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The report concludes that many of these communities pay an economic and social cost for being popular, and that policies inadvertently make the problems in those places worse. The grant provided to Accelerate Montana will fund a TechSpark Community Engagement Fellow, who will spearhead local efforts by working with local partners. |
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“The beauty of when we get out climbing is that it’s changing the paradigm of how humans communicate with other humans,” he says. “[In] all experiential outdoor activity, the rewards are intrinsic: a view, or feeling good about doing a climb. You don’t have anything. I mean, you can collect rocks and things, but it’s usually the intrinsic and you seek that reward. And in the process of doing that, the manner in which you communicate with people is non-confrontational. It’s supportive and community-based.” |
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Come Home Montana- ‘Loved to death:’ New report says tourism that drives the state’s economy can hurt local cities
The report concludes that many of these communities pay an economic and social cost for being popular, and that policies inadvertently make the problems in those places worse. - Study: Most US Cyclists Say They’d Move To Cities That Offered to Buy Them E-Bikes
Could the humble e-bike credit become a powerful economic development tool? - Montana’s Indian Country – This fall’s events – captivating ceremonies, traditional dances, and mouthwatering cuisine.
Join us on a journey of cultural discovery as Montana’s Indigenous regions showcase their vibrant traditions and extend a warm invitation to all visitors. - The Montana Biotechnology Center (BIOTECH) at the University of Montana
The mission of BIOTECH is to enable local and regional biotechnology-focused workforce development through educational activities and research targeting the development of biomedical products, specifically therapeutics and medical devices, intended primarily for resource-limited settings such as the military in combat areas and/or rural settings. - Career Opportunities at the University of Montana
The University of Montana promotes a positive and productive work environment and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees. We offer a highly competitive benefits… - Montana Career Opportunity – Program Director – Women’s Business Center (WBC)
Working alongside W.E.L.L., aMT, and UM economic development professionals, the W.E.L.L. WBC Program Director oversees programming, SBA milestones and metrics, and SBA grant reporting. Pending OWBO permission, this role contributes… - Montana’s Conrad Anker – Translating the language of belay to the concept of community.
“The beauty of when we get out climbing is that it’s changing the paradigm of how humans communicate with other humans,” he says. “[In] all experiential outdoor activity, the rewards are intrinsic: a view, or feeling good about doing a climb. You don’t have anything. I mean, you can collect rocks and things, but it’s usually the intrinsic and you seek that reward. And in the process of doing that, the manner in which you communicate with people is non-confrontational. It’s supportive and community-based.” - ‘Mountain Outlaw’ – Probably the best Montana magazine I’ve ever read – Subscribe
Mountain Outlaw magazine is published biannually in Big Sky, Montana, and examines the lifestyle, culture and issues relevant to the Mountain West from the heart of the Yellowstone region. Through award-winning editorial content, design, video and photography, Mountain Outlaw gives you more than a story – it’s an experience.
PFLTOMISBig Sky Economic DevelopmentFive Valleys Archery ClubGreat Falls Development Alliance- GFDA Top 10 for 8-2-23
GFDA has several different tools and services to help businesses and developers with their project needs. One of these tools is the gap and bridge financing that we offer. We closed a $310,000 bridge loan to Reach Development LLC which will enable the developer to move forward on a major apartment community Great Falls.
Montana Business- How to File Trademarks Internationally–and Why Doing So May Benefit Your Business
If you plan to grow your business internationally, it’s best to file your trademarks early and often. - Public Service Commission president: ‘Exorbitant rates’ ahead if Montana fails to plan for energy
Montana is still feeling the effects of energy deregulation — the “worst policy decision in the history of the state” — and it’s at risk of falling behind regional planning efforts when it comes to power. - Legislation introduced by Rep. Kathy Castor instructs FERC to ban utilities from using ratepayer dollars for political activities
The “Ethics in Energy Act” also aims to increase transparency and add penalties for noncompliance - City Council funds contract with Missoula Economic Partnership
MEP, which has served as the city’s economic arm for years, works to grow and attract businesses, create jobs, and administer grants that aid in job creation, airline service and a range of other issues. - Frontier Airlines will be closing check-in, bag drop earlier starting this month
With passenger volumes high and air traffic controller volumes low across the country this summer, most experts recommend arriving more than 60 minutes before your flight. - Do you dream of digital nomadism? These 10 jobs allow you to work from anywhere
FlexJobs, a site that focuses on WFH and remote work opportunities, has a handy new guide for digital nomads. - We’re now finding out the damaging results of the mandated return to the office–and it’s worse than we thought
We’re now finding out the damaging consequences of the mandated return to office. And it’s not a pretty picture. A trio of compelling reports—the Greenhouse Candidate Experience report, the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED), and Unispace’s Returning for Good report—collectively paint a stark picture of this brewing storm. - “Microsoft Selects AccelerateMT to Grow Economic Opportunity in Montana”
The grant provided to Accelerate Montana will fund a TechSpark Community Engagement Fellow, who will spearhead local efforts by working with local partners. This fellowship represents the first time TechSpark has worked in Montana.
Montana Businesses Seeking Investment or For SaleMontana Economic DevelopmentHousingIncubators and R&DRegional Economic DevelopmentCome Home Wyoming21st Century Education Initiative – “You Should Care…”Government News & EventsGovernment TechnologyTell Us SomethingCareersMontana LeadershipTransportationEnergy and Climate ChangeVR/AR, Blockchain, Bitcoin, Artificial Intelligence and The Internet of Things |
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