From Research Project to Global Leader in Avalanche Monitoring The Challenge Scott Havens founded Snowbound Solutions in 2014 during the final year of his PhD at Boise State University. His work focused on developing an advanced avalanche monitoring system for Highway 21 in Idaho, collaborating with avalanche forecasters for years. His innovative technology uses
Small Business Development Center for Idahoans: Meet entrepreneurs who have benefitted from this free resource February 3, 2025 The Idaho Small Business Development Center Network offers confidential, no-cost business consultations and affordable training for entrepreneurs. It staffs six regional offices in Idaho, each affiliated with an institution of higher learning. Boise State and the College
“As of October 15, 2024, [Common Ground] employs 10 part-time staff and have achieved 18,629 sales tickets, totaling about $198,000 in sales. Their grand opening day saw a record 310 tickets sold!” Laurie Pearman and Sarah Keck identified a need for a community gathering space in their Boise neighborhood. They began with a pop-up
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“With the help of my consultant and the SBDC my revenue increased by 50%, I now understand my finances, how to scale, got some great contacts and a lot of help coming in first in a prize winning pitch competition. ($50K plus prizes.)” “The more small business owners I meet the more I think
“In 2018, joining the SBA Emerging Leaders program (now THRIVE) and partnering with the SBDC proved invaluable during periods of rapid expansion. With their guidance, Long Arm Mechanics navigated challenges like staff tripling, a 63% sales increase, and unexpected personal setbacks.” Levon Arnold’s path to success began with a strong foundation in technical training.
“ Working with the SBDC has helped me find direction and solutions in my quickly growing and changing business.” Kourney started Bakety Bake in 2018, just after having her 4th baby as a way to earn extra income and to be creative. It began as a home-based bakery, where she sold custom decorated sugar cookies. In
