b'B O L A G U I L D I N E H R E M A R K B E T G T E RBSED Partners,If you are reading this Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) Annual Report for 2022,you are a partner in the work we do building an outstanding quality of life and a vibrant economy.That is an important part of the work we do and you are a vital partner. As I have often said, community and economic development can not be done alone; it takes active partners, engaged stakeholders, and passionate leadership.That is why we value your participation as a Member Investor and the many contributioins you make to the mission of BSED. Thank you! As we move into a new fiscal year, a new facility, and a renewed focus on entrepreneurship, we have themed our work this year, Building Remarkable, Together. Your daily work at your business or in your community role, contributes to building a community that thrives economically and grows in quality and character. Your work,our work as a leader in economic development, and the work of all our partners (many of you), comes togetherto accomplish remarkable things for our community.The key is the together part. We have to view this effort as a team, recognizing that we succeed together.So, consider these BSED Stratgic Priorities for the next two years, and think about how we can come togetherand accomplish big and incremetal impacts in these areas: 1 Build out the Billings entrepreneurship econsystems to support new, innovative, diverse business startups 2 Act now to redevelop downtown, building essential workfoce housing and connecing/complementing mecial corridor investment 3 Invest in the quality of our community through a comprehensive parks and trails development and funding plan 4 Retain, grow and attract a qualifed worforce B U I L D I N G A Your partnership with BSED will helpmove these strategies forward, knowingthat together is the key. Thank you foryour support, trust, and willingess to be H E A LT H Ya part of Building Remarkable, Together.STEVE ARVESCHOUGE C O N O M YTake care. Executive Directorstevea@bigskyeda.orgANNUAL REPORT2022 2'