Montana Chamber of Commerce

The third annual Critical Resource Summit (CRS) aims to build upon the momentum generated by the first and second CRS with: ?? a review of successful actions over the previous year, ?? a discussion of new relevant challenges to critical resources, and ?? the identification of opportunities to move from analysis to action across government, academic, and industry partners. Happening April 8-9, 2025 at The Kimpton Armory Hotel and the MSU Innovation Campus (EngineWorks Building) at Montana State University-Bozeman. https://lnkd.in/gv6HwUek

Do you want to see the future of Entrepreneurship in Montana? Please consider signing up to be a judge for our 2025 Prospects competition (link below). #mtbiz

Great job opportunity with RDO Equipment Co. in Billings, Montana! ? See below for details ?

LinkedIn connections- There are only two roles like this at RDO Equipment Co. and one of them could be yours! Our solar technology team leads the nation in machine automation for pile driving solutions and this role is responsible for nearly half the country. Pair industry leading solutions from Carlson Machine Control with incredible machines like Vermeer Corporation’s PD-10 and the newly released PD-25. The location for this role is flexible, but preferred in Minnesota or Texas. Check out this job at RDO Equipment Co.: National Account Manager - Solar Technology

Applications are open for our annual MSU $100K Venture Competition! The competition is open to all undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, researchers, post-doctoral researchers, and recent alumni (2024 graduates) from Montana State University-Bozeman, the University of Montana and Montana Technological University. The competition provides entrepreneurs the opportunity to present their business ventures, receive feedback and compete for startup funding. Those interested in competing must submit an online application by Sunday, March 30, before 11:59 pm. Selected finalists will pitch to a panel of judges on April 24 at 5 p.m. in Inspiration Hall in MSU’s Norm Asbjornson Hall. The event is free and open to the public. Categories for the competition will include Social Impact, Deep Tech or University-based Research, and Traditional Venture. All types of ventures are welcome, including new products, services, nonprofit ventures and projects with a social impact focus. Applications and competition information can be found at https://lnkd.in/eZ33FDx Questions about the MSU $100K Venture Competition may be directed to the Blackstone LaunchPad at Montana State University: 406-994-4383 or [email protected].?? For the full university announcement, visit https://lnkd.in/g8FpPCqJ

What could be more important than our kids, our economy, and our communities across Montana?! ?? Get your tickets now for the 2nd Annual Montana Festival taking place May 14-17 in Bozeman to be a part of the conversation??. Your Montana Festival Pass will get you access to 4 Days, 3 Main Stages, 50+ Speakers, 4 Musical Acts, and your choice of Wednesday Workshops, Thursday Evening Events, and Saturday Outdoor Activities all hosted by our more than 50+ Sponsors & Partners of which the Montana Chamber is proudly one. ?? For all you #trailblazing ladies coming, when you register, select "Women Leaders' Breakfast" and join us at no extra charge. ??? Come share coffee, pastries, and stories with 100 badass women?? from across the state who are shaping the future of our economy. Happy to be co-hosting with Amanda Diehl, MPH Founder of Sky Oro, Liz Marchi of Two Bear Capital and Montana Chamber Board Director, and UBS. ?? Wednesday, May 14, 2025 ? 8:30-9:30 AM ?? Sky Oro See you in May for Montana's Event of the Year! #MontanaFestival #LastBestPlace Padden Guy Murphy Lumay Wang Murphy Yarrow Kraner Jenni Graff Julia Bryant Candace Carr Strauss

Housing remains a top issue for the Montana economy and its communities. Learn more about innovations happening around the Treasure State. ??

We would like to congratulate the 8 Montana-based team members in Billings, Bozeman, and Missoula who were recently promoted to associate at Cushing Terrell. About Cushing Terrell: "With a vision to empower team members to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments, we design systems and spaces that help people live their best lives, achieve their visions, and enjoy healthy, sustainable built environments. Through our knowledge-driven process, we find joy in uncovering thoughtful solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole."

We build airplanes. They can build ... anything! Through a Boeing grant, the Helena Education Foundation purchased 1000+ pounds of LEGO kits so Helena Public Schools students can let their imaginations run wild. Helena's K-6 educators will use the six pallets of LEGO kits for lessons like Construction & Deconstruction, Simple Machines, Motors & Flight, Engineering & Design and Coding & Robotics. Here's to inspiring and preparing the next generation of innovators! the LEGO Group

FOR MONTANA CHAMBER MEMBERS ONLY The Montana Chamber of Commerce invites you to a virtual briefing on Monday, March 17 at 11:00 AM MT. Join Isabelle Icso, Senior Director of International Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for an off-the-record “2025 Trade Outlook,” providing valuable insights into key international trade and investment trends shaping the global landscape. Her discussion will cover a range of pressing topics, including the latest developments in tariffs and their potential impact on businesses and markets. This exclusive session will offer attendees a deeper understanding of the shifting dynamics in international trade and what to anticipate in the year ahead. Isabelle Icso, Senior Director of International Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, advocates for the Chamber’s international trade and investment priorities before the administration, Congress, and foreign governments. Icso works alongside leaders in the International Affairs Division to execute advocacy actions with a country or region-specific focus. Again, the virtual briefing via Zoom is scheduled for Monday, March 17 at 11:00 AM MT. Attendance requires advance registration here: https://lnkd.in/gdBiapdX After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. #MTBiz #PartnerInPolicy #Advocacy #VoiceofBusiness