Headwaters Tech Hub awarded Designation and Strategy Development Grant |
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Members of the Headwaters Tech Hub team gathered at the University of Montana's Missoula College to hear President Biden announce the newly designated Regional Innovation and Tech Hubs. That's our team bottom right, including Scott Whittenburg, Matt Olson, Lynn-Wood Fields, Brigitta Miranda-Freer, Crystal Little Owl, Zia Maumenee, Patty Cox, Shane Kravik, Jennifer Stephens, MBA, ASBC, Katherine Booher, M.A., Jenny Wagoner
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2023 Annual Members Meeting | Titans of Business Oro y Plata Awards |
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On Tuesday, October 24th the Montana Chamber brought together business leaders and public officials from across the Treasure State for our 2023 Annual Membership Meeting and Titans of Business Oro y Plata Awards presented by Weyerhaeuser for an engaging panel discussion and talk, followed by an evening of valuable networking opportunities. Distinguished guest speakers comprised of members of the Governor's cabinet, shared their perspectives on the four pillars of our Envision 2026 strategic plan: infrastructure, business climate, entrepreneurship, and workforce development. We also gained valuable insights into Montana's tax landscape from Evan Wilson of Moore Information Group. His presentation is available here.
During the event, we had the privilege of honoring exceptional individuals within Montana's business community through the presentation of the Titans of Business Oro y Plata Awards. Thank you to First Lady Susan and Gov. Gianforte for being there to give out the awards. Please join us in congratulating our awardees.
Legacy Award: Berg Garage
Montana Chamber Foundation Innovation in Education Award: Jody Sandru, Twin Bridges High School
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We also presented Gov. Gianforte the "Open for Business Award." He has made it a priority to improve the #businessclimate here in the Treasure State. Our success during the 68th Legislative Session was made possible through collaboration with the Governor and his Administration. Our priorities were often aligned, especially on HB212 to increase the business equipment tax exemption. Without the Governor's signature our ten priority pieces of legislation, and other key bills supporting #workforcedevelopment, #infrastructure, and #entrepreneurship would not have become law.
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THANK YOU to Our Legislative Partners in Policy |
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KICKING OFF TOMORROW: Thurs, Nov. 2-3 in Bozeman
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The Montana Chamber is proud to sponsor Early Stage Montana taking place on November 2-3 at the Kimpton Armory in Bozeman to access expert guidance to elevate your startup. They've got a jam-packed lineup with insider industry insights, strategies to navigate early challenges, funding expertise, and practical growth tips for your startup. Connect with like-minded founders, investors, and innovators who all share your passion for building the future in Montana.
On Friday afternoon, Mary Craigle, Montana Department of Commerce, Bureau Chief, Research & Information Services Division will be speaking to the "Just Announced: Montana's Tech Hubs Designation and the Upcoming Opportunity."
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This award can help the state become a global leader in new applications for optics, photonics, and autonomous technologies in the coming decade. The award is designed to support sector development around photonic remote sensing technologies and their deployment in autonomous systems for applications in agriculture, disaster prevention, and natural resource management.
Hear more about what this means for the state and for startups first-hand from Craigle who led Montana's response.
Explore the additional speaker lineup, masterclasses, and roundtables showcasing over 20 esteemed tech industry leaders, and register today here.
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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... |
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Governor Greg Gianforte and First Lady Susan Gianforte invite you to attend or sponsor the 3rd Annual Governor’s Christmas Gala on Saturday, December 9 from 6:00-10:00 PM at the Helena Civic Center. Dinner, hosted bar, and dancing with music by Wylie and the Wild West. "Dress up" encouraged.
Proceeds go to the First Lady's Treasure State Foundation, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization, and the primary funder of Montana’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
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The Central Montana Childcare Alliance (CMCA) invites the public to an upcoming community meeting entitled, “Childcare is a Business Affair” on Wednesday, November 15 from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at the Yogo Inn in Lewistown (211 E. Main). This meeting will explore innovative approaches to enhance childcare options in support of economic development in Central Montana. The agenda includes presentations about national, state, and local trends in the childcare industry and how that affects business/community growth, highlights of CMCA’s accomplishments to date, and a discussion about next steps to take as a community to address ongoing childcare needs in Fergus, Judith Basin, and Petroleum Counties. Presenters include the following childcare and economic development experts from around the state:
• Scott Wolff - Former Director of Workforce Development for Great Falls Chamber of Commerce; US Chamber Foundation Early Childhood & Business Advisory Council Member
• Sheridan Johnson – Government Relations Specialist for the Montana Chamber of Commerce; US Chamber Foundation Early Childhood & Business Advisory Council Member
• Jason Nitschke - Senior Child Care Business Advisor for Zero to Five Montana
• Julie Walsh – Central Montana Childcare Alliance Board President; Central Montana Business Owner
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WED-FRI, MARCH 6-8, 2024
AC Hotel Bozeman Downtown | Kimpton Armory Hotel
Lodging $179 / night
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Join us for our first Montana Women in Business Summit, March 6-8, 2024 for two and a half days of educational programming and networking at the AC Bozeman Hotel and Kimpton Armory Hotel in downtown Bozeman with proceeds going to fund our childcare policy initiatives in the 2025 Montana Legislature. As part of the Summit we will join the world in celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday, March 8, 2024.
By empowering women in business and women entrepreneurs, the Montana Chamber can play a pivotal role in creating a more diverse, innovative, and prosperous business environment for all. Let’s come together to celebrate the achievements of women in business and pave the way for a more inclusive and prosperous future.
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EARLY BIRD PRICING until Dec 31, 2023
Full Conference Registration: $395 / per person
IWD Power Lunch Ticket: $125 / per person
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FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Candace Carr Strauss, VP, Marketing & Communications at Candace@MontanaChamber.com | 406.640.1331
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The C & B mission is to exceed customers’ expectations by providing the highest quality products, service and aftermarket support. By creating an environment that provides all our employees the opportunity to grow, we are solidifying the long-term success of our business. We will continually focus on sound business management to ensure our continued presence in rural America for our customers and communities in which they live.
From Idaho to South Dakota, C & B Equipment offers a variety of locations and services to best support your needs and operations. Whether you’re looking to buy a new John Deere or needing assistance with a used side-by-side, our expert staff is waiting and ready to help.
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