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Whether you're just getting started, looking for new customers, wanting to grow sales through e-commerce, or focusing on workforce.

We're here to help.

Check out the upcoming trainings below!

This is a pre-business workshop for transitioning military service members at Malmstrom Air Force Base as part of the Transition Assistance Program. Active duty military, veterans, and military families are welcome. 

PLEASE NOTE: This class will be delivered in-person at Malmstrom Air Force Base. Attendees will need to have or request base access. 

Boots to Business

Thursday, June 27 & Friday, June 28, 2024

Join us on July 23rd at 12 pm for a webinar on the Local Food Choice Act with Sam Blomquist of Prospera in Bozeman, MT. We will be discussing the ins and outs of the law that allows you to sell certain food items directly to consumers without the need for a commercial kitchen, retail or wholesale license. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity for your business or want to ask questions about which products this law covers, put this webinar on your calendar!

Tuesday Training: Local Food Choice Act with Prospera, MT

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

12:00 - 12:30 PM

What's the Flow & Where Does It Go? What happens after Northrop Grumman receives your capability statement? Join Montana APEX Accelerator and Tracy Jerman from Northrop Grumman's Space Sector Strategic Deterrent Systems to learn about doing business with the company. Topics will include: Capability Statements Northrop Grumman Portal Doing Business with Large Federal Contractors Socio-Economic Catagories Pre-Marketing Suggestions Responding to RFP's/RFQ's Subcontractor Attributes Cyber Security & CMMC Tips for Success Next Steps Why attend? Whether you're a new or seasoned contractor navigating the complexities of government contracting, seize the opportunity to delve into Northrop Grumman's capability statement evaluation process and gain a comprehensive understanding of the vetting procedures.

Great Falls APEX Strategic Series: What's the Flow & Where Does It Go?

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

1:00 - 2:00 PM

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Grow diverse economic opportunities that enhance quality of life.

GFDA is a certified Community Development Financial Institution and a 501(c)3 charitable organization. High Plains Financial is a certified Community Development Corporation that offers SBA 504 loans statewide. GFDA and High Plains Financial are Equal Opportunity Employers, Lenders and Providers.

GFDA is proud to host a Montana Small Business Development Center, a Montana APEX Accelerator, and a Montana Food & Ag Development Center. GFDA is a certified Montana MicroBusiness Development Corporation.

GFDA was the first economic development organization in the Rocky Mountain West to earn accreditation from the International Economic Development Council.

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