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| MATR Newsletter - Fri Sep 9, 2016 |
“It’s not a hundred years off — it’s now.” William V. Sweet, a scientist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Flooding of U.S. Coast, Caused by Global Warming, Has Already Begun http://www.matr.net/ar ... .html
Main Street Montana Market Montana Symposium, 9/11-12, Missoula http://www.matr.net/ev ... =6075
Choose Montana
Montana Politics & Legislature
- Kauffman Foundation notes enormous increases in entrepreneurship courses at colleges and universities
"We had a researcher who went to visit Montana because they are doing really interesting things."
Montana Code Girls
- Montana Technology Entrepreneurs Launch OpenSourceMT
While the group was founded by business owners and well known figures in the technology community, OpenSourceMT welcomes everyone who values an inclusive and vibrant economy.
- Montana interim commission proposes increases to special education funding
"We don't know enough."
Dorsey & Whitney LLP
- Montana Code Girls proves programming isn't just for boys
"We know that even though women make up over 50 percent of the work force, they're less than 25 percent of the workforce in science, technology, engineering and math jobs," said Governor Steve Bullock. "This is important to me not only governor, but as the father of 14 and a 12 year old daughter. Ultimately we want to make sure that they have every opportunity to succeed."
- Montana Code Girls Registration is Open!
Montana Code Girls program opens statewide registration.
Visit Montana - Montana Dept. of Tourism
- 2016 Update On Non-Compete Agreements, Trade Secrets And More, 9/26, Missoula, Montana
What Your Company Needs to Know to Protect its Employees.
Energy and Climate Change
- Best Montana Trails You've Never Heard Of
Many thanks to the Montana Wilderness Association
Come Home Montana
- Flooding of U.S. Coast, Caused by Global Warming, Has Already Begun
The sea has crept up to the point that a high tide and a brisk wind are all it takes to send water pouring into streets and homes.
- Obama and Xi Formally Commit U.S. and China to Paris Climate Accord
Though widely expected as the next step in the legal process, the move could provide a boost to those who want to build momentum for further climate talks by bringing the December accord into effect as soon as possible.
- The Coalition for Green Capital - Does Your State Have One? If not, WHY?
The Coalition for Green Capital (CGC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that aims to accelerate the growth of clean energy markets through the creation of Green Banks.
- Blockchain technology used to allow those producing excess renewable energy to sell it on directly to consumers.
Power Ledger is using a greener form of Blockchain technology - Ecochain - to allow those producing excess renewable energy to sell it on directly to consumers.
Montana Business
- Montana Career Opportunities - Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Director-UM Dining, Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO), Executive Director, Adams Center and many more - University of Montana
The opportunity to live in one of the finest college towns in America, awesome Grizzly Athletics, and some of the best rafting and fly fishing anywhere in the lower 48.
- Montana Career Opportunity - Executive Director - Montana Facility Finance Authority (MFFA)
The Montana Facility Finance Authority (MFFA) in Helena, Montana, seeks an Executive Director to apply leadership, finance, economic development, and marketing skills in a dynamic and rewarding job while supporting organizations and communities throughout the state.
- Flathead County businesses feel effects of worker shortage
There are currently over 1,000 job openings in Flathead County, and that worker shortage is a shock to some in the community.
Montana Economic Development
- Paradise, Montana man turns hobby into 25-year Montana legacy - Montana Guitar Shop
Today those exports are worth thousands of dollars each.
- Front Street Capital Management, Inc.
Over the years we have defined and refined our criteria for identifying companies for long term investment into six management principles that we believe are both powerful and timeless
- $6.6M egg sorting plant coming to Great Falls
The demand for Montana-grown eggs is expected to double over the next few years, with the potential to draw in $13 million in additional revenues each year for the state's agriculture economy.
- The manufacturing industry in Montana is growing at more than double the national rate
"Our manufacturing employment is growing faster than the rest of the nation right now and that is a very positive indicator for Montana and the manufacturing industry here," said MMEC associate director Jenni West.
- Is there a wine trail in western Montana's future?
"Fenced-Out Mule Deer Vineyards." Putnam first tried growing grapes in Gallatin County when he retired to Montana. He moved west to the Bitterroot partly to get into a better area for grapes.
TEDx Events in Montana
- Pam Haxby-Cote, new executive director of the Butte Local Development Corporation brings new energy, enthusiasm to Butte marketing group
"We live in the best town in the best state in the greatest nation in the world," she told the Council of Commissioners recently.
Business Plan Forums
- Today's TED Talk - The agony of trying to unsubscribe
Comedian James Veitch turned this frustration into whimsy when a local supermarket refused to take no for an answer. Hijinks ensued.
Government
- Rocky Mountain Venture Capital Association's Pitchfest, 9/22, Bozeman, Montana
Eight MT companies will present to a panel of VCs from across the West.
Regional Economic Development
- Why We Need to Move Away From Jailing the Mentally Ill
Diverting low-level, nonviolent offenders into treatment saves millions of dollars and makes our streets safer.
Workforce Development
- A New Financing Tool for California: Enhanced Infrastructure Finance Districts
Enhanced infrastructure finance districts allow regional cooperation on infrastructure investment and economic development.
21st Century Education Initiative - "You Should Care..."
- Senator Tester announces funding for entry-level mechanic job training program for Neptune Aviation in Missoula
Neptune Aviation will receive this money in the form of a low-interest loan, which they will use to train and hire low-income workers as entry-level mechanics.
Education
- School district experiments with new approach -- experiential learning in a big way
"A lot of these kids are what are traditionally called the back-row boys and girls. Now they are right up front."
Community
- Breakthrough Junior Challenge: Kids with 'big idea' in science or math can win $250K scholarship
Last year, more than 2,000 students ages 13 to 18 from 86 countries submitted original videos to explain mathematical or scientific concepts.
Funding and Building your Business
- Ranking communities on different consumer expenditures now easier than ever
But how much do they spend, on average, on their hair? Or their kids' clothes. Or entertainment? Or alimony payments?
- Doug Burgum talks about re-thinking cities
"We are planning for a world that used to be instead of the world that is coming."
Montana Biotech
- What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Business - Mike Maher - Blackstone LaunchPad at Montana State University
I've been an entrepreneur for years, but one thing remains unchanged. Entrepreneurship is intimidating.
Connectivity & Communications
- Bozeman Takeda branch involved with push for Zika vaccine
Takeda, based in Osaka, Japan, bought the Bozeman company LigoCyte Pharmaceuticals in 2012. It said last year it was closing the Bozeman site and others as part of a two-year effort to consolidate its vaccine business in the Boston area.
Government Technology
- Cutting the cord gets easier with Sling TV, DirecTV Now, other alternatives to cable
With the online alternatives becoming more attractive, it may not be too long before I ditch my traditional set-top box.
- U.S. Senate Candidate Campaigns for Internet as a Utility
"This needs to be a utility," Feingold said. "Everybody needs to have it. You can't let these three big companies have control."
Non-Profit News
- California Launches First True Open Data Portal, KC Takes Another Step Toward Innovation
A look back at highlights and happenings in the world of civic tech.
The Creative and Cultural Economy
- 'Farm Hands Nourish the Flathead' focuses on getting fresh, nutritious ingredients into meals on the Blackfeet Reservation and in the Flathead
A survey showed that 37 percent of people living on the Blackfeet Reservation are living below the poverty line, more than double the state and national averages hovering around 15 percent.
Transportation
- Study finds Montanans are artsier than average
"Montana is third in the nation for attending performing arts events and movies," said Montana Arts Council director Arlynn "Arni" Fishbaugh.
- Who, What, When Rundown of Players in the Driverless Vehicle Game
What a big month it's been for driverless cars.
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