About Us - Black Hills State University

Our Mission

Empowering women and propelling economic development across South Dakota.

Our Vision

To serve as a key partner in economic and workforce development in South Dakota providing comprehensive training and business assistance for aspiring entrepreneurs and forward thinking intrapreneurs.

Meet the Team

Elizabeth Freer

Director, SD CEO West

605.642.6311

Elizabeth.Freer@BHSU.edu

Bailey Sadowsky

Program Coordinator

605.642.6435

Bailey.Jo.Sadowsky@BHSU.edu

Ashley Wingert

Program Assistant

605.642.6948

Ashley.Wingert@BHSU.edu

Advisory Board

Special Areas of Focus

Advising

You have questions about your business journey. We can help you find the answers and connect you with others who will set you on the path to success.

Training

Get up to speed and stay up to date in all areas of best business practice. Choose from our full selection of online training courses and partner resources, attend live and virtual workshops, or participate in highly focused business seminars.

Networking

Who you know can help you in unexpected ways. We provide you with the opportunity to connect with fellow inspiring women who are on their own journeys as business owners, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs.

We are here to help you on your journey as an entrepreneur, intrapreneur, and individual. All you need is to take that first step and reach out to our team, and we will get you on the path to success.