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!
Does your business need a website?  Are you intimidated or confused by the process?  Would you like to learn how to create and manage your own business website? 
 
Join us in Browning for an in-depth, one day training course, the Website Boot Camp - Website in a Day. Taught by SBDC Business Advisor Rich Gannon, this one day course will teach participants how to create, build and maintain a business website from start to finish, including the creating of an online store using the Wix design platform. We will also cover how to create a website that includes a hotel booking feature, perfect for tourism and hospitality related businesses. 


Website Bootcamp
June 29
9 am - 3 pm
Browning 
Why Choose Great Falls College's CDL Program?
Our program brings businesses and people together providing an opportunity to obtain your Class A license and provide immediate job placement. Our program is unique in the state of Montana and we couldn't do it without our community business partners. This is a win-win for job seekers and businesses. We have smaller class sizes and an experienced staff who are dedicated to YOUR success. Attend one of our informational sessions to learn about details of the program, application requirements, class format, class schedules, and funding opportunities. No registration required.


CDL Informational Session
July 10
10 am & 5:30 pm
Please join the Montana PTAC for a high-level VIRTUAL training on how the federal government and State of Montana purchases products and services.

Topics include: Federal and State of MT purchasing thresholds
Conducting market research
Federal purchasing vehicles (methods)
Where to find opportunities and how to get automatic notices
Marketing your business to government agencies
Tips on finding subcontracting opportunities


Take Action! Move Beyond SAM!
July 19
11:30
Designed for individuals who would like to start their own business. This is a great overview of things to know about start-up costs, financing options, and business planning. A wealth of information and resources are provided free of charge.


Startup Roadmap
July 10
Questions about our training and programs?
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Tony Peres
Small Business Navigator
(406) 750-2099
Our Mission
Grow diverse economic opportunities that enhance quality of life.

Great Falls Region Community Vision
The Great Falls Region will be a proud, positive, and vibrant community, which welcomes new people, new investments, and innovative opportunities while celebrating its authentic and diverse Montana culture. Our community will be a safe and inclusive place to raise families and will offer opportunities for individual growth and quality of life, which retains and grows our population.

GFDA Organizational Vision
Great Falls Development Authority will be a change agent, catalyst, and facilitator in the Great Falls region, fostering collaboration and partnerships to support diverse economic opportunities, innovation, and growth. Our economic development organization will be a high performing leader in attracting new investment and talent. Our work providing access to capital, consulting, training and resources for entrepreneurs, businesses, developers, and nonprofits will transform Great Falls and the surrounding 13-county trade area into a thriving regional economy that enhances the standard of living for our people.    

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 and Lenders.

GFDA is proud to host a Montana Small Business Development Center, a Montana Procurement Technical Assistance Center, and a Montana Food & Ag Development Center. We are also proud to provide office space for MSU's Montana Manufacturing Extension Center and an SBA Women's Business Center in partnership with the University of Montana and the Montana Native Growth Fund.

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

For more info, click to our website.