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FUEL FOR THE FUTURE
This blog is your front-row seat to the big ideas, bold moves, and breakthrough moments happening through Accelerate Montana. It’s more than updates—it’s a window into the heartbeat of our work: advancing economic mobility, sparking innovation, and centering community.


Cassie Miller- CNA Case Study
"I currently work as a Nursing Assistant and I wanted to take this program in order for a pay increase, and then also to gain the...
Jul 11, 20232 min read


Gilles Huegi - Line Program Case Study
"My last career was running stale for me. I looked at this career. I wanted to be back outside, be in the sunshine, and line work...
Jul 11, 20232 min read


New certified nursing assistants graduate Browning training program
A public-private partnership led by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry graduated a cohort of 22 new certified nursing...
Jul 5, 20232 min read


Accelerate MT Program Spotlight Series: Job Site Ready
Welcome to Accelerate Montana’s Program Spotlight Series! In this series of blog posts, you will meet our leaders and team members who...
Feb 16, 20237 min read


University of Montana Bitterroot College announces 20% enrollment increase
Bitterroot College had a 20% increase in enrollment for the spring semester compared to last fall thanks to robust dual enrollment...
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Getting Montanans “Film Set Ready” Through Rapid Training
Rapid Training will help Montanans get “film set ready” and find jobs in the growing film and media industry With the help of the hit...
Dec 10, 20226 min read


Montana's AgTech Showcase
Exploring Technology & Agriculture in Montana AgTech is growing in Montana. Montana's AgTech Showcase was a forum to support and explore...
Sep 14, 20223 min read


Governor Gianforte on Accelerate MT
During a roundtable discussion yesterday at Missoula College, Governor Greg Gianforte emphasized the importance of Accelerate Montana, a...
Aug 5, 20222 min read


Event Celebrates Award about '1923' Production in Butte
Dozens of people turned out to the Finlen Hotel on Thursday for the Butte, America Film Friendly Community of the Year Celebration and...
Jul 14, 20224 min read


$6M Grant Will Support Rapid-Training Programs for Montana Workers
The Montana Department of Labor is putting $6 million toward a training program aimed at routing skilled workers to employers.
Feb 16, 20221 min read


Gov. Gianforte Announces $6 M Investment in Rapid Workforce Training
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced a $6 million investment to develop Montana’s workforce and equip hardworking...
Feb 15, 20222 min read


Gov. Gianforte Invests $6 Million to Strengthen Montana’s Workforce
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the investment of $6 million to strengthen Montana’s workforce and provide job...
Sep 10, 20212 min read
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