Taskrabbit’s Founder, Leah Solivan Says the Next Generation of Tech Leaders Should Study This Instead of Computer Science

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Missoula, Montana Chamber of Commerce

• Congratulations to Montana’s onX – The companies with the most innovative corporate social responsibility programs of 2026

  When public lands came under threat, onX leveraged its expertise in mapping to pinpoint every single parcel of public land at risk for disposal, which engaged recreationists on both sides of the aisle—ultimately resulting in a massive (and successful) outreach effort.

Northwestern Energy

• NorthWestern Energy Submits Large New Load Tariff Proposal to Strengthen Customer Safeguards and Support Montana’s Energy Future and Economic Growth

  These provisions are intended to ensure that customers taking large new loads are responsible for the costs associated with serving those loads and that existing customers do not subsidize these large new load customers.

Great Falls Development Alliance

• GFDA Upcoming Business Trainings and Events

  Having a succession plan is part of owning a successful business. The plan provides a map and framework to follow. Join us to learn about what you should include in succession planning and how to get started today.

Prospera

• Prospera Business Ignite Luncheon – 4/16 – Bozeman, Montana

  Join us for a powerful event that showcases the remarkable initiatives and innovations that are happening in the Bozeman community. This gathering is designed to showcase 5 individuals from diverse backgrounds and the projects/companies/initiatives they are leading. 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. Engage in meaningful conversations, network with fellow community members, and leave inspired by the collective efforts driving innovation and change in our community.

Montana Business

• I ate lab-grown salmon. It was nothing like I expected

  A San Francisco startup is trying to make ‘cultivated’ fish a thing.

• Tesla Robotaxis Will Be Covering 70% of US Population in 2 Weeks – Is Your Community Prepared to Embrace Autonomous Vehicles?

  With pilot programs underway now in 15–20 major US cities, including NYC, Chicago, Los Angeles, DC, Orlando, Miami, Tampa, Atlanta, Phoenix, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, San Jose, San Francisco, San Diego, and reportedly more, the company is getting ready to cover a majority of the US population with Robotaxi service.

• Kalispell, Montana hosts informal “Town Hall Conversations” series

  Hunter said the plan is to have these informal town halls on the last Monday of months with a fifth Monday, with the next one coming in June.

• Scientists Create Plant That Produces Ayahuasca, Shrooms, and Toad Psychedelics All At Once

  These ain’t your Grandma’s tomatoes.

• Regulators seek public input for massive Montana-Wyoming oil pipeline proposal

  The Wyoming-based developer, Bridger Pipeline Expansion, has had several pipeline breaks and spills in the past.

• Montana tourism grants send $8.75 million to seven groups

  “Developing tourism in a sustainable and manageable manner boosts Montana’s rural and under-visited communities by diversifying local economies, fostering community pride and creating tourism destinations that represent the qualities that make rural communities special,” said Commerce Director Marta Bertoglio.

• High Country News – April 2026: Inside the Attack on Public Lands

  One writer discovers the beauty of the common fly, while another finds a unique trans joy in splitboarding in the Colorado mountains. Maybe it’s time to learn to slow down and say “no” to our crazy modern lifestyles.

• With iNaturalist, everyone is a research scientist taking photos of plants, animals and fungi and uploading them to be identified.

  iNaturalist helps you identify the plants and animals around you while generating data for science and conservation. Get connected with a community of millions scientists and naturalists who can help you learn more about nature! What’s more, by recording and sharing your observations, you’ll create research-quality data for scientists working to better understand and protect nature. So if you like recording your findings from the outdoors, or if you just like learning about life, join us!

• Montana Career Opportunities – Corporate Development, Data Science Manager III, Financial Analyst III and more… – onX

  At onX, we believe unique perspectives make us stronger. Different experiences, ideas, and ways of thinking help us build better products and move our mission forward. We’re working to awaken the adventurer in everyone, and that starts with building a team where people feel they belong. We’re committed to equal opportunity in how we hire, develop, and support our team. That includes fair and equitable practices across compensation, growth, and advancement. We’re building an environment where you can show up as yourself, take ownership of your work, and contribute to something bigger than any one person. Because when we come…

• Wyoming faces grimmest snowpack in recorded history

  At a time of year when mountain snowpack usually peaks, record heat and little precipitation have created an unseasonably early melt that’s already run its course in some basins.

• Montana Career Opportunities – Manager, Talent Acquisition, Brand Director, National Account Manager and more….- Tactacam

  Headquartered in Billings, Montana, Tactacam ranks No. 34 on the 2026 Inc. Regionals’ Rocky Mountain list, with a gross revenue growth of 139 percent between 2022 and 2024. At Tactacam, our culture is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and adventure. We’re driven by a passion for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the outdoor industry, continuously seeking innovative ways to elevate the outdoor experience through cutting-edge technology. Our team embodies a spirit of camaraderie and excellence, dedicated to providing customers with exceptional products and service. We offer abundant opportunities for upward advancement, empowering employees to grow both…

• These Rocky Mountain Startups Are Giving Outdoor Tech an Upgrade – Tactacam in Billings, Montana

  Headquartered in Billings, Montana, Tactacam ranks No. 34 on the 2026 Inc. Regionals’ Rocky Mountain list, with a gross revenue growth of 139 percent between 2022 and 2024.

• Here are 10 high-paying jobs in women-led fields

  March is Women’s History Month, and March 26 was Equal Pay Day. Accordingly, here’s a look at 10 high-paying careers that are dominated – or at least led – by women.

• Billings mayor is proud of the city’s diversifying economy in face of shrinking city budget

  According to a March 2026 report, Billings Mayor
  Mike Nelson expressed pride in the city’s diversifying economy, highlighting its role as a regional hub. Despite facing a tight, “dwindling” budget that poses challenges, the city is focusing on economic growth, utilizing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to drive development in areas like the Heights.

Montana Housing

• First-Time Homebuyers Now Average 40 Years Old Nationwide

  Rising home prices, limited inventory, and high interest rates are pushing first-time buyers to delay purchases well beyond traditional life milestones. Montana’s unique market may face similar challenges as affordability and supply issues persist.

Funding and Building your Montana Business

• Remote Work Isn’t the Problem—Poor Management Is, New Study Finds

  Having well-trained, well-motivated managers leads to massive boosts in productivity from hybrid and remote working models.

• Taskrabbit’s Founder, Leah Solivan Says the Next Generation of Tech Leaders Should Study This Instead of Computer Science

  “If I were going to school, the advice I’d give my kids would be maybe not to go for that computer science degree, but to study the humanities.  Let’s really understand what empathy, discernment, and decision-making capabilities we can bring as humans that AI isn’t good at.”  Leah Solivan,  Founder –  Taskrabbit

• Whatever Happened to Apple’s Third Co-Founder – Ronald Wayne?

  Ronald Wayne lives in a little house in the town of Pahrump, Nevada. The 83-year-old designer and engineer was Apple’s original third co-founder, though nowadays he is perhaps best known as the unlucky guy who sold his 10 percent stake of the company for $800 just 12 days after it was incorporated in 1976. Today, it’s estimated that his shares would have been worth $67 billion.

YOUR MONTANA CAREER

• Acclaimed long-time National Geographic photographer Jodi Cobb will talk about her trailblazing four-decade career at the Wachholz College Center at FVCC on April 7

  Now, Cobb is sharing deeper insights into these lessons learned in a speaker series, “4 Decades Through the Lens,” which she will be bringing to Flathead Valley Community College’s Wachholz Center at 7 p.m. on April 7 as part of its “Changemaker Speaker Series.”

• Terry Savage: Keep private equity and private credit out of your pension plan

  The fox is guarding the henhouse! And you are one of the chickens who will be slaughtered if your company retirement plan decides to offer these risky investments. History shows not only that they underperform over the long run, but also that at the very moment you might need your retirement dollars, these investments are unlikely to be liquid.

• Scientists Uncover Key Brain Cells Most at Risk of Damage in Multiple Sclerosis

  Cedars-Sinai Study Offers Important Insights Into New Ways of Protecting the Brain From MS and Other Complex Neurological Conditions

• How Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana is virtually training the next generation of pilots

  “When you leave Rocky, you should have a commercial pilot certificate with instrument and multiengine ratings,” Tyler said.

Montana’s 21st Century Education Initiative – “You Should Care…”

• Fraud summit provides education for seniors – 4/11 – Flathead Valley Community College

  This free educational event will feature expert speakers from the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance. Together, they will provide the latest updates on emerging scams, warning signs to watch for, and clear steps to take if you or a loved one is targeted.

• MTAA Afterschool & Beyond 2026 4/16-17 – Great Falls, Montana
  At the Montana Afterschool Alliance (MTAA), our mission is to advocate for programs that strengthen communities, nurture youth, and ignite learning beyond the school day. We achieve this through three core strategies: Connect, Cultivate, and Champion.
• The monthly newsletter of the Montana State University Alumni Foundation – April 2026

  Montana State University is celebrating the inauguration of Brock Tessman as the university’s 13th president at hosted events on Wednesday and Thursday, April 1 and 2.

• The Leading Edge, March 2026

  New Perspectives, Growing Impact There’s a special kind of energy that comes from new perspectives—and we’re feeling it in a big way as we welcome two international fellows from Moldova and Bangladesh, Corina and Mim. Over the next three months, they’ll learn alongside us, contribute to projects, and share their own experiences and insights. We’re thrilled to have them as part of our team and can’t wait to see the connections and ideas that take shape during their time here. A big thank you to Carmen McSpadden for connecting us to this opportunity! If you are in the Bozeman area,…

VR/AR, Blockchain, Bitcoin, Artificial Intelligence, The Internet of Things and Montana

• University of Montana’s Signature AI Initiative Earns National Recognition

  The Future Project guides UM in a reimagination of how to teach, what to teach and how to work in an era shaped by generative AI. Grounded in community and academic values, the initiative brings the entire campus community together to ensure the University’s AI strategy serves the humans of higher education.

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