Tuesday, November 28
Cultivating connections
Some of us love networking, and we’re great at it. Others among us, not so much. No matter how you feel about it, it’s a necessity in today’s business landscape.
NIBCA cultivates community
Building industry group tackles issues affecting everyone in the region
The North Idaho Building and Contractors Association plays a pivotal role in enhancing the building industry in North Idaho. With a focus on responsible growth, NIBCA fosters a robust support network for local industry professionals, many of whom work and live local.
HTECH rising
Judd Jones leads Hagadone development team
Hagadone Technologies employs about 15 people that are among the brightest minds in the country, Jones said.
North Idaho: Economic activity
Labor demand in northern Idaho remains robust, with elevated levels of unfilled jobs.
Chambers fuel business relationships
Networking, forming connections, fostering relationships and supporting local businesses is what chambers of commerce are all about.
Women-centered networking
Groups provide opportunities to share experiences, advice and resources
Women-centered networking groups provide an opportunity for women to share experiences, advice and resources related to challenges women face in the workplace.
U.S. Department of Commerce approves nuclear energy tech hub
The University of Idaho College of Engineering and a consortium of Idaho leaders in advanced nuclear energy innovation have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration for their ability to strengthen workforce development and the region's capacity to manufacture, commercialize and deploy technology.
Commercial lease basics for small business owners
For most new small businesses, it’s hard enough to raise the capital needed to pay for inventory, tools, initial wages, equipment and cash flow through break-even, let alone the funds to build a facility from scratch or to re-purpose an existing building to meet your needs. And so most new businesses start out in leased facilities.
Intermax continues expanding fiber internet in Spirit Lake
Intermax Networks has broken ground on two new phases of the Spirit Lake fiber-to-the-premise project.
Bringing small businesses together in rural Idaho
Networking is difficult in small rural counties, especially in Boundary County, with so many business professionals working remotely and small businesses being online rather than in a physical building.
Farm and Ranch Conference in January
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced the Idaho Farm and Ranch Conference will take place Jan. 4-5 in Boise.
Hecla Mining's 3rd quarter results
Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) announced on Nov. 6 the company's third quarter 2023 operating and financial results — for the period ended Sept. 30.
Albertsons-Kroger merger could provide the competition we need
Before you head over to the produce department and grab a few tomatoes to hurl in my direction, hear me out: The Albertsons-Kroger merger could be a very good thing for consumers.
STCU's Myhre receives national recognition
Named one of the 15 most powerful women in credit unions
Lindsey Myhre, who started her STCU career as an account assistant 23 years ago, has been named one of the 15 most powerful women in credit unions by American Banker magazine.
North Idaho Alliance Women of Impact: November is Idaho’s nonprofit awareness month
Do you support one?
Did you know Idaho has a dedicated nonprofit center that offers a plethora of resources for starting a not-for-profit business, maintaining and running a successful not-for-profit and detailed volunteer recruitment with opportunities for you to be engaged with a local nonprofit? The Idaho Nonprofit Center is based in Boise and it’s been around since 2001. According to their website, “The Center represents the interests of our state’s 9,000+ registered nonprofit organizations and serves as a broker of information and a bridge between the nonprofit, for-profit, and government sectors. They are an association of forward-looking nonprofit leaders who come together to share knowledge, solve problems, pursue common interests with a mission to educate, advocate, and collaborate in support of stronger nonprofit organizations.”
Post Falls Chamber: A time to be thankful
I am thankful for the time spent with our Amalfi Coast travelers. It was a dream come true for me and the birthday of a lifetime for RaeAnne. There is something magical that happens when you travel together. We strengthened ties with old friends and made new friends that I might never have known without this trip. The relationships, the laughter and the memories will forever be a part of my story.
Hayden Chamber: Adventures in Alaska
Writing my column this month knowing it is for November is very surreal. I can’t believe we are already in November as the previous months this year seem to have just whipped passed us!
STCU promotes two leaders
Two longtime STCU employees have been promoted to positions of senior leadership.
Bond Joins eXp Luxury
Cindy Bond has joined eXp Realty. Bond is excited to be part of a new partnership with eXp’s exclusive eXp Luxury real estate program. As part of its select group, Bond is positioned to stand out as a trusted adviser who brings both local market expertise and valuable global connections to her clients.
Forbes ranks Pinkerton Retirement top adviser in the region
Pinkerton Retirement Specialists is the highest-ranked registered investment firm in the Inland Northwest, according to Forbes.
Safeguard Equipment of PF showcases at National Safety Council event
Safeguard Equipment of Post Falls is attending the National Safety Council’s Safety Congress and Expo, a premier safety assembly gathering that hosts over 800 safety suppliers.