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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.
In Rapid City, South Dakota, women from diverse backgrounds help shape the landscape of the local workforce with their passion, talent, and determination.
On February 29th, 2024, a cultural and spiritual Native American two-spirit and environmental nonprofit organization called Uniting Resilience celebrated its grand-opening at 705 East Watertown St.
In February 2024, Elevate Rapid City welcomed a cohort of innovative businesses into its vibrant community, each bringing a unique blend of services and expertise to the Black Hills region.
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