Bear Paw Development Corporation 48 Second Avenue PO Box 170 Havre, MT 59501 Toll Free: (888)528-2327 Direct: (406)265-9226 Fax: (406)265-5602 http://www.bearpaw.org Bear Paw Development Corporation is a private, non-profit organization created for the purpose of administering programs to help improve regional economic conditions in Hill, Blaine, Liberty, Chouteau and Phillips Counties and the Fort Belknap and Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservations. Bear Paw works toward this goal by coordinating economic development planning and project implementation among its member entities, assisting local governments in planning public works and coordinating public and private investments, and by engaging in research, planning and advisory functions appropriate to the attainment of its objectives.
Career Training Institute Helena, MT Direct: (406)443-0800 http://www.ctibrc.org Career Training Institute (CTI), a private, non-profit organization, was founded in May 1983 to meet the employment needs of women in the community. In response to the demands of a changing workforce, CTI’s services have since expanded to include all adults, youth, and business enterprises. The Business Resource Center at CTI opened in June 1998 as part of an effort to match workforce development with enterprise development. CTI has earned state-wide recognition as an agency with skilled staff able to deliver quality, customer- focused employment, training, and business resource services.
Career Transitions, Inc. PO Box 145 Belgrade, MT 59714 Direct: (406)388-6701 Fax: (406)388-6592 info@careertransitions.com http://www.careertransitions.com Career Transitions, Inc., a private non-profit job training organization, promotes job readiness and lifelong learning through adult education and training programs. The Gallatin Valley Farmers’ Markets are managed by Career Transitions, Inc.
Human Resource Development Council 32 South Tracy Bozeman, MT 59715 Direct: (406)587-4486 Fax: (406)585-3538 info@hrdc9.org http://www.thehrdc.org HRDC serves communities and people’s needs by developing resources that provide opportunities and essential services such as health and nutrition, emergency services, affordable housing, Head Start, youth development, volunteer opportunities, transportation, energy assistance and conservation and community development.
Human Resource Development Council 7 North 31st Street Billings, MT 59103 Direct: (406)247-4700 http://hrdc7.truebroadcast.com Our mission is to empower people in need through mobilizing and developing community resources by creating opportunities for success in Big Horn, Carbon, Stillwater, Sweet Grass and Yellowstone counties.
Montana Business Connections The University of Montana 242 Gallagher Business Building Missoula, MT 59812-6828 Direct: (406)243-4009 Fax: (406)243-2086 mtbc@business.umt.edu http://www.mbc.umt.edu/ Montana Business Connections is a central clearinghouse for resources and information on business assistance and economic and community development.
Montana Business Incubator Montana State University – Billings 100 Poly Drive, Suite 150 Billings, MT 59101 Direct: (406)657-2138 Fax: (406)657-2006 http://www.mtbiz.org The Montana Business Incubator is committed to creating jobs and wealth in the Billings Montana region by supporting entrepreneurship and innovation. The MBI seeks to assist companies involved in many technical areas, however a special emphasis is placed upon agriculture, medical, and energy related businesses. These three existing and mature business sectors comprise significant areas of technical growth potential for the region. The MBI therefore seeks client partners who are active participants in the above fields.
Montana Business Resources Division PO Box 200505 301 S Park Ave Helena, MT 59620-0505 Direct: (406)841-2730 TTY: (406)841-2702 Fax: (406)841-2731 http://businessresources.mt.gov/ The Business Resources Division is comprised of a variety of programs aimed at improving, enhancing, and diversifying Montana’s economic and business climate. Working closely with the private sector, the Governor’s Office, our economic and community development partners, other department divisions, state agencies, and federal and private programs, the division strives to enhance the economic base of Montana through business creation, expansion, and retention efforts.
Montana Community Development Corporation 110 E. Broadway 2nd Floor Missoula, MT 59802 Toll Free: (888)745-5601 Direct: (406)728-9234 Fax: (406)542-6671 info@mtcdc.org http://www.mtcdc.org/ Our role is to foster a resilient economy that is built on the inherent strengths of the people and the place where we live. Since 1989, MCDC has served hundreds of entrepreneurs with loans, consulting and training. The businesses our clients create help sustain their local communities and provide jobs in Western Montana. Our primary service area is Missoula, Ravalli, Mineral, Sanders and southern Lake Counties, but we can work with entrepreneurs throughout the state. MCDC is an equal opportunity lender and employer.
Montana Cooperative Extension Office Montana State University Extension Service PO Box 172230 Bozeman, MT 59717-2230 Direct: (406)994-1750 Fax: (406)994-1756 http://extn.msu.montana.edu/
University of Montana Rural Institute 52 Corbin Hall Missoula, MT 59812 Toll Free: (800)732-0323 Direct: (406)243-5467 TTY: (406)243-5467 Fax: (406)243-4730 rural@ruralinstitute.umt.edu http://ruralinstitute.umt.edu/ The Rural Institute: Center for Excellence in Disability Education, Research, and Service, is part of the national network of programs funded by the Federal Administration on Developmental Disabilities (ADD) committed to increasing and supporting the independence, productivity, and inclusion of persons with disabilities into the community.
Very useful resources. I appreciate the work that you’ve put into this Website and all the different resources that are available. I didn’t know about many of these things.
Thanks for creating this website and putting these resources together. They are very helpful for entrepreneurs. I have bookmarked the site and will come back to find more.
I was amazed by all the resources I found for my state. I didn’t know they offered so many things for entrepreneurs like me. I’m wondering if you’re going to do any live or group coaching, or if you speak? I noticed you’re in France, so I also wondered if you’re French?
Hey Cheryl, just wanted to let you know that I’d love to post some articles on your site. I think it provides a lot of valuable information. I work in the financial services area and particularly would be interested in writing about start-ups and financial information for entrepreneurs and microenterprise businesses. You’ve got my email address, so get in touch with me and lets talk.
Cheryl, I was wondering when you’re offering your next teleclass? I missed the last one and I know you said it wasn’t recorded, so I’d really like to get hooked up with the next one. Thanks! Happy New Year1
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – these resources are awesome! Thanks for putting all the work into this site and sharing all this information with entrepreneurs like me.
Bear Paw Development Corporation is a private, non-profit organization created for the purpose of administering programs to help improve regional economic conditions in Hill, Blaine, Liberty, Chouteau and Phillips Counties and the Fort Belknap and Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservations. Bear Paw works toward this goal by coordinating economic development planning and project implementation among its member entities, assisting local governments in planning public works and coordinating public and private investments, and by engaging in research, planning and advisory functions appropriate to the attainment of its objectives.
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Edward says:
November 18, 2010 at 3:13 pm (UTC 0)
Very useful resources. I appreciate the work that you’ve put into this Website and all the different resources that are available. I didn’t know about many of these things.
Manny says:
November 19, 2010 at 5:23 am (UTC 0)
Thanks for creating this website and putting these resources together. They are very helpful for entrepreneurs. I have bookmarked the site and will come back to find more.
Trisha K says:
November 19, 2010 at 2:31 pm (UTC 0)
Great resources – it’s fantastic to find everything a small business owner needs in one place. Thanks!
Caryl says:
November 23, 2010 at 11:32 am (UTC 0)
I was amazed by all the resources I found for my state. I didn’t know they offered so many things for entrepreneurs like me. I’m wondering if you’re going to do any live or group coaching, or if you speak? I noticed you’re in France, so I also wondered if you’re French?
David Spruce says:
November 23, 2010 at 5:55 pm (UTC 0)
Hey Cheryl, just wanted to let you know that I’d love to post some articles on your site. I think it provides a lot of valuable information. I work in the financial services area and particularly would be interested in writing about start-ups and financial information for entrepreneurs and microenterprise businesses. You’ve got my email address, so get in touch with me and lets talk.
jonn says:
November 26, 2010 at 8:28 am (UTC 0)
Great site and resources, thank you!
jon3 says:
December 18, 2010 at 6:13 am (UTC 0)
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jonn3 says:
December 25, 2010 at 10:45 am (UTC 0)
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John973 says:
December 27, 2010 at 3:40 am (UTC 0)
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John says:
December 31, 2010 at 7:40 am (UTC 0)
Cheryl, I was wondering when you’re offering your next teleclass? I missed the last one and I know you said it wasn’t recorded, so I’d really like to get hooked up with the next one. Thanks! Happy New Year1
jonhn says:
December 31, 2010 at 9:02 am (UTC 0)
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – these resources are awesome! Thanks for putting all the work into this site and sharing all this information with entrepreneurs like me.