Learning Network Gathering | Entrepreneurial Support System

1019 Main Street,Sturgis SD 57785

02 November, 2022

Description

Entrepreneurship in RuralLet's discover the critical role of entrepreneurship In rural places. Entrepreneurship Is a cornerstone of community and economic development. Entrepreneurs start businesses, create jobs, and launch products and services that serve their communities and create dynamic and Innovative economies. The fact Is, businesses that are less than five years old create the majority of new jobs throughout the country. This reality has led to a shift In economic development from a focus on business recruitment to a recognition that entrepreneurs should be at center stage when the focus Is growing economics and creating vibrant communities. Agenda (all times are in Mountain Time Zone) Pre-Gathering - Tuesday, November 1, 20226:30 p.m.: Hosted social at Oasis Bar & Lounge, 1145 Main St., Sturgis, SD Day 1 - Wednesday, November 2, 2022(Meeting at Sturgis Auditorium, 1019 Main St., Sturgis, SD) 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.: Optional walking tour 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.: Welcome and Check-in 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Environmental Scan: How might we energize our Main Streets through collaborative, community-driven entrepreneur support systems? 12:15 - 1:00 p.m.: Lunch 1:00 - 2:15 p.m.: Main Street Building Redevelopment Case Studies 2:15 - 2:30 p.m.: Break 2:30 - 3:15 p.m.: Skill Building Workshop: Co.Starter Canvas 3:15 - 4:00 p.m.: Skill Building Workshop 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.: Bus tour of Sturgis 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.: Social at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame, 999 Main St., Sturgis, SD 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.: Awards Dinner at Sturgis Brewing Company, 600 Anna St., Sturgis, SD Day 2 - Thursday, November 3, 2022(Meeting at Sturgis Auditorium, 1019 Main St., Sturgis, SD) 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast 9:00 - 9:15 a.m.: Check-in 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.: Entrepreneur Panel: Being a Mentor/Mentee 10:15 - 10:30 a.m.: Break 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Workshop: Energizing a Main Street Initiative 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.: Check-out Location & LodgingWe have a block of 20 rooms at The Hotel Sturgis, 1144 Main St., Sturgis, SD for Tuesday, November 1 through Thursday, November 3 at a rate of $89 per night. The block of room closes on June 13th. Call the hotel directly at (605) 561-0116 to book your room. Mention "Dakota Resources" to receive the group rate. We have additional rooms blocked at the Baymont Inn & Suites at 2721 Lazelle St., Sturgis, SD at a rate of $89 per night. Call the hotel directly at (605) 206-5400 to book your room. Mention "Dakota Resources" to receive the group rate.