Alliance Member Reception- Kalispell August 30, 2016, 5:00- 7:00 PM hosted by Glacier Bank.  Reception held at Desoto Grill 227 1st St West, Kalispell MT. Board of Advisors Meeting and CEO Roundtable August 30, 2016, 2:30-4:30 PM, held at Montana West Economic Development at 44 West 2nd Ave, Kalispell MT.

Brown Bag Series: Blueprint for Business Success Topic:  The Fair Labor Standards Act: Part 541 Overtime Final Rule The presentation will cover an overview of the FLSA - the key requirements for salaried, exempt employees, and the changes to the salary requirements. Click HERE for more information.

The monthly meeting of the Flathead County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) board of directors. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month, 3:00 pm, at Montana West Economic Development. Please see the FCEDA website for the Agenda and any additional information about FCEDA. www.flatheadcountyeda.com

Save the date of September 11-12 for the Market Montana Symposium in Missoula. This is the third event of Governor Bullock's Main Street Montana Project Peer-to-Peer Symposium Series. Join us to explore how promoting Montana's competitive advantage will continue to move the state's economy forward. More information, including how to register, will be available soon.

Take the Safety Challenge this September at one of Montana State Fund’s free safety workshops. At these workshops we’ll help you overcome some of the challenges your organization must face to ensure you protect your employees from on-the-job injuries and illnesses. Topics include: Changes in Safety Compliance – OSHA and the Montana Department of Labor […]

On September 20th and 21st, Governor Steve Bullock and the Main Street Montana Project will host the Beyond the Classroom: Building Montana’s 21st Century Workforce Symposium. The symposium will focus on utilizing work-based learning solutions to strengthen our economy and build a workforce for Montana businesses across multiple industry sectors. Work-based learning, including apprenticeship training programs, support businesses as they […]

Calling all employers!! Plan to participate in the 2016 Fall Job Fair on September 22, 2016 at the Gateway Community Center.  We are looking for all businesses and professions to be represented. This job fair is held in conjunction with the Columbia Falls Weyerhaeuser lay off of approximately 100 employees plus those job seekers in […]

2016 Update on Non-Compete Agreements, Trade Secrets and More: What Your Company Needs to Know to Protect its Employees and Confidential Information Non-compete agreements, trade secrets, and similar restrictions on current and former employees have come under increased scrutiny this year – including the passage of the Defend Trade Secrets Act, a White House report […]

Nonprofits In Focus The 2016 MNA Conference, Nonprofits in Focus, addresses the topic of focus as one of the most pressing issues facing nonprofit staff members, boards and other volunteers. From maintaining strategic focus to analyzing data, strengthening collective activity, or merely managing the inbox and calendar, nonprofit leaders must strengthen their ability to focus […]

Kalispell Chamber Board Room October 4 from 8:30 - 10:00am Do you think about the inevitable: the time when you will no longer be running or owning your business or practice? What will happen? Do you intend to pass the business to a family member or sell it to a key employee? Will you try […]

An afternoon of stories and insights from the world of leadership. Come spend an afternoon with leaders as they share their insights, stories and experience from the world of leadership. Our speakers include Mac Bledsoe, President and Founder of Parenting with Dignity; Candace Denegal, retired Vice President of the Boeing Company; and Grey Reugamer, former […]

Kalispell Chamber Board Room October 4 from 2:00-3:30pm What is intellectual property (IP) and how can it be used to provide your product with a competitive advantage in the market place? Learn how harnessing the categories of IP can help prevent infringement, erect barriers to entry, minimize the risk in the marketplace, and enhance long-term […]

Montana Manufacturing Conference SAVE THE DATES!  October 5-7, 2016. Beginning nearly two decades ago, Montana's premier Manufacturing Conference provided attendees an opportunity to learn, network and grow.  This year, we continue that legacy.  The 2016 Compete Smart Conference will strengthen your skills, grow your network and enhance the opportunities for your business.  Join us October […]

National Manufacturing Day is Friday, October 7, 2016 and the Kalispell Chamber will be participating for the third year with a month of events running from September 20 to October 20. Manufacturing Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers and raise awareness of industry issues and opportunities. […]

The monthly meeting of the Flathead County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) board of directors. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month, 3:00 pm, at Montana West Economic Development. Please see the FCEDA website for the Agenda and any additional information about FCEDA. www.flatheadcountyeda.com

See Your Company's Financials in a Whole New Light Statistics show that over half of all businesses that fail each year do so despite reporting profits and record sales. Profit Mastery: Getting Control of Your Business is a 16-hour course designed to help business owners and managers get more from their financial statements. Through case […]

What is a Business Model? A business model describes the means and methods by which a business will operate. Put simply, it is how the business plans to make a profit. What is the Business Model Canvas? The Business Model Canvas is an entrepreneurial tool that helps you identify a plan that is right for your business, and provides a way […]

OWNING A VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS Veterans have the character, discipline, and skills needed to succeed as small business owners and entrepreneurs. Wondering what it takes and how you can prepare? Enroll in Boots to Business Reboot. ABOUT BOOTS TO BUSINESS REBOOT Boots to Business Reboot is a two-day training program that provides participants an overview […]