Making valuable connections

Throughout the year, the Montana Chamber offers targeted networking events connecting business and governmental leadership.

Events focus on the four pillars of Envision 2026 – the Montana Chamber’s strategic plan – in addition to trending issues impacting the business community. Attendees will gain access to business leaders and interaction with policy makers at the local, state, and federal level. Learn more about each of our signature events using the links below!

FOR BUSINESS DAYS, GOVERNORS’ CUP OR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEEETING: Contact Events Manager, Stacye Dorrington at 406.439.4220 or [email protected] for more information or to sponsor an upcoming event.

FOR MT WOMEN IN BUSINESS SUMMIT OR CONVERGENCE: Contact Candace Strauss, VP Marketing & Communications at 406.640.1331 or [email protected].

Upcoming events

Annual Signature Events

In January of every year, the Montana Chamber hosts Business Days at the Capitol. This event coincides with the start of the legislative session (odd-numbered years) and candidate filing (even-numbered years) with a focus on legislative and public policy issues relevant to business. Traditional seminars include ‘Eggs & Issues’ with the legislative leadership and the ‘Last Word’ by the Governor.  An evening of networking rounds out this event. 



LEARN MORE

We believe it is important to do our part to convene, empower, and recognize Montana’s women in business, and therefore will host the Montana Chamber’s first Women in Business Summit and International Women’s Day Power Lunch. It is our hope to nurture a statewide ecosystem that will support women’s leadership development and specific needs in the workplace in collaboration with partner organizations currently providing financial and educational resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities. By empowering women in business and women entrepreneurs, the Montana Chamber can play a pivotal role in creating a more diverse, innovative, and prosperous business environment for all. 



LEARN MORE

Manufacturing & International Trade Day recognizes titans of industry – manufacturers and exporters. This biennial event invites organizations and legislators to hear solution oriented seminars, tailored to specific manufacturing and trade issues.  Held during the legislative session, lawmakers are invited to an evening reception with speakers and seminar attendees.



LEARN MORE

To recognize one of our state’s leading industries, the Montana Chamber of Commerce hosts an annual event to celebrate the U.S. Travel Association’s National Travel & Tourism Week – #NTTW (Second week of May) and tourism’s intersection with the film and outdoor recreation industries as vehicles to harness the power of place, #TheLastBestPlace, as an economic driver for communities around the Montana.

LEARN MORE

Started as the Centennial Golf Classic during the 100th Celebration of Montana’s statehood in 1989, the Montana Chamber Foundation annually hosts upwards of 420 golfers for a two-day, 36-hole scramble, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere that fosters business development and networking opportunities for nationally and locally recognized businesses competing for bragging rights and looking to grow their professional networks. More than 650 business leaders, government officials, and policymakers turn out for the Glacier Bank Ace in the Hole Networking Reception & BBQ the night prior to kick off the tournament.



LEARN MORE

Every October, the Montana Chamber of Commerce convenes the general membership to elect the Board of Directors, review highlights from the past fiscal year, discuss actions and strategies for the upcoming year, and recognize private industry leaders. This valuable networking event creates opportunities for business leaders to meet with peers, learn more about Chamber goals and objectives, and hear from industry experts on trending issues such as elections, economy, and more. 



LEARN MORE

Past Events

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • Governor's Summit on Tribal Business, Leadership & Economic Development
     November 2, 2022
     8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Governor’s Summit on Tribal Business, Leadership, & Economic Development On behalf of the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs and the Montana Department of Commerce, please join us for a one-day session focused on tribal business, leadership, and economic development.  Registration is free; lunch is provided.  Free networking reception will be held the night before the (more…)

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • State Employee Tribal Relations Training
     November 1, 2022
     9:00 am - 3:00 pm

State Employee Tribal Relations Training ***THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST.  THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT.*** Tuesday, November 1, 2022 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (lunch provided)  Draft Agenda Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel lodging available; call 406.457.5500 to book.    Government rates available at the Wingate by Wyndham Helena.  Call 406.558.4490 and mention (more…)

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • 2022 Annual Meeting
     October 26, 2022
     3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

2022 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGOctober 26, 2022 | 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.GranTree Bozeman | Bozeman, MTAhead of the midterm elections, the Montana Chamber of Commerce hosted Charlie Cook as keynote speaker for the 2022 Annual Meeting.  This was the first election since apportionment and redistricting after the 2020 census.  Six states, including Montana, gained congressional seats while (more…)

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • 2022 Mid-Year Economic Update
     July 28, 2022
     12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

MONTANA’S ECONOMY AT-A-GLANCE Thursday, July 28     12:00 pm – 1:30 pm     Hilton Garden Inn – Kalispell $35/person Montana Chamber of Commerce Members $40/person for Non-Members (more…)

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • Montana Manufacturing Association Tour & Reception
     June 16, 2022
     2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Beginning with an educational opportunity from Associated Employers on a particular HR issue around 2-3pm and followed by a tour of Wood’s Powr-Grip, we’ll wrap up the event with a networking reception at High Plains Brewery. Please join us for this fantastic networking opportunity and visit with your MMA community of business leaders over a cold drink and some appetize

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • Montana 'On the Rise' Economic Summit
     June 2, 2022
     7:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Summit will highlight Montana’s emerging and existing industries from high-tech and photonics to bioscience and crypto and feature the leading companies from across the state and around the country.

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • Business Days at the Capitol
     January 12, 2022 - January 13, 2022
     12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

BUSINESS DAYS AT THE CAPITOL Save the date for next year’s Business Days at the Capitol – January 2-3! Every January, the Montana Chamber hosts Business Days at the Capitol. This event coincides with the start of the legislative session (odd years) and candidate filing (even years), with a focus on legislative and public policy (more…)

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • Annual Meeting & Tradeshow
     October 25, 2021 - October 26, 2021
     12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 2022 ANNUAL MEETING & TRADESHOW OCTOBER 25-26 IN BOZEMAN, MT.Every October, the Montana Chamber of Commerce convenes the general membership to elect the Board of Directors, discuss the status of Montana Chamber’s goals and objectives, and set priorities for the upcoming year. All members are not only welcome but encouraged (more…)

We're sorry, but all tickets sales have ended because the event is expired.

  • 2021 Economic Update Series
     August 17, 2021 - August 19, 2021
     8:00 am - 3:00 pm

montana Centers of opportuNIty In August 2021, the Montana Chamber Foundation brought you the Economic Update Series- Montana Centers of Opportunity. Without question, the pandemic has taken a toll on small businesses, corporations, and employers.  After a year of ups- and -downs, the Economic Update presented by Dr. Pat Barkey (University of Montana, Bureau of Business (more…)

Close Search Window