Flathead Business Watercooler

Scaling Montana

Montana West Economic Development holds a Scaling Montana Speaker Series watch party on Jan. 16 from noon to 1 p.m. at its office at 44 2nd Ave. W. in Kalispell. This month's speaker series presents a fireside chat with two seasoned tech veterans from Whitefish. Hear a firsthand account of NeuroID's recent acquisition by Experian and learn about the challenges and triumphs of operating technology companies during intense periods of growth and change. 

C-Falls Chamber lunch

The Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce holds its luncheon on Jan. 14 at 11:30 a.m. at Cedar Creek Lodge. Speakers are Rob Spence and Kayla Hartley with Glacier Park Collection. To register, visit columbiafallschamber.org.

Kalispell UNWIND

The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce holds its UNWIND on Jan. 14 at 5 p.m. at the Hockaday Museum of Art, 302 Second Ave. E, Kalispell. The event offers a chance for business professionals to network. 

Kalispell Chamber lunch

The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Business Matters luncheon is Jan. 21 at 11:30 a.m. at Flathead Valley Community College's Arts & Technology Building. Lorraine Clarno, president and CEO of Kalispell chamber, will share an overview of the chamber's legislative agenda highlighting key priorities. To register, visit business.kalispellchamber.com

LEAN workshop

The Montana Manufacturing Extension Center offers a workshop on Jan. 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Discover how LEAN principles can help any organization improve, and learn how to apply these principles through hands-on experiences in a fun, engaging and eye-opening workshop. There's no cost, but space is limited. The workshop takes place at Montana West Economic Development, 44 Second Ave. W., Kalispell. Visit dobusinessinmontana.com