Start Dakota, Episode 18: CO.STARTERS Bootcamp Explained
You’ve heard about our CO.STARTERS business accelerator, and you’ve hopefully also heard about our new software accelerator. But what if you aren’t ready for a 10-week commitment yet? That’s where CO.STARTERS Weekend Bootcamp comes in. It’s a four-part weekend intensive with a mission of helping aspiring entrepreneurs take action. Working collaboratively with peers and…
Read MoreStartup Sunrise – New to Sioux Falls
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.” Dozens of entrepreneurs and business leaders gathered in the Marketbeat Theater on a crisp January morning to attend the first Startup Sunrise event of 2024. Speakers Aanna Chase and Jael Thorpe…
Read MoreCO.STARTERS Bootcamp Explained
In this episode of Start Dakota, Amos Buelow, Terry Liggins and Brady Barr talk about what it’s like to go through the Startup Sioux Falls Bootcamp and how it can help small business owners make great strides in a short amount of time. Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Address: 100 E 6th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Read MoreStart Dakota, Episode 17: The Nuances of Building A Tech Company
In Episode 17 of Start Dakota, Amos Buelow, Startup Sioux Falls’ community coordinator, sits down with founders Scott Petersen and Alisha Vincent, who share their experiences building tech companies and getting involved with the upcoming software business accelerator. Scott Petersen, founder of Hireclick and a facilitator for the accelerator, reflects on his business journey since…
Read MoreStart 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…
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