Non-MWED Events
SBA Celebrates Rural Entrepreneurship Panel Discussion
Join the SBA for an online panel discussion on August 26, 2021 with rural-owned small businesses as they share their small business stories and how they utilized SBA and USDA […]
Where do we go from here? Navigating COVID-19 as a Montana Employer
Midway through COVID-19 Liz Mellem, Employer Attorney from Parsons, Behle & Latimer, provided legal guidance to a Zoom Room full of organizational leaders, business owners and interested community members. Her […]
Questions to Ask As Your Organization Evolves
VirtualThis session will invite you to reflect on your organization’s culture, history and mission and think about your trajectory as a nonprofit. Participants will learn about: A framework to understand […]
The LaunchPoint: A Pre-Business Workshop
VirtualHave you been thinking about an idea and always wondered if you could make it a business? Are you a business owner but not a business school graduate? Are you […]
National Small Business Week Virtual Summit
Join the SBA September 13 – September 15, 2021, for the National Small Business Week Virtual Summit to learn new business strategies, meet other business owners, and chat with industry […]
Entrepreneurial Overload – How to Fix it!
» Overwhelmed and always fatigued? » Not enough time to sell or respond to your customers? » Responsible for everything, but not doing it well? » No time for family, […]
Plan Your Website for Online Success
To launch an effective website, you've got to have a solid plan. This webinar will help with exactly that! Learn how to set your website's goals, determine necessary functionality, attract […]
Advertising Law Basics: Part 2 – Sweepstakes and Contests
VirtualSweepstakes, contest or illegal lottery? In this hour-long session, we will cover the basics your brand needs to know about giveaways. When and where is a state registration and bond […]
Columbia Falls Transportation Plan Public Open House
Columbia Falls City Hall Chambers 130 6th St W, Columbia Falls, MT, United StatesYou’re invited to attend the open house for the Columbia Falls Urban Area Transportation Plan on Monday, September 27 at Columbia Falls City Hall (130 6th Street West, Columbia Falls, […]
New Rules for Foreign Investment: CFIUS Compliance for Montana Tech Businesses and Investors
VirtualIf you are a U.S. technology business considering an investment involving a foreign person, certain transactions may be subject to review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United […]
Is Social Media Working for You?
VirtualLearn how to assess and understand which social platforms are right for your business; create content that builds community and gets movement; and understand analytics and data from social platforms […]
Life in the New Digital World – Pitfalls and Opportunities
Dorsey’s Creative Industries Group presents its second in a series of webinars on topics impacting the creative industries and digital media space. Join us for a business and legal discussion […]
Small Business Resources for Preparedness, Relief, Recovery & Resiliency
The SBA and Public Private Strategies Institute have teamed up to provide small business owners and leaders with a series of webinars that will cover resources to help small businesses […]
Cyber Insurance: What You Need to Know
VirtualCyber insurance can protect your organization's financial interests, provide access to specialists to recover quickly from a breach and give you peace of mind. As premiums rise, many are asking […]
Grow with Google: Search and Maps
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no […]
Power Up Your Nonprofit: Create your Business, Financial, Fundraising & Marketing Plan
VirtualThis four session course has been specifically designed for individuals who are brand new to the non-profit sector wanting to start a new non-profit. This course is also designed to […]
The Small Business Webinar Series: Two Action Items to Improve Your Cybersecurity
We've all seen them. Scams, malicious emails, and threatening phone calls have increased at exponential rates since the start of the global COVID-19 pandemic. By some reports, cybercrime is up […]
How to Secure Government Contracts
VirtualThe Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Savannah State University is pleased to offer - How to Secure Government Contracts - a one-day, online workshop for business professionals and small […]
Resources and Relief for Your Small Business – Contracting and Procurement; Supporting Women Business Owners Women’s Programs
VirtualThe SBA and Public Private Strategies Institute have teamed up to provide small business owners and leaders with a series of webinars that will cover resources to help small businesses […]
Hire Smart: Recruiting Secrets from Professional Staffing Experts
Flathead Valley Community College 777 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCost: Free to Attend Location: In-person: Flathead Valley Community College, Arts and Technology Building, Room 139 (in-person no need to register) or Zoom option: https://fvcc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUlcO6trDotHNP3Z3fjcD_QRTou_HInaVCs please register in advance After […]
Website Planning 101
Ready for a new website? Whether you're building it yourself or you decide to work with a pro, getting organized is the key to your website's success! Learn the step-by-step […]
Modern Cybersecurity Drawn From Medieval Castle Defense
VirtualWhat do moats, a key security feature of medieval castles, have to do with your business today? As the first line of defense from attack, the purpose of a moat […]
Practical Tips for Responding to Fair Use Inquiries
VirtualJoin us for a practical conversation about fair use – IP expertise not required. Topics will include use of music, photos, videos, user generated content, and competitors’ alleged and actual […]
Google Webinar: Use Youtube to Grow Your Business
VirtualVideo marketing is highly effective in boosting brand awareness, generating leads, increasing sales, and connecting with your audience. Did you know that YouTube is now the second-largest search engine in […]
Online Reputation Management – The Golden Ticket
VirtualThe online reputation of a business is becoming more and more important each year. With the increase in virtual activity and customers researching businesses before interacting, your online reputation can […]
The Great Resignation – Future Proofing Your Organization
VirtualThe pandemic has redefined the role of work for many people, and raised questions around what it means to feel valued and how we each create value in the world. […]
Business Model Canvas
A one-page, visual, strategic management tool to quickly and easily define and communicate a business idea or concept in a focused but flexible way. Registration Deadline: 10/28/21 8:00 AM (MDT) […]
Virtual HR Bootcamp
Virtual11:00 am - 1:00 pm every Tuesday & Wednesday starting November 2, 2021 for 3 weeks via Online Zoom Conferencing Hiring, managing, disciplining and firing in Montana without getting burned! […]
The LaunchPoint: A Pre-Business Workshop
Have you been thinking about an idea and always wondered if you could make it a business? Are you a business owner but not a business school graduate? Are you […]
The Small Business Webinar Series: Organize and Use Your Branding Package
Presenter: KJ Kahnle This training event will be presented online at: https://www.montana.edu/extensionecon/smallbusiness/ Registration Deadline: 11/4/21 8:00 AM (MDT) - REGISTER Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Jason Nitschke (406) 750-0314 […]