South Dakota entrepreneur builds business empire in Platte, making big impact on the small town

South Dakota entrepreneur builds business empire in Platte, making big impact on the small town

PLATTE In the heart of Platte’s Main Street sits a historic building that’s been renovated and turned into the headquarters of a thriving company fueled by a community-minded entrepreneur.Tucked along the top floor of the old bank building is where Tyler Samuelson’s new office is located. It’s a major upgrade from the garage that once served as his office 15 years ago when he opened his construction company, Summit Contracting.What started out …