In this report, “Build Montana Report”, we examine the 10 Solid Steps for Replicating Successful Workforce Development Programs in Your State, retention and promotion of a highly-skilled diverse workforce. Build Montana launched its first course in the Billings School District on February 1, 2021. Six students went through the program the first year, and 14 students attended in the spring of 2022 in both Billings and Kalispell, Mont-Expected to have over 50 students in 2023. “Yes, the program has been at on of work, but I wholeheartedly believe it has been worth every bit of effort we have put into it,” said Adam Gilbertson, vice president of RDO Equipment Co., who is one of the founding principals of Build Montana.
Now let’s take a look at the steps you need to take to start a similar program in your area.: