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SUMMARY:Great Falls\, Montana Data Center Task Force Meeting - 8/26
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us for the fifth Data Center Task Force meeting featuring Bob Morris. Mr. Morris is a Butte\, MT native and a Montana Tech engineering alumnus. Mr. Morris has worked in electric power for the past 40 years\, focusing on protection and control of electric power systems around the world\, including the high voltage power grid\, large industrial power plants\, and data centers. Mr. Morris currently serves as the Lance Energy Chair at Montana Tech and is a member of Governor Gianforte’s Energy Task Force. \nAttendance is in person.
URL:https://matr.net/event/great-falls-montana-data-center-task-force-meeting-8-26/
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SUMMARY:Protect Your Ideas - 8/27 - Kalispell
DESCRIPTION:Protect Your Ideas\n\n\nAugust 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in learning about Intellectual property and resources\, then join us on August 27\, 2026 at 10:00 – 11:00 AM to meet with the Acting Director of the Northwest Frontier Community Engagement Office for USPTO. \nIf you are unfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe discussion will cover:
URL:https://matr.net/event/protect-your-ideas-8-27-kalispell/
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SUMMARY:“Our Youth in the Age of AI” Code Girls United -  Aug. 27 - Whitefish\, Montana
DESCRIPTION:Code Girls United to Host Meaningful Community Discussion\, Silent Auction\, Raffle \nTickets must be purchased in advance by End of Business Monday\, August 24th.\n“Our Youth in the Age of AI” event on Aug. 27 \nCode Girls United (CGU) is proud to announce its upcoming event\, “Our Youth in the Age of AI”\, an interactive reception and panel discussion scheduled for Thursday\, August 27\, 2026\, at the O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center in Whitefish\, at 5 p.m. \n“This event serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue between a current industry leader and the\nstudents who will soon lead those same industries\,” said Marianne Smith\, Code Girls United CEO.\n“By bringing these perspectives together\, we hope to foster a community-wide understanding of AI’s\nrole in our children’s education and future careers.” \nThe event begins with a reception and interactive showcase\, followed by the discussion panel at 6\np.m. In a community-centered approach\, the panel will address questions submitted by the public\nthrough the event’s ticket purchase link\, ensuring the conversation reflects local interests and\nconcerns regarding technology’s future. \nGuests are invited to enjoy casual bites and beverages while exploring student-led display tables\nfeaturing the CGU AI Academy\, CGU afterschool program and award-winning student apps.\nAttendees may also participate in a silent auction and purchase raffle tickets for prizes valued at up to\n$1\,200. Event tickets are $20 and will be sold in advance only. Tickets can be purchased online at:\nhttp://www.codegirlsunited.org/events. \nFounded in 2016\, Code Girls United is a nonprofit organization providing free after-school\nprogramming for fourth to eighth-grade girls and tribal high school girls in Montana. Code Girls\nUnited’s mission is: To expand the future career opportunities of 4th – 8th grade girls through\nhands-on experiences in coding\, technology\, and business.AI-panel-flyer-new-v2 (2) \nTo learn more\, please visit the Code Girls United website at: http://www.codegirlsunited.org.
URL:https://matr.net/event/our-youth-in-the-age-of-ai-code-girls-united-aug-27-whitefish-montana/
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SUMMARY:The University of Montana is now accepting applications for our next Regional I-Corps Cohort\, running September 1 through September 30\, 2026.
DESCRIPTION:The University of Montana is now accepting applications for our next Regional I-Corps Cohort\, running September 1 through September 30\, 2026. \nIf you are a researcher\, faculty member\, student\, entrepreneur\, startup founder\, or innovator trying to understand whether your idea has real market potential\, this program is designed to help you figure that out. \nOver five weeks\, participants use a proven customer discovery process to test assumptions\, better understand customer needs\, refine their value proposition\, and explore possible commercialization pathways. The experience can also strengthen future SBIR/STTR and other grant proposals by providing real-world market validation and evidence of stakeholder engagement. \nIf you are working on a technology\, research discovery\, or startup idea\, we would love to connect with you. And if someone in your network should see this\, please share it with them. \n\nThe Regional I-Corps training at University of Montana spans five weeks\, offering a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL). \nSession Dates:\n\nOrientation: Wed\, September 2 – 4:00–5:30 PM MST\nSession 1: Mon\, September 7 – 4:00–7:00 PM MST\nSession 2: Wed\, September 9 – 4:00–7:00 PM MST\nSession 3 : Wed\, September 16 – 4:00–7:00 PM MSTSession 4: Wed\, September 23 – 4:00–7:00 PM MSTSession 5 : Wed\, September 30 – (Finale)\, 4:00–7:00 PM MST\n\n\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, August 16\n\n\n\nThe University of Montana (UM) Regional I-Corps program is a free innovation bootcamp that teaches researchers and entrepreneurs how to transition technology from the lab to the market. The 3-to-5-week courses focus heavily on customer discovery\, the business model canvas\, and identifying product-market fit. [1\, 2\, 3\, 4\, 5]\nThe University of Montana is a key partner in the NSF-funded Great Plains I-Corps Hub\, which spans eight states across the Midwest and Mountain West. Completing a Regional I-Corps cohort is a mandatory prerequisite for qualifying for the prestigious National NSF I-Corps Teams program. [1\, 2\, 3]\n\n\nCore Program Details\n\n\n\nTime Commitment: Participants should expect to dedicate roughly 8-10 hours weekly.\n\n\n\n\nTeam Structure: Teams must consist of at least an Entrepreneurial Lead (EL) and a Technical Lead (TL).\n\n\n\n\nCost: The innovation bootcamp and customer discovery training are completely free.\n\n\n\n\nBenefits: Qualifying program participants are often eligible for travel awards (e.g.\, $1\,500 for certain cohorts) and direct access to trained industry mentors. [1\, 2\, 3]\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Cohort Dates & Registration\n\n\nApplications for the Fall 2026 cohort are currently accepting participants.\n\n\n\nDates: September 1 through September 30.\n\n\n\n\nFormat: Taught virtually\, making it highly accessible without the need for travel.\n\n\n\n\nHow to Apply: Review application requirements and submit your details on the official National Science Foundation I-Corps | University of Montana page. You can also view more upcoming regional events directly on the Great Plains I-Corps Hub Events platform. [1\, 2\, 3]
URL:https://matr.net/event/the-university-of-montana-is-now-accepting-applications-for-our-next-regional-i-corps-cohort-running-september-1-through-september-30-2026/
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SUMMARY:Montana Rural Impact Forum - 9/9-10 - Great Falls
DESCRIPTION:Save the date and join us for the Montana Rural Impact Forum!\nConnect with federal partners and programs to support thriving communities. \n  \nWhen: September 9 and 10\, 2026\nWhere: University of Providence\, University Center\n1301 20th St South\nGreat Falls\, Montana\nRegister Now\nContacts: \nTash Wisemiller | tash.wisemiller@usda.gov\nJolene Schalper | jschalper@growgreatfalls.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-rural-impact-forum-9-9-10-great-falls/
LOCATION:University of Providence\, 1301 20th St S\, Great Falls\, 59405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Headwaters Tech Hub Summit 2026 Join Us in Missoula Sept 9-11\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Headwaters Tech Hub Summit 2026 brings together leaders\, builders\, and partners from across Montana and beyond to focus on what it takes to strengthen our tech ecosystem for the long term. Rooted in place and driven by people\, the Summit is a space to connect ideas to actions – aligning innovation\, workforce\, and investment around shared priorities. Together\, we’ll dig into real challenges\, surface opportunities\, and build the relationships that help Montana compete and lead on a national and global stage \n\n  \n\nRegister now\n\n\nHeadwaters Tech Hub Newsletter – Inaugural Edition\n\nOur Vision \nHeadwaters Tech Hub envisions a vibrant\, tech-ready Montana where innovation drives a thriving and resilient tech economy\, expanding access to good-paying jobs and improving quality of life across the state.\nOur Mission \nWe help Montana build technologies that matter – globally and locally. Anchored in smart optical sensing systems and their applications in key sectors for Montana\, we work to drive innovation\, spur entrepreneurship\, and ensure equitable access to high-quality jobs across our state.
URL:https://matr.net/event/headwaters-tech-hub-summit-2026-join-us-in-missoula-sept-9-11-2026/
LOCATION:Adams Center  – University of Montana\, 32 Campus Drive\, MISSOULA\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Monthly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Board Meetings (and all meetings) are open to the public and we welcome all to attend and participate. The Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 11 am – 12:30 pm Mountain Time.
URL:https://matr.net/event/big-sky-passenger-rail-authority-may-10th-board-meeting/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Online\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Montana Employment Law Seminar - Parsons Behle & Latimer - 9/15 - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Tues.\, Sept. 15\, 2026  |  8 a.m. to 1 p.m.\nResidence Inn Downtown | 125 N. Pattee St. | Missoula\, Montana \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join Big Sky SHRM and Parsons Behle & Latimer for the Montana Employment Law Seminar\, geared toward providing contemporary legal information in employment and labor matters to business owners\, human resource professionals and corporate counsel. \nPresentation topics include:
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-employment-law-seminar-parsons-behle-latimer-9-15-missoula/
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SUMMARY:Registration Now Open for Montana Department of Commerce Governor's Conference on Tourism - 9/16-18 - Great Falls
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the 2026 Montana Department of Commerce Governor’s Conference on Tourism\, Sept. 16-18. This event will be hosted in Great Falls\, “The Electric City\,” where we’ll hear from industry leaders and get the inside scoop on the current state of tourism in Big Sky Country. \nThis year\, we’ve traded the traditional conference format for the open road. In place of standard breakout sessions\, we’re proud to offer rural immersive experiences. These sessions provide hands-on learning designed to show you exactly what our landscapes need to thrive. You’ll step directly into the heart of Montana’s rural communities to see the challenges and triumphs of hospitality firsthand. \nConference Highlights: \n\nIndustry insights: Hear directly from leaders about the data and trends shaping Montana’s travel industry.\nRural immersive experiences: Engage in high-impact\, hands-on learning that offers the tools needed to promote and develop our unique markets and services.\nStrategic networking: Connect with peers and innovators to challenge your perspective and expand your professional circle.\n\nEarly bird rate of $400 is available until June 30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://matr.net/event/registration-now-open-for-montana-department-of-commerce-governors-conference-on-tourism-9-16-18-great-falls/
LOCATION:Mansfield Convention Center\, 2 Park Dr S\, Great Falls\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
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SUMMARY:2026 MEDA Fall Conference - Sept. 22-24 - Sidney\, Montana
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2026 MEDA Fall Conference!\nJoin us in Sidney\, Montana\, for two days of networking\, collaboration\, professional development\, and engaging discussions focused on strengthening economic development across Montana. Connect with colleagues\, community leaders\, and industry partners while exploring innovative ideas\, sharing best practices\, and building valuable relationships. \nThe conference will also feature the MEDA Awards Ceremony\, recognizing outstanding individuals\, organizations\, and projects making a significant impact on economic development throughout Montana. \n*** \n\n\nMEDA is currently accepting speaker proposals for the Fall 2026 Conference Sept. 22-24\, Sidney\, Montana!\n\nWe’re looking for speakers who can share real-world experiences\, practical strategies\, and ideas that can help strengthen community and economic development across Montana.
URL:https://matr.net/event/2026-meda-fall-conference-sept-22-24-sidney-montana/
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SUMMARY:Tell Us Something - The Pursuit of Happiness -   9/23 - University of Montana Dennison Theater
DESCRIPTION:  \nTell Us Something presents live storytelling on the theme “Pursuit of Happiness”\nThe George and Jane Dennison Theatre\, Dennison Theater\, Missoula\, MT 59812\, USA\nWed\, Sep 23\, 7pm – 9:30pm MDT \n Get tickets \n\n\nThank you!\n\n\n\nTickets for good\, not greed!\nHumanitix takes the booking fees we all hate paying and dedicates 100% of profits to charity.
URL:https://matr.net/event/tell-us-something-the-pursuit-of-happiness-9-23/
LOCATION:University of Montana’s Dennison Theatre\, 32 Campus Dr #110\, Missoula\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:“The Future of AI” Conference - 10/1-2 - Montana State University
DESCRIPTION:Montana State University will host an interdisciplinary symposium Oct. 1-2 to explore the possibilities and challenges of artificial intelligence for human knowledge. \n“The Future of AI” conference\, sponsored by the Interdisciplinary Institute on Artificial Intelligence at MSU\, will be held on campus. Attendance includes lunch and an evening reception on Thursday\, and a light breakfast and coffee on Friday. The event is free and open to the public\, but registration is required. \n“The rise of artificial intelligence has fundamentally transformed how knowledge is created\, shared and understood while raising profound intellectual questions that cut across every discipline and field of inquiry\,” said Doralyn Rossmann\, co-founder of the Institute on Artificial Intelligence and dean of the MSU Library. “As AI becomes increasingly embedded in research\, education and public life\, we must carefully examine its implications for the production of knowledge and truth.” \nThe event will feature MSU experts and guest speakers from across the nation to address topics including the modes of research and creative work that are possible with AI\, how AI will affect the transmission and preservation of human knowledge\, whether AI will be a reliable source of knowledge and whether AI poses a threat to having an informed citizenry.
URL:https://matr.net/event/the-future-of-ai-conference-10-1-2-montana-state-university/
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SUMMARY:Montana Ambassadors Seattle Speaker Series:  Aerospace in Montana - 10/8
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a focused conversation on the growing aerospace industry in Montana.\nOur Speakers Include:\nRichard White\, Senior Manager\, State & Local Government Operations\, Boeing\nJohn Janicki\, President\, Janicki Industries\nTodd O’Hair\, President & CEO\, Montana Chamber of Commerce  \nWe’ll cover: \n\nBoeing’s experience successfully operating in Helena\nWhy Janicki Industries chose Great Falls for their manufacturing campus expansion and their go-forward plans\nHow the Chamber of Commerce and the Montana Department of Commerce attract new companies to move to\, or expand in\, Montana
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-ambassadors-seattle-speaker-series-aerospace-in-montana-10-8/
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SUMMARY:406 Transfusion: Injecting youth into the care continuum - 10/13-14 - Fairmont Hot Springs
DESCRIPTION:The Work-based Learning Collaborative\, in partnership with Montana Primary Care Association\, is hosting 406 Transfusion: Injecting youth into the care continuum October 13-14 at Fairmont Hot Springs. We invite healthcare professionals\, education partners\, and workforce leaders building the next generation of the workforce to join us for conversations on building physical and behavior health pathways! \nWe are thrilled to have international speaker and author Lisa Walden of Good Company Consulting deliver her keynote Bridging the Generation Gap: Building Healthcare Teams Where Everyone Thrives on October 13.  And we deeply appreciate Hollis Salway of Denver Health joining us for our second keynote on the power of engaging youth and young adults in talent pipelines on October 14. \nEarly bird pricing ends September 1. Learn more and register here! \nThank you to our supporters & sponsors: Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation\, Partnership for Advancing Youth Apprenticeship\, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana\, Area Health Education Center (AHEC)\, Billings Clinic\, Montana HOSA\, Montana Hospital Association\, Montana Office of Rural Health\, St. Peters Health\, Treasure State Strategies\, LLC
URL:https://matr.net/event/406-transfusion-injecting-youth-into-the-care-continuum/
LOCATION:Fairmont  Hot  Springs  Resort\, 1500 Fairmont Rd\, Anaconda\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Startup World Cup - 10/21 - University of Montana - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:Startup World Cup is a series of global startup conferences and competitions\, powered by Pegasus Tech Ventures. It consists of 100+ regional startup competitions in more than 20 different countries around the world\, leading up to the Grand Finale in Silicon Valley. The top startups from each regional event will fly out to the USA to compete for a $1\,000\,000 prize. The Grand Finale for Startup World Cup 2026 will be held in San Francisco\, California at the Hilton Union Square.
URL:https://matr.net/event/startup-world-cup-10-21-university-of-montana-missoula/
LOCATION:University of Montana Center Ballroom\, 32 Campus Dr\, Missoula\, MT\, United States
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DESCRIPTION:This training takes place on November 5th and 6th from 9AM – 12PM. People management is some of the most rewarding and demanding work we will tackle in our careers. During this two-session course\, we will break down essential management principles and equip you with practical tools to navigate real-world management challenges. We will delve into the advantages and methods required to become an effective coach\, mentor\, and leader by learning strategies to effectively grow and develop your team using a coaching style to management.
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SUMMARY:Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Monthly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Board Meetings (and all meetings) are open to the public and we welcome all to attend and participate. The Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 11 am – 12:30 pm Mountain Time.
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DESCRIPTION:Tourism leaders across Montana are invited to save the date for the Voices of Montana Tourism Summit on Thursday\, November 12\, 2026\, at the Montana Heritage Center in Helena. \nAs we prepare for the 2027 Montana Legislative Session\, there has never been a more important time for our industry to come together with one voice. \nThis full-day summit will bring together tourism professionals\, destination organizations\, chambers of commerce\, hospitality businesses\, community leaders\, and industry partners for practical training on legislative engagement and advocacy. Attendees will learn how to effectively communicate with policymakers\, strengthen relationships with elected officials\, and share consistent\, data-driven messages about the value of Montana’s visitor economy. \nWhether you’re new to advocacy or an experienced industry leader\, you’ll leave with new tools\, stronger connections\, and greater confidence to help shape policies that support Montana’s communities and visitor economy. \nAdditional details\, speakers\, agenda\, and registration information will be announced soon. \nWe hope you’ll join us as we work together to strengthen tourism’s voice across Montana. \nThanks\, \nDax Schieffer\nVoices of Montana Tourism
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DESCRIPTION:Monthly Board Meetings (and all meetings) are open to the public and we welcome all to attend and participate. The Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 11 am – 12:30 pm Mountain Time.
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URL:https://matr.net/event/big-sky-passenger-rail-authority-may-10th-board-meeting/2028-01-12/
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URL:https://matr.net/event/big-sky-passenger-rail-authority-may-10th-board-meeting/2028-03-08/
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URL:https://matr.net/event/big-sky-passenger-rail-authority-may-10th-board-meeting/2028-05-10/
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URL:https://matr.net/event/big-sky-passenger-rail-authority-may-10th-board-meeting/2028-09-13/
LOCATION:Online\, MT\, United States
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URL:https://matr.net/event/big-sky-passenger-rail-authority-may-10th-board-meeting/2028-11-08/
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