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SUMMARY:GFDA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the Great Falls Development Alliance’s Annual Meeting! \nJoin us as we reflect on the past year’s achievements\, share updates on significant ongoing projects\, and outline our strategic priorities for the upcoming year. \nThis also marks our 3rd Annual Ally Awards\, recognizing individuals who have shown exceptional commitment and support to our mission. \nIt’s an excellent opportunity to hear directly from the GFDA team\, connect with partners and investors\, and learn how we’re working to strengthen the regional economy. \nREGISTER HERE! \n  \nView Past Meetings\, Ally Award Winners and Photos Here: GFDA Annual Meeting
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-annual-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Special Event
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SUMMARY:The Fire Within
DESCRIPTION:Each year the Great Falls Development Alliance and community partners honor exemplary women in business through the Fire Within award program. The program is comprised of two awards\, the Inspire Award (for established business owners) and the Aspire Award (for new business owners). We welcome nominations from the 13-county region GFDA serves. \nHelp us celebrate the power\, resilience\, and innovation of female entrepreneurs in our region. \nAgenda:\nDoors Open/Networking 5:00 PM\nCelebration Begins at 6:00PM \nClick HERE to learn more. \nRSVP now—seats are filling fast! \nFor questions\, contact Katie Carvell at 406-217-7635 or Katie@GrowGreatFalls.org.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/the-fire-within/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Special Event
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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/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Homepage,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250110T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250110T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084405Z
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SUMMARY:Ignite
DESCRIPTION:High energy\, short presentations showcasing capital investments in our region that start or finish in 2025.  This is your chance to connect with industry leaders\, explore new opportunities\, and support the growth of our region. \nREGISTER to save your seat! \n  \nSCHEDULE \nNetworking: 7:30-8AM \nPresentations: 8-10AM \nNetworking: 10-10:30AM \nPARKING & ZOOM DETAILS \n  \nDo you want to showcase or announce your project?  \nPresentations are open to all business\, government agency\, or non-profit projects launching\, expanding\, or finishing up construction in 2025 across the Great Falls Region of North Central Montana\, email Christian Leinhauser at CLeinhauser@GrowGreatFalls.org or call 1-406-836-0136. \n  \nCLICK HERE to learn more. \n  \nZoom in to Ignite 2025! \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 871 9421 7330\nPasscode: 080649
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/ignite-2/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241218T130000
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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/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Homepage,Trainings
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SUMMARY:APEX/MAFB-Operational Federal Contracting: A Blueprint To Managing Federal Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Falls APEX and Ms. Colleen Goad\, 341st Contracting Section Supervisor for the Construction/Architect and Engineer Flight at Malmstrom AFB to gain insight into navigating the operations of federal contracting and understanding your responsibilities in managing a federal contract. At this in-person event\, businesses will be provided with detailed information on roles and responsibilities\, regulations\, contract types\, and payment methods. To Register and view details CLICK HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/apex-mafb-operational-federal-contracting-a-blueprint-to-managing-federal-contracts/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240926T090000
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SUMMARY:APEX/Schoonover & Moriarty LLC - Subcontracting & Teaming Insights for Federal Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Please join Montana APEX and legal firm Schoonover & Moriarty LLC for this interactive workshop to learn more about Subcontracting/Teaming and how to increase competitiveness utilizing programs like DoD/SBA Mentor/Protégé & Joint Ventures. To Register and view details CLICK HERE! \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/schoonover-moriarty-llc-subcontracting-teaming-insights-for-federal-contracts/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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SUMMARY:Indian Equity Fund Application Training - Browning
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE business training on the Indian Equity Fund Grant. \nThe training will help you navigate through the ins and outs of the Indian Equity Fund Grant tailored for small businesses. This grant serves as a support for Native American businesses in Montana\, whether they’re startups or in a phase of expansion. To be eligible\, you need to be an enrolled member of a Montana tribe. \nNot required\, but bring a laptop computer if you have one. Lunch will be provided. \nTo Register or Learn More\, CLICK HERE.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/indian-equity-fund-application-training-browning/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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SUMMARY:Indian Equity Fund Application Training - Great Falls
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE business training on the Indian Equity Fund Grant. \nThe training will help you navigate through the ins and outs of the Indian Equity Fund Grant tailored for small businesses. This grant serves as a support for Native American businesses in Montana\, whether they’re startups or in a phase of expansion. To be eligible\, you need to be an enrolled member of a Montana tribe. \nNot required\, but bring a laptop computer if you have one. \nTo Register or Learn More\, CLICK HERE.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/indian-equity-fund-application-training/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T140000
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SUMMARY:How to Obtain and Maintain DBE and SBE State Certifications Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Great Falls APEX Government Contracting Strategic Series for May. \nAre you a small or disadvantaged business looking to unlock new opportunities in government contracting? Join Great Falls APEX for an informative session where we will be joined by Small Business Specialists for the Department of Transportation with the Civil Rights Bureau. Learn how to obtain and maintain the DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise for 51% woman or minority owned) and SBE (Small Business Enterprise for 50/50 husband/wife or 100% white male owned) state certifications. \nTo register\, or learn more\, visit the registration page HERE.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/how-to-obtain-and-maintain-dbe-and-sbe-state-certifications/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T190146
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084407Z
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SUMMARY:Talent Attraction Reception for Employers
DESCRIPTION:Recruiters\, HR directors\, and individuals responsible for hiring within organizations; this event can offer valuable insights and strategies to enhance your recruitment efforts! \nWe will unveil the 2024 Livability magazine; share talent attraction resources available to employers; and have staff on hand to answer questions and help you connect with resources. \nYour success is our priority\, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/talent-attraction-reception-for-employers/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240502T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T113000
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SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential elements of crafting a compelling business plan and insights into structuring your plan effectively – making it a powerful tool for achieving your entrepreneurial goals. \nREGISTER HERE or contact Small Business Advisor Rich Gannon with questions at 1-406-836-2078.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/business-plan-basics-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T190146
CREATED:20240413T044126Z
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SUMMARY:Malmstrom Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Falls APEX to engage with the 341st Contract Squadron Construction flight from Malmstrom Air Force Base to discover valuable insights on conducting business with the Air Force followed by an interactive question and answer Session. \nThis is an in-person event only! \nFor more information\, or to register\, CLICK HERE.\n  \nHave questions about how your business can do business with the government\, or need help preparing for this event? \nContact Shannon Clancy:   SClancy@GrowGreatFalls.org or 1-406-590-1184
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/malmstrom-industry-day/
CATEGORIES:Homepage,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T190146
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084407Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Within
DESCRIPTION:Each year the Great Falls Development Alliance and community partners honor exemplary women in business through the Fire Within Award program. The program is comprised of two awards\, the Inspire Award and the Aspire Award. We welcome nominations from the 13 county region we serve. \nSince its inception 13 years ago\, GFDA has given the Fire Within Award to 84 woman business owners. \nClick Here to learn more!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/fire-within/
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240105T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240105T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T190146
CREATED:20230926T022825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084407Z
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SUMMARY:Ignite
DESCRIPTION:This in-person and online event format is simple and quick – three-minute presentations on business startups\, business expansions\, real estate developments and capital projects that will either start or open in 2024. This event is a go-to for market information. \nClick Here to learn more! \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/ignite/
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231018T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T190146
CREATED:20230822T222052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T084407Z
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SUMMARY:Invest Downtown
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URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/invest-downtown/
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231005T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231005T100000
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CREATED:20230926T032125Z
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SUMMARY:GFDA Board & Council Meeting
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URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-board-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Homepage
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