Bigfork Chamber of Commerce October Sundowner
Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts 526 Electric Ave, Bigfork, MTJoin us from 5pm to 6:30pm for our monthly networking event at the Bigfork Center for Performing Arts. This event is cohosted by several Chamber Members, Montana Health & Safety, […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October Coffee Connect
FVCC CampusCoffee Connect is the Flathead Valley's premier morning networking and relationship-building business meeting. We grow relationships, promote doing business locally, exchange connections, and support each other. The program features a […]
Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce October Luncheon
Cedar Creek Lodge 930 2nd Ave. W., Columbia Falls, MT, United StatesJoin the Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce at Cedar Creek Lodge on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 from 11:30 - 1:00pm for our Chamber membership luncheon. Registration fee includes the […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October UNWIND
Daily Inter Lake 727 E Idaho, Kalispell, MTThe Daily Inter Lake is the Flathead Valley's oldest manufacturer - founded all the back in 1889 - and has the largest independent newsroom in northwest Montana. This year, the […]
Whitefish Chamber of Commerce October Gone Fishin’
Stockman Bank, Whitefish 6588 Hwy 93, Whitefish, MTPlease join us for this month's Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Gone Fishin' hosted by Stockman Bank. This is a networking event for our membership business representatives to interact with others, […]
Writing a Business Plan: Planning Essentials for Entrepreneurs and Growth Leaders
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: A strong business plan communicates vision, viability, and discipline. This session provides entrepreneurs with practical tools to write plans that win support from banks, investors, and partners. Key […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October Business Matters Luncheon
FVCC CampusOur October manufacturing-focused luncheon will engage luncheon attendees with the latest information about our valley's robust and vibrant manufacturing industry. We are featuring a panel of valley manufacturers who will […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce October Coffee Connect
Mountain Pass Safes and Coin 2593 US Highway 2 East Suite 4, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCoffee Connect is the Flathead Valley's premier morning networking and relationship-building business meeting. We grow relationships, promote doing business locally, exchange connections, and support each other. The program features a […]
Lakeside/Somers Chamber of Commerce October BASH
Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster 6808 Hwy 93 S, Lakeside, MTJoin us on Tuesday, October 29th, from 4pm to 5pm, for a thrilling Chamber BASH hosted by Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster! This is the perfect opportunity to network with fellow […]
Whitefish Chamber of Commerce November Business Buzz
Whitefish Creative Aesthetics & Medical Services 14 W 2nd St, #13 Upstairs, Whitefish, MTSet for the first Thursday of each month from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at a different local business, the Buzz offers members an opportunity to get caffeinated while catching-up on […]
Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) Training
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesFSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0 Does your company need a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) on staff to fulfill the requirements of the Preventive Controls […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Grand Event
Hilton Garden Inn 1840 Hwy 93 S, KalispellStep into an unforgettable evening where Kalispell’s business community comes together to celebrate, connect, and chart the course for the future. This year’s Grand Event features an elegant dinner, premier […]
Bigfork Chamber of Commerce November Sundowner
Bigfork VFW Post 4042 8089 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork, MTJoin us for our monthly networking event at the Bigfork VFW from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Plan to attend and network with business professionals in the community and hear […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce November Coffee Connect
Marsh McLennan Agency 165 Timberwolf Parkway, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCoffee Connect is the Flathead Valley's premier morning networking and relationship-building business meeting. We grow relationships, promote doing business locally, exchange connections, and support each other. The program features a […]
Market Validation: Testing Demand Before You Launch
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Scaling without validation risks wasted time, money, and opportunity. This session shows entrepreneurs how to test demand, refine offerings, and ensure fit before investing in growth. Key Learning […]
Whitefish Chamber of Commerce November Gone Fishin’
TBDPlease join us for this month's Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Gone Fishin' hosted byTBD This is a networking event for our membership business representatives to interact with others, exchange information […]
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce December UNWIND
First Interstate Bank - Kalispell 2 Main St, Kalispell, MontanaJoin us for UNWIND Business After Hours Networking - one of the Flathead's largest networking events! UNcover What's Interesting, New, and Developing! We think one of the best ways to […]
Operational Excellence: Operational Foundations for New Ventures
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Lean principles help startups operate with discipline, minimize waste, and build scalable systems early. This session introduces core Lean concepts and shows entrepreneurs how to apply them in […]
Whitefish Chamber of Commerce December Gone Fishin’
Grouse Mountain Lodge 2 Fairway Dr, Whitefish, MTPlease join us for this month's Whitefish Chamber of Commerce Gone Fishin' hosted by Grouse Mountain Lodge. This is a networking event for our membership business representatives to interact with […]
Gearing Up for Growth: Refocus, Reorganize and Regain Margin
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Second-stage companies often face margin squeeze as they grow. This session helps owners refocus strategy, reorganize resources, and regain profitability without sacrificing momentum. Key Learning Objectives: 1. Identify […]
Financial Forecasting: Proforma, Breakeven and Pricing Clarity
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Accurate forecasting gives startups the clarity to price well, manage cash flow, and prepare for growth. This session helps entrepreneurs calculate total costs, breakeven points, and pricing strategies […]
Funding Foundations: Funding Strategy and Capital Access
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: The right funding strategy determines how fast and how well a startup can grow. This session equips entrepreneurs to evaluate funding options, avoid common pitfalls, and build credibility […]
Foundations Revisited: Mission, Vision and Values Alignment
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: As businesses mature, early mission and values may drift or lose clarity. This session guides leaders in revisiting, realigning, and re-energizing their foundational statements for long-term direction. Key […]
Operational Excellence: Eliminate Waste, Improve Flow
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Operational Excellence (OpEx) is about creating systems that deliver more value with less waste. This session provides second-stage businesses with practical tools to streamline processes and scale efficiently. […]
Leadership Development: Building Internal Capability
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Businesses scale only as far as their leaders grow. This session develops leadership capacity within organizations, equipping teams to manage complexity and drive sustained growth. Key Learning Objectives: […]
Growth, Succession, Exit: Clarify the Path Forward
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Every business must eventually decide whether to grow, transition to new leadership, or prepare for sale. This session clarifies the options and helps owners choose the right path. […]
Risk Mitigation: Reduce Owner Dependency and Financial Risk
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Owner dependency and unmanaged risks can reduce business value and jeopardize transitions. This session addresses risk mitigation strategies to safeguard continuity and enterprise value. Key Learning Objectives: 1. […]
Business Valuation: Understand and Improve Company Worth
Montana West Economic Development 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell, MT, United StatesCourse Overview: Valuation is more than a number—itʼs a reflection of systems, profitability, and scalability. This session prepares business owners to understand and improve their companyʼs worth ahead of succession […]