?

Ed2Go Online Courses
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SBA Online Learning

Access free, expert-led courses from the Small Business Administration. Whether you're starting or growing a business, these interactive lessons cover the essentials at your pace, anytime, anywhere.

SBA Online Learning
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Ascent Entrepreneurship Training for Women

Built for women ready to scale their businesses, Ascent offers interactive tools, expert insights, and real-world strategies. Choose the topics that matter most and learn on your terms.

Ascent Entrepreneurship Training for Women


Co-Sponsored Training Events
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Boots to Business

The two-day “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course introduces participants to key elements of small business ownership to assist in determining if entrepreneurship is a feasible and practical transition strategy.

Boots to Business
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Boots to Business: Re-boot

This one or two-day in-person course is offered off installation and provides participants with an overview of business fundamentals, while introducing techniques for evaluating the feasibility of business concepts.

Boots to Business: Re-boot