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

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!

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

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

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 POSTPONED | STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING DATE CHANGE FOR Big Sky Economic Development 2025 Annual Meeting

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