Title:Built in the WEST | Montana Exports, Global Markets & Small Business Growth with Justin Bilyeu

What if the next big international product wasn’t coming from New York or Silicon Valley… but from a small Montana town? In this episode of Built in the WEST, Kelly Bonnell Bishop sits down with Justin Bilyeu, International Trade Specialist with the Montana Department of Commerce, to explore how Montana entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and innovators are expanding into global markets. From STEP grants and international trade shows to export opportunities in Japan, Taiwan, Canada, Europe, and beyond, Justin shares how Montana businesses can access funding, market research, trade missions, and global partnerships to grow their products worldwide. The conversation dives into: • How Montana businesses can qualify for export grants • International marketing and trade show opportunities • Montana’s growing manufacturing, tech, and photonics industries • Why “Made in Montana” carries value around the world • Common export mistakes businesses make • How small businesses can compete globally • The future of entrepreneurship and economic growth in Montana Whether you’re a startup founder, rancher, manufacturer, creator, software company, or small business owner, this episode is packed with insights about building opportunities in the West and beyond. Hosted by Kelly Bonnell Bishop and the Built in the WEST podcast team. Sponsored by Rustic Elegance Magazine, Montana Legacy Insurance, and Rustic Elegance Montana Living.