Press Releases

John Kotek Recognized for Service to the Leadership in Nuclear Energy Commission 2.0

NEWS RELEASE:  For Immediate Release Contact: Bobbi-Jo Meuleman Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 bobbi-jo.meuleman@commerce.idaho.gov John Kotek Recognized for Service to the Leadership in Nuclear Energy Commission 2.0 BOISE, Idaho—Monday, May 1, 2017— John Kotek, Vice President of Policy Development and Public Affairs for the Nuclear Energy Institute, was presented with an award on behalf of the Leadership

Governor Otter Awards Community Development Block Grants

NEWS RELEASE:  For Immediate Release Contact: Megan Hill Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 megan.hill@commerce.idaho.gov   Governor Otter Awards Community Development Block Grants Federally funded grants benefit economic development projects in Idaho cities and counties   BOISE, ID— Tuesday, April 25, 2017—Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter announced that 18 Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) awards will be distributed

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Japan-Based Sakae Casting to Open Office in Idaho Falls

CONTACT: Jan Rogers                  208-320-2136 JAPAN-BASED SAKAE CASTING TO OPEN OFFICE IN IDAHO FALLS Aluminum Casting Company Announces First U.S. Location in Eastern Idaho       IDAHO FALLS, ID – April 6, 2017 — Japan-based Sakae Casting today celebrated the grand opening of their first U.S. location

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Supplemental Funding Approved to Support F-35 Mission at Gowen Field

NEWS RELEASE:  For Immediate Release Contact: Megan Hill Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 megan.hill@commerce.idaho.gov Supplemental Funding Approved to Support F-35 Mission at Gowen Field Legislature’s appropriation will be used for public outreach, education and promotion BOISE, Idaho–Tuesday, February 28, 2017–Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter signed legislation today providing $100,000 to the Idaho Department of Commerce to pay for

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Leadership in Nuclear Energy Commission 2.0 to Hold January Meeting

NEWS RELEASE:  For Immediate Release Contact: Bobbi-Jo Meuleman Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 bobbi-jo.meuleman@commerce.idaho.gov Leadership in Nuclear Energy Commission 2.0 to Hold January Meeting BOISE, Idaho—Tuesday, January 10, 2017— The Leadership in Nuclear Energy (LINE) Commission 2.0 is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at the Idaho State Capitol (700 West Jefferson Street, Boise) in

Custom Audio Equipment Manufacturer Announces Relocation to Idaho

NEWS RELEASE:  For Immediate Release Contact: Megan Hill Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 megan.hill@commerce.idaho.gov Custom Audio Equipment Manufacturer Announces Relocation to Idaho The company will add 73 new jobs in Blaine County BOISE, Idaho—Wednesday, December 21, 2016— High-end design, engineering, and manufacturing company, leeds look listen, has announced its intention to create up to 73 new jobs

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Idaho Economic Advisory Council Announces December 22 Meeting

MEDIA ALERT Contact: Megan Hill Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 megan.hill@commerce.idaho.gov Idaho Economic Advisory Council Announces December 22 Meeting BOISE, Idaho—Friday, December 16, 2016— The Idaho Economic Advisory Council (EAC) will meet on Thursday, December 22 at 10:00 a.m. to review one Tax Reimbursement Incentive application. The meeting will be held in the J.R. Williams Building Clearwater

Vie Active Announces First U.S. Headquarters in Ketchum

NEWS RELEASE:  For Immediate Release Contact: Megan Hill Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 megan.hill@commerce.idaho.gov   Vie Active Announces First U.S. Headquarters in Ketchum The company will add 43 new high-paying jobs in Blaine County   BOISE, Idaho—Thursday, December 1, 2016— Australian women’s activewear company, Vie Active, announced the creation of their first headquarters to Ketchum, Idaho. The

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Idaho Department of Commerce Announces Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM) Grant Recipients

MEDIA ALERT Contact: Megan Hill Idaho Commerce 208.334.2470 megan.hill@commerce.idaho.gov   Idaho Department of Commerce Announces Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM) Grant Recipients   BOISE, Idaho—Wednesday, November 16, 2016 —The Idaho Department of Commerce is pleased to announce two Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM) grant recipients. The Idaho Commerce IGEM funds are awarded to Idaho research

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