Flathead Business Watercooler

Kalispell UNWIND 

The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce UNWIND business after hours networking event is at Stockman Bank, 2405 U.S. 93, on Sept. 10 at 5 p.m. The event is an opportunity for businesses to network.  

Bigfork Sundowner 

The Bigfork Chamber of Commerce Sundowner is Sept. 12 at 5 p.m. at Parkside Credit Union, 8111 Montana 35, Bigfork. The event is an opportunity for business networking.  

Scaling MT Speaker Series  

The Scaling MT Speaker Series features Laura Orvidas on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Montana West Economic Development will host a watch party at noon at its office, 44 2nd Ave. W in Kalispell.  

Orvidas is the CEO of OnX, a pioneering company in mapping and navigation solutions tailored for outdoor enthusiasts. With over 19 years of experience at Amazon, where she held various leadership positions including vice president. Orvidas’ extensive tech background and strategic vision continue to propel OnX’s mission to connect people with the outdoors through cutting-edge technology. 

Register for food and beverage show  

Applications for the annual Montana Food and Beverage Show are open. The show will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Missoula, on Monday, Oct.14 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. This show gives a chance to showcase and provide samples of products to buyers from distributors, restaurants, hotels, bars, retail stores, and more. For information, visit https://tinyurl.com/3rrn9azt 

Employee Hiring Survey 

The WorkForce Flathead Team is conducting a survey of company’s hiring position on employing those who have been convicted of a felony. The survey coincides with the Montana Department of Corrections plan to open a prerelease facility in Kalispell. To take the survey, visit https://tinyurl.com/2476rmr3

Applications open for mentorship program 

The Montana Women's Mentorship Program 56Strong connects women entrepreneurs and business leaders from all of Montana's 56 counties through a one-on-one mentorship program. Applications for the program are open. The six-month program is designed to bridge the gap between the urban and rural divide, support female entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses, increase female businesses across the state of Montana, help women gain access to capital, and suport and build resiliency among female professionals. 

56Strong will kick off in January 2025. To apply, visit https://tinyurl.com/bduvfe8t