Moving Idaho Forward!: Recent Episodes
Ben Ellsworth
We talk to and learn directly from business experts in various industries within Idaho that are positively impacting the growth of Idaho. Despite what’s presented in the news media and social media, business is booming in the Treasure Valley and in Idaho, in general, and there’s so many unprecedented opportunities. Learn what others are doing personally and professionally to thrive in their respective industries.
In today’s episode, I talk with Mark Houston, president of Bright Bank, a Division of the Bank of Jackson Hole. Bright Bank is a community bank that is truly invested in the success of their friends and neighbors, and the community as a whole. They take pride in developing long-term relationships with each and every one of their customers and work to create a custom-tailored team dedicated to their customers so that they can intimately understand their personal situation, goals, and dreams, and then develop a road map to get them there. Mark has lived in the Treasure Valley for 37 years, is an Air Force Veteran, and is an alum of Boise State University. Join us as we talk about the great things happening in the Treasure Valley, the importance of relationships, and serving each other in the community.
In today’s episode, I talk with Cammas Freeman, the founder of Stackrock Talent – an HR and technology consulting firm that also provides recruiting and hiring services for businesses, as well as resume and career consulting for job seekers. Cammas is a Boise native and is a successful entrepreneur, who has great insight on the amazing changes and growth going on in the Treasure Valley. Her company, Stackrock Talent, draws from a deep well of recruiting and marketing experience to modernize your talent strategy, and attract, engage, and hire the right talent for your company. Join us as we discuss the growth of the Treasure Valley, how businesses can better attract, and hire, the right people for their teams, and strategies that she uses to be successful in her life.
In today’s episode, I talk with Scott Marker. He is a successful salesperson-turned-entrepreneur, who owns the Network in Action networking organization franchise for the Treasure Valley. He is also a published author, and performs sales training and education for college students. He has had tremendous success in sales and business development and currently works to serve others and help them grow their businesses. Join us as we talk about sales, the sales industry, relationships and networking, and some of his ideas on what it takes to be successful.
In today’s episode, I talk with Elisha Brooks, a successful real estate professional with Epic Realty. Epic Realty is passionate about moving real estate forward with innovation in service, technology, and client experience. Join us as Elisha and I discuss the real estate market in Idaho, the power of gratitude, marketing, and the importance of consistency in productive daily activities that lead to success.
In today’s episode, I talk with Trever Nicoll, a Senior Leasing Associate with Ball Ventures Alquist, a commercial development and strategic capital investment company, that has had a major impact in the growth going on in the Treasure Valley. BVA is currently developing and managing Ten Mile Crossing and Eagle View Landing in Meridian, as well as Pioneer Crossing in Boise, among many other development projects. Trever has years of success in commercial real estate, especially on the office leasing side of the industry. Join us as we discuss the commercial real estate market in Idaho, leadership, and some of the personal activities that Trever does that enable his success.
In today’s episode, I talk with Tevia Hoalst, the founder of Koda Bookkeeping in Boise. She has extensive experience in business, bookkeeping, and customer service. Her company, Koda Bookkeeping, provides virtual bookkeeping services, as well as financial analysis and recommendations to help businesses save money and plan for future success. Join us as we discuss the importance of relationships in business, entrepreneurship, delivering on the services your company provides, and having passion in what you do.
If would like to connect with Tevia and her team, go to www.kodabookkeeping.com.
In today’s episode, I talk with Shannon Robnett, the founder of Phoenix Commercial Construction. He has extensive experience in commercial real estate and development. He has been building in the Treasure Valley since 1999 and has completed a litany of projects from police departments, fire stations, a city hall, and a long list of office buildings, as well as industrial flex space. His main focus is design build projects and development projects that take his clients’ needs and develop a project around those needs to specifically address their businesses. Join us as we discuss mindset, the real estate market in Idaho, and the importance of relationships in business.
In today’s episode, I talk with Jessica Cafferty – the founder of Route Networking Group in Boise. Route is a corporate recruiting agency in Idaho, with clients across the entire Northwest. Route exists to help Idaho and Northwestern companies meet their growth strategies by providing them with exceptional, hard-to-find talent. In this episode, Jessica and I discuss leadership, discipline vs. desperation, vulnerability, transparency, and opportunity.
In today’s episode, we chat with Sarah Libengood with the Good Life Group at Keller Williams Realty in Boise. Sarah is the President of the Women’s Council of Realtors for Idaho, and has been on the list of top producing real estate professionals for the last few years. We discuss what makes her and her team successful, how others can emulate her success, and where the Treasure Valley real estate market is heading.
In today’s episode, we chat with Mia Paulus, a successful entrepreneur and owner of The Centr, here in Boise, Idaho. They provide outsourced professional services to businesses all over the country, allowing business owners to focus on their expertise and growing their business. They help small businesses and entrepreneurs scale their businesses in an efficient and sustainable way with marketing, financial, human resources, technology, web design, and administrative assistance.
In this episode, we discuss what is enabling The Centr to thrive right now in the current business climate. While many businesses are shutting down and furloughing their employees, The Centr is growing and succeeding in many different ways.
We hope you enjoy this conversation with Mia Paulus.