Montana - Headwaters Tech Hub Spinoff Event

Expand your horizons of US opportunity –beyond the beltway. Come learn why knowledge-based industries of all kinds are thriving in Montana –home to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and one of the most majestic places on earth. From photonics and quantum technologies to biopharma, SaaS and more, Montana is indeed Innovative by Nature. This two-day event will welcome you to Bozeman and Missoula, Montana, leaving room for a one day excursion to experience our inspirational state first-hand before returning to Washington, DC.

The Montana-based Headwaters Regional Technology and Innovation Hub focuses on smart, autonomous, photonic remote sensing technologies. This Tech Hub leverages regional assets—including one of the highest concentrations of photonics and optics firms in the U.S. and its diverse geographic landscape—to integrate remote sensing systems with advances in embedded processors with built-in artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities. In doing so, western Montana seeks to develop and deploy smart photonic sensing systems coupled with autonomous systems to address critical defense, resource management, and disaster prevention needs.

DRAFT AGENDA*

Montana - Headwaters Tech Hub Select USA Spinoff Event

Montana is Innovative by Nature

Day 1 - Missoula

Morning

Montana and the Headwaters Tech Hub

Welcoming remarks followed by an overview of the benefits of doing business in Montana as well as key areas of Headwaters Tech Hub focus (autonomous systems, photonics, remote sensing, disaster mitigation and prevention, defense) and introduction to various stakeholders.

Afternoon

Lunch at the Canyon Club, University of Montana Washington Grizzly Stadium

Mingle with speakers, researchers and industry contacts in the remote sensing and disaster mitigation space. Get a bird’s eye view of Missoula, Montana Technology Enterprise Center, and the future home of the Montana Innovation Corridor Gateway project. Hosted by the University of Montana, Accelerate Montana, and the Montana World Trade Center.

Off-Site Visit

From wildland firefighting and disaster mitigation to empowering your workforce, remote sensing technologies are embedded across industries and applications. Come see select technologies in action.

2:00 PM -Return to hotels

2:30 PM -Depart Missoula & Travel to Bozeman

Complimentary bus transportation to be provided for registered participants

Evening

5:30 PM -Arrive Bozeman, Montana

Hotel check in

6:30PM -Dinner with Montana Governor Greg Gianforte**

Montana Department of Commerce Director, Scott Osterman and select regional and local stakeholders will also join selecting third-party.

Day 2 - Bozeman

Morning

Montana Photonics, Optics & Quantum- Big Tech under the Big Sky

Presentations to be provided by the Montana Photonics & Quantum Alliance as well as Montana State University.

Afternoon

Lunch

Hosted by Montana State University. Mingle with speakers, researchers and industry contacts in the remote sensing, photonics, optics and quantum space.

Site Tours

• Bozeman-based photonics/optics firm/s TBD
• Montana Innovation Campus walking tour

Evening

Closing reception

Join us for one last business gathering with the folks who can help you to get your business up and running and to the point of profitability as quickly as possible in Montana.

Day 3 (Optional)

Head out on your own to gain a first-hand understanding of why Montana generates, attracts and keeps best-in-class talent who are inspired every day by our vibrant small cities and abundant and immediate access to the most inspirational places on earth. Suggested activities include fly-fishing, hiking, rafting, or day tour of Yellowstone National Park. Event organizers can provide information for third-party vendors.

*Agenda locations, speakers, and sites are subject to change.

**Invited

Please visit to view one-page briefs and videos showcasing Montana’s industry-specific business case and Choose Montana () for information regarding workforce, tax structure and more.

Two-day programming free of charge. Travel participants will need to cover their own

Host or Publisher Montana World Trade Center