Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs

Starting a new business?  Not sure where to begin?  Need assistance?

Resources for start-ups are abundant in the Flathead.  Often at little or no cost.  Montana West Economic Development and other organizations work together to assist new businesses launch their endeavors with ample resources.

Montana ranks first in the nation for entrepreneurs and is a top spot for economic growth according to a new report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Enterprising States: Creating Jobs, Economic Development, and Prosperity in Challenging Times.  Montana is state where entrpreneurial activity thrives and Kalispell leads the way. The Ewing Marion Kaufman Foundation ranked Montana first in the Country in their 2008 New Economy Index. 

Entrepreneur-to-Entrepreneur (E2) 2010:  Technology to Grow Your Business

Montana West invites you to join our free monthly seminar, Entrepreneur-to-Entrepreneur (E2), a forum for entrepreneurs who want to know other entrepreneurs in the region.  E2 is about being inspired, mentored and educated through the experience of others. 

The intent of the program is to illustrate what companies can do to make use of the latest technology for an improved bottom line.

View the class information on our events calendar.

Resources Available:

Managing Your Money for Your Business -  Class Documents
Profitable businesses are often crippled by cash flow problems.  Whether you are a start-up or established business use this information and spreadsheets to help you plan cash flow for your business. 
     Managing Your Money-Critical Questions
     Developing Cash Flow Projections     
     Cash Flow Projection Resources
     Managing Your Money - Class Example
     Managing Your Money - Class Template
     Financial Workbook Template-3 Years
 
Business Plan Documents
Business plans don’t need to be intimidating.  Use this guide and templates to translate your business ideas into a plan in which everyone can have confidence.
     Business Plan Guide
     Business Plan Template
     Business Plan Financial Workbook
     Business Plan Capital Requirements

Business Plan, Marketing Plan, Finance and Cash Flow Plan Assistance
     Small Business Development Center
     Flathead Valley Community College
     SCORE

Loans, Grants, Business Coaching and Introductions to Local Professionals
      Montana West Economic Development

Workforce Recruitment
     Job Service
     Private Employee Agencies
     Headhunters

Human Resource Management
     Job Service
     Flathead Valley Community College

Workforce Training
     Flathead Valley Community College

Manufacturing Planning
      Montana Manufacturing Extension Center

Government Contract Procurement
      Procurement and Technical Assistance Center

Professional Networking
     Local Chambers of Commerce
     BNI Chapters
     Flathead Area Young Professionals
     Flathead Business & Industry Association
     Flathead Builders Association
     Green Builders Guild

Links:

See Other Resources

Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity
http://www.bizmt.com/