Events & Training

Upcoming events

The MEDA 2026 Spring Conference, held April 7–9 in Helena, is Montana’s premier biannual gathering of economic development professionals and community leaders, bringing together practitioners from across the state to share ideas, build connections, and explore strategies that support strong local economies, with this year’s conference presented in partnership with the International Economic Development Council as part of its Centennial Event Series celebrating 100 years of leadership in economic development and expanding the conference’s national and international reach.

Legislative Series

Coal Trust Funded Economic Development Programs

with Tracy Mcintyre, Montana Cooperative Development Center and Ann Peterson, Small Business Innovation Program

How the Coal Trust Works
with Lead Fiscal Analyst, Sam Shaefer

Growth Scholarship Program

MEDA is excited to launch the Growth Scholarship Program to support professional development and strengthen economic development across Montana.

Program Details:

MEDA is now accepting applications for the second round of its Growth Scholarship Program, offering up to $1,000 per award to support continued learning and strengthen economic development efforts across Montana.

Applications close November 26, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your growth and the future of Montana’s economy!

Lunch & Learn

Lunch & Learns will be held the first Thursday of every month from noon to 1 p.m.

Recordings are available in your MEDA Membership Database.

Lunch & Learn

Lunch & Learn will be held every 1st Thursday of each month from Noon to 1pm.

Recordings are available on your MEDA Membership Database

Office Hours

Office Hours will be held every 3rd Thursday of each month from Noon to 1pm.

Office Hours

Office Hours will be held the third Thursday of every month from noon to 1 p.m.

Have an event or training you would like posted?

Events and trainings posted here are opportunities for our membership to gain knowledge applicable to being an economic development practitioner. Complete the below form and include a quick description and event link in the message or email ed@medamembers.org to have your training or event added to the list!