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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business: Mastering Small Business Valuation - Shelby
DESCRIPTION:To Register: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6298 \n \nDate:10/14/2026 \n \nTime:10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (MDT) \n \nStatus:Open – 15 places remaining \n \nRegistration Deadline:10/14/2026 5:00 PM (MDT) \n \nFee:No Fee \n \nPoint of Contact:Rich Gannon<Rgannon@growgreatfalls.org> (406) 863-2078 \n \nLocation:Comfort Inn & Suites Gateway to Glacier National Park 455 McKinley Ave\, Shelby\, MT 59474 \n \nTraining Topics:Accounting/Budget\, Business Financing \n \nDescription: \n \nUnlock the true market value of any small business. Join America’s SBDC Montana for an executive workshop designed for business owners\, buyers\, and advisors. \n \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n \n* The 3 Core Valuation Methods: Master Balance Sheet/Asset-Based\, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)\, and EBITDA Multiple approaches.* Real-World Industry Benchmarks: Discover actual valuation multiples across industries—from retail and trade services to SaaS.* Hands-On Case Study: Work through step-by-step financial statements to establish a defensible valuation range.* Buyer & Lender Insights: Learn how investors calculate risk (WACC/Beta) and identify hidden balance sheet liabilities. \n \nWhy Attend? Stop guessing what a company is worth. Learn how to triangulate asset floors\, intrinsic cash flow value\, and market demand to negotiate with confidence. \n \nWho Should Attend? Business owners preparing for an exit\, entrepreneurs looking to buy\, and professional advisors.
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/elevate-your-business-mastering-small-business-valuation/
LOCATION:Comfort Inn & Suites Gateway to Glacier National Park 455 McKinley Ave\, Shelby\, 59474\, 455 McKinley Ave\, Shelby\, MT\, 59474
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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SUMMARY:Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Register: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/41685Understanding Foreign Ownership\, Control\, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal ContractingDate: 10/14/2026Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (MDT)Registration Deadline: 10/14/2026 10:30 AM (MDT)Fee: No FeePoint of Contact: Shannon Clancy – SClancy@GrowGreatFalls.org or (406) 590-1184Program 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. 10-14-26 APEX FOCI FLYER-1Download
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/understanding-foreign-ownership-control-or-influence-foci-in-federal-contracting-4/
CATEGORIES:APEX Accelerator Event,Other Event,Trainings
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SUMMARY:GFDA Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See Agenda Below View Minutes:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/governance/executive-committee-minutes-agendas AE2S Conference Room:West Bank Landing\, Portage Building405 3rd St NW\, Suite 205Great Falls\, MT 59404-OR- Join ZOOM Meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97551413941?pwd=V2ZLeHUyRUx6TU5aNExHVSs5RWx3Zz09 Meeting ID: 975 5141 3941Passcode: 986063  — One tap mobile+17207072699\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US (Denver)+12532050468\,\,97551413941#\,\,\,\,*986063# US — Join by SIP• 97551413941@zoomcrc.com  Join instructionshttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/97551413941/invitations?signature=LybMOZdos6x7WdIAvSpfO7iuMdsVG3_blnOCJGklS4c  GFDA Exec Agenda 10-16-26Download
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/gfda-executive-committee-meeting-31/
LOCATION:AE2S (405 3rd St NW Unit 205\, Great Falls\, MT  59404)\, 405 3rd St NW\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59404
CATEGORIES:GFDA Meetings,Other Event
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SUMMARY:Virtual Sentinel Industry Day with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, Seattle
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, Seattle District\, is hosting a Virtual Sentinel Industry Day on October 21\, 2026\, to discuss utility infrastructure improvements at Malmstrom Air Force Base and its planned contracting approach. This event is open to businesses of all sizes and industries. This is an informational event only and is not a solicitation for bids or proposals. Full event details are available on SAM.gov at the link below.Date: 21 October 2026Time:10:00-1:00 (MDT)       (Please note: Registration lists Pacific Time)Format: Virtual (Meeting invite will be provided on 20 October 2026)Registration Deadline: 19 October 2026Event Details:  Industry Day – Sentinel Utility Infrastructure ImprovementsTo Register: CLICK HERE!
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/virtual-sentinel-industry-day-with-u-s-army-corps-of-engineers-usace-seattle/
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SUMMARY:Data Center Task Force Meeting #7
DESCRIPTION:Attendance is in person. \n \nDetailsWednesday\, October 21\, 20265:00 PM – 6:30 PM \n \nGreat Falls College MSU – Heritage Hall2100 16th Ave S.Great Falls\, MT 59405 \n \nAgenda \n \n* Presentation by Monica Tranel* Community Q & A* Next steps by Jolene Schalper \n \nPlease RSVP Here:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/jydqthm \n \nDownload Minutes from Past Meetings Here:Meeting #5: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/3da998ab-0e16-4e51-8441-cd965586a491.pdfMeeting #4: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/cc35ac48-9aeb-4b8e-815c-126a379701f5.pdfMeeting #3: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/b880a7b0-0275-44ab-ace0-f4e9bc2ba20d.pdfMeeting #2: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/81492edf-ee0e-4a8e-b539-0ee0a224cb13.pdfMeeting #1: https://files.constantcontact.com/3e765937001/93bfeb8a-cb68-4d8c-9726-a89de595bf48.pdf \n \n 
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/data-center-task-force-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Great Falls College MSU-Heritage Hall\, 2100 16th Ave South\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Using AI to Build SOPs for Your Business - Boost Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your Business – Using AI to build SOPs for your businessDate: 10/22/2026Time: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM (MDT)Status: Open – 52 places remainingRegistration Deadline: 10/22/2026 8:00 AM (MDT)Fee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Rich Gannon (406) 836-2078Location: GFDA Offices – 405 3rd Street NW Suite 203\, Great Falls MT 59404-4115 \nTraining Topics: Managing a BusinessDescription: \nMost small business owners end up doing everything themselves because nothing is written down. In this hands-on hour\, you’ll learn how to use AI to turn a quick explanation of how you do a task into a clear standard operating procedure your staff can actually follow. From there\, we’ll show you how to build on that SOP to create a basic training manual\, so new hires can get up to speed without you walking them through every step. Bring one task you’re tired of being the only person who can do. \nTo register: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6188
URL:https://growgreatfallsmontana.org/event/boost-your-business-using-ai-to-build-sops-for-your-business/
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