Events

To create a platform for residents of Helena and East Helena to connect, share
perspectives, and discuss issues of mutual concern, fostering a stronger and more unified community

The Helena Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce a new professional development offering for our members:

The Chamber Compass Series – Charting Your Course to Growth and Success

This four‑part series features interactive learning sessions designed to help our business community build connections, strengthen skills, and achieve long‑term success.

Wednesday, September 16
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Intermountain Lecture Hall
3240 Dredge Dr

Communication & Collaboration

Facilitated by: William B. Henry & The Experience Architect Team

Creating a positive mental attitude is the single most important tool an individual can have to create success in their personal and professional lives. The workshop will give the team an opportunity to see themselves and the way they show up from another perspective while learning to communicate clearly and effectively.

Goals & Objectives

1. Create an opportunity for the team to be on the same page, speaking the same language.
2. Learn how to live comfortably outside of chaos & rather than in “response and react mode” as their default.
3. Learn how to communicate clearly and effectively and the benefits of doing so.
4. Learn to create a positive mental attitude in all situations and be an overall better team player/member.

Workshop Includes

• Perception
• Moments of Truth
• “Try”
• The importance of GOALS
• Ripple Effect
• 10/80/10
• Attitude

William’s Background

William specializes in leadership development, strategic planning, employee engagement, and culture building. He has more than 20 years of experience enhancing the performance of individual executives, teams, and organizations. His background encompasses a wide range of programs and initiatives for organization design, cultural change and personal development. His unique approach to leadership and organization development began during his 20 years in the blood banking industry where William served as Regional Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Region, Regional Director of Blood Operations, and Vice President of Production Planning. William is also the founder of Be Better World LLC, a self-empowerment movement geared toward developing professionals and youth to deal with the real time issues that stand in their way and how to take the next steps to success. His stance takes a different approach as he works directly with clients to implement strategies and teach skills that can be carried through every phase of life. Be Better World is gaining national attention and his motto is “We All Play A Role”.

Clients

William has assisted clients in a wide variety of industries including community corrections, blood banking, professional service organizations and school systems (grades K-12). In addition, William has worked one-on-one with leaders and future leaders to address issues ranging from communication styles, diversifying the work culture, and personal development.

Coaching Approach

William meets leaders where they are in their career path: whether it’s newly hired leaders of an organization, key stakeholders taking on challenging new assignments, leaders with management issues, or other high-potential stakeholders who can benefit from clear and constructive feedback.

He works hard to understand the culture of each organization and adapts his coaching style to ensure the skills and strategies being taught set clients up for the most success possible in their current environment. William’s primary focus is to help clients better understand their personal strengths and the assets they bring to an organization. From there, William aids in creating strategic plans that allow both the employee and the organization to benefit from the work that is done by the team or an individual!

Join us for another special Brews & Blueprints as we celebrate the groundbreaking of Capital High School’s major renovation project.

This exciting milestone marks the beginning of a new chapter for CHS and would not be possible without the support of our community. Hear from those who helped bring this vision to life and learn how future generations of students will benefit from the improvements ahead.

Whether you’re an alum, parent, neighbor, student, or community supporter, you have played an important role in making this project a reality. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate this historic moment together.

Thursday, September 17, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Southeast Capital High School Parking Lot

This is an outdoor event. Please dress accordingly.

Tuesday, September 22
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Helena Pointe Senior Living
2801 Colonial Drive

Whether you’re a new Chamber member or looking to make the most of your membership, we invite you to join us for our Chamber Roadmap – New Member Lunch at Helena Pointe Senior Living!

This informative and engaging lunch is designed to help you discover all the ways the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce can support your business and help you succeed.

During the Lunch, You’ll:

✅ Meet the Chamber staff and learn how we can support your business goals
✅ Explore valuable member benefits, including networking opportunities, marketing exposure, discounts, and more
✅ Learn how to maximize your membership investment and grow your business
✅ Enjoy a delicious lunch while connecting with fellow Chamber members

Then Stay for the Celebration!

Following lunch, join us for an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Helena Pointe Senior Living.

Open House: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, tours of the facility, and the opportunity to learn more about Helena Pointe Senior Living.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 1:30 p.m.

After the ceremony, guests are invited to participate in a fun scavenger hunt for a chance to win a door prize!

We look forward to seeing you there as we connect, learn, and celebrate together.

Register today!

Tuesday, September 22
1:30 p.m.
Helena Pointe Senior Living
2801 Colonial Drive

Join us for an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Helena Pointe Senior Living after Chamber Roadmap on Tuesday, September 22nd.

Open House: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, tours of the facility, and the opportunity to learn more about Helena Pointe Senior Living.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 1:30 p.m.

After the ceremony, guests are invited to participate in a fun scavenger hunt for a chance to win a door prize!

We look forward to seeing you there as we connect, learn, and celebrate together.

Meet the candidates running for County Commissioner, Sheriff/Coroner, Treasurer/Clerk and Recorder, County Attorney/Public Administrator, County Superintendent of Schools and Justice of the Peace in a fast-paced, engaging format. Each candidate will give a brief presentation, then rotate among tables to answer your questions directly. Afterward, enjoy open mingling and conversation.

This free, nonpartisan event is designed to promote informed voting and civic engagement.

Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of the Helena Area https://lwvhelena.org

To create a platform for residents of Helena and East Helena to connect, share
perspectives, and discuss issues of mutual concern, fostering a stronger and more unified community.

The Helena Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce a new professional development offering for our members:

The Chamber Compass Series – Charting Your Course to Growth and Success

This four‑part series features interactive learning sessions designed to help our business community build connections, strengthen skills, and achieve long‑term success.

Wednesday, October 21st
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Intermountain Lecture Hall
3240 Dredge Dr

Leading Across Generations: Building Intelligent, Engaged Teams

Facilitated by: Curt Swenson
Today’s workforce is more diverse than ever—spanning multiple generations, experiences, and expectations. Leaders can no longer rely on individual engagement alone; they must cultivate team intelligence, foster environments where employees feel valued, and build pathways for workforce development. This workshop equips leaders with proactive approaches to relationship management that elevate engagement, strengthen cross-generational collaboration, and create synergy within teams.

Participant Outcomes:

1. Cultivate Resilience: Explore the principles of resilience and learn how to develop a Understanding Employee Engagement – Recognize the impact of engagement on organizational culture, performance, and retention. Learn how to identify levels of engagement and uncover the drivers that build environments where employees consistently contribute to team and organizational success.
2. Harnessing Generational Differences – Explore the unique needs, strengths, and expectations of different generations in the workplace. Learn how to leverage these differences in real time to strengthen collaboration, creativity, and results.
3. Advancing Workforce Development – Build practical leadership tools and apply the 12 key ingredients of engagement to support workforce adaptability, growth, and long-term sustainability. Leaders will discover how to create an environment that develops people while advancing organizational goals.

Bio

Curt Swenson – CEO & Master Facilitator/Coach of FutureSYNC International

With broad, real-world experience and pragmatic, problem-solving approaches, Curt specializes in developing engaging and practical interventions that drive meaningful business outcomes. During his diverse 28-year professional career, Curt has repeatedly demonstrated his abilities to get results, lead teams, and grow employees. He is a highly regarded speaker, executive coach & strategic planner. He has provided leadership coaching, planning, and team development to many diverse groups and organizations throughout the U.S. and beyond. As a dynamic trainer, experienced facilitator, sought-after coach, and a proven leader, Curt brings an authentic, effective, and credible approach to every engagement.

After graduating from the University of Montana with a dual major in Psychology and Sociology, Curt spent 8 years working in the criminal justice system, where he discovered a fascination for teaching others and for systems improvement. He has spent the last 20 years in the field of organizational development, leading and cultivating his passion for exposing and developing the potential in people and organizations.

Curt and his wife, Ann a Helena, MT native and retired teacher, have five children, ranging in age from high school to young adults and are proud grandparents of a beautiful little girl. They are very proud to call Montana home and enjoy playing in the outdoors and traveling as much as possible.