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  • MT APEX Virtual – Take Action! Move Beyond SAM!

    Please join the Montana APEX for a high-level VIRTUAL training on how the federal government and State of Montana purchases products and services. Topics include: Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds Conducting market research Federal purchasing vehicles (methods) Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices Marketing your business to government agencies […]

  • Tuesday Training: How to License Your New Meat Processing Business

    Have you been thinking about starting your own meat processing business? Are you an existing custom-exempt meat processor wanting to expand your market? Have you ever been curious about the difference between different levels of meat processing licensing? If so, join GFDA's Food and Ag Development Center and Alicia Love, Bureau Chief of the Meat, […]

  • Let’s Get Prepped: VAPG Webinar

    Interested in applying for funding for value-added agriculture? Join us as we discuss how to get ready for 2025 cycle. SAM Registration eAuthentication Requirements Application Cycle Overview CLICK HERE to Register or Learn More!

  • Small Business Webinar Series: How to successfully navigate the business loan process.

    Join Erin Townsend, Bravera Business Banking Officer, for an engaging webinar on how to successfully navigate the business loan process. Erin will walk you through the essential steps to become a strong loan candidate and find the right lender. Whether you're a startup or an established business looking to expand, this session will provide practical […]

  • Introduction to Motivational Interviewing: Guiding Behavior Change

    Motivational Interviewing is the #1 researched and most effective method for helping people make changes. Nicotine Cessation, medical, social services, education, probation, counseling, and even dental fields all use Motivational […]

    $299
  • Take Action! Move Beyond SAM! (Virtual Training)

    To Register CLICK HERE! Please join the Montana APEX for a high-level VIRTUAL training on how the federal government and State of Montana purchases products and services. Topics include: - Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds - Conducting market research - Federal purchasing vehicles (methods) - Where to find opportunities and how to get […]

    FREE
  • Let’s Get Prepped: Value Added Producer Grant Webinar

    USDA Rural Development and the MT Food & Ag Development Center Network training on the 2025 Value Added Producer Grant (VAPG). Training available January 7th or January 8th. Join Marlee […]

  • Let’s Get Prepped: Value Added Producer Grant Webinar

    USDA Rural Development and the MT Food & Ag Development Center Network training on the 2025 Value Added Producer Grant (VAPG). Training available January 7th or January 8th. Join Marlee Johnston, USDA Regional Director as we discuss: getting started application nuts and bolts eligibility components VAPG portal submissions SAM registration eAuthentication Verification To Register, CLICK […]

  • Top Five For 2025—Integrating the Best HR Strategic Planning Steps

    Deborah Jenkins is a speaker, leadership development and workforce trainer, human resource (HR) management consultant, and executive coach with over 25 years of experience as an HR and accounting profession. She'll be discussing the top 5 things you can do in 2025 in for Human Resouces in your business. Register Here!

  • Idea to Income

    Join us for our live one hour training designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the fundamentals of launching a successful small business. We'll cover essential topics such as defining your target customers, understanding costs, and building a solid foundation for your business. Whether you're in the idea stage or have just started, this class will […]

  • What happens after SAM? 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. Topics include: - Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds - Conducting market research - Federal purchasing vehicles (methods) - Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices - […]

  • Explore Business Opportunities With The U.S. Forest Service

    To Register CLICK HERE! At 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 […]

    FREE
  • Strategic Teaming Alliance Roundtable (STAR)

    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 […]

  • Business Blitz

    This full-day workshop covers everything you need to start or grow your business. Each session is designed to run independently, so join us for one session—or stay for the whole day! […]

  • Selling Homemade Food 101: Food Law and Liability

    Limited regulations does not mean limited liability under SB199. This webinar will provide an overview of what legal and liability considerations you need to keep in mind as a home-food […]

  • Montana World Trade Center Regulated Export Training

    Montana World Trade Center Regulated Export/Export Control Training with Justin Cook My company has Department of Defense contracts --what does that mean for my firm for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)? […]

  • NOVEMBER-What Happens After SAM!

    Unlock New Business Opportunities! Please 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.   Who Should Attend? Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not […]

  • Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting

    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. This session will demystify the concept, explain compliance requirements, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your […]

  • DECEMBER-What Happens After SAM!

    Unlock New Business Opportunities! Please 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.   Who Should Attend? Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not […]

  • Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting

    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. This session will demystify the concept, explain compliance requirements, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your […]

  • Boost Your Business: Google Business Pages & SEO

    Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals across all industries. […]

  • What Happens After SAM!

    Unlock New Business Opportunities! Please 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.   Who Should Attend? Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not […]

  • Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting

    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. This session will demystify the concept, explain compliance requirements, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your […]

  • Boost Your Business: Pricing Strategy (Is Your Price Right)?

    Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals across all industries. […]

  • Build Smarter, Pay Less: The Power of C-PACE – Small Business Webinar

    Virtual-Online Only

    Join us for our monthly Small Business Webinar featuring Seth Lutter of the Montana Facility Finance Authority. As administrator of Montana’s statewide C-PACE program, Seth will explain how businesses can access long-term, low-cost financing for energy efficiency, renewable energy, water efficiency, and building improvements. Discover how C-PACE could support your next project and get your […]

  • What Happens After SAM?

    Virtual-Online Only

    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 […]

  • Boost Your Business: Building a Storybrand

    Great Falls Association of Realtors 401 13th Avenue S, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals across all industries. Each month, we dive into a new topic—marketing, leadership, finance, operations, technology, and more—to give you practical tools you can use right away. March: Building […]

  • Food, Financials, Freedom and Fun Webinar

    Virtual-Online Only

    MSU and SBDC Monthly Small Business Webinar: Food, Financials, Freedom and Fun Information and registration here - https://www.montana.edu/extensionecon/smallbusiness/ Join special guests Lauren Storeby and Tiffany Helton, two female hospitality leaders […]

  • Idea to Income Workshop

    Great Falls Development Alliance 405 3rd St NW, Suite 203, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Join us for our live one-hour training designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the fundamentals of launching a successful small business. We'll cover essential topics such as defining your target […]

  • Boost Your Business: Succession Planning

    Great Falls Association of Realtors 401 13th Avenue S, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals across all industries. […]

  • Using AI in Your Business: Great Falls

    AE2S Conference Room 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Artificial intelligence isn’t just for big companies with big budgets. This session breaks down how small businesses can use AI right now to save time, reduce workload, and improve everyday operations—without needing technical skills.Participants will leave with: Clear examples of AI tools small businesses can use today. Simple prompts and workflows to improve efficiency. Guidance […]

  • Using AI in Your Business: Shelby

    Shelby Comfort Inn 455 McKinley Ave., Shelby, Montana, United States

    Artificial intelligence isn’t just for big companies with big budgets. This session breaks down how small businesses can use AI right now to save time, reduce workload, and improve everyday operations—without needing technical skills.Participants will leave with: Clear examples of AI tools small businesses can use today Simple prompts and workflows to improve efficiency Guidance […]

  • Cybersecurity Readiness

    Virtual/Zoom

    Great Falls Regional SBDC and Great Falls Regional APEX will be presenting Cybersecurity Readiness: Basics + Government Contracting RequirementsRegister: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6244Date: 4/29/2026Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (MDT)Registration Deadline: 4/28/2026 5:00 PM (MDT)Fee: No FeePoint of Contact = Rich Gannon: rgannon@growgreatfalls.org or (406) 836-2078Program Format: Webinar – Live Online MeetingTraining Topics: Government ContractingDescription:Join the Small Business […]

  • How Civic, Community Engagement, and Branding Strengthen Rural Communities

    Virtual-Online Only

    MSU and SBDC Small Business monthly webinar.Blazing New Trails into the Future: How Civic, Community Engagement, and Branding Strengthen Rural Communities Join special guest presenter Jennifer Anderson, Associate Specialist with MSU Extension Community Vitality, as she shares her experience and insights on bridging tradition and transformation—and how to strengthen rural communities.Webinar is Free. Please register at: […]

  • What happens after SAM? – Unlock New Business Opportunities!

    What Happens After SAM? Unlock New Business Opportunities!Please 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.Who Should Attend?Any business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not […]

  • Understanding Financial Ratios & Why They Matter

    AE2S Conference Room 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals across all industries. Each month, we dive into a new topic—marketing, leadership, finance, operations, technology, and more—to give you practical tools you can use right away. May Boost […]

  • EEOC for Small Businesses Webinar

    Virtual

    MSU and SBDC Small Business monthly webinar.EEOC for Small Businessesinformation and registration here -https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6260

  • Using AI to Generate Your Marketing Campaign

    Great Falls Association of Realtors 401 13th Avenue S, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Level up your business skills and stay ahead of the curve with Boost Your Business, a FREE in-person training series designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals across all industries. […]

  • FADC Tuesday Training-Montana Food Hub

    Virtual-Online Only

    Register to attend: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/dCxhri9DSEKj976vYgS09wJoin now: https://zoom.us/j/2156045879Local Power: Updates from the Montana Food HubWhen: Tuesday, June 30 at 12 P.M.Where: Zoom WebinarThe Montana Food Hub has made significant progress since they […]

  • What happens after SAM? – Unlock New Business Opportunities!

    Zoom

    Register Here: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events?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.Topics include:- Federal and State […]

  • Meat Processing Workforce Development: FADC Tuesday Training

    Zoom

    Beefing Up Montana's Meat Workforce with Bear Paw DevelopmentRegister to attend: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5f3fx64?source_id=363163ef-d030-4b68-ab48-9e7f725e4c9a&source_type=em&c=When: Tuesday, July 21 at 12 P.M.Where: Zoom Webinar: https://zoom.us/j/2156045879Join us to learn about workforce development efforts in the meat processing industry around Havre, MT. The Bear Paw Food and Ag Development Center, Montana Farmers Union, and the Premium Processing Co-op have partnered to […]

  • Indian Equity Fund Application Training – Great Falls

    To register: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6285Date: 8/5/2026Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (MDT)Status: Open – 12 seats availableRegistration Deadline: 8/4/2026 11:00 PM (MDT)Point of Contact: Rich Gannon (406) 836-2078Location: The Portage Building - 405 3rd St NW Great Falls The building between the Peak and Citizens Bank - , Great Falls MT 59405Training Topics: Fed/State Funding OpportunitiesDescription:Join us […]