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SUMMARY:Do Business with Malmstrom Air Force Base!
DESCRIPTION:  Great Falls College\, 2100 16th Ave S\, Great Falls\, MT  Register Here:https://mtapex.neoserra.com/conferences/41683 \n\n\n\nFree    Agenda:8:30 AM – Social Hour9:00 AM – Presentations BeginApproximately 11:30 AM – Closing Remarks and Networking \n\n\n\n Great Falls APEX and the 341st Contracting Squadron at Malmstrom Air Force Base invite regional businesses to a half-day industry event designed to connect you directly with key contracting personnel. Hear firsthand from contracting teams across the Infrastructure\, Services & Commodities\, and Government Purchase Card (GPC) flights on how to do business with Malmstrom AFB and learn how to win work. \n\n\n\n Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Malmstrom Air Force Base contracting teams\, gain valuable insight on positioning your business for success in government contracting\, and discover new opportunities. Space may be limited\, so early registration is encouraged. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\n\nCompanies with skilled offerings.\n\n\n\nThose interested in forming partnerships.\n\n\n\nCompanies with local or regional presence.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/do-business-with-malmstrom-air-force-base-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls College\, 2100 16th Ave S\, Great Falls\, MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event
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SUMMARY:SAME Big Sky Post-Sentinel Industry Day In-Person Event
DESCRIPTION:The Great Falls Development Alliance is proud to serve as a sponsor of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post Sentinel Industry Day\, with the Great Falls APEX Accelerator team in attendance and hosting a table at the event. This event will provide updates on the Sentinel Program\, featuring insights from the United States Air Force (USAF)\, United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and industry leaders.The Sentinel Industry Day is an essential gathering for professionals in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction sector interested in the Sentinel Program. The day will focus on providing comprehensive updates on the Sentinel Program\, featuring key presentations from the U.S. Air Force (USAF)\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District and Northwestern Division. Learn about the current status of the program\, explore upcoming projects\, and gain insights into future planning initiatives for the largest Defense Infrastructure investment in recent history.To Register for this event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/same-big-sky-post-sentinel-industry-day-tickets-1983087356667 \n\n\n\nTo sponsor this event contact Nicole Rediske at Nicole.Rediske@tdhengineering.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSAME Industry Day InviteDownload
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/same-big-sky-post-sentinel-industry-day-in-person-event-3/
LOCATION:University of Providence\, 1301 20th Street S\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59405
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Clancy":MAILTO:SClancy@GrowGreatFalls.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260506T193000
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SUMMARY:Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post for a Pre–Industry Day Social Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post Pre–Industry Day Social Gathering· Thursday\, May 6\, 2026· 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (MDT)· Station District Bar and Eatery\, 119 River Dr N\, Great Falls\, MT \nThe Great Falls Development Alliance is proud to serve as a sponsor of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post for a pre–Industry Day social gathering at The Station District Bar and Eatery in Great Falls\, Montana. \nThis informal networking event takes place the evening before the Sentinel Industry Day and offers a valuable opportunity to connect with representatives from the U.S. Air Force\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District and Northwestern Division\, along with other industry professionals in the architecture\, engineering\, and construction sectors. \nParticipation in the social event is available through the Industry Day registration; be sure to RSVP for this social event when securing your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/same-big-sky-post-sentinel-industry-day-tickets-1983087356667 \nTo sponsor this event contact Nicole Rediske at Nicole.Rediske@tdhengineering.com
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/society-of-american-military-engineers-same-big-sky-post-for-a-pre-industry-day-social-gathering/
LOCATION:The Station District Bar and Eatery (119 River Dr\, Great Falls\, MT\, United States)
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260326T120000
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SUMMARY:CMMC Made Manageable: From Assessment to Certification for SAME Big Sky Post
DESCRIPTION:CMMC Made Manageable: From Assessment to Certification for SAME Big Sky Post\nThe Department of Defense has made one thing clear: Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is here\, and it will impact contractors of all sizes.\nThis virtual session\, hosted by the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post at Malmstrom Air Force Base features Damon Hacker\, President of ArcherHall and a CMMC Registered Practitioner\, who will break down what your business actually needs to know without the jargon or confusion.\nDrawing from real assessments and the latest requirements\, this session will cover:\n  *   How CMMC works and who it applies to\n  *   Key differences between Levels 1–3\n  *   What it takes to achieve and maintain compliance\n  *   Prime and subcontractor flowdown responsibilities\n  *   Common mistakes businesses make—and how to avoid them\nNo matter what size your business is\, if you handle Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)\, CMMC applies to you.\nYou’ll leave with a clear\, actionable roadmap to help your business prepare\, get certified\, and stay compliant.\nRegister here: https://archerhall.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WoiwrZafQrWKpTvTq6J8nA#/registration\n·     Thursday\, March\, 2026\n·     11:00 AM (MST)\n·     Virtual\n·     Free
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/cmmc-made-manageable-from-assessment-to-certification-for-same-big-sky-post/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event
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SUMMARY:What Happens After SAM?
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities!Please join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company’s products/services to federal and state agencies.Who Should Attend?Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Contact:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/what-happens-after-sam-2/
LOCATION:Virtual-Online Only
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260128T120000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Join Montana APEX Accelerator for a high-level overview of Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI). Gain a clear understanding of how it can impact your ability to compete for and maintain federal contracts. \nThis session will demystify the concept\, explain compliance requirements\, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your business is currently contracting with the government or exploring new contract opportunities\, this overview will help you strengthen your readiness and protect your eligibility in the federal marketplace. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/understanding-foreign-ownership-control-or-influence-foci-in-federal-contracting-2/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084403Z
UID:5881-1768982400-1769014800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:What Happens After SAM!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities!\n\nPlease join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company’s products and services to federal and state agencies.\n\n \n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nAny business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training. Register here: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41671\n\n 	Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\n 	11:30 AM (MDT)\n 	Virtual\n 	Free\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/what-happens-after-sam/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T120000
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CREATED:20251209T224200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084403Z
UID:5879-1767870000-1767873600@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Join Montana APEX Accelerator for a high-level overview of Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI). Gain a clear understanding of how it can impact your ability to compete for and maintain federal contracts. \nThis session will demystify the concept\, explain compliance requirements\, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your business is currently contracting with the government or exploring new contract opportunities\, this overview will help you strengthen your readiness and protect your eligibility in the federal marketplace. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/5803/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251217T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20250523T063934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084403Z
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SUMMARY:DECEMBER-What Happens After SAM!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities! \nPlease join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company’s products and services to federal and state agencies. \n  \nWho Should Attend? \nAny business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training. Register here: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41645 \n\nWednesday\, December 17\, 2025\n11:30 AM (MDT)\nVirtual\nFree\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/december-what-happens-after-sam/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20251112T065453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084403Z
UID:5720-1765364400-1765368000@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Join Montana APEX Accelerator for a high-level overview of Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI). Gain a clear understanding of how it can impact your ability to compete for and maintain federal contracts. \nThis session will demystify the concept\, explain compliance requirements\, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your business is currently contracting with the government or exploring new contract opportunities\, this overview will help you strengthen your readiness and protect your eligibility in the federal marketplace. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/understanding-foreign-ownership-control-or-influence-foci-in-federal-contracting/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20250523T063102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084403Z
UID:5868-1763551800-1763557200@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:NOVEMBER-What Happens After SAM!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities! \nPlease join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company’s products and services to federal and state agencies. \n  \nWho Should Attend? \nAny business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training. Register here: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41645 \n\nWednesday\, November 19\, 2025\n11:30 AM (MDT)\nVirtual\nFree\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/november-what-happens-after-sam/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20250404T071402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084404Z
UID:5111-1755072000-1755104400@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Montana APEX GovMatch 2025
DESCRIPTION:Montana APEX Invites You to Join Us for the Matchmaking Event of the Year!\nThis in-person premier matchmaking event is where businesses meet with government agencies to build relationships and explore opportunities to secure contracts. This event Is designed to facilitate introductions and connect agencies with quality leads while fostering impactful partnerships that benefit communities and drive economic growth.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/montana-apex-govmatch-2025/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20250121T031214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084405Z
UID:4935-1738846800-1738850400@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Teaming Alliance Roundtable (STAR)
DESCRIPTION:Join Montana APEX Accelerator and Northrop Grumman for the first-quarter update of the Strategic Teaming Alliance Roundtable (STAR) series. Representatives from Northrop Grumman will share valuable tips and proven strategies to help businesses across all industries on building successful partnerships with Northrop Grumman\, their subcontractors\, and first-tier primes. This is a series of events\, and new panelists will provide unique insights at each roundtable! \nTo learn more or register\, CLICK HERE! \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/strategic-teaming-alliance-roundtable-s-t-a-r/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250123T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20241206T072617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084405Z
UID:4689-1737637200-1737648000@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Explore Business Opportunities With The U.S. Forest Service
DESCRIPTION:To Register CLICK HERE! \nAt this in-person event\, businesses will gain valuable insights on how to successfully engage with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). You’ll have the opportunity to network\, present your capability statement\, and connect directly with USFS representatives and potential partners. This is your chance to stay competitive and ready for the 2025 season. \nTopics will include:\n• USFS Mission and Overview\n• Current Opportunities\n• Commonly Purchased Products/Services\n• Forecast of Upcoming Opportunities\n• Requirements for Doing Business with USFS\n• VIPR Solicitations\n• AIMS Dispatch Priority Lists \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/explore-business-opportunities-with-the-u-s-forest-service/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Homepage,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241218T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T010321
CREATED:20241206T074644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084405Z
UID:4696-1734521400-1734526800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Take Action! Move Beyond SAM! (Virtual Training)
DESCRIPTION:To Register CLICK HERE! \nPlease join the Montana APEX for a high-level VIRTUAL training on how the federal government and State of Montana purchases products and services. \nTopics include:\n– Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds\n– Conducting market research\n– Federal purchasing vehicles (methods)\n– Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices\n– Marketing your business to government agencies\n– Tips on finding subcontracting opportunities\n– Q & A session \nWho should attend? Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/take-action-move-beyond-sam-virtual-training/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Homepage,Trainings
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