News & Events
Early Stage Montana Names 7 Regional Tech Company Winners for Summer 2019 – Finals 11/7 in Missoula
Sunday, May 19, 2019
Early Stage Montana, a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of the tech ecosystem in Montana, is pleased to announce the winners of three Regional Showcase Competitions held early this month in Missoula, Bozeman, and Billings. Dozens of entrepreneurs from around the state submitted applications for the competitions, and each business was assigned a score by a group of experienced judges. Seventeen of the highest scoring companies were chosen to present their business plans in front of an audience, and to a panel of judges who scored them on dimensions such as the size of the opportunity, the qualit...
Grant will help UM build rural businesses across the state
Sunday, May 12, 2019
A recently awarded UM grant will help create a new center for developing businesses in rural areas of Montana.
This new center, called the University of Montana Center for Rural Economic Development (UMCRED) will work toward the same goals as Accelerate Montana, a group that helps businesses and entrepreneurs. The $730,000 grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration will allow the group to reach more rural areas.
Read full article.
Missoula tourism and marketing company, TOMIS, looks to expand, add jobs
Saturday, May 11, 2019
(MTHTBA) Volunteers for the nonprofit Clark Fork Coalition often find themselves in the mud, fishing out litter from the river’s banks or restoring riparian areas.
But on February 20, 17 employees from digital marketing and software-as-a-service company, TOMIS, armed with laptops instead of waders, crowded into conference rooms, stood at counters and tucked into corners of CFC’s Missoula office to tackle a different issue: digital marketing strategies.
Read full article.
GSK invests $100 million to expand long-term vaccine manufacturing capabilities in Hamilton, MT
Friday, May 10, 2019
- Site expansion will boost vaccine production capacity
- Creating new temporary construction and contracting jobs; and new permanent GSK positions
PHILADELPHIA -- GSK announced $100 million of new investment in its manufacturing site in Hamilton, Montana to expand the production capacity of key components of the adjuvant system used in several of GSK's vaccines, including SHINGRIX, which was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in October 2017.
For more than 20 years, GSK has been innovating in adjuvant systems and has developed vaccines to help prevent malaria and shingles that utilize adjuvant systems to help achieve a stronger immune response.
Read full article.
From ‘Random Thought’ to Reality, Ruby Valley Brew Thrives in Sheridan
Thursday, May 09, 2019
Ruby Valley Brew is where love of beer and community intersect.
After relocating from Ohio to the Ruby Valley, Amanda LaYacona and her husband drove through the small community of Sheridan, Montana, in search of a home to buy. Unexpectedly, she found herself interested in a commercial property too—a quaint building on Main Street.
Read full article.
Economic Development Creates Opportunity, Prosperity in Montana
Wednesday, May 08, 2019
Economic Development Week is a time to reflect on the many successes of public-private partnerships to grow businesses, create jobs and strengthen the economy. This year, Montana has something extra to celebrate with the bipartisan passage of House Bill 52.
HB 52 reauthorizes Montana’s suite of integrated economic development programs until 2027 — tools like Certified Regional Development Corporations, Small Business Development Centers, the export trade program at the Department of Commerce, Growth Through Agriculture at the Department of Agriculture and others.
Read full article.
Guest view: Montana strengthens its tourism economy
Tuesday, May 07, 2019
Tourism, a leading industry in Montana, does not grow by accident. Over time, as Montana’s economy has diversified to support a growing visitor economy, several critical milestones were first achieved. In 1987, Montana implemented a 4% lodging tax with proceeds statutorily directed to marketing promotion at the state, regional and local level along with supporting tourism assets such as Montana State Parks and the Historical Society.
Read full article.
5 Incredibly Inspiring TED Talks Every Female Entrepreneur Should Watch
Monday, May 06, 2019
These recognizable--and relatable!--women icons share stories that will inspire you to make changes at every phase of your career.
The business world may be working toward equality for men and women, but we're not quite there yet.
One of the most powerful ways to achieve your career ambitions is to listen and learn from the incredible female leaders who have paved the way before us. From Shonda Rhimes to Sheryl Sandberg, these TED Talk speakers are full of real world wisdom that will help you feel inspired--and take action--through every phase of your career.
Read full article.
$500,000 award to Missoula’s MonTEC a big boost for state’s bioscience industry
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
While Missoula is home to a growing number of startups rooted in the biosiences, a new contract awarded by the U.S. Small Business Administration looks to unite state partners and grow the industry to its full potential.
The Montana Technology Enterprise Center, otherwise known as MonTEC, announced the $500,000 annual award on Tuesday. The business incubator, located in Missoula, was one of just seven across the U.S. to receive the grant, earning it accolades from state and community partners.
Read full article.
MEDA April 2019 News
Saturday, March 30, 2019
MEDA April 2019 News - Register for the Spring Conference!
MEDA MARCH 2019 News
Thursday, February 28, 2019
MEDA March News - including spring conference agenda and registration!
MEDA August 2018 News
Wednesday, August 01, 2018
Catch up on all the MEDA News....and MEDA Unconference Registration is now open.
MEDA April 2018 News
Saturday, March 31, 2018
MEDA April 2018 News - be sure to check out the list of Tools for you to use as well as the Grant Opportunities.
