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Applications accepted for manufacturing loan program

The Montana Department of Commerce is reopening the Montana Manufacturing Automation Loan Program application submissions. This initiative, conducted in collaboration with lending institutions, is designed to assist Montana manufacturers seeking to automate or modernize their existing operations, enabling them to upskill their current workforce, which fosters more productivity and efficiency. To access the application and guidelines, visit https://tinyurl.com/49d579pf

Business matchmaking

The Kalispell APEX Accelerator Program (formerly PTAC) along with the Small Business Development Center at Flathead Valley Community College and Montana West Economic Development are holding a Procurement and Business Matchmaking Event on Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at FVCC’s Arts and Technology Building, Room 139. Representatives from a variety of state and local agencies will be available for questions and answers and networking opportunities with attendees. The event is free of charge, but seating space is limited. Registration is at https://dobusinessinmontana.com/meet-and-greet/

C-Falls Chamber After Hours

The Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours networking event is Oct. 24 5:30-7 p.m. at Cedar Palace Medical Center, 500 12th Ave West, Columbia Falls. Co-hosts are Glacier Bank and Glacier Medical Associates.

Kalispell Chamber Coffee Connect

The Kalipsell Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee Connect on Oct. 25 is at World Gym Kalispell, 555 East Swift Creek, at 8 a.m. The program features a host, a spotlight speaker, testimonials for chamber members.

Evergreen luncheon

The Evergreen Chamber of Commerce holds its High Noon Luncheon on Oct. 27 at 11:30 a.m. at Snappy’s Event Center, 1400 U.S. 2 E. Presentations are by Greater Valley Health Center, Bluebird Health and Dr. Dan Gragert. Lunch is $15.