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Inaugural Black Hills Defense and Industry Symposium

September 26, 2018 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Rapid City Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee and Society for American Military Engineers will present the inaugural Black Hills Defense and Industry Symposium Wednesday, Sept. 26 at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn, 505 N. 5th St, Rapid City, SD  57701.

The inaugural Black Hills Defense and Industry Symposium brings leaders of academia, research, industry, military, and the community together for meaningful dialogue on the importance of defense investment in western South Dakota. Leaders will discuss how attendees can contribute to solutions for stronger national defense and bolstered regional economic development. The event will feature keynote speakers highlighting the importance of military and industry partnerships as well as breakout sessions educating attendees on how to start a business in the area and the government contacting process.

“We are excited to host this event which highlights the partnerships with EAFB, SDNG and the businesses here in Rapid City. This event also highlights our innovative research and development capabilities, education, and businesses right here in Rapid City,” said Linda Rabe, the president of the Rapid City Area Chamber of Commerce.

Online registration required, by September 21st. http://bit.ly/BHDefenseSymposium  $20/person. No charge for all military and civilian personnel at SD National Guard Camp Rapid and Ellsworth Air Force Base.

Ascent Innovation, Black Hills Economic Development, Black Hills Energy, Four Front Design, Innovative Materials and Processes, Louis Berger, Rapid City Chamber of Commerce, South Dakota Ellsworth Development Authority, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Visit Rapid City, and VRC Metal Systems are co-sponsors of the event.

For More Information contact:   Lynn Kendall, Military Affairs Committee, (605) 718-8480kendall@rapidcitychamber.com | Cheryl Chapman, (605) 484-0334cchapman@louisberger.com

Details

Date:
September 26, 2018
Time:
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Website:
http://web.rapidcitychamber.com/events/Black-Hills-Defense-Industry-Symposium-641/details

Venue

Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn
505 N. 5th Street, Rapid City, SD 57701 United States
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Phone:
605-348-4000