
Meet the Elevate Leadership Class of 2026
The Elevate Leadership Institute program provides participants with the background, unique experiences, and insights necessary to assume leadership positions in the community.

The Elevate Leadership Institute program provides participants with the background, unique experiences, and insights necessary to assume leadership positions in the community.
Elevate Rapid City and the Black Hills Manufacturing Alliance are launching the first-ever Coolest Thing Made in the Black Hills competition — a friendly, bracket-style contest that highlights the products and companies shaping our region’s future.

This expansion reflects the strong business climate in Rapid City, where companies like Black Hills Energy have thrived thanks to a supportive community and access to growth opportunities.

This month’s Rapid City Economic Indicators are having a Chris Gaines moment—some numbers look good, others tell a different story. From rising sales and steady jobs to puzzling housing trends and inflation, here’s what’s really happening in the Rapid City economy.

Stay competitive with data-backed compensation strategies. Learn how local wage trends and benefits planning can support retention and recruitment.