• 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 […]

  • 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 Meeting ID: 940 1482 9623 Passcode: 216683 One tap mobile +12532158782,,94014829623#,,,,*216683# US (Tacoma) +13462487799,,94014829623#,,,,*216683# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 will have a brief Q&A session with Nathan about how such tools could be used to support housing production in the Great Falls Region. REGISTER […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941 Passcode: 986063 One tap mobile +16699009128,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (San Jose) +12532158782,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (Tacoma) Dial by your […]

  • 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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  • 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 ID: 940 1482 9623 Passcode: 216683 One tap mobile +12532158782,,94014829623#,,,,*216683# US (Tacoma) +13462487799,,94014829623#,,,,*216683# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) […]

  • 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 mission is to grow Montana's economy by helping manufacturers succeed.

  • 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! Sessions include: Legal Entity Formation: Learn about business structures, their pros and cons, and compliance requirements. Business Planning: Dive into the Business Model Canvas, plan […]

  • 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 59404 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941 Passcode: 986063 One tap mobile +16699009128,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (San Jose) +12532158782,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (Tacoma) Dial by […]

  • 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.

  • 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 - […]

  • 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 GFDA Board & Council meeting with the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Great Falls Montana Tourism Boards. Brock Cherry and City of Great […]

  • 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 ID: 940 1482 9623 Passcode: 216683 One tap mobile +12532158782,,94014829623#,,,,*216683# US (Tacoma) +13462487799,,94014829623#,,,,*216683# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941 Passcode: 986063 One tap mobile +16699009128,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (San Jose) +12532158782,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (Tacoma) Dial by your […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • GFDA Board & Council Meeting

    GFDA Board & Council Agenda 5-9-25 Click HERE for Minutes   Strategic Planning Session IN-PERSON ONLY - No Zoom Option this Meeting   **NOTE LOCATION CHANGE** Meadowlark Country Club 300 Country Club Blvd, Great Falls, MT 59404 Back 1/2 of Main Dining Room  

  • GFDA Executive Committee Meeting

    GFDA Exec Agenda 5-21-25 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 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941 Passcode: 986063 One tap mobile +16699009128,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (San Jose) +12532158782,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (Tacoma) Dial by your […]

  • Great Falls Region SBDC : Think Like an Inventor

     Think Like An Inventor Join us as we explore how thinking like an inventor can support you in running a more effective and efficient business. Special guest, Arnold Volker is […]

  • GFDA Annual Meeting

    You're invited to the Great Falls Development Alliance's Annual Meeting! Join 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. This also marks our 3rd Annual Ally Awards, recognizing individuals who have shown exceptional commitment and support to our mission. […]

  • GFDA Executive Committee Meeting

    GFDA Exec Agenda 6-18-25 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 OR Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941 Passcode: 986063 One tap mobile +16699009128,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (San Jose) +12532158782,,97551413941#,,,,*986063# US (Tacoma) Dial by your […]