Brookings Economic Development Partnership with South Dakota State University
Entrepreneurs in Brookings benefit from proximity to South Dakota State University and the collaborative programs that have been developed to help entrepreneurs succeed. Whether launching a new business, pursuing an innovative idea or growing a company, these resources are designed to take businesses to the next level. To learn more and to find out how you can get involved, contact us.
EDA University Center
The mission of the SDSU EDA University Center is to foster innovative economic development throughout the State by utilizing university resources, forging strategic collaborative partnerships and addressing industry-driven needs.
Think Tank Thursdays
Think Tank Thursdays (T3) is an ideation and commercialization program specifically targeting the SDSU research community. The program is designed to explore the full potential of ideas, study the market opportunity and prepare for prototype development.
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Customized Support
BEDC provides training, programming and events specific to ideation, commercialization, innovation and start-up coaching to support the varied and evolving needs of SDSU researchers, staff and students across all disciplines at the University.