• Using AI in Your Business: Great Falls

    AE2S (405 3rd St NW Unit 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 learn practical, low-risk ways to use AI for common business tasks like marketing content, customer communication, planning, research, and internal […]

  • River Activation Task Force Meeting

    Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center 4201 Giant Springs Road, Great Falls, Montana, United States

    Join us for the launch of the River Activation Task Force on Thursday, April 23, from 5:00–6:30 PM at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center. This kick-off meeting is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Together, we’ll begin brainstorming ways to activate the Missouri and Sun Rivers through private investment, commercial development, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post for a Pre–Industry Day Social Gathering

    The Station District Bar and Eatery (119 River Dr, Great Falls, MT, United States)

    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, MTThe Great Falls Development Alliance is proud to serve as a sponsor of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big […]

  • SAME Big Sky Post-Sentinel Industry Day In-Person Event

    University of Providence (1301 20th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405, United States)

    SAME Big Sky Post-Sentinel Industry Day In-Person Event· Thursday, May 7, 2026· 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (MDT)· University of Providence, 1301 20th St S, Great Falls, MTThe 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 […]

  • Do Business with Malmstrom Air Force Base

    Great Falls College MSU 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, Montana, United States

    Do Business with Malmstrom Air Force Base!· Great Falls College, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT· Register Here: https://mtapex.neoserra.com/conferences/41683· Free· Agenda:      8:30 AM – Social Hour      9:00 AM – Presentations Begin      Approximately 11:30 AM – Closing Remarks and NetworkingGreat Falls APEX and the 341st Contracting Squadron at Malmstrom […]

  • 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 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 […]

  • GFDA Board & Council Meeting

    Great Falls College: Heritage Hall 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, United States

    Click HERE for MinutesStrategic Planning SessionIN PERSON ONLY, NO Zoom OptionGreat Falls College: Heritage Hall2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls, MT 59405

  • Boost Your Business: 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: Understanding […]

  • GFDA Executive Committee Meeting

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

    Click HERE for MinutesAE2S CONFERENCE ROOMWest Bank Landing, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak)405 3rd St NW, Suite 205; Great Falls, MT 59404ORJoin Zoom Meeting:https://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941Passcode: 986063One tap mobile+16699009128,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (San Jose)+12532158782,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (Tacoma) Dial by your location+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 346 248 7799 […]