University of Montana’s College of Business Helps Grow Northwest Montana’s Entertainment Economy to a Near $300 Million Impact
The University of Montana’s expanded Entertainment, Events and Sports Management major is doubling enrollment and aligning workforce training with the region’s booming entertainment sector. Local venues and year-round live music are key drivers of this economic growth.
University of Montana Launches Workshop and Coworking Space in Downtown Missoula to Boost Startups
The VBX Entrepreneurship Workshop Series offers mentorship and practical training to local entrepreneurs. A new downtown coworking space provides a hub for startups to collaborate and grow.
Does Your Organization Have Leaders Who are Good Story Tellers? – Leaders Must Embrace Authentic Engagement to Build Trust and Credibility
Senior leaders are moving away from polished messages toward authentic, consistent engagement. This shift helps leaders connect meaningfully and maintain trust in today’s digital and dispersed environments.
Is Finding the Best Foods to Eat When Taking GLP-1’s (Ozempic) the Next Great Startup Idea?
A group of Berkeley students spent the spring looking at past successes and innovation in food tech. Here’s what they came up with.
UM Selects Dr. Paul Lukacs as Interim Vice President for Research and Creative Scholarship
“My primary goal for the next year is to help navigate UM through a changing research funding landscape in a way that allows us to seize opportunities to continue to grow,” Lukacs said. “I also will work to increase the rate at which our research translates into community impact.”
The 2 Questions I Ask Before Investing in Any Startup (and Which Most Founders Get Wrong)
That’s it. Two minutes, four ingredients, and I’m leaning in.
Flathead Fragrance Co. – Fragrances Inspired by Real Montana Landmarks
Every scent in our collection is inspired by a landmark in Glacier National Park or the Flathead Valley — places that mean something to the people who’ve experienced them.
University of Montana’s John Ruffatto Startup Challenge Breaks Record for Participants – Flathead Fragrance Co. Wins
The event saw Schafer Bungay of Flathead Fragrance Co. win $15,000, highlighting growing interest in Montana’s startup scene. This milestone reflects an expanding entrepreneurial network across the state.
Spring 2026 Startup Starter workshops – Starting May 13 for 8 weeks – Free – Missoula
VBX Venture Studio is launching its Spring 2026 Startup Starter workshop on May 13th—a free, 8-week, real-world entrepreneurship course designed to help participants turn new ideas into viable business ventures.
University of Montana’s 37th John Ruffatto Startup Business Challenge Awards $50,000 in Startup Challenge
The 37th John Ruffatto Startup Challenge awarded a single finalist $50,000, highlighting the university’s ongoing support for student entrepreneurs. This competition plays a key role in fostering innovation and providing crucial financial backing for fledgling ventures.





