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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 […]
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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 […]
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GFDA Board & Council Meeting
GFDA Board & Council Agenda 1-9-25 SECOND REVISED Click HERE for Minutes Great Falls College: Heritage Hall 2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls, MT 59405 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 […]
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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!
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Ignite
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. REGISTER to save your seat! SCHEDULE Networking: 7:30-8AM Presentations: 8-10AM Networking: 10-10:30AM PARKING & ZOOM DETAILS Do you […]
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Housing Forum
Join us for a look into what other Montana communities have done to grow their housing infrastructure through a presentation from Nathan Bilyeu, municipal bond attorney. Following the presentation, we […]
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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 […]
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GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
GFDA Exec Agenda 1-15-25 Click HERE for Minutes AE2S CONFERENCE ROOM West Bank Landing, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak) 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205; Great Falls, MT 59404 […]
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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 […]
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NCATS SBIR/STTR Funding: Translating Your Research into Real-World Impact
Join us to learn about the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs - non-dilutive funding and commercialization […]
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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, […]
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Tuesday Training: Made in Montana, Agritourism, & More!
Have you wanted to diversify your on farm income by inviting guests to learn more about your farm or ranch? Are you curious about what those colorful ‘Made in Montana’ […]
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GFDA Board & Council Meeting
GFDA Board & Council Agenda 2-6-25 Click HERE for Minutes Great Falls College: Heritage Hall 2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls, MT 59405 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 Meeting […]
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The Small Business Webinar Series – Montana Manufacturing Extension Center
The Montana Manufacturing Extension Center is a statewide manufacturing outreach and assistance center staffed by full-time professionals with extensive experience in manufacturing and business in a variety of industries. Our […]
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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 […]
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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! […]
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GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
GFDA Exec Agenda 2-19-25 REVISED Click HERE for Agenda/Minutes AE2S CONFERENCE ROOM West Bank Landing, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak) 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205; Great Falls, MT […]
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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 producer. This session will be led by Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Montana, Cort Jensen.
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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 - […]
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Special GFDA Board & Council Meeting
GFDA Board & Council Agenda 2-21-25 Click HERE for Minutes **NOTE LOCATION CHANGE** Meadowlark Country Club 300 Country Club Blvd, Great Falls, MT 59404 Main Dining Room Special joint […]
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GFDA Board & Council Meeting
GFDA Board & Council Agenda 3-6-25 Click HERE for Minutes Great Falls College: Heritage Hall 2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls, MT 59405 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 Meeting […]
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The Fire Within
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. Help us celebrate […]
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GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
GFDA Exec Agenda 3-19-25 Click HERE for Minutes. AE2S CONFERENCE ROOM West Bank Landing, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak) 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205; Great Falls, MT 59404 […]
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GFDA Board & Council Meeting
GFDA Board & Council Agenda 4-3-25 Click HERE for Minutes Great Falls College: Heritage Hall 2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls, MT 59405 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 Meeting […]
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GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
GFDA Exec Agenda 4-16-25 Click HERE for Minutes AE2S CONFERENCE ROOM West Bank Landing, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak) 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205; Great Falls, MT 59404 […]