Grow With Us
Maybe you're a large manufacturing firm scouting for your next location. Maybe you're a small business looking for your first storefront. Maybe you need a succession plan, or maybe you're just looking for some advice. Whatever your story, the Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company is here to help with any and all things economic development.
How we can help:
- Business plan assistance
- Land acquisition
- Licensing and permitting assistance
- Possible sales tax rebates via the City of Vermillion and State of South Dakota
- Access to the Governor's Office of Economic Development REDI Fund and additional programs
- Tax Increment Financing
- Advocacy at local government meetings
- Succession planning
Hear from our partners
“We expanded in Vermillion because of the low cost of doing business in the state and the flexibility of the workforce, as well as our 11-year commitment to the community. The community has been supportive of the efforts and activities of Polaris Industries, and the University of South Dakota has been an outstanding source of part-time and temp labor.”
— Paul Eickhoff, Polaris Inc.
“Since becoming a member of the Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company, I have received leads and inquiries that have allowed me to profitably grow Walker Construction. If you have a business in Vermillion or are starting a business, I suggest you join the VCDC. It will benefit your business.”
— John Walker, Walker Construction
"The Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company was incredibly helpful when we approached them for assistance in purchasing a building and opening Pulse of Life Church and Kids Care Center."
— Dr. Rev. Angela Jackson-Pulse, Pulse of Life Church & Kids Care Center
“The VCDC assisted us in planning our purchase and upgrade of a local business. The Chamber encouraged us to then apply for a Façade Improvement Grant, which assisted us in upgrading the exterior of the building. We encourage businesses to reach out to the VCDC for any advice or assistance they might need!”
— Sara Schulte, Farmers Insurance Agency/Clean Slate Auto Spa
"The Chamber assisted with all aspects of opening our first business in South Dakota, from site selection, registering our business, incorporating in SD, obtaining a beer and wine license, and finding a contractor. We would not have come to Vermillion without the support and assistance from The Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company."
— Luis Abundez, Mamacita's
Development Properties
Erickson Business Park
Erickson Business Park is shovel ready with water, sewer, electric, natural gas, and state of the art fiber optics in the park. Located along 4 lane SD Hwy 50 just 6 miles from I-29, this park is suitable for light industrial, warehousing, or retail.
Brooks Industrial Park
Brooks Industrial Park is located along 4-lane SD Hwy 50, just 6 miles from I-29. This property is suitable for light industrial or commercial use. Lots are available for projects with growth potential for primary jobs.
Want to build your business?
Submit a Request for Proposal/Request for Information!
A quick guide to Vermillion
Vermillion, South Dakota lies atop a bluff near the beautiful Missouri River. Founded in 1859, Vermillion is a community known throughout the region for its friendliness, its historical significance, its gorgeous setting, its area attractions, and its educational resources.
Vermillion has many unique advantages, including a talented workforce, a dynamic university community, infrastructure to sustain growth and expansion, flexibility to accommodate the future, great school systems, quality health care providers and services, regional partnerships, and a charming sense of community. Located in the southeast corner of South Dakota, Vermillion offers easy access to and from surrounding communities in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa.