MONTANA

"Hands of Harvest," maps way to working artists, craftspeople, bed-and-breakfasts, local restaurants, farms and ranches and guide services and other attractions in the Golden Triangle of Montana.

This 80-page book, chockablock with maps, opens the door to tourists interested in artists and craftspeople, galleries and shops, indeed Golden Triangle attractions of all kinds.

Oregon Workforce Programs

"look through these and see what we could grow
our workforce training efforts into….wow…lots of creative and practical
approaches, emerging and established industries are both served, most
sectors are in here,…"

Burns Says Montana "Open for Business" in discussions with Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation about their expansion plans

"Montana plays an important role in the defense of our nation-regarding both research and development, and for that reason I think Montana is a perfect fit for Sikorsky as it moves to expand their operations." Montana is currently one of 10 states being considered as Sikorsky looks to expand, and Sikorsky officials will visit Montana from August 2-4.

Report Offers New Look At Entrepreneurship In The 21st Century

Entrepreneurs are a dynamic force that will
dramatically shape America’s 21st century economy. Yet they will be
buffeted by many forces, some of which will require innovative public
policy responses.

Pacific Rim envoys to explore trade on August visits to Great Falls, Helena and Bozeman

"This trip is about showcasing Montana and establishing business connections," said Baucus spokesman Barrett Kaiser late Tuesday.

‘The old-world way’ : Victor carver carries on family tradition of Totem Pole carving

Now Gulli has enough customers that he has a two-year waiting list. He’s sold poles in New York for $1,000 a foot, but most poles go for closer to $300 a foot. Gulli creates about 35 poles a year, ranging from head-high to more than 40 feet.

Venture-backed firms thrive in spite of the economy

Venture-backed firms created 600,000 jobs nationwide from January 2001 through December 2003, a net gain of 6.5 percent contrasting with a 2.3 percent payroll decline that wiped out 2.6 million jobs in the general economy during the same period.

Locals in Ravalli County consider creating co-op to aid business owners, community

"There are so many craftsmen in the valley – all of us are struggling little businesses," Farley said. "If you have a cooperative, people get together and figure out how they can benefit each other."

Why Rural Communities Can’t Succeed Economically……and Why Some Will Anyway

in a city, it takes a concerted act of will to shield oneself from a constant barrage of new and conflicting ideas. On the other hand, when in a rural place, it takes conscious effort to seek out differences and the sources of change. Time and distance can reduce noise, but can also mute perception.

Makin’ la salsa local at BrenTari Foods of Missoula

The business has all the signs of becoming something much bigger than a mom-and-pop operation

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The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce is the longest-standing and leading advocate for the Flathead Valley community and business climate.

Montana Bioscience Cluster Initiative - Collaborative program design and execution and integrated programs fostering innovation, technology commercialization, entrepreneurship and sustainable small businesses

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