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Idaho SBDC Graphic Designer Creates Award-Winning Logo for Local Small Business

Published June 14, 2021 by jessicaroth

Congratulations to Idaho SBDC graphic designer Presley Arrowood on her recent Star Garnet Gem Award in logo creation for client Traditions Gift Shop, based in Lewiston, ID. Arrowood competed against other designers and marketing agencies throughout Southeast Idaho in the Gem Awards Creative Competition hosted by the Idaho Falls Advertising Federation to receive this award;…

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Maple Grove Hot Springs – Thatcher, ID

Published March 16, 2021 by Idaho SBDC

“I’m glad I found the SBDC. It’s helpful to know I’m not in this alone.” Maple Grove is on the Oneida Narrows near the town of Thatcher, ID. Before the current owner, Jordan Menzel, and his group of investors bought the land and facilities in 2019, the soaking pools weren’t in the best condition and…

Amazing Glaze Donuts – Pocatello

Published June 11, 2019 by Idaho SBDC

“Our consultant walked us through the entire process of owning our own business.” Katie Giesbrecht was working as a barista for Double Shot Donuts. The owners of the shop approached Katie and her husband about purchasing the business from them. At the time, Katie and Dean were both looking for new opportunities and decided to…

Partner Steel Co. – Pocatello

Published August 23, 2018 by Idaho SBDC

New Owners Increase Profits in Legacy Business Partner Steel in Pocatello is a respected legacy business established in 1947. Rick Eskelson worked at Partner Steel as a buyer until 2005 when, with his wife Debbie, he purchased the business. Partner Steel’s primary business is steel fabrication. They also have a side business building outdoor and…

Snake River Travel Plaza – Blackfoot

Published June 06, 2018 by Idaho SBDC

A returning client calls on the SBDC for assistance purchasing a business. “[The SBDC] stuck with us through the whole process.” – Lori Cox After other buyers backed out of purchasing the Snake River Travel Plaza, Jace Katseanes stepped in to organize a purchase with Lori Cox as the manager and accountant. Having worked with…

Inergy Solar

Published December 01, 2017 by Idaho SBDC

Consumer Product of the Year Early Stage Innovation of the Year 2016 Finalist Sean Luangrath (center) accepted on behalf of Inergy, producer of compact solar generators that lead the class in supplying power day or night to virtually anything USB.

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