Non-MWED Events
Evaluate a Business Idea — Small Business Development Class
FVCC CampusOffered by SBDC's Stephanie Juneau Introductory class walks you through evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of a business idea and helps you determine its feasibility. Thursday, April 20, 4-5:30 p.m. -- AT Bldg, Rm. 204 Tuesday, May 23, 6-7:30 p.m. -- AT Bldg, Rm. 202 Call 756-3832 to Register. Online registration available at www.fvcc.edu/continuing-education
Assistance for Business Clinic
Hilton Garden Inn 1840 Hwy 93 S, KalispellDate: Thursday, May 4th Time: 7:30am – 8:00am Registration 8:00am – 5:00pm Presentations Location: Hilton Garden Inn 1840 Hwy 93 S, Kalispell Cost: $45/person, includes lunch Click here To Register Details: The Assistance for Business Clinics are designed to assist new and established businesses, accountants, bookkeepers, human resource professionals, and attorneys proactively prevent unnecessary […]
Small Business Marketing — Small Business Development Class
FVCC CampusTaught by SBDC's Stephanie Juneau One session course guides you through developing a marketing plan. Wednesday, May 17, 4:30-6:30 p.m. AT Bldg., Rm. 144A Cost: $10 Call 756-3832 to Register. Online registration available at www.fvcc.edu/continuing-education
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 economic aid to pivot during the pandemic. You will also learn about resources available from the SBA and USDA to help rural entrepreneurs compete in […]
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 presentation was concise, informative and legally sound. Her genuine calm and knowledgeable presentation was well received. Learn the most up-to-date information around vaccines, masks and […]
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 developmental life cycles of nonprofits - Key “inflection points” most organizations will face - Questions and considerations for each stage of development - How to […]
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 passionate about the thing you do and don't know how to turn that passion into profit? Join GFDA and the Great Falls Small Business Development […]
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 experts. This free online event will include educational webinars, updates on resources for small businesses and a networking chat room for business owners and aspiring […]
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, friends, or yourself? It’s one thing to recognize these STRESS-inducing issues, and it’s another to get them under control. But, you can fix it! Learn […]
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 your audience's attention, choose the right platform, and more! About the speaker: Jessica Baldwin is the Co-Founder of Cardsetter, a new and easy-to-use website platform […]
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 required? Do you need official rules? What about an alternative means of entry? We will also cover promotions on social media platforms and the best […]
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, MT) 10:00 am - 11:30 pm.: Open House 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: City Council Work Session 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Open House & […]
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 States (CFIUS). CFIUS is a U.S. federal interagency group charged with protecting national security. If CFIUS believes your transaction raises national security concerns, your investment […]
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 to help you make better marketing decisions. Presenter: Karoline Rose is the Owner/CEO of KRose Company. Cost: Free to attend Registration: none required, go to […]
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 on the acceleration of online use and consumption of digital content in the current environment, and its impact on areas such as iGaming, digital marketing […]
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 grow and thrive. Join us for this week’s session on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. MST: Small Business Resources for Preparedness, Relief, Recovery, […]
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 how they can reduce their costs. Good cybersecurity can reduce cyber insurance costs. Join Pine Cove Consulting, Sophos Security, and PayneWest Insurance for a breakdown […]
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 matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google business profile from start to finish. In […]
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 help new nonprofit leaders who are looking to get back to the basics and strengthen the foundation of their organization. Date/Time: Session #1 10/5/21 10:00 […]
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 600% since March 2020. Changes in work environments, consumer behaviors, and supply chains have also migrated even more of our business lives to virtual platforms. […]
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 business owners. Join John Taylor, CEO of HF3 Consulting and a former contracting officer with the Department of Defense, as he shows you how to […]
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 grow and thrive. Join us for our next session on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. ET: Resources and Relief for Your Small Business […]
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 registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. As organizations throughout Montana revive, recover and rebuild post Covid 19, hiring […]
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 process of planning a successful website. Attendees will receive the free website planner workbook. About the speaker: Jessica Baldwin is the Co-Founder of Cardsetter, a […]
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 was as a proactive defense mechanism. Today, your business needs an even more sophisticated security plan. As part of National Cybersecurity Month, Vision Net will […]
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 trademarks in various contexts, including on social media, in domain names and legal and business presentations and pitches, and in developing technologies such as NFTs. […]
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 the world (behind Google) with over 2 billion monthly logged-in users watching 1 billion hours of video per day? Even more staggering is this stat: […]
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 be the difference between gaining or losing hundreds of new customers. This presentation will review different ways that listings, customer reviews, and owner responses 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. As a result, across the country, millions of workers are taking the leap and leaving their jobs - a phenomenon known as "the Great Resignation." […]
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) - REGISTER Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Kayla Vokral (406) 254-6014 Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with […]