Business Growth Services • Community Development • New Business Recruitment
Wednesday, August 12 at 9 a.m. The Montana STEP grant is now accepting applications for international marketing activities through September 29, 2027. The current reimbursement rate is 75% up to $10,000, plus up to $3,000 of international travel expenses. To Register: Click Here
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 Start Smart: A Guide to Building a Business
Wednesday, August 26, 8:00 am -3:00 pm, Delta Colonial Hotel, 2301 Colonial Drive, Helena. Discover cutting-edge Smart Manufacturing technologies with expert presentations and live demonstrations. Hear from a panel of fellow Montana manufacturers. Connect with technology vendors, consultants, and integrators. Learn about partner organizations and resources to assist you with successful implementations. To Register: Click… more Montana Smart Manufacturing Roadshow
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… more Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
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 2026 Executive Committee Packet
Wednesday & Thursday, September 9 & 10, 9 am - 5 pm, Valley Federal Credit Union Join Becky Rosenleaf of KLJ and our own Tracy McIntyre for a practical two-day training designed to help co-ops, nonprofits, local government and community leaders, and mission-driven organizations strengthen their grant writing skills, build confidence, and secure more funding… more Grant Writing 101: Two-Day Training
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 2026 EDA EDC Joint Board Packet
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 Start Smart: A Guide to Building a Business
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!
