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For over 25 years, Montana World Trade Center® has served Montana as a trusted business adviser.

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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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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.

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Prospera helps businesses and communities find their pathway to success, acting as the navigator, problem solver and catalyst for a strong Montana economy.

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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.

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

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As the hub of learning, creativity and innovation in Northwest Montana, Flathead Valley Community College is expanding

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Big Sky EDA- Building Businesses and Creating Jobs in the Greater Billings, Montana area

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Great Falls trade area. Competitive for food, ag, bioprocessing, energy, and support. Closest U.S. metro area to Calgary. Untame Your Entrepreneurial Spirit!

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Big Sky Commerce is an integrated provider of merchant credit card transaction processing services, check processing services, Internet payment gateways, related software application products and value-added services.

GFDA Top Ten for 3-17-24

Congratulations to Big Sandy Organics in Big Sandy on winning a Organic Market Development Grant to upgrade and expand their processing their food processing line for organic grains and pulses. They will be expanding their processing capacity and increasing the number of offerings with this 3 million dollar award. 

Montana Festival 2024 Coming to Bozeman – 5/30-6/1

Montana Festival is bringing together our top entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, investors, artists, culture creators, designers, community builders, movers, shakers and policymakers to connect, share ideas, and accelerate Made in Montana ideas, projects, startups, and policy solutions to create good jobs, great towns, and shape a better future.

Prospera Business Ignite Luncheon – 4/9 – Bozeman – Speakers Announced

The Ignite Luncheon is not just an opportunity to witness inspiring projects unfolding in our midst but also a chance to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact.

GFDA Top Ten for 3-10-24

Great Falls is a great place for Canadian companies looking to have a US location. We were in British Columbia telling that story at an event hosted by the Montana World Trade Center in collaboration with the Montana Department of Commerce and Export Canada. A huge thank you to Dan Rooney for sharing ADF’s story!

Prospera Pulse

Join us for a powerful event that showcases the remarkable initiatives and innovations that are happening in the community.

Montana Career Opportunities – Loan Officer – Communications and Marketing Specialist – Great Falls Development Alliance

    Loan Officer Are you a problem solver that is driven to look for solutions to obstacles with creative and innovative ideas? Do you have the ability to help entrepreneurs navigate their loan request,…

Healthtech Forum for Founders & Funders with Early Stage MT & Big Sky EDA – 3/13 – Billings and Zoom

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, healthcare professional, or simply someone who is passionate about health and technology, this event is an excellent opportunity to learn from experts in the field and connect with others who share your interests. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding of the latest trends in healthtech and the potential they hold for shaping the future of healthcare.

Upcoming Trainings: Business Valuation, DOD Protege Program, Elevate Your Digital Footprint and more!

What Your Business Is Worth…And Why It Matters Thursday, March 7

Bozeman hiring for dozens of summer worker positions

The positions range from full-time to part-time, and fall under several city departments, including aquatics, parks and recreation, forestry, water conservation, library and solid waste, among others.

GFDA Top Ten for 3-3-24

As part of our commitment to best practice and to maintain our status as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) the GFDA staff team participated in our annual Economic Development ethics training. We spent 2 hours together learning about and discussing ethics in the context of our profession and reviewing case studies. To read more about the codes of ethics we abide by, please check out the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) code of ethics.