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SUMMARY:BSED March Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be held in-person in the Zoot Training and Event Space. Please RSVP to rsvp@bigskyeda.org if you are planning to attend. \n  \nExecutive Committee Packet_3.5.2025
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/bsed-march-executive-committee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Big Sky Economic Development – Venture Conference Room\, 201 N Broadway - Lower Level\, Billings\, MT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T093000
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SUMMARY:BSED March Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:March 13 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am \nThis 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. \n3/13/2025 EDA EDC Board Packet
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/bsed-march-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Big Sky Economic Development – Venture Conference Room\, 201 N Broadway - Lower Level\, Billings\, MT\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T150000
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SUMMARY:Start Smart: Your Guide to Building a Business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn 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\, and confidence to take the smart approach to launching your business. \nDon’t just start—Start Smart! Join us to set your entrepreneurial journey on the right track.
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/start-smart-your-guide-to-building-a-business/
LOCATION:Carnegie Library\, 314 McLeod St.\, Big Timber\, MT\, 59011\, United States
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SUMMARY:QuickBooks Overview & Setup: Get Your Business Ready to Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take control of your business finances but unsure where to start? This hands-on class will guide you through your journey as you explore the essentials of QuickBooks Online\, giving you the tools and confidence to manage your bookkeeping effectively. Whether you are new to bookkeeping\, transitioning to QuickBooks Online\, or just refreshing your knowledge and skills of your business books\, you’ll learn essential skills to manage your finances effectively. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nGetting Started with QBO: Learn the basics of QuickBooks Online\, including key features of the system such as:\n\nSetting up your business profile\nCustomizing settings to fit your business needs\n\n\n\n\nNavigating QBO: Explore the tools and features of QBO and learn to navigate the system to track income\, and expenses\, and manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks\n\n\nChart of Accounts Setup: Create and organize your Chart of Accounts—the foundation of your bookkeeping system—tailored to your business.\nAccounting Basics: Understand key accounting principles and the flow of bookkeeping to ensure accuracy and clarity in your financial records while managing your financial data\n\nThis class combines hands-on instruction with practical insights.  By the end of this class\, you’ll have your QuickBooks Online account set up and ready to track your business finances efficiently. Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or looking to simplify your bookkeeping or expand your skills\, this session will equip you with the foundational knowledge you need to succeed. \nBring your laptop to answer your specific questions during our hands-on session and be ready to dive in and get your business finances on track!
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/quickbooks-overview-setup-get-your-business-ready-to-thrive/
LOCATION:Big Sky Economic Development – Venture Conference Room\, 201 N Broadway - Lower Level\, Billings\, MT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T123000
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SUMMARY:March | What happens after SAM? - Unlock New Business Opportunities!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTopics include:\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/march-what-happens-after-sam-unlock-new-business-opportunities/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T180000
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SUMMARY:33rd Annual Jobs Jamboree
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URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/33rd-annual-jobs-jamboree/
LOCATION:MT
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SUMMARY:Celebrate National SBDC Day with a Special Screening of Edge of the Plains
DESCRIPTION:About National SBDC Day\nEach year during the third Wednesday in March our Montana SBDC participates in celebrating National SBDC Day. National Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) Day recognizes the thousands of SBDCs across the country supporting entrepreneurs in the pursuit of small business ownership. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe goal of the SBDC is to provide tools and guidance to help small businesses succeed. For an individual that is looking to start a new business or expand their existing business\, the SBDC network is the best place to start. The SBDC network supports ten regional centers across the state\, focusing on free one-on-one counseling and low cost training in areas such as financial analysis\, business planning\, strategic planning\, loan packaging\, financial projections and market research to help small businesses achieve their goals of growth\, innovation and success. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with Big Sky Economic Development\, the U.S. Small Business Administration\, and the Montana Department of Commerce. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\nCelebrate National SBDC Day with a Special Screening of Edge of the Plains \n\nEntrepreneurs are the backbone of Montana—driven by imagination\, resourcefulness\, and grit. In honor of National SBDC Day\, we’re bringing back Edge of the Plains\, the 2021 documentary showcasing the inspiring journeys of entrepreneurs across central and southeast Montana. \nThis film offers a rare glimpse into the determination it takes to build a thriving business from the ground up. Through setbacks\, resilience\, and unwavering passion\, these entrepreneurs turned ideas into reality\, shaping Montana’s economy along the way. \nJoin us\, Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025 at the Art House Cinema & Pub at 3:00 pm for a special screening of Edge of the Plains documentary with Q&A with the film producers and featured entrepreneurs. \n\nEvent Details: \n\nLocation: Art House Cinema & Pub \nTime: 3:00 – 5:30 pm\nDrinks & popcorn provided\n\n\nEvent Program: \n\n3:00 PM | Doors Open\n3:15 pm | Welcome\n3:30 pm | Edge of the Plains Screening Begins\n4:30 pm | Q&A with Film Producers & Featured Entrepreneurs\n5:30 pm | Event concludes\n\nJoin us for this special screening and celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship! \nPowered by: Big Sky Economic Development & Montana SBDC.
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/celebrate-national-sbdc-day-with-a-special-screening-of-edge-of-the-plains/
LOCATION:Arthouse Cinema\, 109 N. 30th St.\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T090000
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SUMMARY:Steve Arveschoug on Voices of Montana
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to Voices of Montana live Tuesday\, March 25th at 9 am! \nJoin Steve and Tom Schultz for an exciting hour-long chat you definitely won’t want to miss. \n  \nListen here: https://hubs.la/Q038C62B0
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/steve-arveschoug-on-voices-of-montana/
LOCATION:MT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T100000
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SUMMARY:Social Media 101
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve got a Facebook page for your business. Maybe you’ve even “boosted” your posts a time or two. But how do you know if your efforts are really helping you meet your marketing goals? \nThis workshop will discuss some key components incorporating social media into your business marketing plan\, including: \n\nDemographics and usage of the main social media platforms (Facebook\, Twitter\, Instagram\, YouTube\, Linked-In)\nUsing social media as a tool for communicating with your customers\nSetting appropriate goals for your social media presence\nPaid advertising\nDebunking some common myths about social media reach.\n\nThis workshop is $20 to attend. Workshop is facilitated by Girl Geek Communications.
URL:https://bigskyeconomicdevelopment.org/event/social-media-101/
LOCATION:The Front Porch\, 109 W. 1st\, Laurel\, MT\, 59044\, United States
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