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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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The latest business news and Rapid City stories.
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Friday, March 15, 2024

14 Bucket-List Items to Welcome Spring in Rapid City

Spring is the perfect time to start checking some lingering items off your bucket list to get the most out of the 2024 Spring Season. 

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

St. Patrick's Day Festivities - Rapid City Edition

St. Patrick's Day is around the corner, and Rapid City, South Dakota, is gearing up for a fun time!

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Investor Spotlight: Krusty Bin Cleaners

Rapid City and surrounding areas boast a premier bin-cleaning company dedicated to enhancing hygiene and environmental consciousness called Krusty Bin Cleaners.

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What We've Accomplished

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.

7,305
GOAL: CREATE 4,000 JOBS

January 2018: 68,473 / December 2022: 75,778

$820M
INCREASE ANNUAL CONSUMER SPENDING BY $125 MILLION

2021: $8.6B / 2022: $9.47B

17.5%
INCREASE INCOMES BY 15%

January 2018: $730 / December 2022: $858

$362 M
REACH $300M IN ANNUAL CAPITAL INVESTMENT

2021: $393.5M / 2022: $364.6M

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