News Category: Careers

Great Falls Economic Development Wins Two National Awards

We are excited to earn these awards! Results Matter. Thank you to the outstanding GFDA staff team, volunteer leaders, investors, partners, and, most importantly, our incredible clients!!!

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11 Montana Companies Make the Inc. 5000 list – Many Seeking Top Talent

Inc.’s annual guide to the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S.–and how they reached their lofty heights.

States Can Foster Job Growth if Lifelong Learning is at Play

I was with Montana Gov. Steve Bullock when he released the newest National Governors Association report, “Governor’s Action Guide to Achieving Good Jobs for All Americans,” at the opening session of NGA’s summer meeting.

Missoula County leads state in new job creation

Missoula County’s non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate also fell to 2.5% compared to the statewide rate of 2.7%.

How unpaid internships hurt all workers and worsen income inequality

When middle-class or low-income students can’t afford to be cheap labor, those unpaid internships effectively shut them out of their desired career paths—while opening doors for privileged students who already have a leg up.

The Innovations of the Creative Class Affect a Rural Area’s Fortunes

A new study measures innovation and shows that when found in rural areas, it is tied to significant presence of the creative class.

The Red Ants Pants Foundation Girls Leadership Program Inviting High School Juniors to Participate

The program consists of a cohort of eight girls entering their junior year of high-school, eight female mentors and a team of professional facilitators.