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Top challenges for Idaho business leaders
Inaugural survey conducted earlier this year
The supply and cost of workers and high labor turnover are among top concerns of Idaho businesses who participated in an Idaho Department of Labor survey this spring.
Northern Timber Crafters helps every home be extraordinary
Every home should be extraordinary. At Northern Timber Crafters, the goal is as simple as that. The company began as a timber mill over a decade ago in Montana. However, four years ago, the company stepped away from running the mill and moved its timber framing operations to Ponderay. In 2021, Northern Timber Crafts was purchased by Joey Copper.
What it takes to get your name out there
A tried and tested way to find customers is word of mouth, but what if they can’t find your business due to Google business listing issues? Off Grid Unlimited, a veteran-owned one-stop business for all things off grid, alternative energy and consulting had this very issue in Boundary County, where business can be difficult to find for newcomers and navigational systems.
Leading for economic development
The driving force of economic development in Shoshone County continues to be small businesses and mining.
Made in North Idaho
In North Idaho, manufacturing plays a crucial role in driving economic growth and providing jobs for the community. From machine shops to food processing plants, the region boasts a diverse range of manufacturing businesses that have made major impacts in recent years.
Building a better nut spread
New hazelnut spread manufacturer opens in Dover
Why use peanuts when you can use regionally grown hazelnuts? The result is a delicious, quality spread that can be used in a variety of ways, Nutlicious CEO John York said of his fledgling company. Nutlicious, a new hazelnut spread manufacturer opening its doors in Dover, aims to fill a void in the industry — and has its sights set on the space carved out by peanut butter, CEO John York said.
Visionary versatility
Hoffman Boots, a success story rooted in product diversification
In the 1980s, after decades in the footwear industry, John Hoffman had a million-dollar idea.
No smoke, just fire
Post Falls business introduces smokeless fire pit
Post Falls business introduces smokeless fire pit
Kellogg Plastics: Challenges spark creative solutions
Kellogg Plastics has been making plastic designs since 1986.
Ranch revitalization
Uncle Dan's, a salad dressing and dip success story
Dan Stephens was at the crux of a whirlwind of life-changing opportunities in the winter of 1966. He had a baby due in a matter of weeks, he had a tasty flavor profile on his mind from a dinner party, and a Dale Carnegie traveling salesman had made him a pitch at the front door. The salesman sold Stephens a book for $1: “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill. It would forever change the course of Stephens' life.
Manufacturing booms in Kootenai County
Manufacturing has a gross regional product of over $800 million annually in Kootenai County, the third highest for all industries behind government and retail trade. "It is still a growing industry in our region," said Gynii Gilliam, president of the Coeur d’Alene Area Economic Development Corporation.
Serving those who serve
For more than four decades, Richard Cowell Tactical, a family-owned and operated business has provided custom tactical gear for law enforcement and public safety professionals nationwide.
Continuously creative
CEO of CDA cutting-edge manufacturing company finds success with can-do attitude
Continuous creativity A member of the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber board, and a volunteers ith the Winton PTA, Alvarado likes to be involves in community.
Boundary County a haven for manufacturing
Manufacturing is the second-largest industry in Boundary County, behind the government sector. It is growing in Boundary County and is No. 3 of the top 10 employers in the county.