Chris Huber

A Black Hills native, Chris's journey began at Minnesota State University Moorhead, where he earned a Mass Communications degree. His professional career started at The Daily Republic newspaper in Mitchell, SD, followed by a return to his roots in the Black Hills when he joined the Rapid City Journal in 2012. Rising through the ranks, Chris assumed the role of Editor in 2017 and later spearheaded the launch of the Black Hills Business magazine in collaboration with Elevate Rapid City in 2019.

After over a decade in journalism, Chris transitioned to philanthropy to make a profound impact on the community he holds dear. During his tenure at the Monument Health Foundation, he spearheaded a capital campaign for the expansion of the Cancer Care Institute and earned recognition as a Leadership South Dakota graduate. In 2021, Chris embraced a new role at the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, bringing with him a wealth of leadership experience, including graduating from Leadership South Dakota, the John T. Vucurevich Foundation Emerging Leaders Program, and obtaining an MBA from Dakota Wesleyan University.
Named CEO of the Black Hills Area Community Foundation in 2024, Chris now leads with a vision centered around securing a vibrant and prosperous future for the entire Black Hills area. Outside of his professional pursuits, Chris cherishes moments in the great outdoors with his wife and two children. They love for hiking, trail running, snow skiing, mountain biking, and rock climbing.