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BSED September Board Meeting

Big Sky Economic Development – Zoot Training & Event Space 201 N Broadway – 2nd Floor, Billings, MT, United States   This meeting will be held in-person in the Zoot Training Room on the 2nd floor. Please RSVP to rsvp@bigskyeda.org if you are planning to attend. September 2025 EDA EDC Board Packet

September | Start Smart: Your Guide to Building a Business

Big Sky Economic Development 201 North Broadway Ave, Billings, MT, United States

Dreaming of starting your own business? Make it happen with Start Smart! This workshop is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to dive into their journey. Learn how to build a strong foundation for your business by exploring essential topics like startup costs, financing options, and creating a solid business plan. You'll leave with the knowledge, tools,… more September | Start Smart: Your Guide to Building a Business

Free

September | What happens after SAM? – Unlock New Business Opportunities!

Virtual MT, United States

Please join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company's products/services to federal and state agencies. Topics include: - Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds - Conducting market research - Federal purchasing vehicles (methods) - Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices -… more September | What happens after SAM? – Unlock New Business Opportunities!

DARPAConnect Regional Pop-Up

Montana State University

Join Us at the DARPAConnect Regional Pop-Up Event in Bozeman! DARPA and MT APEX Accelerator invite you to the DARPAConnect Regional Pop-Up Event hosted at Montana State University on Wednesday, September 24, 2025! Why DARPA? DARPA (the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) is the U.S. Department of Defense’s premier R&D agency, relentlessly pursuing groundbreaking innovations… more DARPAConnect Regional Pop-Up

$100

B2B Reboot – Farmers and Ranchers

Virtual MT, United States

This course provides an overview of entrepreneurship specifically for Farmers and Ranchers looking to start their own business in the agricultural industry. Veterans of all eras, Active-Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), and spouses are eligible to participate. During the Reboot course, participants are introduced to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch… more B2B Reboot – Farmers and Ranchers

Free

Refresh, Refocus, Reconnect – Meet Your MT APEX Team in Person for Government Contracting Success

Big Sky Economic Development 201 North Broadway Ave, Billings, MT, United States

Join the Montana APEX Accelerator Team for an interactive, in person workshop focused on helping you refresh your government contracting skills and sharpen your strategy. This is your chance to connect face-to-face with expert advisors, gain practical insights, and network with other Montana businesses. Whether you’re new to contracting or ready to expand your strategy,… more Refresh, Refocus, Reconnect – Meet Your MT APEX Team in Person for Government Contracting Success

Free

Big Sky Economic Development 2025 Annual Meeting

Billings Depot 2310 Montana Ave., Billings, MT

You’re invited to our 2025 Big Sky Economic Development Annual Meeting, on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Historic Billings Depot at 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (lunch provided). From local milestones to statewide momentum, our region is shaping Montana’s future. This year’s program will deliver a comprehensive look at what’s happening in our community,… more Big Sky Economic Development 2025 Annual Meeting

Procurement Readiness Academy

Virtual MT, United States

Ramp up your knowledge, skills, and abilities to win government market opportunities!  In just 10 weeks, you'll gain skills and confindence to start competing for government contracts successfully. Stop wasting time and money trying to figure it out alone. This program will help you: Establish a strong foundation for success in the government market. Prepare,… more Procurement Readiness Academy

Free

October | What happens after SAM? – Unlock New Business Opportunities!

Virtual MT, United States

Please join the Montana APEX Accelerator for a strategic VIRTUAL training on how YOU can sell your company’s products/services to federal and state agencies. Topics include: – Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds – Conducting market research – Federal purchasing vehicles (methods) – Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices –… more October | What happens after SAM? – Unlock New Business Opportunities!

Free

JobSiteReady | MOBILE | Online Instruction + Onsite Training

Virtual MT, United States

Job Site Ready (JSR) equips participants with the essential skills required tostart a career in the construction trades. Participants are given exposure to tooluse and maintenance, materials handling, workplace safety, construction math,blueprint reading, basic framing, and more.Approximately 30-hours of online, self-paced modules15-hours of hands-on instruction on October 21+22Student tool set to keepMust be 16+ to… more JobSiteReady | MOBILE | Online Instruction + Onsite Training