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HELENA, Mont. — Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen announced today that more than 8,000 new businesses registered with the Secretary of State’s Office in April, as Montanans continue to launch new ventures at a historic pace. This strong April performance follows a record-breaking March, marking back-to-back months of exceptional growth for Montana entrepreneurs.
“Montanans are builders, doers, and problem-solvers, and they are proving it once again with more than 8,000 new businesses registered in April,” Secretary Jacobsen said. “From main street shops and family farms to high-tech startups and outdoor recreation outfitters, entrepreneurs in every region of our state are seizing opportunities and creating jobs.”
To highlight the people behind the numbers, the Secretary of State’s Office has featured hard-working Montanans in its Business Spotlight series, which showcases new entrepreneurs from across the Treasure State. A spotlight this month featured Rogue Brownies in Great Falls, a locally owned bakery turning a passion for baking into a growing small business. These stories reflect the creativity, work ethic, and optimism that define Montana’s small business community.
“These business spotlights are a reminder that every filing is a story, a family taking a risk, a young entrepreneur launching a dream, or a longtime Montanan finally opening the doors to their own shop,” Secretary Jacobsen said. “We’re honored to play a role in helping these businesses get started.”
The April milestone follows a string of strong months for new business creation in Montana. In recent months, thousands of new businesses have registered with the Secretary of State’s Office, building on historic growth in prior years and reinforcing Montana’s reputation as one of the best states in the nation to start and grow a business.
Secretary Jacobsen noted that commonsense reforms, including reducing new business registration costs, waiving annual report fees, and improving online services, have made it easier than ever to open a business in Montana. Entrepreneurs can file and manage their documents online 24/7 through the Secretary of State’s modern, user-friendly business portal, freeing up more time to serve customers and grow their operations.
“Montana continues to be one of the best places in the nation to start a business,” Secretary Jacobsen said. “Our office is proud to support this momentum by reducing red tape, streamlining services, and celebrating the Montanans who are taking the leap to turn their ideas into reality.”
Montanans can see these stories and learn more about starting a business by visiting the Secretary of State’s website at sosmt.gov/business.