Start Dakota, Episode 14: Brad Edwards – From A Corporate Job to Entrepreneurship
In Episode 14 of Start Dakota, Startup Sioux Falls’ president, Brienne Maner, sits down with Brad Edwards of ParaUX Design to hear about his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. Born and raised in Sioux Falls, Edwards describes himself as a “forever tinkerer.” While in college at Mankato State University in the late 1990s,…
Read MoreStartup Sunrise SDSU Takeover: Top Insights from Amy Moore & Matthew Cole
This article is written in partnership with local founder Megan Raposa from Sioux Falls Simplified. “Feel smart about where you live. We make it simple.” South Dakota State University brought a lively and exciting energy to November’s Startup Sunrise event – and it wasn’t just because they put SDSU ice cream on waffles. The Jacks…
Read MoreThe Nuances of Building A Tech Company
In this episode of Start Dakota, Amos Buelow, Alisha Vincent and Scott Petersen discuss the nuances and building a tech company and the benefits of taking part in Startup Sioux Falls’ upcoming software business accelerator. Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Address: 100 E 6th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Read MoreMeet our Fall 2023 MVP Interns and apply for our Spring 2024 Internship!
This fall, we welcomed two new interns to our internship program, Amber Frigaard and Allen Solomon. Our internship program provides a dynamic platform for individuals with a passion for community building and entrepreneurship! Amber and Allen have demonstrated exceptional support across various areas such as facility operations, programs, events, and data collection and reporting. The…
Read MoreGet to know our new facilities and admin specialist, Emma Olson!
If you’ve visited Startup Sioux Falls in the past couple months, you may have had the chance to meet our new facilities and admin specialist, Emma Olson. Between staffing the welcome desk and working on member engagement, Emma plays a key role in making our community function smoothly, and we’re grateful to have her on…
Read MoreStartup Sioux Falls launches CO.STARTERS accelerator for software businesses
Startup Sioux Falls is back with a new iteration of its successful CO.STARTERS accelerator program for entrepreneurs. On November 7, the organization will kick off a 10-session program focused exclusively on individuals looking to start a software business. Facilitated by Scott Peterson, co-founder of Hireclick, and Don Feige, a local software entrepreneur, the program will…
Read MoreFrom Startup To Established Business
Chris Hintz shares the story of his business, Pinnacle Productions. Learn how it started and where the business is today! Website: https://www.startupsiouxfalls.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StartupSiouxFalls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupsiouxfalls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/startupsiouxfalls Address: 100 E 6th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Read MoreStartup Sunrise: Evolving Family Business Recap
This article is written in partnership with local founder Megan Raposa from Sioux Falls Simplified. ___________________ The smell of fresh bacon, coffee from the Source and the sounds of acoustic guitars greeted the dozens who attended the October Startup Sunrise event. Speakers Riccardo Tarabelsi of Vinyahd Restaurant group and AJ Saigh of Burwell Enterprises Inc.…
Read MoreStartup Sunrise marks a new era for entrepreneurial connections in Sioux Falls
On the first Wednesday of every month, Startup Sioux Falls hosts an exciting event geared toward connecting and inspiring local entrepreneurs — Startup Sunrise. “When we retired 1 Million Cups in 2022, we decided to take some time to assess the evolving interests and needs of the startup community before launching a new event,” said…
Read MoreStart Dakota Episode 15: Overcoming Challenges With Innovative Thinking
When Julio Fuenmayor noticed that supply chain issues were causing problems for farmers and ranchers in the midwest, he found a way to innovate and create a new product that would solve cattle ear tag supply chain delays. Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Address: 100 E 6th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57104
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