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Cybersecurity Training (Apr 2020) The cyber industry is reporting thousands of COVID-19 scams and malware attacks on a daily basis as cyber criminals are trying to exploit people’s fears. This means as small businesses are scrambling to ensure ongoing operations during this national emergency, their sensitive information and that of their customers are more at… more Cyber-security Training – Virtual
During this free webinar, Billings based patent attorney Shane Coleman and patent examiner David Stoltenberg will be discussing the following: Roadmap to filing a patent application Defining novel and not obvious Free USPTO patent resources Challenges for inventors who do not use patent attorney Filing Claims Rejected Claims Patent Infringement and much more... The last… more Patent Webinar With Billings Based Patent Attorney and Patent Examiner
Join us this week, our featured business expert this week will be Jamie Hovey, Wipfli, PPP Expert. In coming weeks we will be bringing you experts and business owners to share knowledge and insights to tackle the challenges many of our businesses are facing. Feel free to Drop – In to watch and put your… more Biz Drop-In
"What can we, as a community, do to help you and your startup?" Join us for the next 1MC meetup! As always, we will feature presentations from 2 startups at different stages in growth and then you'll have a chance to ask questions and provide feedback through 15-20 minutes of Q&A. Program begins at 9:00am.… more 1 Million Cups Billings
Join here: https://zoom.us/j/655593131 We know how important cleanliness is for our businesses to be open, but how do we signal to our customers they are welcome, they are safe, and can enjoy their experience? Join Karen Miller, Janine Mix, and Cassie LaGreca in a conversation about how our brains perceive safety, how to demonstrate a… more Biz Drop-In: Creating a space for customers to feel safe
May 2020 Executive Committee Packet Please email rsvp@bigskyeda.org for Zoom meeting access information.
"What can we, as a community, do to help you and your startup?" Join us for the next 1MC meetup! As always, we will feature presentations from 2 startups at different stages in growth and then you'll have a chance to ask questions and provide feedback through 15-20 minutes of Q&A. Program begins at 9:00am.… more 1 Million Cups Billings
Boots to Business Reboot: Utah resources for veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs Are you a Utah veteran, National Guard & Reserve Member, or military spouse interested in small business ownership? If so, join us for this class to understand the local resources available to you in Utah! https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xaZdGZkBS8GdAYolJ7C48A
Learn how specific touch points work in connecting and building relationships. What problems do they have and how can you solve them. Cost: Free! Space is limited. To register -> Click Here.
"What can we, as a community, do to help you and your startup?" Join us for the next 1MC monthly meetup! As always, we will feature presentations from 2 startups at different stages in growth and then you'll have a chance to ask questions and provide feedback through 15-20 minutes of Q&A. Doors open at… more 1 Million Cups Billings
Big Sky Economic Development is soliciting qualifications from architectural and engineering firms to provide services for renovations to the Montana National Bank Building (24,111 sf) located at 201 N. Broadway. Please click here for a link to the full RFQ. A virtual mandatory meeting for participants will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at… more RFQ for Architectural and Engineering Services – Virtual Mandatory Meeting
May 2020 EDA EDC Board Packet For Zoom meeting details, please email RSVP@bigskyeda.org.
Register for the Yellowstone County Economic Impact Update live webinar. We will be joined by Patrick Barkey. Patrick Barkey has served as Director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research since 2008. He has been involved with economic forecasting and policy research for more than 30 years, in both the private and public sectors.… more Yellowstone County Economic Impact Update
In this brief 30-minute webinar, we will step business owners through the liability concerns when reopening following the COVID-19 shutdown. Bobbi Berkhof will inform entrepreneurs why following local, state, and federal recommendations may help protect the business from lawsuits, potentially stemming from employees and customers. Register at https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/4613 Hear experts provide an overview of small… more Protecting Your Business From Legal Liability During Reopening
"What can we, as a community, do to help you and your startup?" Join us for the next 1MC monthly meetup! As always, we will feature presentations from 2 startups at different stages in growth and then you'll have a chance to ask questions and provide feedback through 15-20 minutes of Q&A. Doors open at… more 1 Million Cups Billings
Designed for individuals who would like to start their own business, this is a great overview of things to know about start-up costs, financing options, and business planning. A wealth of information and resources are provided free of charge! CALL TO REGISTER! (406) 254-6014
"What can we, as a community, do to help you and your startup?" Join us for the next 1MC monthly meetup! As always, we will feature presentations from 2 startups at different stages in growth and then you'll have a chance to ask questions and provide feedback through 15-20 minutes of Q&A. Doors open at… more 1 Million Cups Billings
Similar to the federal government, the state of Montana also purchases a wide range of products and services. Getting registered as a vendor with the state of Montana is easy and free, but what happens when you learn of an opportunity you want to bid on with the state? How do you submit your bid?… more Live Webinar: How to submit a bid in eMACS – The State of Montana Bid System
Are you asking yourself how you can reach more customers or sell more of your products? Join us on Tuesday, June 2nd from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm to learn about consumer buying behavior and how, when and why people buy! This is a FREE virtual training.
June 2020 Executive Committee Packet For Zoom Meeting access, please email: RSVP@bigskyeda.org
"What can we, as a community, do to help you and your startup?" Join us for the next 1MC monthly meetup! As always, we will feature presentations from 2 startups at different stages in growth and then you'll have a chance to ask questions and provide feedback through 15-20 minutes of Q&A. Doors open at… more 1 Million Cups Billings
In this webinar, we'll discuss addressing the challenges, barriers, team-building, resources, and mindset it will take for entrepreneurs to navigate reopening a business during Covid-19. Presenters Dena Johnson and Kevin Scharfe will discuss how the right state of mind and pivoting your business model can help build consumer confidence and employee buy-in during this challenging… more Small Business Webinar Series: What it Means to be Open and Safe During Recovery