MONTANA

Restricted Share Private Equity Exchange Debuts

Prior to PEQX, it was difficult and time consuming to find S.E.C. Accredited Investors interested in purchasing previously issued restricted shares.

Act now on global warming, says University of Montana professor Steve Running.

“How many streams are closed to fishing in July and August due to low flows, high temperatures and limited dissolved oxygen?” Running asked rhetorically. “I think that whole issue starts with our snow melting earlier, and I think we’re in for more of it.”

Economic Outlook Seminar Heads to Nine Montana Cities

“As I travel around the state, the most frequent concerns raised by businesses relate to workforce development,” Polzin said. “Unemployment is low, but Montana employers say that workers may not be properly equipped to meet the specific demands of available jobs. Workforce development is essential to correcting the imbalances between labor supply and demand.”

Native Entrepreneurship Nationwide & In South Dakota – A Summary Report to the Northwest Area Foundation

The rate of Native
entrepreneurial
activity is growing
nationally and
entrepreneurship
can help Native
communities
overcome poverty
and achieve
economic growth.

Cell phones not just a luxury across rural Montana. Group pushes for cell-phone tower in Swan Valley

The ability of your small town to attract, say, a new doctor or small business while the no-cell-service town down the road goes begging is seen as a necessity.

Montana should see steady investment in telecommunications over the next five years

Global Insight predicts that will slow somewhat in the next five years, but still be strong. Montana should see another 6.5 percent growth in tech jobs between 2007 and 2012. That ranks it 19th in the nation and ahead of the 5.8 percent national average for that period.

Montana University regents to share wish list with governor

Talking to the governor early in the year, rather than waiting until the end of the year when the governor’s budget is ready to go to the 2009 Legislature, is one strategy suggested to the Board of Regents by its task force on the problem of hiring and keeping good employees.

2007 was a good year for economic development funding in Montana..

For more information on these programs or for application forms and application checklists, please visit our website above. Thank you very much and we look forward to assist you making economic development happen for you.

TechRanch and Rocky Mountain Venture Capital Association Present 2008 Venture Capital and Networking Reception, 01/10, Bozeman

James Wagar, Principal from Buerk Dale Victor, LLC, will present a one hour workshop for entrepreneurs seeking Angel and/or Venture Capital. He will provide an overview of what Venture Capital and Private Equity investors expect from entrepreneurs seeking capital.

Montana State University Agricultural Research Centers seeking matching funds for projects

The EARC is currently working on forming a capital campaign committee to be in charge of the entire process for the area.

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For over 25 years, Zoot Enterprises has been a global provider of advanced origination, acquisition, and decision management solutions.

Our range includes a flat range from 10-100 yards as well as a 20 target walking course for more realistic simulation of hunting scenarios.

SBA 504 Loans offered statewide! Real estate and equipment, acquisitions, renovation, and new construction. Low, fixed-rates up to 25 years with as little as 10% down.