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Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post for a Pre–Industry Day Social Gathering
2026-05-06 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | 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, MT
The Great Falls Development Alliance is proud to serve as a sponsor of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Big Sky Post for a pre–Industry Day social gathering at The Station District Bar and Eatery in Great Falls, Montana.
This informal networking event takes place the evening before the Sentinel Industry Day and offers a valuable opportunity to connect with representatives from the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District and Northwestern Division, along with other industry professionals in the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors.
Participation in the social event is available through the Industry Day registration; be sure to RSVP for this social event when securing your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/same-big-sky-post-sentinel-industry-day-tickets-1983087356667
To sponsor this event contact Nicole Rediske at Nicole.Rediske@tdhengineering.com

SAME Big Sky Post-Sentinel Industry Day In-Person Event
2026-05-07 09:00 - 17:30 | University of Providence, 1301 20th Street S, Great Falls, MT, 59405
The 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 Great Falls APEX Accelerator team in attendance and hosting a table at the event. This event will provide updates on the Sentinel Program, featuring insights from the United States Air Force (USAF), United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and industry leaders.The Sentinel Industry Day is an essential gathering for professionals in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction sector interested in the Sentinel Program. The day will focus on providing comprehensive updates on the Sentinel Program, featuring key presentations from the U.S. Air Force (USAF), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District and Northwestern Division. Learn about the current status of the program, explore upcoming projects, and gain insights into future planning initiatives for the largest Defense Infrastructure investment in recent history.To Register for this event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/same-big-sky-post-sentinel-industry-day-tickets-1983087356667

To sponsor this event contact Nicole Rediske at Nicole.Rediske@tdhengineering.com

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How Civic, Community Engagement, and Branding Strengthen Rural Communities
2026-05-07 11:00 - 11:30 | 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: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6216

Do Business with Malmstrom Air Force Base!
2026-05-12 08:30 - 12:00 | Great Falls College, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT
Great Falls College, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT Register Here:https://mtapex.neoserra.com/conferences/41683

Free Agenda:8:30 AM – Social Hour9:00 AM – Presentations BeginApproximately 11:30 AM – Closing Remarks and Networking

Great Falls APEX and the 341st Contracting Squadron at Malmstrom Air Force Base invite regional businesses to a half-day industry event designed to connect you directly with key contracting personnel. Hear firsthand from contracting teams across the Infrastructure, Services & Commodities, and Government Purchase Card (GPC) flights on how to do business with Malmstrom AFB and learn how to win work.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Malmstrom Air Force Base contracting teams, gain valuable insight on positioning your business for success in government contracting, and discover new opportunities. Space may be limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Who Should Attend:

Companies with skilled offerings.

Those interested in forming partnerships.

Companies with local or regional presence.

Meadowview Village Groundbreaking
2026-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Meadowview Village, 27 46th Street South, Great Falls, MT, 59405
Meadowview Village is a 163-home community designed to bring new, attainable homeownership to Great Falls. Each home sits on its own lot and is built with a focus on efficient design, long-term durability, and predictable costs. These new homes will be initially sold directly to buyers, not held as rentals. That means real ownership, stable neighborhoods, and long-term value for the people who live there.There is strong demand for new homes in Great Falls, especially at price points that make sense for working families. Amenities will include two indoor pickleball courts, 40 feet of green space in front of each home, a clubhouse with a fitness center, a playground, and a dog run. This neighborhood is designed to meet local demand with a product that is practical, well-located, and built for how people actually live.The groundbreaking will be a short, focused event with project partners, community leaders, and local stakeholders.If you, or someone you know, are interested in following the project or exploring a future home in the community, join the interest list here:

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What happens after SAM? - Unlock New Business Opportunities!
2026-05-13 11:30 - 13:00
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 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. Register Here: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41676Details:· Wednesday, May 13, 2026· 11:30 AM (MDT)· Virtual· Free

GFDA Board & Council Meeting
2026-05-15 08:00 - 09:30 | Great Falls College: Heritage Hall, 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, 59405, United States
Agenda attached below.
Click HERE for Minutes
Great Falls College: Heritage Hall2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls, MT 59405

GFDA Board & Council Agenda 5-15-26Download

Data Center Task Force Meeting
2026-05-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Great Falls College MSU – Heritage Hall, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT, 59404, United States
Please join us for our third data center task force meeting. Alan Bronec, Director of Infrastructure for Cushing Terrell will be ourexpert speaker. Alan is a licensed professional engineer in 21 states and has over 30 years of experience designing complex electrical systems both domestically and internationally. Alan has designed a number of data centers of varying sizes and has deep expertisein data center trends, challenges, evolving technologies, and regulations. Agenda:

Introduction and Presentation by Alan Bronec, PE

Q and A

Debrief on notes from last meeting

Next Steps Details:Monday, May 185:00PM – 6:30PMGreat Falls College MSU – Heritage HallGreat Falls, MT 59405 Please RSVP:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9d8kjn2

Understanding Financial Ratios & Why They Matter
2026-05-20 08:30 - 09:30 | AE2S Conference Room, 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205, Great Falls, MT, 59404, 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 your Business Workshop: Understanding Financial Ratios & Why They Matter in Your Business

Would your business benefit from understanding how well your company can meet debt obligations, generate profits, and use resources effectively? Join us as we learn how to do financial ratios and why they matter in your business. We will use real examples and demonstrate why integrating this practice into your forecasting and profit/loss analysis can make all the difference in running an efficient and effective high performing, profitable business.
Brought to you by Great Falls Development Alliance and the Great Falls Area Chamber of CommerceClick Here for all 2026 Boost Your Business Workshops.

OFFICE CLOSED: Memorial Day
2026-05-25

GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
2026-05-29 08:00 - 09:30 | AE2S Conference Room, 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205, Great Falls, MT, 59404, United States
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GFDA Annual Meeting
2026-06-02 08:00 - 10:00 | The Newberry, 420 Central Avenue, Great Falls, 59405, United States
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 4th Annual Ally Awards, recognizing individuals who have shown exceptional commitment and support to our mission. It’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. No cost to attend. Bring a guest and join us!
We recommend parking in the North Parking Garage at 17 4th Street N.
View Past Meetings, Ally Award Winners and Photos Here:GFDA Annual Meeting

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GFDA Board & Council Meeting
2026-06-04 08:00 - 09:30 | Great Falls College: Heritage Hall, 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, 59405, United States
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EEOC for Small Businesses Webinar
2026-06-04 11:00 - 11:30 | Virtual

GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
2026-06-17 08:00 - 09:30 | AE2S Conference Room, 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205, Great Falls, MT, 59404, United States
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Using AI to Generate Your Marketing Campaign
2026-06-18 08:30 - 09:30 | Great Falls Association of Realtors, 401 13th Avenue S, Great Falls, MT, 59405, 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.
June Boost Your Business Workshop: Using AI to Generate Your Marketing Campaign

Join us as we explore some of the basic tools for AI and how you can use them to generate marketing campaigns. Please bring your laptop, tablet or phone as you will begin creating a campaign during this interactive workshop.
Brought to you by Great Falls Development Alliance and the Great Falls Area Chamber of CommerceClick Here for all 2026 Boost Your Business Workshops.

FADC Tuesday Training-Montana Food Hub
2026-06-30 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual-Online Only
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Local Power: Updates from the Montana Food Hub
When: Tuesday, June 30 at 12 P.M.Where: Zoom Webinar
The Montana Food Hub has made significant progress since they were featured a year ago! Director Lyndsay Laursen will share updates about the food hub’s upcoming sales, how they work with other vendors and distributors across the state, and how you can be a part of this powerful local movement.
During this webinar, you’ll discover:
*﻿What is the impact of a regional food hub on local food economy? *What technologies enable a small team to manage a regional value chain? *How can you get involved in the food hub and supporting local producers?

July 4th Holiday: GFDA OFFICE CLOSED
2026-07-03 00:00 - 23:59

GFDA Data Center Task Force Meeting #4
2026-07-06 17:00 - 18:30 | Great Falls College Montana State University (2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405, United States), 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, 59405

GFDA Board & Council Meeting
2026-07-09 08:00 - 09:30 | Great Falls College: Heritage Hall, 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, 59405, United States
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Janicki Montana Community Forum - Open to the Public
2026-07-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Great Falls College Montana State University (2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405, United States), 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, 59405
Join us for the first Janicki Montana Community Forum!Come learn about Janicki and their new Great Falls, Montana, location. Janicki leaders will be here to answer questions and engage.
Thursday, July 9th @ 5:30PM-7PMGreat Falls College – Heritage Hall2100 16th Avenue SGreat Falls, MT 59404
Open to the Public.Please RSVP so we have enough chairs:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xts58xz﻿
For additional information, please visit the Janicki Montana FAQ page:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/janicki-great-falls-montana-campus/

Janicki Montana Groundbreaking - Open to Public
2026-07-10 11:30 - 13:00 | 18th and 67th Street North – AgriTech
Let’s celebrate Janicki groundbreaking of their new manufacturing campus in Great Falls, Montana!
Janicki GroundbreakingNoon – 1 PMAgriTech Park Project Site: 18th Avenue and 67th Street North
Open to the Public

GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
2026-07-15 08:00 - 09:30 | AE2S Conference Room, 405 3rd St NW, Suite 205, Great Falls, MT, 59404, United States
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What happens after SAM? - Unlock New Business Opportunities!
2026-07-15 11:30 - 13:00 | 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 government agencies– Tips on finding subcontracting opportunities– Q & A session
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 in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However, we will not be going over the registration process in this training.

Meat Processing Workforce Development: FADC Tuesday Training
2026-07-21 12:00 - 12:30 | 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 provide industry exposure and skill development opportunities for students at Havre High School.Attendees can expect to learn about labor in the meat processing industry and how FADC Director Amy Revious built a network to support local workforce development.

Indian Equity Fund Application Training - Great Falls
2026-08-05 10:00 - 12:30
To register: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6285
Date: 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 59405
Training Topics: Fed/State Funding OpportunitiesDescription:
Join us for a free business training on the Indian Equity Fund Grant, designed to help Native American entrepreneurs in Montana start or grow their businesses.
This grant is available to enrolled members of Montana tribes and can support both startups and expanding businesses.
During the session, we’ll cover:• Grant eligibility and guidelines• Step-by-step application process• Hands-on help with your business plan and financial projections using LivePlan, an easy-to-use business planning tool
Location: Great Falls Development Alliance Large Conference Room
Co-sponsored Montana Small Business Development Center, and Great Falls Development Alliance
This training is open for anyone to attend.To register: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6285

GFDA Board & Council Meeting
2026-08-06 08:00 - 09:30 | Great Falls College: Heritage Hall, 2100 16th Ave South, Great Falls, MT, 59405, United States

GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
2026-08-19 08:00 - 09:30 | Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC. (AE2S) – Great Falls, MT Office (405 3rd St NW Suite 205, Great Falls, MT 59404, United States), 405 3rd St NW, Great Falls, MT, 59404
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Indian Equity Fund Training - Browning
2026-08-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Blackfeet Community College (504 SE Boundary St, Browning, MT, United States)
Indian Equity Fund Application Training – BrowningTo Register: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6289 Date: 8/25/2026Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (MDT)Status: Open – 30 places remainingRegistration Deadline: 8/25/2026 9:00 AM (MDT)Cost: FREE Point of Contact: Rich Gannon (406) 836-2078Location: Blackfeet Community College, Browning MT 59417Training Topics: Fed/State Funding Opportunities Description:Join us for a free business training on the Indian Equity Fund Grant, designed to help Native American entrepreneurs in Montana start or grow their businesses. This grant is available to enrolled members of Montana tribes and can support both startups and expanding businesses. During the session, we’ll cover:* Grant eligibility and guidelines* Step-by-step application process* Hands-on help with your business plan and financial projections using LivePlan, an easy-to-use business planning tool Co-sponsored Montana Small Business Development Center, and Great Falls Development Alliance, NADC, Blackfeet Community College, Montana Department of Commerce <iframe title=”Embedded content from Google Maps Platform.” src=”https://maps.google.com/maps?q=blackfeet community college&t=&z=12&ie=UTF8&output=embed” style=”border:0;width:100%;max-width:none;max-height:none;height:100%;” aria-hidden=”false” tabIndex=”0″ allowfullscreen loading=”lazy” frameBorder=”0″ >

Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
2026-08-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Register: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41690Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal ContractingDate: 8/26/2026Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (MDT)Registration Deadline: 8/26/2026 10:30 AM (MDT)Fee: No Fee
Point of Contact: Shannon Clancy – SClancy@GrowGreatFalls.org or (406) 590-1184
Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)Training Topics: Foreign Ownership Compliance (FOCI)Description: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 business is currently contracting with the government or exploring new contract opportunities, this overview will help you strengthen your readiness and protect your eligibility in the federal marketplace.
Instructions: Zoom link will be sent via email after registration is completed.
