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2009 Innovation in Business Conference globe

The third annual event for Montana's private sector businesses, and professionals representing workforce development, education, and economic development. Our agenda is planned with our business partners in mind, providing valuable information to owners or leaders in Montana businesses. Opportunities will be provided to learn, network, and share information.

Conference Agenda

Conference Program

Statewide JSEC Meeting Agenda

Conference Flyer

Conference Registration Form (pdf) (Word)

Awards

Location: Helena Red Lion Colonial Inn

Dates/Events:

  • Monday, May 18, 2009
    • 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Statewide JSEC Meeting;
    • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Early Bird Registration & Networking Activities

      Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a no-host bar in the beautiful dining and patio area of the newly remodeled Green Meadow Country Club, 2720 Country Club Avenue, Helena.

      If you are interested in golfing, please contact Dave Laber at 447-3209

    There are several activities you can do that are near the Country Club.  The above link lists web addresses for other activities and sightseeing experiences that you won’t want to miss during your stay here in the Capital City.  These sites are provided so that you can preview online what you will want to see in person!

    If you have questions, please feel free to contact Chris Wilhelm at 406-444-3351 ChrisWilhelm@mt.gov or Sandy Hamlin 406-447-3236 shamlin@mt.gov or Dave Laber 406-447-3209 dlaber@mt.gov

  • Tuesday, May 19, 2009
    • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Conference, breakfast and lunch provided; keynote speaker Scott Lillie, Creative Leadership Group, will present "Inside the Magic of World Class Service" a look at how the best service organization in the world create a cutting edge service culture, how service expectations are developed and nurtured with your employee teams, and how to celebrate and create lasting accountability for the single most important element in any organization - service; and "Making a Difference" which shares the 7 elements followed by the most successful people, and understanding how our behaviors impact the world around us.
  • Wednesday, May 20, 2009
    • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Conference, breakfast and lunch provided;
    • 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Award Ceremony & Banquet
      Locaiton: Red Lion Colonial Inn
      Menu: Prime Rib, Roast Pork Loin, and Halibut
      Entertainment: Brad Nieder, M.D. "The Healthy Humorist"
  • Thursday, May 21, 2009
    • 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Workforce Services Division Staff Meeting and a focus group meeting for JSEC Members who carpool with DLI staff, continental breakfast provided.

Tracks: Separate tracks are being developed for businesses/employers and workforce professionals. A special Veterans track is also being developed by Brad Nelson, Montana Veterans Program Manager, as training for DVOP and LVR staff!

Fees:

  • $150 full conference (including Early Bird, breakfast Tues - Thurs, lunch Tues - Wed, and banquet Wed)
  • $100 single day registration
  • $200 vendors (includes full conference registration and vendor table).
    NOTE: Workforce Services Division organizations interested a Vendor or Volunteer opportunity, should contact ChrisWilhelm@mt.gov