More than 10 years ago a group of Sioux Falls area employers were proud to launch a movement focused on successful employment of persons with disabilities. They did so under a national umbrella organization called the Business Leadership Network (BLN). Employment, especially of any special population, requires that employers have access to quality information about the candidates, and sometimes special training or resources to understand how to be more successful. At the same time, many service providers and candidates have much to learn about the needs and requirements of area businesses. The BLN sought to assist all parties overcome challenges and obstacles related to the employment of persons with disabilities.

In 2009 the contract to continue the Sioux Falls Business Leadership Network expired. A group of interested employers volunteered to start looking at the possibility of a local, independent alternative that would provide many of the same services. The Sioux Falls Business Resource Network (BRN) was formed and became an official non-profit corporation under South Dakota law in September 2010. 

The mission of the SFBRN is “To provide businesses with education, awareness and resources to promote the successful employment of persons with disabilities.”