The Idaho State Journal and Southeast Idaho Business Journal would like to welcome you to our newest event, the Professional of the Year Awards. This event, like our other awards ceremonies, was created with our business community in mind. We hope to showcase the outstanding work our business community is doing for Southeast Idaho. Without the hard work of the men and women nominated for our Professional of the Year Awards, our communities would not be what they are today. As you scroll through these pages you will read about many professionals who not only do great work in their place of business, but spend considerable amounts of time giving back to their community, making sure their employees are well taken care of and just being overall great citizens. Our main partner, Valley Office Systems, has been incredible to work with as the planning for this event has come along. The Professional of the Year Awards would not be possible without the support of Valley Office Systems, as well as our other partners: Idaho State University Credit Union, Portneuf Medical Center, and Facial and Oral Surgery. Please take the time to visit and thank these great partners. They, like the nominees you’ll read about in this section, are what make Southeast Idaho such a great place to live, work and raise a family.
Andy Pennington, publisher, Idaho State Journal Vanessa Grieve, editor, Southeast Idaho Business Journal 2
Table of Contents Fred Ball. . .................................................................... 4
Stan Latimer. . ........................................................... 22
Monica Bitrick............................................................. 4
Ginette Manwaring.. ................................................... 22
Jennifer Brunson. . .......................................................5
Mikkel McBride. . ......................................................... 23
Bob Butler. . ..................................................................6
Drew McRoberts. . ...................................................... 24
Jyl Call.........................................................................6
Shaun Menchaca.. ....................................................... 24
Krystal Chanda............................................................8
Aaron Moore . . ............................................................ 25
Joe Chapple. . ................................................................8
Jerry Myers.. ............................................................ 26
Michael Cady. . ...............................................................9
Matt Olsen. . ............................................................... 26
Amber Davis. . .............................................................10
Nathan Olsen............................................................. 27
Jacob DeLaRosa . . .......................................................10
Kent Oram................................................................. 27
Carl Durk . . ...................................................................11
Bryan Phinney. . ......................................................... 28
Barry Finlay . . ..............................................................11
Bart Reed. . ................................................................ 28
Neil Furniss................................................................12
Joel Reep. . ................................................................. 30
David Gardner. . ..........................................................12
John Regetz.............................................................. 30
Robbie Garrett.. .........................................................14
Dave Reichelt. . ...........................................................31
JD Hansen..................................................................14
Chris Russell............................................................. 32
Sonya Hawley.............................................................16
Molly Swallow............................................................. 32
Staci Hernandez. . .......................................................16
Ron Ward................................................................... 34
Maureen Holman. . ........................................................17
Gina Wixom.. ............................................................... 34
Gloria Howell. . .............................................................18
Kim Wolfley. . .............................................................. 35
John Johansen...........................................................18
Michelle Ziel-Dingman................................................ 36
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Fred Ball is the director of the Bingham Academy and Blackfoot Community Learning Charter Center in Blackfoot. Ball has earned his doctorate degree in educational leadership from Idaho State University. Fred has been active in civic affairs and volunteer activities in Bingham County for many years. As an educator he’s been active in bettering the lives of youths and families in Bingham County. Fred is a recognized expert on charter schools and an innovator in education. He’s founded two
schools, with a strong emphasis on personalized instruction for each student. The first school he founded was the kindergarten through eightgrade Blackfoot Charter Community Learning Center. The school has received superior ratings from the Idaho State Board of Education. The second school is Bingham Academy — a high school based in Blackfoot. His nominator said Fred’s commitment to youths and education is refreshing in an era when education is too focused on a one-size fits all approach.
Monica Bitrick is founder and chief executive officer of Bitrick Consulting Group, based in Idaho Falls. Bitrick earned a general business administration and human resource management degree from Boise State University. She is a Square One Networking managing partner and member of the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce, where she was a former board member. She held positions with the national and Southeast Idaho Society for Human Resource Management, and was a Young Professionals Network founding member. Bitrick is a Boise State Athletic Association chapter president, Suicide Prevention Action Network
board member, Idaho Falls Rotary member, a Boise State Alumni Association Bronco Contact and is a Watersprings Christian School parent volunteer. Most recently Bitrick was named Accomplished Under 40 by Idaho Business Review, received the Post Register’s Woman to Know Award and was a Tedx-Ammon speaker. She teaches professionalism to accounting students at Eastern Idaho Technical College each fall, and is a contributor to Bizmojoidaho.com and the Idaho State Journal’s Southeast Idaho Business Journal. Bitrick is the proud wife of a U.S. Air Force veteran and mother of two. She’s overcome numerous challenges in her life and strives to make a positive difference in the lives of those around her. 4
Brunson was named “Favorite Realtor” for the Idaho State Journal’s Reader’s Choice Awards. Through the Realtor Public Relations Committee, Brunson volunteers her time playing bingo with residents at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Pocatello and other care facilities. The committee participates in Secret Santa, purchases school supplies and coats for children in School District 25, and participates in many community 5K fun-run fundraisers throughout the year. Through her career, Brunson aims to grow her company and expand her client base, and help more people buy and sell real estate.
Jennifer Brunson is broker and part owner of Idaho Rocky Mountain Real Estate, a business she opened on her 26th birthday in October 2013 with Wes Leisy and Amanda Hope. Brunson’s mother instilled in her the importance of women being able to financially support themselves and stand on their own two feet. Brunson became a licensed realtor at age 19, and obtained her broker license three years later. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Greater Pocatello Association of Realtors, is chairwoman of the Realtor Public Relations Committee and serves on the Realtor Political Action Committee. InsIde
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Man Tasered after allegedly threatening deputies Suspect pretended to fire at officers, but didn’t have a weapon Power County Sheriff’s Office By DeBBie Bryce said deputies used non-lethal For the Journal weapons to take Christopher AMERICAN FALLS — A Howerton into custody early Pocatello man was Tasered Sunday morning. Howerton, 35, told deputies and taken into custody after what appeared to be a foiled that he had a weapon, and he threatened to shoot them. suicide-by-cop attempt. Morris said at one point, Capt. Jackie Morris with the
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the suspect swung his arm around pretending to fire on the officers, but Howerton did not have a firearm. Deputies Tased Howerton, and he is now facing multiple charges in Power County. The incident began to unfold at 12:30 a.m. on Interstate
86 east of Pocatello Regional onLIne Airport when a Power County deputy attempted to pull over Comment on this story at Howerton because his tail powercountyjournal.com. light was out. Howerton refused to stop embankment and through a and continued westbound on fence. His car then struck a I-86 with the deputy in pursuit. power pole. East of American Falls, Morris said Howerton exHowerton drove his car off ited his vehicle and told the the interstate, down a dirt See Taser, A5
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Although some media reported that the search for a two-year-old boy had been called off on Sunday after search and rescue members weren’t able to find the boy within a twoand-a-half-mile radius of the campground where he went missing, a news release issued by the Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office on Monday indicated that officials are just refocusing their search and investigation at this time. Sheriff’s officials said they were in the process of evaluating the information they Deorr Kunz Jr. had received so far and were trying to determine how to redeploy their assets; however, one group of searchers on horseback was still following up on a lead as of Sunday night. Deorr Kunz went missing while his family was camping near the Timber Creek Reservoir by Leadore on Friday, but based on the information that’s been released, it’s not really clear where he may have gone or what might have happened to him. See Toddler, A2
Body of missing man recovered Only at Blackfoot $7.95/mo. Reservoir By Journal Staff Searchers have located the body of a 64-year-old Blackfoot man who went missing during a boating incident on the Blackfoot Reservoir on Saturday. William Wallace’s body was located near Cinder Island at about 9:30 a.m. William Wallace His family was at the staging area when he was found. Wallace was a local rancher and former partner in C-A-L Ranch Stores, Inc. C-A-L Ranch officials said Monday that Wallace, who retired in recent years, always had a smile on his face and was a great person to work with. “(His death is) a great loss to C-A-L Ranch,” company officials said. Caribou County Sheriff Ric Anderson said the incident was reported at about 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Wallace was on the reservoir in a jet boat along with his wife, 15-year-old granddaughter, and her friend, who is also 15, when the boat became clogged with moss. He entered the water to try and clean the propellers, but Saturday’s storm blew the boat away. The passengers also ended up in the See Wallace, A5
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By KenDra evenSen kevensen@journalnet.com BLACKFOOT — Levi Robinson may not have been able to pass the rigorous physical tests that many firefighters have to go through for their jobs, but he faced another kind of physical test — one that was a lot more difficult to get through and had a much longer timeframe. And the way he endured that test inspired local firefighters enough that they made him an honorary member of the Blackfoot Fire Department and its union. The 24-year-old, who had cerebral palsy, died on Thursday following a year and a half of various medical problems. And his firefighter family rallied to show their support for the brother they said had the heart, if not the physical abilities, of a firefighter. During his funeral service on Monday, they played the bagpipes, served as pallbearers and transported his casket on an old-fashioned fire truck. “He was an amazing person,” said Blackfoot firefighter Tony Catt. “He made every single one of us better people for having had the opportunity to know him.” Initially, the firefighters got to know Robinson while transporting him in an ambulance on numerous occasions. Bryon Howell, a lieutenant with the fire department, said many were impressed by the young man’s positive
“He was an amazing person. He made every single one of us better people for having had the opportunity to know him.” Blackfoot firefighter Tony Catt attitude. “We get to see people at their worst,” he said, “but to see him deal with the trials he had with such a positive attitude helped uplift us and made us feel good.” Catt agrees. Despite the pain he was in and the challenges he faced everyday, Robinson still had a smile on his face and a positive outlook on life, he said. “You couldn’t help but be humbled by that. You look at your own life and (wonder) what can I do better to be a better person,” Catt said. Robinson liked to learn and often read medical journals. He could tell
his doctors what was going on with him, Catt said, and he could tell the firefighters about the equipment inside the ambulance. He was far from a typical patient. “(He was like) another guy in the back of the ambulance doing what we do,” Catt said, adding that he thinks Robinson actually enjoyed riding with them because, in some ways, he felt like he was doing the job. Catt said it takes a special kind personality to be a firefighter and Robinson had all of the characteristics they look for. “The only thing is his body wasn’t able to do that,” Catt said, but he doesn’t doubt Robinson would have done the job if he could have. Some of the firefighters visited Robinson even when they weren’t picking him up to take him somewhere, and they supported his mother, Vera Jo “Shirley” Robinson of Blackfoot, after his death. Shirley Robinson said she is grateful to the firefighters who not only made her son’s world a lot easier, but made him a part of their lives. “I know he was there watching this (funeral today) and I’m sure he was so pleased with what they did. It was above and beyond anything you could have imagined,” she said. “These guys were true brothers and they cared for him (and) he cared for each and every one of them.” See Robinson, A5
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ment to launch an investigation into the incident. Franklin County Sheriff Dave Fryar said the inmates, whose names have not yet been released pending the ongoing investigation, were hand-cuffed, shackled, belly chained and seat belted into the transport van. But at least one of the inmates managed to free himself enough to rummage
through the property of another inmate and found prescription anti-depressants, which the sheriff suspects he shared with at least two other inmates. Fryar said during the court hearing the inmates became docile and sleepy, alerting deputies that something might be wrong. “Since the incident, we’ve evaluated our procedures
and we’re going to be doing things differently,” Fryar said. All three inmates were taken to the Franklin Medical Center where they were evaluated, released and returned to Caribou County jail. Fryar said the investigation into the incident is ongoing and additional charges could be filed against the inmates.
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citizenship and American history, something he is very passionate about. Butler’s work as an engineer is more than just a job to him; it’s a way to express his patriotism and love for his family and others. According to friends, he has always worked to provide the best services to not only the large areas, but the smaller communities in the state, as well. And doing so, he has never compromised quality.
Bob Butler, a licensed engineer at Butler Engineering/Land Surveying, as well as HarperLeavitt Engineering Corp., received his degree at Brigham Young University. Since then, he has settled in Shelley and has become one of the most respected individuals in his field. He has been involved in a number of state projects and has been a consultant for other firms, as well. In addition to his professional position and standing in his field, he is an active member of his community and has served in several leadership councils in his church. He has also taken a major role in educating the public regarding
Jyl Call is not just one of the most trusted and respected dental hygienists in the area, but juggles that position with raising four children (an infant to nine years of age) and her volunteer work with a local Cub Scout pack. The Pocatello native received a bachelor of science degree from Idaho State University in biology in 2005 and another B.S. degree in dental hygiene two years later. She now works at Blackrock Dental on Center Street in Pocatello and is registered with the Idaho State Board of Dentistry and is currently
CPR-certified and WREB-certified in anesthesia and dental hygiene. She has also certified for expanded function by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry. All of this means one thing, Call’s care for her patients is the motivating factor. She treats them all with the utmost respect. According to her husband, Alan, she is hard-working and shows concern for each and every person who comes into the office for treatment. Alan also added that Jyl loves the outdoors, is an avid mountain biker and skier, and most important, the best mother their children could have. 6
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Krystal Chanda, a graduate of Idaho State University, is a principal partner, andlicensed professional engineer with A&E Engineering in Pocatello. She is active in her profession and is currently the president of the Southeast Idaho Engineering Council, and supports professional affiliations statewide. It’s part of her overall commitment to excellence in her chosen field. She is also the recipient of several scholarships while attending school. They include the National Scientific Foundation Engineering and Math Scholarship 2002-07, East Idaho Council on Industry and Energy Scholarship 2004, Bob Thompson Memorial Scholarship 2004-06, and Coral Sales Engineering Scholarship 2003-05. In her spare time, Krystal advocates for those who are victimized by domestic violence and directs Mathcounts, a competition that encourages participation in mathematics activities and careers by inspiring excellence, confidence
and curiosity through fun and challenging math competition. MathCounts is a national concept designed to improve math skills among U.S. students. It focuses on middle school students who are at a crucial stage in developing and sustaining math interest and ability. Each year, dozens of young men and women enjoy this popular day-long competition. Friends say that Krystal is a very passionate, loyal leader and contributor to the local society. She works very hard to defend the rights and safety of those who may not be able to do so themselves. (Very passionate about promoting STEM education and encouraging girls to pursue STEM fields). Krystal received her professional engineering licensure this year and is accelerating through the ranks at her company. She passed the Professional Engineering Board Exam and became a licensed professional engineer in Idaho in December of 2014. She also became a principal partner of A&E Engineering Inc. in April of 2015.
Joe Chapple is a quality and reliability engineer for ON Semiconductor and has been described by friends as one of the hardestworking men in his profession. In addition to his responsibilities at one of the area’s leading power and signal management companies, he is also very active in his community, including devoting his time as a Scoutmaster with the Boy Scouts of America. Co-workers say that while coming across as a “villain,” he is — in reality — one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet who regularly works more than 12 hours a day to get the job done right.
“He’s a great person to work with,” said technician Tyler West. “He might be under a lot of stress and be having a terrible day, but he doesn’t let you know that. He is very good at making everyone feel good and lightening the mood.” West added that the work done at ON is very precise and very intricate, and that Chapple is a total professional. But at the same time, he makes the workplace a very comfortable environment. “We have to put the circuits through a whole lot of stress and testing, but he makes us all very relaxed in our jobs,” he said.
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Periodontist Dr. Michael Cady has a roomful of awards, decorations and degrees, but that adds up to just one thing: he is one of the top professionals in this area and has the utmost care and concern for each and every one of his patients. Cady has worked at Pocatello Periodontics since his graduation from the University of Kansas City (Perio) in 2012. He obtained his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2010, as well as a bachelor’s degree in biology from BYU-Idaho. Since that time, not only has he attained an enviable measure of professional success being affiliated with the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Periodontology and the Academy of LDS Dentists, among others,
but he’s amassed an a lot of volunteer work on his resume. His efforts with Dentistry From the Heart, Dental Life Line, Give Kids a Smile and the Ryan White Dental Clinic, among others, show that service is one of Cady’s watchwords. In addition to all of this, Cady still has time to sponsor the Chubbuck Crush Little League team and coach his daughter’s soccer squad. Associates have said that his goals would include continuing education within his field, providing education to the dental hygiene community and always giving back by volunteering in various ways. His personal philosophy is to consistently strive to obtain his highest potential in personal and career aspirations.
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Amber Davis is the owner of Care Connection of Idaho Home Care. As a single mother of two, she finds numerous opportunities to volunteer, and volunteer with her children. Davis is passionate about mental health and senior care. This year her business was ranked in the top 10 “Best Places to Work in Idaho.” Davis is a member of the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce. Davis was a recipient of the 2015 Southeast
Idaho Business Journal Overachievers Under 40 award, and was a finalist for last year’s Business and Achievement Awards. Davis is a past volunteer coach for Campfire USA, former advancement chairwoman for Grace Lutheran’s Troop 108 Boy Scouts of America and former marketing coordinator for the Hatcher Wheatley Bull Riding Benefit. Davis is a volunteer for the Beat the Odds Bull Riding Benefit, a wish grantor for the MakeA-Wish Foundation-Idaho, and serves on the Leavitt Center Parent Committee. Davis started Socks for Seniors and volunteers filled more than 500 stockings for seniors last Christmas.
Dr. Jacob DeLaRosa is chief of cardiac and endovascular surgery at Idaho State University, and chief of heart surgery at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello. DeLaRosa graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School, served an internship and residency at University of California, San Diego, and served a residency at Emory University. He is board certified in thoracic surgery and surgery specialties. He built Southeast Idaho’s first cardiothoracic and endovascular center at PMC. DeLaRosa takes a modern approach to cardiovascular surgery and has performed thousands of operations, and touched many lives in Pocatello, the region, nationally and internationally, said his nominator.
He also serves as Emery University’s Thoracic Surgical Residency site director. He served on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on the Risk Advisory Committee. He’s received the Idaho State Journal’s Business Person of the Year award. DeLaRosa was also featured in People magazine for charitably performing heart surgery on a Yorkshire terrier. DeLaRosa is considered a teacher, role model, speaker and leader in medicine. He’s written numerous papers for journals and has contributed to about 10 textbooks. He’s the author of “Heart Surgery Game Plan,” bringing attention to heart disease. He holds a number of patents from a surgical knife to the Pee Pocket.
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Carl Durk is a Pocatello businessman and owner of Maple Street Sit N Sleep Furniture in Pocatello. Durk is a member of the National Federation of Independent Businesses and is a national Republican Party supporter. He is also a member of the SouthEastern Idaho Community Action Agency and a member of the National Home Furnishings Association. Durk is a member of the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, the Classy Car Club, Better Business Bureau, and a former Rotary International member. He’s been a strong supporter of youth activities,
supporting events such as rodeo, band and choir. Durk served in the U.S. Navy. His nominator said Durk is a highly respected member of the business community. He’s seen success in his business endeavors, first starting and growing a landscaping business in Las Vegas, before coming to Pocatello. In Pocatello he started and grew the Maple Street Sit N Sleep. Durk shares his knowledge for creating and building financial stability. He’s generous and has touched the lives of many, his nominator said. He’s made contributions to the Idaho Foodbank, animal organizations and other charities.
Barry Finlay is president and an audioprosthologist at Miracle Ear Hearing & Audiology Clinics in Pocatello. Finlay is a American Conference of Audioprosthology board-certified hearing instrument scientist. He serves on the Miracle Ear advisory board to improve the quality of care given. Finlay supports the community through the Miracle-Ear Foundation, which provides hearing aids to those in need. During his time with Miracle Ear, Finlay has received many awards, starting with the Kenneth H. Dahlberg award in 1990 and the Circle
of Merit award in 2002. He has also received 14 platinum club awards. His Pocatello office won the International Charles Holland award in 2014. The Charles Holland award recognizes excellence in care and services offered to customers, a standard to which he has dedicated himself. For the past decade, he’s been involved in the area’s Boy Scouts of America and plans to continue his participation. He aims to provide quality care through his business and serve the community through his involvement. May marked Finlay’s 35th anniversary serving the hearing impaired with his company Optisound Hearing, Inc., dba Miracle-Ear.
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Neil Furniss is the owner and president at Furniss Tax and Accounting in Pocatello, according to his LinkedIn page. He’s been with the company for 36 years. Furniss earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Brigham Young
University in Provo, Utah. He is an IRS Authorized Enrolled Agent, an accredited tax adviser, a certified tax preparer and a Quickbooks Pro adviser. Furniss is a member of the Boy Scouts of America, Grand Teton Council, and a youth leader for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
David Gardner is an attorney and managing partner at Moffatt Thomas Pocatello law office. Gardner earned his bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University, and a juris doctorate from Seattle University School of Law. Gardner is a member of the American Bar Association, the Portneuf American Inn of Court, and the Idaho State Bar, having served as the Worker’s Compensation Section past-chairman and Sixth District Bar Association past-president. He’s been an Idaho state representative for DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar — and is a past state chairman for the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance.
He has admissions to Idaho state and U.S. federal courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, Utah state and federal courts, and U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Garner has received a peer-reviewed rated attorney Martindale Hubbell Award, Super Lawyers, the Idaho State Bar Professionalism Award in 2013 and the Idaho State Bar Denise Day O’Donnell Pro Bono Award in 2011. He’s been a pro bono attorney for court-appointed special advocates and is a former Boy Scouts of America Scoutmaster. Gardner is also an avid triathlete and outdoorsmen, and has completed several Ironman competitions.
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Robbie Garrett is the accreditation coordinator for Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello. She also owns a nurse staffing business for finding available CNAs, LPNs, and RNs. Garrett has earned a bachelors of nursing, is Lean Six Sigma certified and has her master’s degree in nursing management. Garrett wrote the Ebola procedures book for Portneuf Medical Center, which outlines what to do when a patient has Ebola. Garrett was the director of rehab at PMC for a number of years and helps oversee the
medical staff and quality. She’s responsible for writing the credentials for what doctors need to follow during procedures and operations. She served on the auditing board for Idaho State University nursing undergraduates and medical program .She also works on life care plans and has helped several lawyers close cases throughout the last few years. Garrett has two children, two grandchildren and two dogs. She is very crafty, making wreaths, wedding cakes and home decor. She likes to travel anywhere where beaches are the main attraction.
After graduating from the School of Hairstyling and Cosmetology in Chubbuck in 2007, JD Hansen has seen his career in this field go through the roof. As the owner and stylist at J & Co a JD Hansen Salon in Pocatello, which opened just a few months ago, he has seen the new business take off. Hansen is an internationally-trained stylist who specializes in lash and hair extension, chemical services, shellac, pedicures, acrylic, colors and cuts, and head-to-toe waxing, and massage. Originally from Blackfoot, he has made a niche for his services and his new shop is a reflection of that. Before that, he worked at the Strand Sa-
lon and Day Spa, and has brought his expertise to many community events, such as the Art Walk and Muse For Men. Friends describe him as a wonderful person with a natural talent for the job. “I have seen his career progress and I have been just amazed,” said Dee Wilson, a classmate at SHC. “The way he treats customers is the way he treats everyone around him, with caring and respect. I have had occasion to visit his new business and I just love the way I am treated. Very professional and very courteous.” Wilson added that visiting JD’s shop is a really great experience and she likes to frequent the establishment. “I am always greeted very nice and always offered something,” she said. “It’s a wonderful place to be.”
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Sonya Hawley is technically a resident of Shelley, but she should have dual-citizenship since she spends a great deal of her time here in Pocatello. As the Area Retailer Leader for KeyBank, she is responsible for more than 13 locations from Driggs to Twin Falls, the personnel, market share and billing, among other items. “I like to say I’m the head of the bank’s complaint department because that’s what I handle much of the time,” she said with a laugh. “I also feel like I was born here, because I’ve been here for so long.” She started working for KeyBank in 1983.
There are three KeyBank locations in Pocatello, and Hawley has spent an equal amount of time at each, making sure everything runs smoothly. She says she strives to help all of the employees do the best they can and that it’s a philosophy that has worked well. As far as this honor, she admitted she was very shocked by her nomination. “I had no idea about it,” she said. “But I am so proud to have been considered for this by my friends and co-workers. I hope I am the type of leader that does so by example and makes a difference.”
Staci Hernandez is the Prime Time Auction sales auction manager, an auctioneer and realtor in the Pocatello area. Hernandez graduated with a degree in business from Idaho State University. She’s also a graduate of World Wide College of Auctioneering and Certified Auctioneering Institute. She enjoys giving back to the community through service and donations, and wants everyone to be as passionate about the community and the local area as she is. Hernandez is a member of the Greater Pocatello Association of Realtors, Idaho Association of Professional Auctioneers and the National Auctioneers
Association. She is also a member of Gate City Rotary, the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, Pocatello Chiefs, and Leadership Pocatello. Prime Time Auction helps with Bright Tomorrows Child Advocacy Center’s annual fundraising auction. Hernandez has received the 2013 Recipient of the Minnie Howard Award, Chamber of Commerce 2013 Volunteer of the Year Award and Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award. She is the past-president of the Idaho Association of Professional Auctioneers, a graduate of Leadership Pocatello, past-president of the Portneuf Rotary Club of Pocatello and Pocatello Chief in 2014.
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Maureen Holman is a Certified Public Accountant and partner at Jordan and Company in Pocatello. Holman earned her bachelors of science degree in agriculture business. Within the next year she became a CPA. Holman’s professional goal is to provide her clients with the highest quality accounting service, while maintaining a good personal relationship with them. She is a member of the American Institute of CPAs, Pocatello Estate Planning Council — serving as president from 2004-2005 — and chair-elect for the Idaho Society of CPAs.
Holman is also a member of the Pocatello Rotary Club and served on the Board of Directors from 2007-2008. She is a member of Zonta Club of Blackfoot, having served as pastpresident and treasurer. She is a past-board member of Zonta Club of Pocatello and is the District 8 treasurer for Zonta International 2014-2016. The Zonta Club of Pocatello recognized Holman as a Woman of Achievement. Holman says her greatest accomplishment is raising two children who became healthy, happy and productive adults.
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Gloria Howell has been involved in real estate since 1976. She has earned the following designations to better assist her buyers and sellers: SRES, Green, ABR, CRS, e-Pro, GRl, PMN, and her real estate broker’s license. In this endeavor, she has selected a team consisting of Janet Riter and Casey Grover, and maintains that each member gives everyone their best effort. “They strive to offer the most superb real estate experience to each of their clients whom they consider family,” she said. Throughout the years, Gloria has assisted the Idaho State Civic Symphony by selling tickets, raising funds, and supporting concerts. She is also an ISU graduate and loves to contribute to I Love lSU Academic Hon-
ors Tea and the Jensen Grand Concert Hall. Support for the animals is another passion of hers. She has been involved with the Pocatello and Chubbuck Animal Shelters and the Pocatello Zoo. She also contributes blood to Red Cross and loves to help the local Idaho FoodBank. Gloria served as Pocatello Rotary Club’s first female president in 20002001. Her real estate success has allowed her to give back to her community, which makes her very happy. She is appreciative of being nominated for this honor and is most grateful for the support she has received from her clients, lenders, other agents, title companies, vendors, insurance agents, her broker, her team and her family.
As the owner of the 19th Hole Gas and Convenience Store on South Bannock Highway, John Johansen sees hundreds of people during the course of a normal day. Some of these are just passing through, but many others are loyal customers who have been trading at this venue for many years. A proud member of the Builders Contractor Association of Southeast Idaho, Johansen has not only been an exemplary member of his profession, but has helped the community in many ways. His involvement with Toys For Tots has been well noted. But he also aids Coats For Kids, assisting in the collection of more than 200 coats
for children who otherwise might not be able to have them for the cold winter months. In addition, he supports several local girls softball and soccer teams, and participates in parades and other area functions. Through his business, he is affiliated with Coremark, Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Budweiser, Advantage Plus Credit Union, Harper’s Bread, Coors, WinCo, the Idaho Lottery, Gem State Paper, Powers Candy and many other entities. According to wife, Jami, John is always lending a hand and helping his community. “Whether it’s pumping gas for a customer or changing a tire for someone, John is always willing to help,” she said.
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As one of the senior engineers at ON Semiconductor since 1985, Stan Latimer has seen a lot of things come and go. He has also watched as the technology of computer circuits has grown smaller and smaller, while the capacity has grown to amazing proportions. “My job has been very challenging over the years, but we have designed some interesting circuitry for automobile and computers,” he said. A graduate of Idaho State University with an engineering degree, Latimer is naturally proud of his career direction. But he is more happy with his wife, Jill, and their five children, one of whom is a doctor and another who recently graduated from law school. Another is studying to become a pilot.
He also loves his community. “I went to college here and worked here, so I thought it made sense to stay here,” he laughed. He is also very much involved with the Pocatello Lacrosse organization. “We are growing,” he said. “We have a lot more board members and I believe we are beginning to really take off. Idaho Lacrosse is also helping us a lot.” Lacrosse is the national sport of Canada (not hockey, as many might think) and was the sport that gave NFL Hall of Famer Jim Brown his scholarship at Syracuse University. Here in Pocatello, the sport is catching on as a fun combination of hockey, soccer and polo.
Ginette Manwaring is a certified public accountant for GinFin, PLLC, in Blackfoot. Manwaring earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting, and her CPA certification. She is a member of the Idaho Society of CPAs and former treasurer and chief financial officer for the city of Blackfoot. Manwaring is a member of the Blackfoot Community Center, treasurer of the Blackfoot Urban Renewal Agency, board member of the Idaho Potato Museum, board member and officer of the Eastern Idaho Development Corporation, and Region 6 chairperson of the Idaho State
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Committee. She has been presented the President’s Volunteerism award and Rising Star award for her work with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, supporting the brave men and women who serve in our nation’s military. Manwaring has worked and served the Southeast Idaho community for several years. Her nominator said she is an ethical person with a strong commitment to professional excellence, staying current with business accounting, financial, management consulting and current tax law.
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Mikkel McBride is the business development officer at Idaho Central Credit Union. McBride is a member of the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, a Pocatello Sports Committee board member and serves on the Welcome Back Orange and Black Committee. McBride is dynamic and outgoing. Her personality and drive to work hard allows her to interact with a diverse group of people with ease, have fun and get work done. McBride’s nominator said she takes her job seriously and is a supportive team member, as well as involved in many community events. “It’s not even uncommon to see her at several
events in the same day,” her nominator said. “She always brings the fun and energy wherever she goes.” McBride has supported many youth sporting activities through the years by coaching, pitching, and cheering on the children in baseball, basketball, soccer and football. She believes in teaching young people about their finances. She has taught many financial education classes at ISU and Yes Camp, a Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency program in Pocatello and Blackfoot. A former Idaho State Journal employee, McBride received the Journal’s Employee of the Year Award.
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Dr. Drew McRoberts is the trauma director at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello. Dr. McRoberts graduated from the University of Washington School of Medicine, and has board certifications in general surgery and thoracic surgery. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. McRoberts is the Region 6 Time Sensitive Emergencies Committee chairman. McRoberts has received numerous professional commendations and awards, including the Idaho Hospital Association Award for Meritorious Service, Portneuf Medical Center Physician of the Year in 2006 and Idaho Medical Group
Management Association Physician Leader of the Year in 2013. He is committed to enhancing health care in eastern Idaho. He has hand-picked some of the best general surgeons to provide outstanding surgical expertise for the region. He also reaches out to hospitals in surrounding rural communities to make sure they can offer the best possible care at their locations before a patient is sent to PMC. He is a second-generation surgeon serving eastern Idaho. His father was a surgeon in Pocatello. His nominator said McRoberts enjoys being outside and spending time with his daughters.
Shaun Menchaca is the president and chief executive officer for the Portneuf Health Trust in Pocatello. He is a graduate of Boise State University, earning his undergraduate degree in finance and management information systems, and his master’s degree in health services leadership/administration. Menchaca serves in a variety of capacities. Some of his current positions are as chairman for the Grace High School Planning Committee, board member of Portneuf Quality Alliance and board member of Portneuf Doctors Clinic. He is a member of the Association for Health-
care Philanthropy and is a past member of the American College of Health Care Executives. He’s held positions on a variety of boards, councils and committees. In the community, Menchaca is a Pocatello Rotary Club member and a member of the Southwest Estate Planning Council. He’s volunteered his time for a number of community activities, events and fundraisers, from the Festival of Trees, to fun runs and tournaments. He was presented an Overachivers Under 40 award by the Idaho State Journal in 2006, and received an Accomplished Under 40 award from the Idaho Business Review in 2002.
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Aaron Moore, an agent for State Farm Insurance in Pocatello, has more than 10 years experience in that field, but he is about than just home, auto, health and renter’s coverage, and retirement income. A graduate of Idaho State University, he is also the father of three children, a Pocatello native. He is also a Signature Circle Qualifier, State Farm Select Agent and was voted the No. 2 insurance agent in the 2014 Idaho State Journal Reader’s Choice Awards. State Farm is one of the country’s leading insurance agencies, serving millions of customers, but Moore has translated that success to a very personal and down-to-earth service. One of his customers, Kristen Starr, was so impressed with his service, she nominated him for this honor.
“He is very personable and funny,” she said. “Aaron goes out of his way to be professional, but also to make people so comfortable. He always seems so happy that it’s contagious.” Starr has also seen Moore outside of that office and describes him as a “great” family man. “He is very family-oriented and a very good person,” she said “He has always been a active member of his (church) ward. He also participates in youth programs and in many other community activities.” Moore’s personal philosophy: “Our office mission is to provide a friendly and professional environment to help ensure that customers feel confident enough in our team to help them with their individual insurance and financial needs.”
Jerry Myers, a principal partner at Myers Anderson Architects, has been nominated for the Idaho State Journal’s Person of the Year honors. Myers has been at this position since 1985. Prior to becoming a principal in MAA, he worked with numerous architectural and engineering firms. This exposure has provided a well-rounded understanding of architectural and engineering principles. According to the company’s website: “Through this broad experience and through a wide variety of projects, Myers has developed a keen ability to ‘see the big picture’ and is able to coordinate teams of individuals in an effort to best serve our clients and their projects. This experience has created a strong sense of design, attention to details and client satisfaction.” Myers has a extensive experience with a variety of project types. These projects include historic preservation, commercial, institutional, educational, recreational, industrial and master planning. This overall exposure
has given Mr. Myers a unique ability to look at all aspects of a project from conception to completion, bringing the necessary expertise to the team and coordinating the parties involved, to bring a realistic focus to the goals of the project. He is also a member of the American Institute of Architects, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It’s not just his job that he excels at, however. He is also an active member of his community, including being a member of the Bannock County/City of Pocatello Comprehensive Planning Task Force, director of the Old Town Pocatello Board of Directors (past chair), commissioner of the Historic Preservation Commission, City of Pocatello (past chair), advisor emeritus of the Board of Advisors, National Trust for Historic Preservation (past Western Region chair) and past president of the Gate City Rotary Club.
Matt Olsen is the director of the Bannock County Juvenile Probation Department. In this capacity, he is responsible for supervising a staff of dedicated probation and truancy officers, as well as a hard-working staff. He also oversees the Youth Court and other functions of the department. But his job is also about prevention; keeping young men and women from ending up in a more restrictive environment. For instance, the “Constructing A Future” program is designed to aid juveniles on probation in the development of construction-related skills and train them for future employment by teaching them responsibility, while laboring in a goal-oriented environment. “Constructing A Future” also enables program employees to pay off restitution and court fees. All income earned by “Constructing A Future” employees goes directly toward these debts. Those who com-
plete the program are at an advantage because they acquire valuable skills that will benefit them throughout their working life and they are able to repay the community financially in a timely manner. It’s programs like this that make Olsen’s job a satisfying endeavor. As a member of the adjunct facility at ISU, president of the Idaho Association of Juvenile Justice Professionals and chair of the Idaho Suicide Prevention’s regional committee, among other affiliations, he has made Pocatello one of the top departments in the state. This has led to solving more juvenile and family problems, saving the state millions of dollars and the introduction of several new and innovative programs. His personal and professional philosophy consists of helping to heal the harm that juvenile crime causes individuals and the community, as well as preventing future crime and preparing youngsters to be healthy and productive adults. 26
Nathan Olsen is a law partner at Petersen, Moss, Hall & Olsen in Idaho Falls. The Idaho Falls native earned his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University and his juris doctorate from George Mason University of Law. Olsen is a member of the Idaho Bar Association and the Virginia State Bar Association. He is a founding member of the Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition and the Eastern Idaho Apartment Association. He serves on the Development Workshop Foundation, Inc. board of directors, and is a former board member for the Idaho Falls Salvation Army. Olsen earned his Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts of America.
His nominator said Olsen sets an example for other members of his profession. To promote justice, Olsen often takes pro bono cases and cases on reduced fee arraignments. Olsen was formerly with Beard, St. Clair, Gaffney PA., and he served in various positions for Idaho members of the U.S. Congress. Olsen represents numerous clients including businesses, trade associations and individuals in matters throughout Eastern Idaho, including Bannock, Bingham, and Bonneville counties. He is well respected by his colleagues and the judiciary not only for his diligence and knowledge of the law, but also his high ethical standards.
try since taking the helm in 2007, while the Pocatello institution was also earning statewide honors as an outKent Oram, the CEO of Idaho Central Credit Union since standing workplace — a designation it continues to hold 2007, has a wealth of financial and business experience on to this day. his resume. This has not only translated to personal and In November of 2014 Oram was inducted into the professional success, but to an entity that is growing into CUES Hall of Fame. The CUES board of directors chose one of the top banking institutions in the state. Oram and three other leaders across the country to honor Oram is a graduate of Ricks College in Rexburg in this year. Recipients were chosen for their contributions 1977 and Idaho State University in 1983. He also has de- to their profession and the industry; involvement in grees and certifications from Western CUNA Manage- community service; and education and history of selfment School, the Credit Union Executive Society Man- improvement. agement Institute and its CEO program. In 2013, the CEO Oram has been married to wife Dawnette for more than of the $1.4 billion institution, was named the institute’s 33 years, belongs to several local volunteer and civic assoOutstanding Chief Executive and was honored with a cer- ciations and is a passionate individual who loves his family emony in San Diego. and career. According to friends, he believes that the key to He was recognized because he has led his credit union a successful organization is employee engagement and he to achieving some of the fastest growth rates in the coun- hopes to build ICCU into a world class culture. 27
Bryan Phinney is one of the brightest stars at Keller Associates, where he serves as a project manager and supports water resource projects company-wide. Raised on a farm and ranch in central Wyoming, he became intrigued with hydraulics working with inverted siphon tubes, irrigation ditch flow and an old engine drive irrigation pump. Phinney went on to complete both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering at the University of Wyoming, graduating as a member of the engineering honorary Tau Beta Pi. His thesis focused on the treatment of surface water for potable use. With roots and family in Wyoming, he leads various project teams in this region. Upon his graduation in 1996, he began his career in Denver with a consulting firm specializing in water and wastewater studies, design, and construction. Longing for the open space of the rural west, he joined Keller Associ-
ates in 2001 after three years in Denver. According to the Keller Associates website, Phinney is a strong advocate for his clients – helping to secure project funding, reporting to boards, councils, and commissions, and going beyond the typical role of a technical engineer. “Through his advocacy and support for technology, he provides a voice for clients through his affiliation and involvement with industry organizations such as the American Water Works Association at a regional and national level,” his biography states. His personal philosophy is to do what is right, even when no one is looking. He also believes one should be true to themselves and give back to their community. This is a lifestyle he has developed in his many years with 4-H as well as other programs.
As the director of business operations of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25, Bart Reed has had to endure the slings and arrows of reaction to many of his decisions over the years. From angry citizens to disgruntled staff and administrators, he has probably seen it all before. “He has been working for the school district for more than 25 years and 20 of those in a position of leadership and authority,” said friend Tom Gwinn, who was also a classmate of Reed’s at Pocatello High School. “Because he has had to deal with budgets, salary and other financial issues, he has endured some very negative comments about him. I am impressed that he has thick enough skin not to be offended by those comments.” Gwinn added that he has also found Reed to be a person of the utmost integrity and honesty and of the highest character. “When he says something, you know he means it. He is also hard-working and enterprising.”
Under Reed’s tenure, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is the only district in Idaho to receive financial awards and has done so for the past 24 consecutive years. It also utilized current school plant-facilities funds by planning in advance for renovation of Alameda Middle School and purchase and construction of New Horizon Center. This was done without having to pass a new bond. In addition, Reed also helped launch the BUGS (Bringing Up Grades) program in elementary schools 14 years ago, which recognizes children for educational improvement by rewarding them with a night at Reed’s Gym at ISU where they can play tennis, racquetball, swim, play basketball and use the rock climbing wall. In addition to his professional duties, Reed has raised five children and continues to be active in the local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as other community activities. His personal philosophy is to make a difference in the lives of children and be an example with reverence and respect.
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Dr. Stelzer will be joining the Pocatello Children’s Clinic in October 2015. He is a board certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Stelzer attended medical school at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri. His pediatric internship and residency were completed at the University of Utah. For the past 13 years, he has been practicing general pediatrics in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He provides care for all children from birth through adolescence for health supervision visits as well as acute and chronic illness, both in and out of the hospital. In his free time, Dr. Stelzer most enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, particularly while camping, hiking and biking.
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There’s a stereotype that skater boys are all about the boards, stay in their own little worlds and have no interest in helping others. Well, Joel Reep, is doing everything he can to dispel those ideas. Reep graduated from Idaho Falls High School in 2005, and received his B.A. degree in American studies at Idaho State University in 2012. Since then, he has found a rewarding career as a support trainer and caregiver to people with disabilities and a youth instructor at the Deckadence Skateboard Shop in Pocatello. Recently, he also was the main instructor at the venue’s annual youth skate summer camp and has been described as one of the best riders and teachers in the area. According to his family, Reep dedicates time and energy to the care of people with disabilities entrusted to his care. They add that he is respectful of their needs and individual traits and talents.
John Regetz is the current chief executive officer at the Bannock Development Corporation, a post he was appointed to in 2012. In this position, he brings 25 years of economic development experience. He came to Bannock Development from Michigan City, Ind. where he has worked as Executive Director of Michigan City Economic Development Corporation and Co-Director for the La Porte County Economic Development Alliance. Regetz previously worked in economic development management positions in Urbana, Ill.; Chippewa Falls, Wis.; Pierre, S. D.; and Miller, S. D. He and wife, Sue, have also served in many leadership positions in the communities in which they have lived. They are also avid hunters and enjoy fly fishing, skiing and snow-shoeing. Over the years, Regetz served on a variety of boards, such as the Wisconsin Technology Council, the South Dakota Discovery Center and Aquarium, Momentum Chippewa Valley,
“He has developed lasting relationships and enriches the lives of those with whom he works,” said his mother, Beth Eloe. “Keeping the sites staffed 24 hours a day involves scheduling and juggling, which causes Joel to often work long and unusual hours. I feel his dedication and work should be rewarded.” Others say that Reep lives a life that shows his philosophy of respect for all individuals and believes that those with disabilities are equal members of society. Reep and wife Tristan also started a business, Reep’s Reptiles, which keeps, breeds, observes and interacts with reptiles and amphibians. Their focus is on the rarer and more aesthetically-beautiful animals giving them the motto of “colorful captive-bred creations.” Their hope is that animals from their breeding stock can be used in personal collections, schools and zoos for education and good, old-fashioned viewing pleasure.
the Northwest Indiana Forum, and the Regional Development Company. He has been active in numerous community activities and organizations. He is a graduate of the State University of New York and continues to stay current in his field through professional development coursework and seminars. As director of the BDC, Regetz’s main responsibility is to recruit new businesses to the area, retaining and encouraging the expansion of existing companies and developing the workforce of the Pocatello-Chubbuck community. He is also a member of the Greater Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, the Idaho Economic Development Association and the Eastern Idaho Development Partnership, among other organizations. In his three years on the job, he has helped lead several major businesses and/or expansions to this area, including Amy’s Kitchen, Western States Caterpillar and Great Western Malting. During his tenure, he has also seen such entities as All-State, ATCO Structures and the RISE Complex increase their employee rosters.
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Dave Reichelt is an independent insurance agent and owner of the Nationwide Insurance agency in Pocatello. Dave graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communication. He is a District 5 athletics official and sports announcer. He is an elder at Grace Lutheran Church, and believes God puts us on earth to do good and help others. In his work, Dave gets to help protect the things that matter most to people for a living. “If I can do this and be a positive role model and Christian in the process, I’ve achieved my goal,” he said. Dave serves on the American Legion Base-
ball board of directors and Pocatello Basketball board. He has been a football and basketball official for a number of youth leagues. Dave has received a number of awards and honors including Voice of the Bengals, Voice of Pocatello Indians and was sent to Nationwide Insurance Life University. Significant personal and professional accomplishments include building his own insurance agency from scratch, with no prior insurance experience. And he’s been a lay assistant for the past 15 years, serving as a worship leader for four different Lutheran congregations.
CONGRATULATIONS TO MOLLY SWALLOW! For being nominated as one of the Idaho State Journal’s Professionals of the Year!
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As the owner of Pocatello Nissan Kia, Chris Russell is a busy man. But that does not prevent him from being as hands on as possible. Russell has owned and operated Pocatello Nissan Kia since 2013. According to co-workers, Chris is at the office as much as possible to make sure everyone is being taken care of. “He oversees the day to day operations,” said Justin Romriell, a salesman at the dealership. “I think he is a great boss and a great leader in our community.” Russell has raised money for many local organizations through donations, sponsorships and other charity events. Russell enjoys sponsoring Primary Children’s
Hospital, the Humane Society and is the title sponsor for Riverfest. Recently Pocatello Nissan Kia had a “Teacher Feature” promotion to recognize the jobs our teachers do and sent a deserving teacher on a dream cruise to Mexico. Russell just recently kicked off a “Thank A Cop” promotion to recognize what the men and women in blue do for the community. He will also be sending a deserving police officer on a dream vacation. Additionally Russell sponsors the Make-A-Wish Foundation and is a member of the foundation. Through the Chamber he annually sponsors the Minnie Howard Award. You can see why Russell has coined the phrase, “You are not living unless you are giving.”
Right now life may be quite calm for Molly Swallow, a commercial loan officer and branch manager at D.L. Evans Bank in Pocatello, but soon things may get a little crazy. Swallow is the incoming president of Leadership Pocatello-Chubbuck, a civic-minded organization. Leadership Pocatello-Chubbuck is a program sponsored by the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce. The program consists of one year of training followed by the “diplomat” year. The Leadership Pocatello-Chubbuck Alumni Association (LPCAA) Board of Directors are responsible for the program/curriculum, participant selection, project selection, oversight of public relations and finance. As a committee of the chamber the LPCAA Board is governed by a set of bylaws and guidelines with the purpose of initiating and maintaining positive action-oriented leadership. As president, Swallow, a graduate of Blackfoot High School, is going to find her term very busy, indeed, but for
those who know her, their confidence in her abilities is wellfounded. She sits as the main leader in the Pocatello Chamber of Commerce Champions Committee and is also on the board of the Biggest Show in Idaho. As for her profession, she has been involved in banking and financing for more than 15 years. As a commercial loan officer, her primary focus is to assist businesses with any commercial lending and depository accounts. In addition, she listens to clients’ needs and collaborates financial strategies. Lending options include NORE properties, SBA lending, equipment financing, real estate refinances and purchase and lines of credit. “Molly is one of the hardest working individuals I have ever had the pleasure of working with, said executive director Samantha Damron. “She is focused and driven to succeed while always putting the well being of her clients as her top priority. She is a true professional.”
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Ron Ward is the owner of Rug Rat Flooring America in Chubbuck. Ward graduated from Pocatello High School in 1972 and attended Idaho State University for one year before enrolling in a 4-year apprenticeship in the flooring industry. He’s been in the flooring industry since he was 17 years old. Ward worked to found and own his own store and opened Rug Rat Flooring in 1999. He has many connections in the flooring industry across the country and is a stockholder in CCA Global’s Flooring America franchise. His nominator said Ward is humble and hard working, ensuring everything runs smoothly. He
has years of experience and serves those around him Ward has been a Boy Scouts of America leader for more than 22 years, and received the district Award of Merit. Ward started working with the area’s young adult singles in 2006. He spends about 12-20 hours a week helping them organize activities and attends those activities with his wife, Malinda. He is a father of two. He and his wife are celebrating 41 years of marriage this July. His nominator said Ward is pretty laid back, is quiet and always thinking. He also enjoys being with family.
Gina Wixom is an insurance agent with Farmers Insurance-Wixom Agency in Blackfoot. Wixom graduated from Blackfoot High School and has earned positions with Farmers Insurance as a licensed property & casualty insurance agent and a licensed life & health insurance agent, as well as Series 6 and 63 licensed registered representative with Farmers Solutions, LLC. She is a Farmers Insurance agent licensed in auto, home, commercial, Worker’s Compensation, life, and financial services. Wixom is a member of the Blackfoot Chamber of Commerce and the Blackfoot Soroptimist Club. She’s qualified numerous times for Farmers
Insurance Achievement Club’s Troopers Clubs award, and has twice earned the Eastern Idaho Agent of the Year for Farmers Insurance District 47. Wixom and her husband, Doni Wixom, own a third generation Farmers Insurance agency. Her nominator said Wixom truly stands out in her field because she cares about her clients. One of Wixom’s notable personal and professional accomplishments was supporting a local teacher, Melissa Hunter, by getting votes to win $100,000 through the Farmers Insurance Corporation “Thank a Million Teachers Dream Big Challenge.” 34
Kim Wolfley is the owner and broker of Idaho Western Realty. She’s been with the Blackfootbased company since the late 1970s. Wolfley earned her associate’s degree in business from Brigham Young University. She’s a member of the Blackfoot Realtor’s Association and a founding member Bingham County Property Owners Association, which advocates for the interests of property owners within the county. Her nominator said Wolfley has a strong reputation and is seen as a trusted adviser, colleague and professional Wolfley is a realtor who works hard to pro-
mote Blackfoot and Bingham County to those who are considering moving to the area. She’s an active member of the Greater Blackfoot Association of Realtors which helps support economic development in Bingham County. Additionally, Wolfley is active in several charitable and church-related activities which better the lives of many in Bingham County. Wolfley’s nominator said she’s a highly sought after volunteer because she is a woman of her word and a person of action.
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Michelle Ziel-Dingman is the chief executive officer and owner of Artcore Visual Studio in Idaho Falls. Ziel-Dingman earned a bachelor of science in advertising with an emphasis in marketing from the University of Idaho. In recent years, she served on the Eastern Idaho Technical College board of directors and the as the EITC Foundation’s executive director. She was director of marketing and communications on the Idaho Falls Advertising Federation board of directors. As a member of the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors she currently serves as chairwoman and is past vice-chairperson of Programs & Events.
Ziel-Dingman is the founder of Square One Networking and is a member of the Mayor’s Scholarship Fund Committee. She’s volunteers her time and talents to support the business community, education and youth sport actives. Ziel-Dingman was an Idaho Business Review “Woman of the Year” nominee in 2009 and 2012. She was an Accomplished Under 40 recipient from the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce and a Small Business Development Center Aspen Award recipient. One of her personal and professional accomplishments was founding the Dancing with the Idaho Falls Stars, a fundraising event for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.
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