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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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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.

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

Child Care Challenges at your Business? Join us in Helena June 5

This event is designed for businesses, non-profits, and business allies who are exploring solutions for their child care challenges. The morning will include keynotes and fireside chats on how employers can support child care in their business practices. In the afternoon, we’ll convene roundtable discussions to discuss and brainstorm specific strategies. 

Montana Career Opportunities – Vice President of Human Resources, Client Success Manager, Director Of Sales and more…Careers at Zoot No Suits, Montana Roots

Discover fulfilling careers at Zoot, where our dedicated employees focus on delivering the best decisioning engines for some of the largest organizations worldwide. As part of the Zoot team, you’ll join a group of passionate…

Missoula County’s Home Upgrade Hub

It offers no-cost and low-cost resources for anyone interested in adopting healthy home measures to benefit their present lives, community, and future. Our programming is designed to guide Missoula County residents with planning home retrofit projects focused on energy efficiency, decarbonization, and climate-resilient landscaping. 

Montana Innovation Uninterrupted SBIR/STTR Programs Continue to Propel Business Forward

For entrepreneurs and small businesses navigating these uncertain times, the message is clear: the SBIR and STTR programs are very much “open for business.”

MMEC – May 2025 Manufacturing News

For entrepreneurs and small businesses navigating these uncertain times, the message is clear: the SBIR and STTR programs are very much “open for business.” These programs represent ongoing opportunities to transform innovative ideas into reality, with substantial backing from federal agencies committed to fostering scientific and technological innovation.

Tax Bill Threatens Montana Nonprofits and Communities. Things are moving fast:  Please Act Now

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Volatile Times in Muni Bond Land

Borrowing to finance infrastructure is now more expensive. Meanwhile, congressional tax writers are toying with the municipal bond tax exemption, scaring both investors and issuers. State and local debt managers have a lot to think about — and worry about.

Missoula writer publishes first comic book, seeks to change view of autism

“This is a lifetime dream of mine to have my own comic book out there,” Ackom said. “Being autistic, I want to change the world, how people look at autism.”

Gallatin College MSU graduate discovers passion for photonics after decades of adventure

“This degree wasn’t about showing other people that I’m capable,” he said. “It was just about showing myself. Can I ignite this spark again? Can I get my curiosity back at 57?” 

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Montana World Quantum Week Recap

2025 is the International Year of Quantum, and April 14 was World Quantum Day. Throughout that week, QCORE’s Education and Workforce Development Team engaged with communities across Montana to spread awareness of quantum technologies and QCORE’s role in these emerging areas.