Tuesday, February 25

Projections show shift toward STEM careers regionally, nationally

America’s workforce appears to be in a transitional state as technological advancements and demographic shifts contribute to rapidly changing economic conditions.

  • By HAILEY HILL/NIBJ Staff Writer
  • February 25, 2025

Apprentices learn trades firsthand

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Apprenticeship programs at North Idaho College have been trending up in recent years.

  • By CAROLYN BOSTICK/NIBJ Staff Writer
  • February 25, 2025

North Idaho Alliance: Women of IMPACT, T is for Technology

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Let’s be real — I’ve surrendered to the tech takeover. From AI to those sneaky midnight iPhone updates, to my never-ending password chain updates, change is constant when it comes to technology. But honestly, I bet if women were in charge, we’d sprinkle some gentleness and grace into the mix.

  • By MARILEE WALLACE/NIBJ Contributor
  • February 25, 2025

Boardco acquires Mark’s Marine in Hayden

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Mark's Marine in Hayden has been acquired by Boardco, according to a recent announcement by Stacey International, LLC. Additionally, Aaron Thykeson, a historical partner of Mark’s Marine Inc., will continue as a partner and president in the organization.

  • February 25, 2025

Cd'A Casino Resort spa introduces Aescape

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Wellness is meeting the future as the Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel has added new wellness technology with the installation of Aescape, an AI-powered, automated massage experience at its Spa Ssakwa'q'n (pronounced Sock-wah-kin).

  • February 25, 2025

Chaos theory and the economy

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We like to believe that the various sectors of the economy believe in rational ways. The “law” of supply and demand: as one side increases the other side decreases. Or, doubling the money supply while holding an asset base static will cause price inflation. Measurable stuff. Predictable.

  • By RAPHAEL BARTA/NIBJ Contributing Writer
  • February 25, 2025

POST FALLS CHAMBER: Celebrating our local business leaders

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This is such a special time of year! Friends and family are all cozied up, enjoying the last days of winter…hopefully…and we as a community get to celebrate some amazing stories at our Recognition Reception. Every year a group of previous winners have the painstaking job of sifting through nominations to select this year’s winners. For the first time in a long time, we had an overwhelming number of nominations — 38 in total. What a beautiful problem to have. This means that at a minimum, we had 38 citizens who felt compelled to share the story of how a local business or individual made an impact on our community. That makes my heart sing. We have such a caring community and this outpouring proves it.

  • By CHRISTINA PETIT/NIBJ Contributor
  • February 25, 2025

SANDPOINT CHAMBER: LUCK!

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Luck is often seen as some magical force that appears to some and not to others. But when it comes to business, luck is much more about preparation and taking action than merely just chance.

  • By MICKEY QUINN/NIBJ Contributor
  • February 25, 2025

Onboarding adds up to long-term success, happiness

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Finding the right person for an open position is only part of building a successful and happy work team. Onboarding is another big part of the equation.

  • By CAROLINE LOBSINGER/NIBJ Staff Writer
  • February 25, 2025

Growing North Idaho's workforce

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Businesses and workers alike have plenty of options these days when it comes to adding skills and workforce benefits and training.

  • February 25, 2025

Online learning an effective tool for employers

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Remote work and online education became not just optional but mandatory during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fast forward five years and many industries have shifted to completely online or hybrid business models.

  • By DEVIN WEEKS/NIBJ Staff Writer
  • February 25, 2025

Employers explore nontraditional benefits

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As the workforce becomes increasingly interested in a healthy work-life balance and overall wellness, some employers are experimenting with nontraditional benefits designed to attract and retain top talent.

  • By KAYE THORNBRUGH/NIBJ Staff Writer
  • February 25, 2025

North Idaho Neurotherapy welcomes Amy Ambridge

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When Amy Ambridge first met Dr. Linda Larson several years ago, she never imagined that she would be working alongside her, providing groundbreaking treatment for individuals.

  • By PATTY HUTCHENS/NIBJ Contributing Writer
  • February 25, 2025

Financial adviser joins Stifel in Coeur d’Alene

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Ryan Chapman has joined Stifel’s Coeur d’Alene office as a financial adviser. Born and raised in Coeur d’Alene, Chapman is a graduate of Gonzaga University’s business school and has earned Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.

  • February 25, 2025

Festival at Sandpoint hires development & community engagement coordinator

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The Festival at Sandpoint is excited to welcome Darra Collison to the full-time staff as the organization’s development and community engagement coordinator.

  • February 25, 2025

Spiker joins Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty

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Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty welcomes Brittani Spiker to its team of real estate professionals. A North Idaho native, Spiker brings a deep community connection, a passion for helping others, and a unique background in both health care and home construction.

  • February 25, 2025