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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!

Is your business struggling with its digital presence? Join our upcoming class to learn the skills necessary for navigating the digital landscape effectively. Additionally learn some basic AI (artificial intelligence) skills that can help with many aspects of digital marketing. The course will be taught, in person, at the Great Falls Development Alliance office by SBDC Advisor Rich Gannon.

Elevate & Manage Your Business Digital Footprint

March 27

9:00 - 10:30 AM

Join Patty Cox of the Montana APEX for a high-level view of the SBA's Small Business Certifications. The SBA provides several programs to help small businesses win federal contracts. Learn how participating in these programs can help businesses:

• Win a fair share of federal contracts
• Qualify for exclusive set-aside and sole-source contracts
• Partner with established contractors to win contracts

The Small Business Webinar Series: Understanding SBA's Government Contracting Small Business Program

April 4

11:00 - 11:30 AM

Grow diverse economic opportunities that enhance quality of life.

Our Mission

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.

Great Falls Development Authority | GrowGreatFallsMontana.org