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SUMMARY:BSED January Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n1.9.25 BSED Board Meeting Packet
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/bsed-january-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:MT
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SUMMARY:January - Startup Roadmap
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to turn your business dreams into reality? This workshop is tailor-made for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to kickstart their ventures. Join us for an insightful exploration of the crucial elements in launching a successful business. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the fundamental aspects of starting a business. We cover essential topics such as start-up costs\, financing options\, and business planning\, providing you with the knowledge and tools needed to kickstart your venture. Our workshop provides the essential information and resources to start a business. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and set your entrepreneurial journey on the right track!
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/january-startup-roadmap/
LOCATION:201 North Broadway
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SUMMARY:Procurement Readiness Academy
DESCRIPTION:WHY ENROLL? \nIn just 10 weeks\, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to start competing for government contracts successfully. Stop wasting time and money trying to figure it out alone. This program will help you:\n– Establish a strong foundation for success in the government market.\n– Prepare\, qualify\, and chart a clear roadmap to secure the types of opportunities you’re targeting.\n– Develop a focused strategy and actionable plan to achieve your business goals. \nPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: \n\nDuration: 10 weeks\nTraining: 10 video courses (assigned 1 per week)\nGroup Coaching: 10 weekly Zoom meetings on Thursdays at 9 a.m. MST\nOne-on-One Support: flexible office hours if you need help\nLifetime Access to all cohort training materials\nTime Commitment: 4 to 5 hours per week\n\nWHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR? \nNew Government Contractors: If you’re looking to establish your business in the government marketplace\, win contracts faster\, and boost your success rate\, this program is for you.\nEstablished Government Contractors: If you’ve been pursuing government contracts for a year or more but haven’t achieved the results you expected\, this program will help you identify the gaps and refine your approach. \n  \nIf you are interested in participating or securing your spot\, please reach out to Tereza Brownell at 406.869.8414 or email her at tereza@bigskyeda.org
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/procurement-readiness-academy/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Small Business Webinar Training Series
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URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/small-business-webinar-training-series/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rooted Rights | Protecting Indigenous Data
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS OPEN! \nJoin us for an educational and interactive discussion focused on\nthe protection of indigenous data and the use of copyright law in the U.S.Presented by: ROOTED RIGHTS\nCo-Founders: Holly Old Crow\, J.D. and Jennifer Webber\, J.D. \nDate: January 14\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 to 3:00pm\n@Rock31 \n\n201 N Broadway\, Billings MT
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/rooted-rights-protecting-indigenous-data/
LOCATION:Rock31\, 201 N Broadway\, Billings\, 59101\, United States
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SUMMARY:January - What Happens After SAM?
DESCRIPTION:Unlock New Business Opportunities! \nPlease 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. \n– Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds\n– Conducting market research\n– Federal purchasing vehicles (methods)\n– Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices\n– Marketing your business to government agencies\n– Tips on finding subcontracting opportunities\n– Q & A session \nWho should attend?  \nAny business in any industry that is interested in developing a focused market strategy for the government segment. It is not a requirement to already be registered in SAM or eMACS to attend the training. However\, we will not be going over the registration process in this training.
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/january-what-happens-after-sam/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:B2B Reboot – Sandy\, UT
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Veteran or Military Spouse Recently Departed from the Service? \nCourse Objectives: \n\nTo assist participants in understanding the steps\, stages\, and activities related to launching and growing a business as a post-military career.\nTo help participants understand how business ownership might align (or not) with their own personal strength and life goals.\nTo provide introductory training and orientation to the fundamental tools and strategies associated with executing plans to launch a new business.
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/b2b-reboot-sandy-ut/
LOCATION:Miller Center at Salt Lake Community College\, 9690 South 300 West\, Sandy\, Utah\, Miller Center at Salt Lake Community College\, 9690 South 300 West\, Sandy\, Utah
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