South Dakota businesses can receive a prestigious award, and all it takes is a nomination. The South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA) is currently accepting nominations for the South Dakota Retailer of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and Community Service Awards. The SDRA has been presenting these awards since 1982, with the goal of recognizing excellence in business and community service. Each year, the association honors outstanding businesses and individuals who make a positive impact on the state. The awards are presented during the Association’s statewide Business Conference and Awards Reception in Pierre, which takes place every January. The event brings together business leaders, owners, and employees to celebrate the achievements of the winners. The SDRA Executive Director, Nathan Sanderson, emphasizes the importance of recognizing and rewarding outstanding businesses. “We believe in South Dakota businesses,” he says. “These awards are our way of giving back and recognizing those who make our state a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”
To nominate a business, individuals can submit their entries online or by mail. The nomination period is open until August 31, 2025. When nominating a business, consider the following criteria:
* Retailer of the Year: This award recognizes a business that provides exceptional customer service, has a strong reputation in the community, and demonstrates a commitment to quality products and services. * Restaurant of the Year: This award honors a restaurant that serves outstanding food, has a welcoming atmosphere, and provides excellent customer service. * Community Service Award: This award recognizes a business that demonstrates a strong commitment to community service, volunteerism, and philanthropy. The SDRA Community Service Award is presented to a business that has made a significant impact on the community through its charitable efforts, volunteer work, or other forms of community service. To nominate a business for the Community Service Award, individuals can submit a nomination form or provide a brief description of the business’s community service activities. Nomination forms and more information can be found on the SDRA website. Individuals can also contact the SDRA office to request a nomination form or to ask questions about the nomination process. The SDRA is committed to recognizing and rewarding outstanding businesses and individuals who make a positive impact on the state. By nominating a business, individuals can help make a difference in their community and support the values of the SDRA. In conclusion, the SDRA Community Service Award is a meaningful recognition of a business’s commitment to community service. By nominating a business, individuals can help make a positive impact on the community and support the values of the SDRA.
“We believe in South Dakota businesses. These awards are our way of giving back and recognizing those who make our state a great place to live, work, and raise a family.” – Nathan Sanderson, SDRA Executive Director
The nomination process is open until August 31, 2025, so don’t wait to nominate your favorite businesses. Visit the SDRA website or contact the SDRA office to request a nomination form and learn more about the nomination process.
