Dakota Layers Selected as South Dakota Rural Small Business of the Year

On Friday, April 24, 2026, South Dakota District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration presented Scott Ramsdell and Dakota Layers with the first ever South Dakota Rural Small Business of the Year award. Jennifer Ober, President of the South Dakota Development Corporation, nominated Scott and Dakota Layers for this award. This award highlights the significant contributions that small businesses make to the local economy and community. Dakota Layers is truly grateful to have been recognized with this award.

Each year, the U.S. Small Business Administration celebrates National Small Business Week by recognizing the achievements of outstanding small business owners and entrepreneurs across the United States. All 53 winners have been invited to attend ceremonies in Washington, D.C., May 3-4, where they will be honored with their individual award along with special recognition of the runner-up and the naming of the 2026 National Small Business Person of the Year. Learn more about National Small Business Week, May 3-9, here: www.sba.gov/nsbw.