MEDA -Montana Economic Developers Association

Newberry events venue scheduled to open in September in downtown Great Falls

The Great Falls Development Authority announced a new events venue that is slated to open in downtown Great Falls this fall.

Help! How Can I Be a Better Mentor?

There’s more to helping someone succeed than giving top-down advice. Megan explains.

Montana Commerce Department Awards $730,000 in Business Development Funds to Create 99 New Jobs for Montanans

The two competitive reimbursement grant programs support long-term, sustainable business growth by encouraging the creation of good-paying jobs and training workers to fill new jobs.

These Business Owners Banded Together to Save Their Downtown. Now, They’re Reaping the Rewards

“Most of us, as a community, jumped in with both feet to say, ‘We need to stay positive, strong, unified, and help each other out,'” says Paris. “It’s a true statement of what can happen when a community gets together. They can do just about anything.”

‘Zoom town:’ What does Butte, Montana’s appeal to remote workers mean for city’s economy?

The Today Show recently listed Butte as a popular town that remote workers are moving to, a home away from home.

15 leaders share secrets to creating an authentic brand that inspires connections

Success in the modern business world depends on developing an authentic, genuine brand that makes customers feel understood and appreciated.

Is My Project Too Small for Financing? – Big Sky Finance

When determining if a project is eligible for SBA 504 financing it’s easy to think of utilizing the program for larger projects. However, small projects could also benefit from the SBA 504 Loan.

Tips for Successfully Promoting Virtual Events in 2021 – Eventgroove

Even down the road when the pandemic abates, the event landscape (like the workplace) will be forever changed—though live events will return, virtual events are here to stay.

Great Falls Development Authority – May Business Trainings

Whether you’re just getting started, looking for new customers, wanting to grow sales through e-commerce, or focusing on workforce.
We’re here to help.

Important Announcements from Prospera

Montana Women’s Business Center Inaugural $15,000 Impact Grant awarded to these three Women-owned Montana businesses:

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