MEDA -Montana Economic Developers Association

How to master the art of small talk

A guide to having actually interesting conversations with strangers.

TechLink – Spring Into These Technology Opportunities – Navy Breakthrough Makes Artificial Muscles a Reality and More…

You’re facing challenges in your business, too. Using the right tools can help you power through them. The good news is you have the benefits of a great team on your side, as researchers from the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs are developing innovative technology with uses far and wide across industries. We’re here to help you connect with the perfect fit — at no additional cost to you — by licensing these technologies for your company.

Montana counties: Keep eye out for legislators ‘playing politics’ with popular bill

Veto override poll is out for marijuana redistribution bill, but some Republicans won’t participate

Missoula Economic Partnership March 2024 Newsletter is Here!

Dislocated Worker Resources

With demand expected to double, Missoula airport updates long-term plan

Airport officials’ projections suggest Missoula could serve 1.5 million passengers annually by 2044, driven by factors including increasing population.

Amazon cuts the ribbon on Missoula facility, first in Montana

Company says new logistics building means 100-plus jobs, faster deliveries.

You’re Invited: Dorsey’s Privacy Titans – Optimizing Our Neural Networks (4/16) – Online

Come join us to hear about the latest privacy and cybersecurity developments and the key items to put on your 2024 roadmap.

Native American Business Summit comes to Billings – 4/4

The Billings Chamber of Commerce presents the Native American Business Summit sponsored by Wells Fargo for all Indigenous entrepreneurs, makers and creators on Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Montana State University Billings in the Glacier Room.

Registration is open for the Women’s Leadership Conference at Montana State on May 20

The conference features breakout sessions and guest speakers. This year’s theme is “Leading at Every Level.”

White House Announces New Resources for Small Child Care Businesses

The administration is planning to lean on the U.S. Small Business Administration to help it dispatch funds to alleviate America’s growing child care crisis.

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