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SUMMARY:NOVEMBER-What Happens After SAM!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities! \nPlease 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. \n  \nWho Should Attend? \nAny 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/41645 \n\nWednesday\, November 19\, 2025\n11:30 AM (MDT)\nVirtual\nFree\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/november-what-happens-after-sam/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Have you started a business in the Great Falls region? We want to celebrate YOU! \nStarting a business is not easy! Join us for the second annual Entrepreneur Celebration at The Newberry on November 19th from 5-6 PM and get recognized for your awesome achievement. \nThis celebration is for anyone who has ever started a business in the entire 13-county Great Falls region:\nBlaine\, Cascade\, Chouteau\, Fergus\, Glacier\, Hill\, Judith Basin\, Lewis & Clark\, Liberty\, Meagher\, Pondera\, Teton or Toole County. \nRegister in advance here so we have a head count! \nContact Jake Clark for more information:\nJake@GrowGreatFalls.org\n1-406-403-4937
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/entrepreneur-celebration-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Downtown Great Falls: Ladies’ Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Great Falls will celebrate Ladies’ Night Out on Thursday\, November 20\, from 5:00–8:00 PM\, with participating restaurants extending the fun through dinner and cocktails until 10:00 PM.  \nThis signature downtown event invites residents and visitors to enjoy an evening of shopping\, dining\, and community spirit—no tickets required. Retailers and restaurants will offer extended hours\, exclusive promotions\, and festive experiences that highlight the vibrant downtown scene and kick off the holiday season in style.  \nFull event details and business participation information are available here. 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/downtown-great-falls-ladies-night-out/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
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UID:5831-1764201600-1764287999@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED: Staff Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/office-closed-staff-holiday-4/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED: Staff Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/office-closed-staff-holiday-5/
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SUMMARY:GFDA Board & Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:GFDA Board & Council Agenda 12-4-25 \nClick HERE for Minutes \n  \nGreat Falls College: Heritage Hall\n2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls\, MT 59405 \nOR \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 \nMeeting ID: 940 1482 9623\nPasscode: 216683 \nOne tap mobile\n+12532158782\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Tacoma)\n+13462487799\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Houston) \nDial by your location\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adzGlXYsfN
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-board-council-meeting-16/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251204T113000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Webinar: Entrepreneur Spotlight – From Side Hustle to National Sales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special 30-minute webinar interview with entrepreneur Amber Hofstad\, co-founder of Windrift Hill\, a Montana-based goat’s milk soap company. Amber will share how she turned a small-batch side hustle into a full-time business with a production team and nationwide shipping—all while keeping her products handmade and locally made in Montana. \nDon’t miss this inspiring conversation about growth\, grit\, and building a brand from the ground up. \nCLICK HERE for more information or to register!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/small-business-webinar-entrepreneur-spotlight-from-side-hustle-to-national-sales/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:GFDA Brownfields Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Committee Meeting with Zoom Option \n\nCommittee Roles & Expectations\nProject Review/Update\nCatalyst Redevelopment Project\n\n  \nLocation:\nGreat Falls Development Alliance\, Conference Room\n405 3rd Street NW\, Suite 203\nGreat Falls\, MT 59404 \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/93582590568?pwd=5Awh1bXDbamCCbnRUEbYrVBJGBMObm.1&from=addon \nMeeting ID: 935 8259 0568\nPasscode: 873403 \n— \nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,93582590568#\,\,\,\,*873403# US (Houston)\n+14086380968\,\,93582590568#\,\,\,\,*873403# US (San Jose) \nJoin instructions\nhttps://zoom.us/meetings/93582590568/invitations?signature=7PQI9HOqFkfWd_zmngs8hM4wyULuLqPy93oJIgOnb6g \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/brownfields-advisory-committee/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251210T120000
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UID:5720-1765364400-1765368000@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
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. \nThis 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. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/understanding-foreign-ownership-control-or-influence-foci-in-federal-contracting/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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SUMMARY:DECEMBER-What Happens After SAM!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities! \nPlease 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. \n  \nWho Should Attend? \nAny 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/41645 \n\nWednesday\, December 17\, 2025\n11:30 AM (MDT)\nVirtual\nFree\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/december-what-happens-after-sam/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251219T093000
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CREATED:20250515T155711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5841-1766131200-1766136600@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click HERE for Minutes \n  \nAE2S CONFERENCE ROOM\nWest Bank Landing\, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak)\n405 3rd St NW\, Suite 205; Great Falls\, MT 59404 \nOR \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 975 5141 3941\nPasscode: 986063 \nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (San Jose)\n+12532158782\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (Tacoma) \nDial by your location\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/acHlCWKIWF
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-executive-committee-meeting-17/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5225-1766534400-1766620799@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED: Staff Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/office-closed-staff-holiday-6/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
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UID:5833-1766620800-1766707199@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED: Staff Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/office-closed-staff-holiday-7/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
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UID:5834-1767225600-1767311999@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED: New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/office-closed-new-years-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T093000
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SUMMARY:GFDA Board & Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click HERE for Minutes \n  \nGreat Falls College: Heritage Hall\n2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls\, MT 59405 \nOR \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 \nMeeting ID: 940 1482 9623\nPasscode: 216683 \nOne tap mobile\n+12532158782\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Tacoma)\n+13462487799\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Houston) \nDial by your location\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adzGlXYsfN
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-board-council-meeting-23/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260108T120000
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UID:5879-1767870000-1767873600@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
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. \nThis 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. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/5803/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260109T073000
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CREATED:20250612T195920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
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SUMMARY:Ignite
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, January 9th\nThe Newberry\nDowntown Great Falls\, Montana\n\n  \nAttend The Event:\nHigh energy\, short presentations showcasing capital investments in our region that start or finish in 2026.\nThis is your chance to connect with industry leaders\, explore new opportunities\, and support the growth of our region. \nTentative Schedule:\nNetworking: 7:30-8:00AM\nPresentations: 8:00-10:30AM\nNetworking: 10:30-11:00AM \nWe recommend parking in the North Parking Garage at 17 4th Street N!  \nREGISTER HERE! \n\n  \nShowcase or Announce your Capital Project:\nWe’re looking for presenters to join Ignite 2026 in downtown Great Falls! This annual event celebrates the exciting projects\, expansions\, and initiatives launching across Great Falls and North Central Montana in the coming year. Whether you’re a business\, nonprofit\, or public agency with something new on the horizon\, we want to feature your story! \nPresentations are open to all business\, government agency\, or non-profit projects launching\, expanding\, or finishing up construction in 2026 across the Great Falls Region of North Central Montana:\nBlaine\, Cascade\, Chouteau\, Fergus\, Glacier\, Hill\, Judith Basin\, Lewis & Clark\, Liberty\, Meagher\, Pondera\, Teton or Toole Counties \n  \nFor more information or to be part of the lineup\, contact:\nChristian Leinhauser\nCLeinhauser@GrowGreatFalls.org \n1-406-836-0136 \n  \nView Past Event Information and Photos Here:  Ignite
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/ignite-3/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260115T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20251208T231820Z
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UID:5870-1768465800-1768469400@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Boost Your Business: Google Business Pages & SEO
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nJanuary 15th: Google Business Pages & SEO \nThis is a hands-on opportunity to work on your Google page and website throughout the session. Business Advisors will be present and ready to assist you. \n\nDig into your Google page: Make sure your listing is accurate\, learn how to receive referrals and deal with negative comments.\nDig into your website’s SEO: Learn how to make changes to help your website’s performance.\n\n  \nCLICK HERE to Register! \n  \nBrought to you by Great Falls Development Alliance and the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce \nClick Here for all 2026 Boost Your Business Workshops. \n \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/boost-your-business-google-business-pages-seo/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260121T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20250516T212504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5846-1768982400-1768987800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click HERE for Minutes \n  \nAE2S CONFERENCE ROOM\nWest Bank Landing\, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak)\n405 3rd St NW\, Suite 205; Great Falls\, MT 59404 \nOR \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 975 5141 3941\nPasscode: 986063 \nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (San Jose)\n+12532158782\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (Tacoma) \nDial by your location\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/acHlCWKIWF
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-executive-committee-meeting-23/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20251209T155101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
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SUMMARY:What Happens After SAM!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities!\n\nPlease 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.\n\n \n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nAny 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/41671\n\n 	Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\n 	11:30 AM (MDT)\n 	Virtual\n 	Free\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/what-happens-after-sam/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260128T120000
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CREATED:20251209T154537Z
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UID:5880-1769598000-1769601600@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
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. \nThis 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. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/understanding-foreign-ownership-control-or-influence-foci-in-federal-contracting-2/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260205T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20250516T221452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5858-1770278400-1770283800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Board & Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click HERE for Minutes \n  \nGreat Falls College: Heritage Hall\n2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls\, MT 59405 \nOR \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 \nMeeting ID: 940 1482 9623\nPasscode: 216683 \nOne tap mobile\n+12532158782\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Tacoma)\n+13462487799\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Houston) \nDial by your location\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adzGlXYsfN
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-board-council-meeting-22/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20250516T222433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5862-1771200000-1771286399@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:OFFICE CLOSED: President’s Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/office-closed-presidents-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260218T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20250516T212636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5847-1771401600-1771407000@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click HERE for Minutes\n\n \n\nAE2S CONFERENCE ROOM\nWest Bank Landing\, Portage Bldg (behind The Peak)\n405 3rd St NW\, Suite 205; Great Falls\, MT 59404\n\nOR\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09\n\nMeeting ID: 975 5141 3941\nPasscode: 986063\n\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (San Jose)\n+12532158782\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (Tacoma)\n\nDial by your location\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/acHlCWKIWF
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-executive-committee-meeting-24/
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260219T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20251208T234521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5871-1771489800-1771493400@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Boost Your Business: Pricing Strategy (Is Your Price Right)?
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n \n\nFebruary: Pricing Strategy (Is Your Price Right)?\n\nDo you know if you are charging the right amount for your products or services? We will cover breakeven analysis\, considerations when setting prices\, market fluctuations\, adjustments for seasonal considerations and understanding cost basis.\n\nPlease bring “real” examples of your products/services if you would like on-the-spot counseling for your pricing strategy. We will do our best to accommodate as many examples as possible.\n\n \n\nCLICK HERE to Register!\n\n \n\nBrought to you by Great Falls Development Alliance and the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce\n\nClick Here for all 2026 Boost Your Business Workshops.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/boost-your-business-pricing-strategy-is-your-price-right/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260223T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20260223T172942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T212501Z
UID:7030-1771866000-1771871400@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Data Center Task Force
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community discussion regarding data center opportunities in the Heritage Hall at Great Falls College MSU.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/data-center-task-force/
LOCATION:Great Falls College: Heritage Hall\, 2100 16th Ave South\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59405\, United States
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Task-Force-Meeting-Header-2-11-26.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20260223T215014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T175435Z
UID:7068-1772186400-1772191800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Defense Coalition Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Central Montana Defense Coalition \n\n\n\nClick Here for AgendaLocation \n\n\n\nAE2S Conference Room in GFDA Building \n\n\n\nThe Portage Building in West Bank Landing \n\n\n\n2nd Floor \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nZoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/81679934264?pwd=RGff6T3QPbRw7FfJbnc5tMaeWJLFGl.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 816 7993 4264 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 025077 \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nOne tap mobile \n\n\n\n+17193594580\,\,81679934264#\,\,\,\,*025077# US \n\n\n\n+17207072699\,\,81679934264#\,\,\,\,*025077# US (Denver) \n\n\n\nJoin instructions \n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/81679934264/invitations?signature=kX1I215pfaqTLIM2uz3ysOkVfZcCiZTAVmLL01R3mdU
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/defense-coalition-planning-meeting/
LOCATION:AE2S Conference Room\, 405 3rd St NW\, Suite 205\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59404\, United States
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260302T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20260302T165829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T173441Z
UID:7349-1772438400-1772470800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Build Smarter\, Pay Less: The Power of C-PACE - Small Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Small Business Webinar featuring Seth Lutter of the Montana Facility Finance Authority. As administrator of Montana’s statewide C-PACE program\, Seth will explain how businesses can access long-term\, low-cost financing for energy efficiency\, renewable energy\, water efficiency\, and building improvements. Discover how C-PACE could support your next project and get your questions answered live. 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/build-smarter-pay-less-the-power-of-c-pace-small-business-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual-Online Only
CATEGORIES:Trainings
ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Gannon":MAILTO:RGannon@GrowGreatFalls.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260305T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260305T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20250516T221334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T024403Z
UID:5857-1772697600-1772703000@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:GFDA Board & Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:GFDA Board & Council Agenda 3-5-26  \nClick HERE for Minutes \nGreat Falls College: Heritage Hall2100 16th Ave South; Great Falls\, MT 59405 \nOR \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/94014829623?pwd=aXJFRVlZOXJld2N1dU9uN1gxL1JpQT09 \nMeeting ID: 940 1482 9623Passcode: 216683 \nOne tap mobile+12532158782\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Tacoma)+13462487799\,\,94014829623#\,\,\,\,*216683# US (Houston) \nDial by your location+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adzGlXYsfN
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-board-council-meeting-21/
LOCATION:Great Falls College: Heritage Hall\, 2100 16th Ave South\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59405\, United States
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124818
CREATED:20260227T233414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T235349Z
UID:7336-1773329400-1773334800@growgreatfallsmontana.org
SUMMARY:Opportunity Zone Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for our first Opportunity Zone Task Force meeting on March 12 at 3:30 PM at the Station District in Great Falls.  \n\n\n\nThis task force will work to develop plans to secure designation of Opportunity Zones in our trade area and strategies to attract private investment in the Zones. Open to the public. Contact Jake Clark for more information.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/opportunity-zone-taskforce-meeting/
LOCATION:The Station District\, 119 River Drive N\, Great Falls\, Montana\, 59401
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings
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