The GSA Schedules Program: What You Need to Know!
Eric Rettig, Small Business Specialist with GSA Region 8 Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) will be presenting on the GSA schedules program. Topics covered include: - An overview of the OSBDU and what it does. - The importance of conducting market research prior to getting on the GSA schedule. - The required […]
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 […]
Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce Monthly Membership Meeting
North Forty Resort 3765 Mt Hwy 40, Columbia Falls, MTOur monthly membership meeting this month will focus on childcare in the Flathead Valley. Lorraine Clarno, Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, and Kate McMahon, Applied Communications, will present the findings of their 2021 childcare study and discuss their action plan moving forward. Finding innovative, creative and meaningful solutions is going to take everyone. Through the study […]
Expresso Yourself FAYP: Parkline Trail Walking Tour
Depot ParkJoin us for Espresso Yourself as we take a walking tour on the new trail through downtown Kalispell. Imagine the possibilities and learn more about our new trail system as we talk with Mark Rohweder from KLJ, Krista Lammers from the City of Kalispell and Katharine King from the City of Kalispell. Bring your coffee […]
Winning in the Workplace: Generous Listening- It’s a Contact Sport
Flathead Valley Community College 777 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT, United StatesBuild robust listening skills to create empathy, understanding and support for your ideas. Learn to apply these skills to maximize your personal and professional effectiveness in the business world.
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 […]
Change Happens—How To Lead Your Team Through Change
Hilton Garden Inn 1840 Hwy 93 S, Kalispell“Change” is the one constant we see daily in this current work environment. People process and handle change differently which defines their “change style.” Being aware of your change style and the change styles of your staff will make leading them through change more positive and productive. IN THIS PROGRAM YOU WILL: • Discover your […]
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 […]
Bigfork Chamber of Commerce October Sundowner
Edward Jones Investments 104 Jewel Basin Court, Bigfork, MTJoin Bigfork Chamber of Commerce for their monthly networking event at Edward Jones Investments from 5-6:30pm. Plan to attend and network with business professionals in the community and hear about upcoming events. Don’t forget to bring a few dollars for raffle tickets for you chance to win great prizes! The Public is welcome and no […]
Tune Up for Governance
After a busy summer, take time to “look under the hood” and consider the internal workings of the board of directors. Have you revisited the bylaws lately? How good is your on-boarding of new members? Have you thought about what would happen if key leaders disappeared tomorrow? Have you evaluated your meetings to make intentional […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October Coffee Connect
Waters Edge WineryCoffee Connect is the Flathead Valley's premier networking and relationship building business meeting. We grow business relationships, promote doing business locally, exchange connections and support each other. The program features a host, a spotlight speaker, testimonials for Chamber members and 'pass the mic' to meet each other.
Employment Law Webinar
VirtualAgenda: 1. The Practical Consequences of HB 702 - Prohibiting discrimination based on vaccination status • Mark Feddes 2. Using Remote Workers in Montana – What employers need to know • Mike Green and Carina Wilmot 3. The Employer’s (Limited) Role in Workers’ Compensation Claims • Steve Jennings 4. Top 10 Employer Mistakes • Scott […]
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 […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October Business Luncheon
Hilton Garden Inn 1840 Hwy 93 S, KalispellGet to know the candidates for council and mayor at the Kalispell City Council Candidate Forum. The luncheon will feature candidates: Mark Johnson and Did Daoud for Mayor, Chad Graham and Gabe Dillon for Ward 2, Rod Kuntz for Ward 3, and Angela Kennedy for Ward 4. Sponsored by the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors.
Beer with the Boss: Courtenay Sprunger
Brannigan's Pub, The Library Room 101 E. Center St. #1, Kalispell, MTCome enjoy an after-work event with a successful BOSS in the Valley. This quarter, we will be having beer with Courtenay Sprunger, owner and founder of Big Sky Public Relations. Drinks and apps will be provided! 🍻 Courtenay is the founder and CEO of a boutique public involvement firm based in Kalispell, Big Sky Public […]
Winning in the Workplace: Expanding Your Influence
Flathead Valley Community College 777 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT, United StatesYour step by step guide to reaching mutually satisfactory agreements--at home, at work, and with people in any situation. You'll learn how to resolve disagreements agreeably without compromising relationships, and apply a set of highly effective negotiation tools, tactics and practices in a realistic business simulation.
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 […]
FCEDA October Board Meeting
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesFlathead County Economic Development Authority’s Board Meetings are typically held on the second Wednesday of each month in Montana West Economic Development’s conference room.
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. […]
Executive Directors Roundtable
Are you an Executive Director in the Flathead Valley looking to connect with your colleagues? Join us for this quarterly gathering of nonprofit Executive Directors in a supportive environment to explore topics and challenges specific to the life of an ED. RSVP to
Whitefish Chamber of Commerce October Gone Fishin’
The Pine Lodge on Whitefish River 920 Spokane Ave, Whitefish, MTPlease join this month's Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Gone Fishin' hosted by The Pine Lodge On Whitefish River, Ascend Hotel Collection. This is a networking event for business representatives to interact with others, exchange information and develop professional and social contacts.
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October Walking UNWIND – Parkline Trail
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce 15 Depot Park, Kalispell, MT, United StatesJoin us for a walking UNWIND as we take a walking tour on the new trail through downtown Kalispell. Imagine the possibilities and learn more about our new trail system as we talk with Mark Rohweder from KLJ, Krista Lammers from the City of Kalispell and Katharine King from the City of Kalispell. Bring your […]
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 […]
Lakeside/Somers Chamber of Commerce October B.A.S.H.
Somers Lakeside Fire Dept. 784 Somers Road, Somers, MTJoin the Lakeside/Somers Chamber for the October Chamber B.A.S.H (business associates social hour). This BASH is hosted by the one and only Somers Lakeside Fire Department at their new building in Somers! Remember there will be having a raffle basket of local goods or gift cards. Every attendee will be able to drop their single […]
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." […]
MWED October Board Meeting
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United States
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 […]