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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.
Apprentices learn trades firsthand
Apprenticeship programs at North Idaho College have been trending up in recent years.
Onboarding adds up to long-term success, happiness
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.
Growing North Idaho's workforce
Businesses and workers alike have plenty of options these days when it comes to adding skills and workforce benefits and training.
Online learning an effective tool for employers
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.
Employers explore nontraditional benefits
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.
Innovation, creators & the future
"Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will." ~George Bernard Shaw
Local website developers empowered by AI
Artificial intelligence is becoming a game-changer in website development, and Victory Alliance Marketing founder Grant Richards is all for it.
Hayden-based snack company is on a roll
Making protein-packed, low-carb, keto-friendly snacks that are free of gluten, low in sugar and cleverly disguised as candy bars isn't just brilliant — it's genius. Operating out of Hayden and Coeur d'Alene, Genius Gourmet can take all the credit for dreaming up product lines that look and taste as good as they make the consumer feel. “What’s really different about us is instead of telling someone to eat differently, we’re taking some of their favorite things and making them healthy for them,” Genius Gourmet Inc. Chief Operating Officer Tom Lunneborg said Jan. 8.
Retail chains come to Bonners Ferry
The newly opened O’Reilly Auto Parts and Tractor Supply Co. bring product overlap with existing businesses, but owners agree that the corporate chains will enhance the local economy.
North Idaho College programs to support aerospace industry
North Idaho College is preparing for a major role in the region’s next stage of aerospace innovation.
Creating conversations and keepsakes
Brim & Band bring customized flair to hats
Kenzie Holland's creations start with a conversation. What is their favorite color? Do they have a particular style profile or favorite activity? What makes them happy and captures their personality? She then works with her clients to create one-of-a-kind, unique creations that are works of art as much as they are hats celebrating the Western lifestyle.
Chamber eyes changes in 2025
Those who join the 113-year-old chamber will have plenty of meetings, social functions and mixers to attend, as well as marketing opportunities and the opportunity to hear from an array of guest speakers
Workforce development feeds employment landscape
Darlene Carnopis, bureau chief of communications and research at Idaho Department of Labor noted workforce development has experienced fluctuations recently, but believes it to be largely stable compared to other states and job markets.
Business comings and goings
Offering medical, dental and behavioral health services to nearly 26,000 patients across North Idaho, Heritage Health is consolidating and expanding its operations into a large facility at 3700 W. Seltice Way in Coeur d'Alene.
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