Steve Arveschoug Awarded Anthony J. Preite Champion of Economic Development Award
at 2023 Montana Economic Developers Fall Conference
This award recognizes a Montana Economic Developer Association member in honor of Anthony J. Preite, a native Montanan who devoted 50 years to local, state and federal development agencies in leadership roles, and is credited with significantly impacting Montana communities and her citizens.

This award is intended for a Montanan who has practiced economic development full-time who has significantly contributed to the profession, to the association, their economic development organization, and to the communities as a whole.
BSED Receives Two Economic Impact Awards
at 2023 Montana Economic Developers Fall Conference
Each year, through its Impact Awards, MEDA recognizes member organizations that demonstrate valuable and effective approaches to community and economic development throughout Montana. Impact Awards recognize MEDA member projects for their creative efforts advancing economic development and improved quality of life. The breadth and scope of the winning projects illustrate the important role MEDA members have in Montana communities, regions, and state.
Montana APEX Accelerator 2023 - Match your business with government contracts event

The economic impact of government contracts in Montana is significant. Each year, federal agencies alone (DoD and civilian) purchase an average of $800 million of products/services from MT companies. This does not include purchases made by the State of Montana, other states, cities and counties.

This includes all industries and types of products and services. Government contracts are business opportunities for Montana companies. Revenue from contracts is used to expand operations, hire employees, pay taxes, invest in equipment/inventory and grow the top line.

The Vault at 201 N Broadway is a dynamic and engaging podcast created by Big Sky Economic Development, located in the heart of downtown Billings, Montana. Launched on February 1, 2023, this podcast serves as a beacon of inspiration and empowerment for the local community and beyond.

Project Mission: The primary mission of this podcast is to showcase the businesses and the people of Billings and the surrounding region, sharing their compelling stories and the remarkable impacts they have on building a vibrant and healthy economy. “The Vault” offers a platform for entrepreneurs, small business owners, workforce development experts, community leaders, and innovative thinkers to tell their tales of success, perseverance, and innovation.
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