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World Trade & Investment Day

May 7 @ 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Early bird registration is now open for Montana World Trade Center’s World Trade & Investment Day 2025, hosted in partnership with Big Sky Economic Development. Join us on May 7, 2025, in Billings, Montana, for key insights into international trade and its impact on Montana businesses.

  • Non-Members: Early bird $129 (regular $149) Code: EARLY
  • MWTC Members: Early bird $89 (regular $99) Code: MWTCEARLY

Register today to secure your spot at this premier event!

AGENDA

Montana in the World Market: Agriculture, Energy, Manufacturing & Beyond

Our 2025 agenda includes morning sessions offering tactical training for Montana firms engaging in international trade followed by afternoon sessions crafted to share essential insights regarding a dynamic global trade landscape from nationally renowned speakers. We’ll also honor the Montana Exporter of the Year as chosen by the Montana District Export Council and invite Consuls General from our trading partner nations to share their perspectives, meet with Montana firms, and amass more granular detail about mutually beneficial trade and investment opportunities.

International trade & investment are essential to Montana’s economy—from wheat to SaaS products and everything in between, Montanans are selling their products & services around the world, importing supply chain solutions, and receiving investment from global markets. Come join us to celebrate Montana’s successes on the global stage, learn about untapped opportunities, and gather together in celebration of world trade month.

Join us on May 7th from 8:00AM to 6:30PM in Billings. For further questions, please email brigitta@mwtc.org.

Morning Session: Tactical Training for Montana Firms Engaged in International Business

Location
Big Sky Economic Development Offices
201 North Broadway
Billings, MT 59101

7:45AM   | Event Check-In

8:00-8:45AM  | Immigration Visa Considerations 

9:00-9:45AM  | Partnering with MMEC to Grow Exports

10:00-11:45AM  | Import & Export Best Practices: Leveraging Amazon, Shopify, and Other Platforms to Expand Your Market

Afternoon Session: General Session

Location
Northern Hotel
19 North Broadway
Billings, MT 59101

12:00 PM | Event Check-In

12:15 PM | Lunch Service Begins

12:20 PM | Welcome Remarks

12:25 PM | Montana’s Global Trade Portfolio Update

12:35 PM | Keynote Presentation: U.S. Trade Policy and Its Impact on Industries Driving Montana’s Economy

1:05 PM | Exporter of the Year Award & Fireside Chat with Montana Department of Commerce Director, Paul Green (Invited)

1:35 PM | Panel: International Diplomatic Perspectives on Trade Priorities and Opportunities

2:15 PM | Break

2:30 PM | Panel: Infrastructure Powering Montana’s Engagement with Global Markets

3:15 PM | Panel: Global Sourcing: Importing and Supply Chain Strategies in Montana

4:00 PM | Panel: Diversifying Montana’s Global Reach: Ag, Energy, Manufacturing & Beyond

4:50 PM | Closing Remarks 

Evening Session

Location
Big Sky Economic Development Offices
201 North Broadway
Billings, MT 59101

5:00 PM | Networking Reception

5:20 PM | Emcee Welcome

5:22 PM | Opening Remarks & Introduction of Governor Gianforte (Invited)

5:25 PM | Montana Governor Greg Gianforte

5:35 PM | Montana Ambassadors Trailblazer Bryan Wood, President- Woods Powr-Grip

5:45 PM | Networking Continues

6:30 PM | Close

Details

Date:
May 7
Time:
8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Website:
https://www.mwtc.org/events-news/2025-events/2025-world-trade-and-investment-day/

Venue

Big Sky Economic Development
201 North Broadway Ave
Billings, MT 59101 United States
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Phone
406-256-6871
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