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The Ever Onward Podcast is your go-to business podcast, offering engaging discussions and diverse guests covering everything from business strategies to community issues. Join us at the executive table as we bring together industry leaders, experts, and visionaries for insightful conversations that go beyond the boardroom. Whether you're an entrepreneur or simply curious about business, our podcast provides a well-rounded experience, exploring a variety of topics that shape the business landscape and impact communities. Brought to you by Ahlquist.
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Roger is a teacher and student when it comes to life. Having served as an Idaho teacher, principal, superintendent, and ultimately chief deputy state superintendent, Roger has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing rural education, and appreciates the fierce independence of Idaho and Idahoans alike. Prior to joining the Foundation as Executive Director in 2013, Roger was co-director of the Idaho Leads project at Boise State University’s Center for School Improvement a...
On Tuesday night @KTVB tweeted out a link to Mark Johnson's bio (complete with professional photo), and his name. And nothing else. Little did they know it was the greatest podcast promotion they have ever made! Mark Johnson has been an anchor at KTVB in Boise, Idaho since 1983. Our community is grateful for him and all he has done over the years and continues to do each day! Mark’s bio includes gems like, “National Edward R. Murrow and Emmy award winner Mark Johnson returned to Ida...
Our neighbors need our help. It costs $1,000 on average for Jesse Tree to keep a family housed, compared to $5-10,000 for a family to find new housing after being evicted. At Jesse Tree, they provide information and support to 500 households per month via their Housing Crisis Line, and case management and rental assistance to 50-100 households per month. Over 90% of people requesting assistance can’t pay their rent due to an unanticipated expense or shortfall such as a health care bill, unexp...
Idaho Power, headquartered in vibrant and fast-growing Boise, Idaho, has been a locally operated energy company since 1916. The company’s goal to provide 100% clean energy by 2045 builds on their long history as a clean-energy leader that provides reliable service at affordable prices.... but how will they reach their goal? Listen to Lisa Grow, CEO, dive into the details of the current state of Idaho Power and what the future holds. Lisa Grow has been President and Chief Executiv...
The COVID Vaccine has come with a lot of opinion. In the recent weeks there have been various false claims made about the COVID Vaccine being spread across Idaho - in this episode Dr. Pate debunks some of those myths and speaks to what the future of Idaho looks like. Discussion on COVID Vaccines starts at 19:50. Also in this episode, we discuss what it takes to be a good leader and how you can take practical steps to better lead teams. David Pate is the former President & CEO of St. Luke’...
This episode is focused on ALL things Boise State University as we discuss the future of BSU with their 7th President, Dr. Marlene Tromp. Her perspective will inspire and uplift you. On July 1, 2019, Dr. Marlene Tromp became the seventh President of Boise State University and, in honor of her inauguration, developed an endowment for the Presidential True Blue Scholarship to assist more Idaho residents with the opportunity to attend college. Since her arrival, she has focused on teaching...
This brand new podcast episode will help you gain a new perspective on business and personal growth strategies, primarily in the digital landscape in 2021. We are excited to welcome back David Mckinzie back on the podcast for his second time on the show. David Mckinzie is a dedicated, driven and highly effective communication broadcast professional and Entrepreneur. David (AKA Dmac) is a former BSU Football Player and is now part of two successful startups, Bow Tie Hustle and Dmac Entertainme...
It’s been just under two months since Coach Andy Avalos was hired as Boise State’s Football coach. Within that timeframe he’s hired new staff and added players. What does the future of BSU Football look like? What direction is Coach Avalos looking to take the team? Get to know Coach Avalos better through this episode as he answers these questions and others. You will feel the passion and grit in his voice - he’s here to do business. Before coming Head Coach, Andy was also a former player at B...
Crush The Curve Idaho is a nonprofit organization, which is dedicated to helping fight the novel coronavirus. They started in the early phases of the pandemic in hopes to help our community get back to work by safely assessing, testing and tracing for COVID-19. The Crush The Curve Idaho strike force is made up of Idaho businesses, innovators, and leaders working to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Their mission is to get Idaho back to work through a statewide awareness campaign and by offe...
Jim Souza MD is the Vice President, CMO and practicing pulmonologist at St. Luke's Health System located in Meridian, Idaho. On this episode of the Inspire Excellence podcast, we talk about how the virus is treated in hospitals, what frontline teams are experiencing, and what’s ahead for how we live with COVID-19 in our community. We also dive into discussion about why people should be wearing masks and what the rollout of the vaccine will be like for Idaho. --------------------...
We are grateful to have Mike Boren on the Inspire Excellence podcast. This episode we dive into Mike's background and get to know him as a business and family man. Mike shares with us tips and advice that he has learned about work-life balance and how to keep customers and clients happy. Mike is one of the founders of Clearwater Analytics. Clearwater was founded in 2004 by David Boren, Michael Boren, and Douglas Bates. Prior to founding Clearwater, David, Michael, and Douglas founded Clearwat...
Season 3 of the Inspire Excellence Podcast is back in full force! We are happy to be back and have such an incredible line-up of guests. This episode is with Brad Wiskirchen. Many examples of life changing mentors are shared and tips for and how you can seek out a mentor in your career path are discussed. Learning from others and their experiences and then applying that into your own life will help real growth and development. Bradley J. Wiskirchen is the founding CEO at Kount—which is the pr...
The Inspire Excellence Podcast is back for Season 3! We could not be more excited to have the podcast back in full swing and with an incredible line up! With this new season, we also have a new co-host that we are excited to announce! Let us Introduce you to Bill Whitacre. Bill Whitacre is one of the brightest minds in Idaho. Bill was J.R. Simplot's 6th CEO since Company founder Jack Simplot stepped down in 1973. He retired after an 18-year career with Simplot, and his final nine ...
"We can get through this." With everything going on in the world including the COVID virus, natural disasters and so much more - Jason Coombs walks us through how we can manage behavioral and emotional health during a crisis. Jason describes his journey in his own words here, "I have effectively guided thousands of addicted individuals and their families out of the chaos and into recovery. I am a person in long-term recovery myself and so I've been there. I now lead a nationally accredi...
In the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, the largest earthquake in decades striked Idaho yesterday - what is there to worry about and what is next? The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 6.5 magnitude earthquake in central Idaho at approximately 5:52 pm on Tuesday. The quake struck approximately 72 miles northeast of Boise, originating at a depth of 6.2 miles. No injuries or damage have so far been reported. The last time Idaho had been rocked by such a powerful quake was 36 years ago in 198...
The coronavirus pandemic has placed extraordinary demands on leaders in business and beyond. What is the best way to respond? What is some key financial advice to get through a time of crisis? Kent Oram has some answers for us. Kent Oram is the CEO of Idaho Central Credit Union, one of the fastest growing credit unions in the Nation. He oversees the overall operation of the Credit Union including budget administration, management of security, safety, and soundness, ensures compliance wi...
President Donald Trump on Friday, March 27, 2020 signed the massive $2 trillion stimulus package into law during a signing ceremony in the Oval Office. Who will get what and when from the $2 trillion relief package?? Ryan Cleverley gives us clarity and updates on the information you need to know. As the CFO and COO of BVA, Ryan brings an array of experience to the company. While attending Boise State University and earning his Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, he worked for Key Bank g...
With more than 80 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Blaine County, Idaho - it now has more cases of COVID-19 per capita than anywhere in the U.S.A.. At least fourteen of the cases involve health care workers and at least two people have died from COVID-19. Some of the West's first known COVID-19 cases came from ski resorts that draw visitors from around the world.While resort towns like this can typically house a lot of tourists, St. Luke's only has 25 hospital beds. The hospital has had dozens ...
Denman (“Denny”) Wagstaff is a commercial real estate specialist who has enjoyed a long, entrepreneurial career in the restaurant industry. He uses this vast experience to benefit his commercial clients in their search for Boise real estate. Starting out at age 21, Denny, purchased his first income property with his wife, Alyce. It was a unique “fixer upper” opportunity that they lived in, remodeled, and “flipped”. Since then, they have purchased and leased millions of dollar worth...
"I see the world of business as one of not problems and constraints, but one of challenging opportunities where solutions may simply not yet be visible. The exciting aspect of life is working to bring these solutions into focus for the benefit and reward of community, business, and self-experience. Together we can START, FIND MONEY, CHANGE THE WORLD for Idaho and Idaho entrepreneurs." John Williamson is an experienced senior executive with a strong passion to serve Idaho and grow our business...
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