Big rigs hit roads to lure businesses to Montana – Governor hopes to spur business relocation

The goal of Innovate Montana, Schweitzer said, is to let job creators know that "Montana’s a place to bring your innovative ideas."

Five long semi trailers, wrapped with a huge ad encouraging businesses to move to Montana, are driving around the Seattle area as part of an effort by the state and private companies.

Parked in a driveway behind the Capitol, a Watkins & Shepard semi trailer displayed a large scenic photo of a Montana lake and a promotion for Innovate Montana, a public-private partnership launched by Gov. Brian Schweitzer and businesses in 2010. This truck will drive around Montana, with its message aimed at out-of-state travelers visiting the state.

"Build your business," the truck wraps say. "Live your dream."

By CHARLES S. JOHNSON IR State Bureau

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Governor hopes to spur business relocation

Gov. Brian Schweitzer says a new website is being unveiled that will help out-of-state businesses relocate to Montana.

The governor says the website http://www.innovatemontana.com is part of a campaign promoting the state.

It also includes commercials in West Coast markets highlighting Montana business leaders who built in Montana. There will also be semi-trucks in Seattle wrapped in an advertisement for the new website.

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