Flathead Business Watercooler

Economic Development Strategy meeting

Montana West Economic Development is updating the Flathead County five-year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy and is seeking community input. MWED is encouraging citizens and business representatives to attend and to share ideas about challenges and opportunities for the county. The next meeting is April 25 from noon - 1 p.m. at Montana West Economic Development, 44 2nd Avenue West, Kalispell.

Lakeside networking event

Join the Lakeside/Somers Chamber of Commerce for the April Chamber B.A.S.H (business associates social hour) April 25 from 4 - 5 p.m. This month’s event is hosted by Sliters Lumber & Building Supply, 106 Stoner Loop Rd, Lakeside. The event will have beverages, appetizers and raffles, and is free for chamber members, $5 for guests.

Columbia Falls networking

This month’s Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is co-hosted by Nomad Global Communication Solutions and Black Diamond Mortgage. The event will be held on April 25 at Nomad Global Communication Solutions, 5414 U.S. 2, Columbia Falls from 5:30-7 p.m. Event is open to the public and chamber members. Appetizers and beverages provided.

Flathead Area Young Professionals Beer with the Boss

Presented by the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Bias Brewing, this month’s Beer with the Boss event is meant to inspire young professionals and have an established pro share their wisdom. This month’s boss is realtor Phil Labuda. The event is on April 27, 5:30 - 7 p.m. at 412 S Main St.