• The Fire Within

    The Newberry 420 Central Avenue, Great Falls, United States

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 - Heritage Hall

    Do Business with Malmstrom Air Force Base!• Tuesday, May 12, 2026• 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM (MDT)• 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 NetworkingGreat Falls APEX and the 341st Contracting Squadron at […]

  • 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

  • Data Center Task Force Meeting

    Great Falls MSU - Heritage Hall

    Please join us for our third data center task force meeting. Alan Bronec, Director of Infrastructure for Cushing Terrell will be our expert 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 […]

  • 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 […]