Yearly Archives: 2013

Eye Open Network Hosting Booth at Idaho Business Technology Expo

Boise company revolutionizing the marketing sphere, bringing fresh eyes to the space  Eye Open Network, an innovative real-time, real-world, analytical marketing solution for local businesses will be hosting a booth at Idaho Business Technology Expo on January 16. The Eye Open team will be providing free consultations; technology challenges are welcomed, enjoyed, and will be

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StreamTech Boats are Tested and Manufactured in Idaho’s Great Outdoors

Boise-based company makes boats and trailers for whitewater rafters and fishermen alike    When StreamTech Boats added a new model of inflatable river craft in 2012 – the Salmonfly – it was extraordinarily well-received in the market. The new model provides larger cargo bays, larger expedition dry boxes, a third cargo bay for a super insulated

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Hunger, Education, Disabilities and Human Services

 www.safewayfoundation.org The Safeway Foundation, the philanthropic arm of grocery-retailer Safeway, supports nonprofit organizations whose mission is aligned with the company’s four priority areas: hunger relief, education, health and human services, and/or assisting people with disabilities. Hunger Relief: In-kind and cash grants are awarded in support of food banks and hunger relief organizations. Education: Grants are

Posted in Show Me the Money

Grants for Helping Veterans

www.blackstone.com The Blackstone Charitable Foundation, the charitable arm of global private equity firm Blackstone Group, has issued a Request for Proposals targeting organizations that focus on veterans’ employment and professional development. Through the program, Blackstone will identify organizations and programs that directly support veterans and offer them the opportunity to build successful careers after their

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Locate Express Powers the Better Business Bureau’s BBB ASAP Program

Boise technology company keeps growing and expanding its reach nationwide Better Business Bureaus in Phoenix, Boston, Cleveland and Boise soon will be launching BBB ASAP, a newly branded, on-demand search engine that connects homeowners to BBB-accredited businesses in seconds.  Boise-based Locate Express developed the Web-based technology behind the BBB ASAP program. Locate Express technology is

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Idaho at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain

With over 70,000 attendees from over 65 countries worldwide and approximately 1,700 exhibitors, the Idaho Department of Commerce is excited to be part of the Mobile World Congress trade show taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from February 24-27, 2014. This year, Idaho Commerce will be sharing a “country” pavilion with three local companies and working

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Idaho at the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV

The Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show) and Conference is touted as the largest and most comprehensive trade show for all professionals involved with the shooting sports, hunting and law enforcement industries. With more than 62,000 attendees from 100 different countries and over 1,600 exhibiting companies, the Idaho Department of Commerce is thrilled

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Cowgirl Chocolates Now Fulfilling Orders in Taiwan, France

Moscow company continues to be a pioneer in the food and candy industries   BOISE, Idaho—Monday, December 9, 2013— Cowgirl Chocolates – maker of specialty chocolates, caramels, cocoa and gifts – has started shipping international wholesale orders to Taiwan and France.  The Moscow company pioneered the spicy chocolate, with a signature “Cowgirl kick,” and has continued

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