Flathead Business Watercooler

Governor’s Conference on Tourism 

Registration is open for the Montana Department of Commerce Governor's Conference on Tourism, which is an annual conference bringing over 350 tourism and business professionals together to educate, network and inspire one another. The conference is April 27-29 in Helena. To register, visit eventsquid.com/event.cfm?id=25661.  

Leadership roundtable program 

Montana West Economic Development is hosting PeerSpectives roundtable program for business leaders. The program is for leaders of second stage companies – typically organizations with annual sales over $1 million and 10 employees or more. PeerSpectives benefits entrepreneurs and business leaders who are looking for more dedicated time to work on their business and improve their decision-making through support and connection with other dedicated peers. A new cohort of PeerSpectives will launch in March 2025. The deadline for new applications is Monday, Feb 17 at 5 p.m. Limited spaces are available. To apply, visit dobusinessinmontana.com/peerspectives/ 

Montana Export 101 Webinar 

The Montana Department of Commerce holds the “Export 101” webinar on Feb. 19 from 9-11 a.m. to learn about exporting and selling internationally. The free webinar will help participants understand the basics of international sales such as market research, sales strategies, legal issues, shipping, payments and cultural differences. To register, visit commerce.mt.gov

C-Falls chamber lunch 

The Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce holds its membership luncheon on Feb. 11 at 11:30 a.m. at Cedar Creek Lodge, 930 Second Ave. W. The featured presenter is Dr. Keltie Warren with Thrive Chiropractic talking about the neurological side of chiropractic care. Cost is $15 for members. To register, visit commerce.mt.gov 

Kalispell chamber UNWIND   

The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce holds its UNWIND event on Feb. 11 at 5 p.m. at Flathead Industries, 66 4th Ave WN, Kalispell. The monthly event provides businesses with the opportunity to build relationships and connect with other business community members.    

Bigfork chamber Sundowner  

The Bigfork Chamber of Commerce holds its February Sundowner on Feb. 13 at 5 p.m. at El Topo, 7987 Montana 35. The event provides the opportunity to network with business professionals in the community.  

Kalispell chamber Coffee Connect  

The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce holds its February Coffee Connect on Feb. 14 at 8 a.m. at the chamber board room, 2 S. Main St., with Mountain HR. The morning networking event allows business representatives to network. Coffee Connect includes a spotlight speaker and chance to pass the mic.