The minimum wage in Montana will be increasing by $0.30 on January 1, 2012. This increase puts Montana $0.40 above the federal minimum wage. Washington, Oregon, Colorado and Arizona are among the other states that will be increasing the minimum wage in 2012. Along with Arizona, Montana has the 8th highest minimum wage. Here is a look at where Montana sits in comparison to the rest of the U.S.
$7.25 Federal Minimum Wage, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina
$5.15 Wyoming
$6.25 Arkansas
$7.25 Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Delaware, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Nebraska, South Dakota, Texas, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kansas, Georgia
$7.31 Florida
$7.40 Michigan, Rhode Island
$7.50 Maine, New Mexico
$7.64 Colorado
$7.65 Montana, Arizona
$7.70 Ohio
$7.75 Alaska
$8.00 California, Massachusettes
$8.15 Vermont
$8.25 Illinois, Connecticut, Nevada
$8.80 Oregon
$9.04 Washington
“As the cost of living continues to increase, the law passed by Montanans in 2006, helps those making minimum wage keep their head above water,” said Labor Commissioner Keith Kelly. The Montana minimun wage will increase from $7.35 to $7.65 on January 1st 2012.
The increase is based on an increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from August 2010 to August 2011. The CPI for the preceding year was 3.8%. Thus, the calculation used for determining the minimum wage rate for 2012 is: $7.35 X .038% = $.28, rounded to $0.30
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
10 Months of Winter: Bozeman Montana's Winter Recreation
What is your favorite thing to do in the winter? Put on your Forever Lazy and read a book...Hike the ridge and cut fresh tracks down the mountain...Eat peppermint ice cream and hot chocolate? Whatever it is, you will find Bozeman to be an active community during Montana's 10 months of winter.
Here are 10 activities to keep you entertained as the snow falls.
1. ICE GLIDING: AKA ice skating or for those less graceful, ice falling, is a popular activity to keep you in shape during the holiday season. Beall, Bogert and Southside City Parks offer public ice skating access.
2. BOBCAT SPORTS: Spend an evening cheering on the Bobcat Men's and Women's basketball teams. The Bobcats will be running sidelines until March 2012.
3. SKIING: One of the most beloved sports of Gallatin Valley. Whether you ride down the mountain on a one , two or three skis, downhill skiing is a community favorite. If you don't have a need for speed you can also find access to many local cross country ski trails.
4. WARM SPRINGS: Dethaw yourself after a day in the snow by visiting Norris or Bozeman Hot Springs. There is nothing better than relaxing in the natural springs of Montana. There is something special in the water here.
5. HOCKEY: Montana does not host a professional sports team. This however, allows us to put our full attention into our college athletic programs as well as the Bozeman Icedogs. The Icedogs are a Junior A Tier III hockey club in Bozeman. Support the team and attend a game this season.
6. SNOWMOBILING: Hop on your snowmobile and head west. You will find many trails to ride as you navigate the canyon toward Big Sky or hit up the party at the 2012 West Yellowstone Snowmobile Expo.
7. ICE CLIMBING: Yes! Ice climbing has been a secret passion for many Bozemanites for decades. Hyalite Canyon was discovered as the home to "the most reliable and concentrated ice climbing in the United States" in the 70s. Join the daring at next year's Bozeman Ice Climbing Festival.
8. VISIT THE THEATER: The Ellen Theater in Downtown Bozeman will provide you with cozy entertainment throughout the year. Reserve your ticket to White Christmas The Musical today.
9. SING SING SING: Screaming Monkey Productions travels the Valley offering a vocal outlet for the best and worst in karaoke talent. From Belgrade to Three Forks find a local pub and let your jingle bells rock.
10. ICE FISHING: Yet another frozen water sport...Grab your auger and fishing pole and head up to Hyalite Canyon. Ice fishing begins the end of December. Put your snow tires on!
Here are 10 activities to keep you entertained as the snow falls.
1. ICE GLIDING: AKA ice skating or for those less graceful, ice falling, is a popular activity to keep you in shape during the holiday season. Beall, Bogert and Southside City Parks offer public ice skating access.
2. BOBCAT SPORTS: Spend an evening cheering on the Bobcat Men's and Women's basketball teams. The Bobcats will be running sidelines until March 2012.
3. SKIING: One of the most beloved sports of Gallatin Valley. Whether you ride down the mountain on a one , two or three skis, downhill skiing is a community favorite. If you don't have a need for speed you can also find access to many local cross country ski trails.
4. WARM SPRINGS: Dethaw yourself after a day in the snow by visiting Norris or Bozeman Hot Springs. There is nothing better than relaxing in the natural springs of Montana. There is something special in the water here.
5. HOCKEY: Montana does not host a professional sports team. This however, allows us to put our full attention into our college athletic programs as well as the Bozeman Icedogs. The Icedogs are a Junior A Tier III hockey club in Bozeman. Support the team and attend a game this season.
6. SNOWMOBILING: Hop on your snowmobile and head west. You will find many trails to ride as you navigate the canyon toward Big Sky or hit up the party at the 2012 West Yellowstone Snowmobile Expo.
7. ICE CLIMBING: Yes! Ice climbing has been a secret passion for many Bozemanites for decades. Hyalite Canyon was discovered as the home to "the most reliable and concentrated ice climbing in the United States" in the 70s. Join the daring at next year's Bozeman Ice Climbing Festival.
8. VISIT THE THEATER: The Ellen Theater in Downtown Bozeman will provide you with cozy entertainment throughout the year. Reserve your ticket to White Christmas The Musical today.
9. SING SING SING: Screaming Monkey Productions travels the Valley offering a vocal outlet for the best and worst in karaoke talent. From Belgrade to Three Forks find a local pub and let your jingle bells rock.
10. ICE FISHING: Yet another frozen water sport...Grab your auger and fishing pole and head up to Hyalite Canyon. Ice fishing begins the end of December. Put your snow tires on!
Friday, December 16, 2011
The Golden 5 of Direct Filing
The Golden 5 of Direct Filing
Direct Filing: Direct filing (of Customs entries and Importer Security Filing [ISF] in-house) was a concept introduced to the industry by proactive importers and a powerful tool developed by Customs automation experts. Prior to today’s disruptive innovation, an importer’s only feasible option for Customs clearance was to outsource the transaction to a Customs Broker. Importers’ now have direct access to solutions enabling them to eliminate the unnecessary intermediary and improve supply chain efficiency, lower costs, and avoid unnecessary Customs penalties. Best of all, it is available in the cloud; track your shipments from any computer with an Internet connection.
5 – Technology Minimizes Time
From a comprehensive parts database, templates for repetitive entries, auto-fill capabilities, manifest visibility and immediate CBP status updates, the entry management process can now be fully automated. Today’s IT has reduced the time it takes to file: complete an ISF in seconds, an entry in minutes.
4 - You Already Prep & Audit the Filing
The majority of US importers are already providing the essential entry and ISF data to the broker’s agency and completing a post entry audit. In most cases, an employee of the brokerage firm simply reformats the data and pushes a button to send it to CBP. Streamlining the process in-house will improve your productivity and take pressure off your internal resources. An employee of the importer of record does not need Customs broker’s license to direct file.
3 – Be First in Line
Unfortunately, competing interests exist inside brokerage firms. Nine times out of ten, “your” broker will address the needs of the largest importer first, leaving the small- and medium-sized importers on hold. Utilize your expertise in-house; you own the information and have it when you need it.
2 – Cost Savings
Direct filing can drastically reduce an importer's cost to clear their goods. A broker's bill is sometimes a "laundry list" of random charges and can result in a total entry and ISF cost upwards of $225. Filing in-house can cost as little as $20 per entry and $3 per ISF.
1 – You are the Ultimate Expert of Your Business
No one knows more about your product line or the goods than your own employees. From classification to import practices, employees typically have access to detailed information about the product being imported as well as the intuition to understand what is correct or incorrect when it comes to entry data. No one will take greater care in the preparation and processing of an entry than your own employees, which will ultimately lead to fewer mistakes and higher levels of compliance.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Who Can See My What? Manifest Data Security
Do you import into the U.S.? If so, Google your company name and the word "imports". WOW! There it is, your bill of lading information on display and ready to be purchased by your competition or even worse, theives.
Keep Your Manifest Data Secure
Data-collecting companies such as PIERS, Zepol and Import Genius can access importer's manifest information and potentially share it with your competitors. The Freedom of Information Act states that cargo manifest data is public information, allowing companies to access and dispense information you may think is private.
Import Data Confidentiality
Public manifest information includes:
Although legally an importer's manifest data can be shared, importers have the ability to request manifest confidentiality. TRG recommends keeping your import information confidential. Since your voyage and product information is public, thieves can target your plane or boat. Confidentiality can help prevent theft since your voyage and product information will not be easily accessible. This also allows you to keep
your private business practices from your competitors.
Requesting Manifest Confidentiality
Previously, importers could request this online, however as of March 2011 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will only accept this request in writing. An importer's name or company's name and information on their entry documents are confidential to CBP. Under no circumstances would CBP disclose an importer's name and import information to the public. However, the privacy statute, 19 CFR 103.31 (d), allows the media to collect manifest data at every port of entry. Reporters collect and publish names of importers from vessel manifest data unless an importer/shipper requests confidentiality. The importer can submit a letter to the Privacy Branch requesting that their company name not be disclosed on the vessel manifest. The confidential protection is valid for 2 years, after which time a renewal is needed.
TRG Offers Free Manifest Data Security Assistance as part of our Customs Bond Loyalty Program
At your request, a TRG representative will assist you in removing your manifest information from databases available to your competitors. This needs to be done every two years. ImportShield also offers a solution to masking Bill of Lading information.
Have the following information available when you are ready to submit your request.
Keep Your Manifest Data Secure
Data-collecting companies such as PIERS, Zepol and Import Genius can access importer's manifest information and potentially share it with your competitors. The Freedom of Information Act states that cargo manifest data is public information, allowing companies to access and dispense information you may think is private.
Import Data Confidentiality
Public manifest information includes:
- Name and address
- General character of cargo
- Number of packages
- Gross weight
- Name of the vessel, aircraft, or carrier
- Seaport or airport of loading and of discharge
- Country of origin
- Trademarks appearing on the goods or packages
Although legally an importer's manifest data can be shared, importers have the ability to request manifest confidentiality. TRG recommends keeping your import information confidential. Since your voyage and product information is public, thieves can target your plane or boat. Confidentiality can help prevent theft since your voyage and product information will not be easily accessible. This also allows you to keep
your private business practices from your competitors.
Requesting Manifest Confidentiality
Previously, importers could request this online, however as of March 2011 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will only accept this request in writing. An importer's name or company's name and information on their entry documents are confidential to CBP. Under no circumstances would CBP disclose an importer's name and import information to the public. However, the privacy statute, 19 CFR 103.31 (d), allows the media to collect manifest data at every port of entry. Reporters collect and publish names of importers from vessel manifest data unless an importer/shipper requests confidentiality. The importer can submit a letter to the Privacy Branch requesting that their company name not be disclosed on the vessel manifest. The confidential protection is valid for 2 years, after which time a renewal is needed.
TRG Offers Free Manifest Data Security Assistance as part of our Customs Bond Loyalty Program
At your request, a TRG representative will assist you in removing your manifest information from databases available to your competitors. This needs to be done every two years. ImportShield also offers a solution to masking Bill of Lading information.
Have the following information available when you are ready to submit your request.
- Importer's name, address
- Contact phone and email
- Requestor’s role (importer, consignee, U.S. shipper)
- Relationship of party making request (1st party, on behalf of self or company, or 3rd party agent or representative)
- Date of submission
- Type of confidentiality (imports, exports, or both)
- Tax ID number
- Any variation of names to be protected
Monday, November 28, 2011
Bobcat Motorsports Raffle
The MSU Bobcats could use your support!
Mike Henrich, a TRG Sales Support asks the community to help raise money for Bobcat Motorsports by purchasing a raffle ticket for the items listed below. Bobcat Motorsports is a Montana State University (MSU) sanctioned club for engineering students who build Formula SAE race cars. With your support, the club is able to compete with other universities throughout the U.S.
Tickets are $2 each and the prizes are as follows:
1st Prize - $500 gift card to Diesel Pros
2nd Prize - A drift boat rental from Big Boys Toys
3rd Prize - $100 gift card to Murdoch Home & Ranch
4th Prize - $100 gift card to Rib & Chop House
5th Prize - 4 free races at Full Circle Racing
6th Prize - $60 gift card to 2nd Street Bistro
7th Prize - $50 gift card to The Bay Bar & Grill
8th Prize - 2 free races at Full Circle Racing
*The winners will not need to be present to be eligible. The drawing will be held on December 6th.
For more information on Bobcat Motorsports, please visit their website http://www.coe.montana.edu/me/faculty/larson/sae%20club.htm.
If you would like to help out a good cause by buying a raffle ticket, please contact Mike Henrich.
Cell Phone: 406-209-7681
Email: henrichm23@yahoo.com.
Or contact Ben Gardner, the club President, at 406-570-3162 or jbg_3d@hotmail.com.
International Trade Acronyms
For a complete list of International Trade Acronyms please contact TRG.
AAEI American Association of Exporters and Importers
AAFA American Apparel and Footwear Association
AAPA American Association of Port Authorities
ABI Automated Broker Interface
ACE Automated Customs Environment
ACH Automated Clearing House
ACS Automated Commercial System
AES Automated Export System
AMS Automated Manifest Systems
APEC Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
APHIS Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (under USDA)
B/L Bill of Lading
BLS Bureau of Labor Statistics
BOA Basic Ordering Agreements
CAFTA-DR Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement
CAMIR Customs Automated Manifest Interface Requirements
CATAIR Customs & Trade Automated Interface Requirements
CBP U.S. Customs and Border Protection (under DHS)
CBPF Customs and Border Protection Form
CBSA Canada Border Services Agency
CFR Code of Federal Regulations (also C.F.R.)
CHB Customhouse Broker
CIF Cost, Insurance and Freight, Port of Destination
CVD Countervailing Duty
DDC Destination Delivery Charge
DHS Department of Homeland Security
DIP Delay in Payment
DIS Defense Investigative Service
DLA Defense Logistics Agency
DNP Denied Party
DOT Department of Transportation
EPZs Export Processing Zones
FOB Free on Board, Named Port
FP&F Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures
HMR Hazardous Materials Regulations
HTSUS Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
IA Internal Affairs
ICPA International Compliance Professionals Association
IS Import Specialist
ISA Importer Self-Assessment
ISF Importer Security Filing
MTA Miscellaneous Trade & Technical Corrections Act, 2004
MTB Miscellaneous Trade Bill
MTSA Maritime Transportation Security Act
NAFTA North America Free Trade Agreement
NAICS North American Industry Classification System
OGA Other Government Agency
OHC Origin Handling Charge
PNSI Prior Notice System Interface
PNTR Permanent Normal Trade Relations
PO Purchase Order
POA Power of Attorney (also PoA)
POA Port of Arrival
SITC Standard International Trade Classification
SFI Secure Freight Initiative
SFTA Singapore Free Trade Agreement
SHAPE Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe
SIA Society for International Affairs
USCIS U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Service
USCS United States Customs Service
USDA U. S. Department of Agriculture
USITC U. S. International Trade Commission
USML U. S. Munitions List
USPPI U. S. Principal Party in Interest
USPS U. S. Postal Service
USPTO U. S. Patent and Trademark Office
USTDA U. S. Trade and Development Agency
USTR U. S. Trade Representative
VOCC Vessel Operating Common Carrier
VWP Visa Waiver Program
WCO World Customs Organization
WHO World Health Organization
WEF World Economic Forum
WMD Weapon of Mass Destruction
WTO World Trade Organization
AAEI American Association of Exporters and Importers
AAFA American Apparel and Footwear Association
AAPA American Association of Port Authorities
ABI Automated Broker Interface
ACE Automated Customs Environment
ACH Automated Clearing House
ACS Automated Commercial System
AES Automated Export System
AMS Automated Manifest Systems
APEC Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
APHIS Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (under USDA)
B/L Bill of Lading
BLS Bureau of Labor Statistics
BOA Basic Ordering Agreements
CAFTA-DR Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement
CAMIR Customs Automated Manifest Interface Requirements
CATAIR Customs & Trade Automated Interface Requirements
CBP U.S. Customs and Border Protection (under DHS)
CBPF Customs and Border Protection Form
CBSA Canada Border Services Agency
CFR Code of Federal Regulations (also C.F.R.)
CHB Customhouse Broker
CIF Cost, Insurance and Freight, Port of Destination
CVD Countervailing Duty
DDC Destination Delivery Charge
DHS Department of Homeland Security
DIP Delay in Payment
DIS Defense Investigative Service
DLA Defense Logistics Agency
DNP Denied Party
DOT Department of Transportation
EPZs Export Processing Zones
FOB Free on Board, Named Port
FP&F Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures
HMR Hazardous Materials Regulations
HTSUS Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
IA Internal Affairs
ICPA International Compliance Professionals Association
IS Import Specialist
ISA Importer Self-Assessment
ISF Importer Security Filing
MTA Miscellaneous Trade & Technical Corrections Act, 2004
MTB Miscellaneous Trade Bill
MTSA Maritime Transportation Security Act
NAFTA North America Free Trade Agreement
NAICS North American Industry Classification System
OGA Other Government Agency
OHC Origin Handling Charge
PNSI Prior Notice System Interface
PNTR Permanent Normal Trade Relations
PO Purchase Order
POA Power of Attorney (also PoA)
POA Port of Arrival
SITC Standard International Trade Classification
SFI Secure Freight Initiative
SFTA Singapore Free Trade Agreement
SHAPE Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe
SIA Society for International Affairs
USCIS U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Service
USCS United States Customs Service
USDA U. S. Department of Agriculture
USITC U. S. International Trade Commission
USML U. S. Munitions List
USPPI U. S. Principal Party in Interest
USPS U. S. Postal Service
USPTO U. S. Patent and Trademark Office
USTDA U. S. Trade and Development Agency
USTR U. S. Trade Representative
VOCC Vessel Operating Common Carrier
VWP Visa Waiver Program
WCO World Customs Organization
WHO World Health Organization
WEF World Economic Forum
WMD Weapon of Mass Destruction
WTO World Trade Organization
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Cargo Theft - Keep a Watchful Eye this Thanksgiving
All supply chains are complex and diverse. The complexity of a supply chain and its security parameters often permit gaps and increase the theft risk of the cargo. Certain imported commodities, such as electronics, are more susceptible to loss by theft than others. These risk factors include theft by commodity type, the path of the import or location and the type of theft.
Modifications may include increased security to your distribution channels to aid in cargo loss prevention and/or building a shipping insurance policy designed to your specific risks to offset the cost of a loss. There are companies, usually consulting firms, that offer assistance in supply chain loss prevention and security programs.
Gobble, Gobble...Keep your eyes wide this Thanksgiving Holiday.
As we sit down to fill our bellies with turkey, cranberries, stuffing and pie, theives are waiting for an opportunity to strike. During holiday weekends cargo is likely to be stagnant and unwatched for a longer period.
FreightWatch International, a logistics security firm, reports on cargo theft in the United States. In a recent notice, FreightWatch reminded those involved in logistics that cargo theft rises up to 28 percent during the holidays. FreightWatch recorded 14 cargo theft cases during Thanksgiving 2010.
Subscribe to FreightWatch International’s Theft Report by contacting
Dan Burges
dan.burges@freightwatchintl.com
512-532-0159
Dan Burges states that the FreightWatch data, "Comes from out own proprietary database. We gather cargo theft data through clients, industry organizations, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies and open source media. We believe our database to be one of the most comprehensive cargo theft databases covering cargo theft in the United States."
Modifications may include increased security to your distribution channels to aid in cargo loss prevention and/or building a shipping insurance policy designed to your specific risks to offset the cost of a loss. There are companies, usually consulting firms, that offer assistance in supply chain loss prevention and security programs.
Gobble, Gobble...Keep your eyes wide this Thanksgiving Holiday.
As we sit down to fill our bellies with turkey, cranberries, stuffing and pie, theives are waiting for an opportunity to strike. During holiday weekends cargo is likely to be stagnant and unwatched for a longer period.
FreightWatch International, a logistics security firm, reports on cargo theft in the United States. In a recent notice, FreightWatch reminded those involved in logistics that cargo theft rises up to 28 percent during the holidays. FreightWatch recorded 14 cargo theft cases during Thanksgiving 2010.
Subscribe to FreightWatch International’s Theft Report by contacting
Dan Burges
dan.burges@freightwatchintl.com
512-532-0159
Dan Burges states that the FreightWatch data, "Comes from out own proprietary database. We gather cargo theft data through clients, industry organizations, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies and open source media. We believe our database to be one of the most comprehensive cargo theft databases covering cargo theft in the United States."
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
The Holiday Season at TRG
Many rejoice before, during and after the Holiday Season. We stretch this Season as long as we can to relax, endulge and prepare for a new year with new beginnings. Our beliefs and traditions may not always coincide, but the feelings of joy and celebration bring us all closer together.
At TRG we are preparing for Holiday travel, long awaited time with family and friends, a few short work weeks (!!) and our company Holiday Party! TRG's Holiday Party is one of few (aside from our Montana Meet and the occassional ski trip) company wide gatherings where we limit our work related conversations and enjoy one another's company in an informal atmosphere.
A tradition at TRG's party is a gift exchange known as the White Elephant. As TRG continues to grow we must be very attentive in keeping this activity flowing. We would otherwise find ourselves opening gifts until we are needed back in the office on Monday. If you have not had the pleasure to participate in a White Elephant gift exchange here is how it is done:
1. Each participant (with our large group we double up into teams) brings a gift. This gift is usually a hilarious, worthless gag gift. 2. Each group is given a number at random. 3. The group with #1 chooses a gift from under the tree, opens it and announces to group the horrible item which they have received. 4. On the second turn, the group with #2 may either steal gift #1 or unwrap another gift. If group #2 steals gift #1, group #1 must then return to the tree and retrieve, open and share a new gift.
This continues on with the entire group. We usually have one or two people bring gifts that participants will actually vie for, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere. Last year there was a small rumble over a snuggie. If you have ideas for great White Elephants gifts please leave a message on our blog or other social media sites.
Aside from our entertainment we are looking forward to another mouth watering catered dinner by our friends up the road. We develop relationships with companies all over the U.S., very few are residents of Montana. However, when it comes to our party menu we are delighted to have the Gourmet Gals from Big Sky, Montana fill our appetites.
This time of year we find ourselves focusing on our blessings. We thank our Clients, business partners, employees and community for another successful year in business.
Cheers & Happy Holidays!
At TRG we are preparing for Holiday travel, long awaited time with family and friends, a few short work weeks (!!) and our company Holiday Party! TRG's Holiday Party is one of few (aside from our Montana Meet and the occassional ski trip) company wide gatherings where we limit our work related conversations and enjoy one another's company in an informal atmosphere.
A tradition at TRG's party is a gift exchange known as the White Elephant. As TRG continues to grow we must be very attentive in keeping this activity flowing. We would otherwise find ourselves opening gifts until we are needed back in the office on Monday. If you have not had the pleasure to participate in a White Elephant gift exchange here is how it is done:
1. Each participant (with our large group we double up into teams) brings a gift. This gift is usually a hilarious, worthless gag gift. 2. Each group is given a number at random. 3. The group with #1 chooses a gift from under the tree, opens it and announces to group the horrible item which they have received. 4. On the second turn, the group with #2 may either steal gift #1 or unwrap another gift. If group #2 steals gift #1, group #1 must then return to the tree and retrieve, open and share a new gift.
This continues on with the entire group. We usually have one or two people bring gifts that participants will actually vie for, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere. Last year there was a small rumble over a snuggie. If you have ideas for great White Elephants gifts please leave a message on our blog or other social media sites.
Aside from our entertainment we are looking forward to another mouth watering catered dinner by our friends up the road. We develop relationships with companies all over the U.S., very few are residents of Montana. However, when it comes to our party menu we are delighted to have the Gourmet Gals from Big Sky, Montana fill our appetites.
This time of year we find ourselves focusing on our blessings. We thank our Clients, business partners, employees and community for another successful year in business.
Cheers & Happy Holidays!