Governor’s Office of Economic Development

First-of-its-kind sustainable aviation fuel facility in the world positions South Dakota to build on biofuels success

This $1 billion-plus aviation fuel plant coming to South Dakota might be just the start of the company’s investment.

3 years ago

As Startup Sioux Falls prepares to move downtown, other building tenants find new homes

As Startup Sioux Falls plans to move into a new downtown headquarters, other organizations and businesses that located in its former building also have had to find new places to operate.

4 years ago

On the move: New residents keep relocating; businesses continue to pursue S.D. expansion

They’re moving from out of state, coming to support Amazon – and far from alone. Growth in 2021 seemingly shows no sign of slowing.

5 years ago

Resilient, record-breaking year sets up Sioux Falls for more growth in 2021

“We’ve had probably the best year we’ve had in a long time.” Will next year bring more of the same? From leaders in development to retail and finance, we asked.

5 years ago

Ready to relocate: South Dakota experiences surge of interest from businesses

“They don’t care about my business.” Words like that are flowing into South Dakota, as businesses are showing big interest in potentially relocating.

6 years ago

State releases new version of real wage calculator

Want to see how far your pay stretches compared to the same wage in other states?

7 years ago

New commissioner Westra details priorities for economic development

“We have been evaluating everything.” Three months into the job, the state’s new head of economic development talks priorities.

7 years ago

Noem taps Hegg executive for GOED commissioner

Steve Westra, chief operating officer of Hegg Cos., has been appointed by Gov.-elect Kristi Noem to serve as commissioner of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development.

7 years ago

State’s top economic development leader to resign

The commissioner of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, Scott Stern, is resigning as of Dec. 1.

7 years ago
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From business strategy to lean techniques, this office serves businesses of all sizes

Here’s the first thing to know about South Dakota Manufacturing & Technology Solutions: It’s not just for manufacturers.

8 years ago

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