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'Beacon' of health care
Clinic expands, offers personalized services

Beacon Clinic was founded by Dr. David Bartels in 2018
Tackling challenges in rural health care
Keeping standards of healthcare with fewer resources is a challenge for rural communities
Nurturing employee wellness
Hagadone Medical Clinic invests in wellbeing, empowers staff to stay healthy
“If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good. If you play good, they pay good." "It's the Deion Sanders saying," said Dr. Craig Smith, resident physician of the new Hagadone Medical Clinic. While this is true for the wide world of sports, it also applies to other professions and industries, especially those built on the most precious commodity: People.
Meeting patients where they are
Northwest Specialty Hospital strives to reach all

Northwest Specialty Hospital was founded 22 years ago as a specialty surgical hospital, but now the company’s vision is to reach everyone.
A pathway to wellness

Be Free Natural Living offers pathways to wellness by providing holistic vegan bath and body care products and infrared sauna treatments.
Investing in our greatest assets
Welcome to our latest edition of the North Idaho Business Journal. In this issue, we delve into the theme of health and wellness, with a focus on the workplace.
Most entrepreneurial states
Idaho is among the most entrepreneurial states in the U.S. Florida is at the top of the list, while Georgia has the second-most entrepreneurial population, Michigan is third with the largest growth in business applications and Idaho comes in at No. 9.
Get your leadership groove on
The strength and quality of an organization’s leadership is a cornerstone of its success. Welcome to our latest issue of the North Idaho Business Journal in which we explore this critical aspect of doing business and share insights from several North Idaho leaders.
Lead by example
Linda Coppess directs chamber through innovation, support

Leadership takes many steps, says Linda Coppess
Empowering others an important leadership strategy

As the legislative director for the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Tyrel Stevenson is a team player. "I strive to empower others and encourage their participation and direction by trying to make sure they feel welcome and integral to decision-making," Stevenson said. "Every member of a team is valuable and needs to feel valued in order to participate to their potential, which is critical to the success of the overall team."
Mountain West Bank celebrates anniversary
Employees celebrated the milestone by volunteering in their communities

On its 30th anniversary, Mountain West Bank staff and executives celebrate three decades of giving back and look ahead to continuing their legacy of community service.
Get ready for the Book of Lists
We are introducing something new and exciting for the North Idaho business community

We are excited to announce the launch of the inaugural North Idaho Business Journal Book of Lists. Scheduled for publication in December 2023, this first-of-its-kind resource will become an annual touchstone for our diverse and thriving business community.
Leading in a dynamic industry

The dynamic industry of health care requires thoughtful leaders who aren't afraid to evolve in their environments. "Adaptive leadership has been vitally important for me to face external challenges while affixing to servant leadership as means to empower the bourgeoning leaders and professionals we partner with at Northwest Specialty Hospital," said Chris Gregg, executive director of human resources for the Post Falls hospital.