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Table of Contents Adrian Bybee.......................................3 Amber Davis.......................................4 Amy Tovey...........................................4 Avery Kitchens....................................5 Bethany Shultz Hurst.........................5 Brandi & Brian Christensen..............6 Brandon Mickelsen............................6 Britt Dickman.....................................7 Brittney Carter....................................8 Brooke Colling....................................8 Camille Marchand..............................9 Chase Morgan.....................................9 Corey Dahle......................................10 Corey Rasmussen.............................10 Diantha Smith...................................11 Elaine Foster......................................12 Erica Percy.........................................12 Gabe Allen.........................................13 Jared Huckstep..................................13 Jared McKee......................................14 Jason Byrd..........................................14 JD Hansen.........................................15 Jim Burdick.......................................16
John Eckert........................................16 Jon Armstrong..................................17 Josiah Dahlstrom..............................17 Karen Hartman.................................18 Kim Hickey.......................................18 Kory Price..........................................20 Lucille Schilling................................20 Michael Johnson...............................21 Nick Sorrell........................................21 Robbi Kiernes....................................22 Robert Lion.......................................22 Scott Nelson......................................23 Scott Redding....................................24 Shane Gleason...................................24 Stefanee Welker.................................25 Stefanie Plato.....................................25 Suzanne Riley....................................27 Tiffany Bowman...............................27 Tyson Daniels....................................28 Tyson Kent.........................................29 Vanessa Ballam ................................29 Zack Heern........................................30
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Adrian Bybee 20 Und40er
When others say a task is too hard, Adrian Bybee says, “Watch me do it.” His can-do attitude has helped this 33 year old build a successful career in the southeast Idaho insurance industry. Adrian is the owner of The Bybee Agency/American National Insurance. As a
the football field. Adrian went to USU on a fullride football scholarship and earned several other local and regional scholarships while there. He was also a Whitesides Scholar Athlete from 2007-2010. Today, Adrian remains fascinated by economics, financial news and business ownership. The Pocatello native often takes his expertise and drive to achieve into the community he loves as a volunteer for a multitude of different organizations. He is a facilitator for the Pocatello/ Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, a Rotary
graduate of Utah State University, Adrian holds two bachelor’s degrees one in Business Administration and another in Economics. Alongside these degrees he earned a minor in Personal Financial Planning. His drive for success was evident not only in the classroom but also on
Liaison for the Highland High School Interact Club, a Rotary member, actively volunteers as a mentor for the Boy Scouts of America and coaches Little League Football. Adrian is professionally affiliated with the NAIFA, the NFIB, the Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce and is a member of Pocatello Chiefs. At home Adrian is completely outnumbered by his wife and three daughters, but, he says “I love it.” Being active, meeting new people and spending time with family is very important to Adrian.
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Amber Davis
Amber Davis has spent at least 15 years centering her professional and personal life around caring for others. As the owner and director of Care Connection of Idaho, Davis orchestrates in-home compassionate and professional care that improves
single mother. In addition to her professional work, Davis started Socks for Seniors - filling hundreds of Christmas stockings for area seniors who feel the sting of loneliness during the holidays. Davis is also affiliated with Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, the National Care Planning Council, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Bannock Civitans, Idaho Health & Welfare Support Broker, and is a wish granter for Make-A-Wish Foundation of Idaho. She has also done work for Camp Fire U.S.A., the Boy Scouts of America, and supported
quality of life and promotes the physical, mental and emotional well-being of southeastern Idaho’s elderly. “Amber’s commitment to her clients, employees, family, and the community is never tiring,” said her nominator. “She is always positive and thinks of ways to continually improve. With this attitude her business is growing.” Davis, 34, started Care Connection of Idaho in June 2013 while balancing the demands of being a
Amy Tovey
Amy Tovey is the woman who does it all. At 39, she is the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of Health West. However, few people know that she also owns and operates Just Relevé, a dance/ballet/active wear shop in Pocatello. According to her nomi-
nator, there are few things that thrill Amy more than helping a young dancer find their first pair of perfect point shoes. Amy earned a bachelor’s degree from Idaho State University in health care administration. After completing her education, Amy took a job as the operations director for Intermountain Medical Clinic in Pocatello where she worked for
almost a decade. He career then took her to Idaho Falls where she became an administrator for HCA Physician Services - a job she kept until 2015 when she joined Health West. As the owner of Just Relevé, Amy finds joy in helping others discover dance. According to her nominator, she runs the shop because of her love of dance and for the opportunity to provide excellent customer service to many local area dancers. Amy’s other recognitions include being listed as a “Woman to Know” in the Idaho 4
the Southeast Idaho Youth Football League. Davis was honored in 2015 with an award for the Top 10 Best places to work in Idaho (Micro Employers category) and she was a finalist in 2014 for the 15th Annual Business & Achievement Award. Davis has also been involved in the Idaho State University Homecoming Parade, the Old Town Pocatello Night Lights Parade, the Pocatello/ Chubbuck School District 25 Festival of Trees, the Hatcher Wheatley Bull Riding Benefit and the Beat the Odds Bull Riding Benefit.
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Falls Post Register in 2014. However, her greatest accomplishment is balancing both professional responsibilities and those of her family, and putting in the immense amount of work that it takes to do both very well. According to her nominator, her three daughters are straight-A students, her home life is warm and inviting, she loves mowing the lawn, enjoys camping and traveling with her family, and she makes fantastic red sauce and candy caramels.
Avery Kitchens
Avery Kitchens, 37, is the pastor of The Lighthouse Church and also leads the JNL Family Crisis Center. Through both organizations, Avery betters the lives of everyone he comes in contact with. The Pocatello pas-
bus that could transport youngsters to and from Sunday School classes at The Lighthouse Church. Avery started the JNL Family Crisis Center in the fall of 2015. According to the organization’s Facebook page, the crisis center’s mission is to “be a beacon of hope in the communities we serve, reaching to inspire change in the midst of life’s storms and struggles.” According to his nominator Avery is “constantly striving to help someone out. (He) is a great com-
tor is the force behind a Thanksgiving food drive that helped 500 needy families have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in 2016. Avery also helped organize a barbecue fundraiser last year. The proceeds raised money to provide a
munity asset and shows what it takes to be an outstanding citizen by example.” Avery is also affiliated with the Association of Bible Churches.
Bethany Shultz Hurst
When Bethany Shultz Hurst steps into the classroom at Idaho State University, she is both a teacher and a writer. “Whether I’m teaching creative writing or composition, I seek to position myself in the classroom as a fellow writer,” Bethany said. “I experience the
same writing struggles, challenges, and triumphs as my students.” Although her humility keeps her always learning, Bethany has a long list of publications and accolades because of her dedication to the craft of writing. Bethany earned her bachelor’s degree in english from Colorado State University where she graduated with honors. She then earned a MFA in
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creative writing and poetry from Eastern Washington University. Though well-educated in all types of writing, her passion is for poetry. She is the recipient of many awards for her work, including some of the top recognitions possible in the field of poetry. Her work was selected for inclusion in The Best American Poetry (2015). Her manuscript “Miss Lost Nation” won the national Robert Dana-Anhinga Poetry Prize in 2014. With this award comes publication of the book and a series of readings featur-
ing the author. She was a finalist for the Erskine J. Poetry Prize as well as the Kate Tufts Discovery Award in 2016. Her poetry is influenced by her lifetime in the American West and her engagement with issues of gender and parenting. While an accomplished poet, Bethany is also an extraordinary teacher. She has been recognized within ISU as a Master Researcher (2015), a distinguished teacher (2008) and with the university’s outstanding service award in 2011.
Brandi & Brian 20 Und40er Christensen
Brian and Brandi Christensen are the owners of the Pita Pit on East Center Street. For many years, the couple has used their business to give back to the community. The Christensens make a point of hiring high school students who
also constantly put the needs of their employees and the community before their own. The homeless and hungry in Pocatello are frequent beneficiaries of the Christensens compassion. Both put in community service hours at the Idaho Food Bank and they donate food to the Salvation Army. In addition, they sponsor a family each Christmas, bringing holiday cheer to those who are less fortunate. Through their business, the Christensens
are looking for job experience - providing the mentorship and learning opportunities they will need to succeed in future careers. They believe that a great team makes a great business and community. The Christensens
also created the “Pay it Forward” program at their restaurant. Through the program, customers can purchase a small meal for a hungry person in need. Customers can even attach a small note of encouragement for the recipient and post it on the store’s wall. “I think it’s our responsibility as a community to help people who are hungry and cold,”Brandi said. “It is definitely our responsibility to take care of that.”
Brandon Mickelsen
There are few people as dedicated to and passionate about family medicine as Dr. Brandon Mickelsen. The Idaho native is the director of Idaho State University’s Family Medicine residency program. In this capacity, he leads 21 new doctors through training that will make them world-class fam-
ily physicians. Many of these doctors remain in Idaho, taking the fire that Dr. Mickelsen has instilled in them and compassionately serving the state’s rural and underserved communities. Dr. Mickelsen’s unstoppable work ethic also benefits his own patients. He is a family physician at Intermountain Medical Clinic, Medical Director of One Source, as well as a medical staff member and CME chair at Portneuf Medical Center. He is also the speaker of the
house and a board member for the Idaho Medical Association. Since 2010, Dr. Mickelsen has also served as the president of the Southeast Idaho Medical Society. Among a long list of professional affiliations, he is also involved with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the Society for Teachers of Family Medicine, the Association for Family Medicine Residency Directors, and the University of Washington Department of Family Medicine. His formal education began at Idaho State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in 2002. 6
He then attended the University of New England where he became a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his family medicine residency at Idaho State University the same program that he now leads as director. His residents honored him in 2009 with the Resident Teaching Award. He was also the programs preceptor of the year in 2011 and 2013. According to his nominator, “His dedication to medicine, educating others, and his active involvement in the community is what truly makes him stand out as a physician, mentor, coworker, boss and friend.”
Britt Dickman and her work ethic is unparalleled. … The knowledge and skills she exhibits are far superior to those of the typical young athletic trainer.” In her professional roles, Britt works tirelessly to help strengthen her student-athletes through the design and implementation of rigorous and comprehensive injury prevention programs. According to her nominator, “The compassion she displays for her student athletes promote an environment of mutual trust.” Britt can also be found providing free medical care to athletes at numerous other sporting events, includ-
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ing Southeast Idaho Youth Football, Simplot Games, Idaho High School Rodeo Finals, Idaho Junior High School Rodeo Finals, PVSC Soccer, American Legion Baseball, Idaho High School State Cross Country Championships, Spinderella, SD25 Junior High City Track, and the Bengal Triathlon. Although she points to many mentors as the force behind her success, Britt’s greatest influence is, by far, her father. “He has showed me and taught me the value of hard work,” Britt said “He has made me a believer in showing people what you are made of instead of telling them.”
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Student athletes across southeast Idaho are thankful to have Britt Dickman in their corner. At only 24 years old, Britt is the head athletic trainer at the Portneuf Medical Center Sports Medicine Institute. She holds a bachelor’s of science degree in athletic training from the Univer-
sity of Montana and is also affiliated with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association as well as the Northwest Athletic Trainers’ Association. In addition, Britt is a preceptor for the Idaho State University Master of Science in Athletic Training Program and is affiliated with both the National Safety First Aid Council and the National Youth Sport Safe Campaign. Her nominator said, “She is exceptional in that capacity. Her medical knowledge is superior,
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When people who are struggling with addiction need the inspiration of a success story, they need look no farther than Brittney Carter. The 29 year old is a certified personal
she takes great joy in mentoring and volunteering. Her life story provides inspiration for those in the church’s new Celebrate Recovery group. In this group she meets with those who struggle with “hurts, habits, and hang-ups.” In these meetings she is able to invest into the lives of those ladies who are looking for a way out, a hope, as well as an encourager. Brittney herself struggled for many years with drug abuse, a vice that eventually landed her in jail. When she was released, she
trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and the owner of Britt’s Fitness. Her contributions to the community, however, go far beyond her profession. Brittney is active in her church where
dedicated her life to her Lord and to serving others. “When I think of someone who makes a difference, someone who goes above and beyond all expectations as well as defies the odds set before them, I think of Brittney Carter,” her nominator said. Today, Brittney can be found inside Gate City Boxing helping others achieve their fitness goals, volunteering with the youth at Calvery Chapel of Pocatello or studying as she pursues her degree in sports business management.
Brooke Colling 20 Und40er
At age 32, Brooke Colling is the owner of One Who Hopes Photography and a tireless volunteer who helps find forever homes for shelter pets. Brooke takes thousands of original and whimsical pictures in an effort to find homes
Chubbuck and Blackfoot animal shelters. Brooke works tirelessly to find forever homes for local animals, and also helps educate the public about spaying/neutering programs to decrease overpopulation. Brooke has her hand in several humanitarian projects in Pocatello, including being the chairperson for Drive for the Cure. She is the organizer of Pink Tea and is also building a committee for the Think Pink Golf Tournament. She has also won over 500 photography awards.
for displaced animals. Her work continues to help Pug Pals, the Idaho Humane Society, the Pocatello Animal Shelter, and Boise Bully Breed Rescue. She is working on helping the Boxer Lovers Rescue and is also getting photos to help to the 8
Brooke has two associates degrees in advertising and marketing. She is also the founder of the One by One project. “Anyone that knows Brooke would list 10 reasons she should be nominated on the spot,” her nominator said. “She has a huge heart and a sharp mind to match. She uses her capabilities to reach out and help. Her selflessness is second to none.”
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Camille Marchand has been a teacher at Highland High School for only two years. During that time, she has proven to be one of those rare teachers who can reach not only the most gifted
of the National Honor Society, serves as a co-leader to the Natural Helpers, and is the head track coach. Camille graduated from Idaho State University in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in history and a minor in english. She then went on to earn her master’s degree in athletic administration and physical education in 2015, also
students but also ones who are difficult to engage. Additionally, she has a positive impact on her fellow faculty and staff members. Camille is currently the RTI coordinator, serves as a co-leader
from ISU. She also manages to volunteer in the community in her spare time. In the community, Camille helps out with Special Olympics Track and Field and the Secret Santa program run through the Pocatello Police Department. Her nominator said, “Camille makes the world better, and is a gift to all who know her.”
Chase Morgan
According to his nominator, Chase Morgan is “the epitome of American youth and is a great example
flow, current reroute and forecasting. The job was a good fit for Chase after many years working as an apprentice electrician and heavy equipment operator. He is a licensed journeyman electrician in the state of Idaho. He also holds two associates degrees (electric power technology and electrical apprenticeship/industrial controls) and a bachelor’s degree from Idaho State University in instrumentation and automation engineering technology. However, it is what Chase does in his com-
of the people in southeast Idaho and why we love to live here.” In his professional life, Chase is a power supply dispatcher for Idaho Falls Power. In his job he monitors the power grid, carries out switching orders and works with power generation, water 9
munity that makes him stand out among his peers. As someone who loves his community and enjoys building things, Chase is building a home in Chubbuck. This comes after he bought, renovated and sold his first home. Despite his busy schedule, Chase always finds time to help his neighbors. According to his nominator, Chase is “ethical, steadfast, loyal, hard working, and always puts family first; no matter what. Chase can always be seen helping someone without expectation.”
Corey Dahle
Corey Dahle has been in the banking industry since 2003 and now serves as the Chief Experience Officer at Idaho Central Credit Union where he has worked since 2008. Corey has impeccable work ethic and is passionate about making a positive impact on his team members, members of the Credit Union, and Idaho commu-
nities. Corey holds a bachelor’s of Business Administration in Management from Colorado Mesa University. He was also Class President of Western CUNA Management School from 2012-2013. As Chief Experience Officer, Corey has been a major part of the growth and success of Idaho Central Credit Union. His contributions, along with those on his team, have helped ICCU be named the Best Place to Work in Idaho and the Best Performing Credit Union in the nation for the last four years. Corey
believes work should be fun. He looks for ways to recognize and reward team members and promotes a positive work culture. Outside of work, Corey is the coach of two youth Blackfoot Club Basketball AAU Teams and he also coaches youth baseball. In addition, he has served his church in numerous capacities over the years. “Mr. Dahle is extremely passionate about his work and the impact he makes on others, both personally and professionally,” said Shelli Bardsley, Chief Administrative Officer for ICCU. “His ability to lead others and engage with individuals on a personal
level, are just two reasons he has had tremendous success in his career, and specifically at Idaho Central. Mr. Dahle willingly takes on difficult projects, sets aggressive goals, and I know his recommendations will always be in the best interest of the Credit Union and its members.” Corey has a beautiful, fun loving, and active family. His wife, Shannon, and three kids Candon (13), Shaylee (10), and Cash (8), give him unconditional support in all he does and his many adventures. He loves to spend time with them playing sports, waterskiing, and vacationing.
Corey Rasmussen
In 2013 Corey Rasmussen took a leap of faith and opened his own business, Physical Therapy Specialists of Idaho. Since that time the 37 year old has used his extensive credentials and education to grow a thriving physical therapy practice that benefits the lives of many across our
region. Corey received his b a c h e l o r ’s degree in biology from Idaho State Un i v e r s i t y in 2002. He then graduated at the top of his class and received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from ISU in 2006. He then went to work for Rehab Authority in both Twin Falls and Pocatello until opening his own business. Corey is the only practicing Board Certified Orthopedic specialist in South East Idaho. He
is also a Certified Spine Manual Therapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment. Corey is professionally affiliated with the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the American Physical Therapy Association, and he is a board member of the Idaho Physical Therapy Association. In addition, Corey is an affiliate faculty with ISU and several other universities across the country. Through these affiliations, Corey provides internships to physical therapy students. “He feels very strongly 10
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about helping and improving the lives of others,” his nominator said. “He is influenced by his fierce desire to be the best husband, father, friend, boss and therapist that he can possible be. Corey feels he owes this to his family, friends, co-workers, Pocatello community, profession of physical therapy and, of course God, who has blessed him with the capabilities to do what he does.” Corey is a long-time member of Rotary and is about to serve his second term on the board. He has also coached soccer for Pocatello Gate City Youth.
Diantha Smith
Diantha Smith is a well-published graduate instructor at Idaho State University with a passion for making rhetorical terms and concepts a little less scary. Diantha earned her
bachelor’s degree at Brigham Yo u n g University in Provo, U t a h where she studied elementary education. She went on to earn her master’s degree in literature and writing from Utah State University in Logan, Utah. Today, she is a Ph.D candidate in English and the Teaching of English at Idaho State University, where she continues to give
back with her many academic talents. Diantha has a talent for teaching, which she shares both in the classroom and through online courses. In addition to being a graduate instructor at ISU, she is also an online instructor, for the Pathways Program - a low-cost, flexible way to pursue a university education for those who might not otherwise have access to a college degree. Diantha also taught several online and faceto-face courses while at Utah State University. Her research interests include Rhetoric
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and Composition, English Language Learners, Technical and Professional Communication, online teaching, and Curriculum Design and Assessment. She has been honored with ISU’s Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award in 2016, and was named Graduate Instructor of the Year twice during her time at Utah State. She holds a “Top Poster Award” for Graduate Research from Idaho State University and holds a fellowship there in the English Department.
Elaine Foster
With a deep passion and love for Idaho, Elaine Foster is proud to have been born and raised in Rexburg, and currently resides in Pocatello, where she works for the Sport Science and Physical Education (SSPE) department at Idaho State University as a clinical instructor. Her education is also rooted in the great state as
she attended Brigham Young University- Idaho for two years, then transferred to ISU where, in 2008, she earned her bachelor’s degree in physical education, emphasizing in exercise science. From 2009-2010, Elaine served as a graduate teaching assistant for the SSPE department, and earned her master’s degree in Physical EducationAthletic Administration. Following graduate school, Elaine, became the equipment coordina-
tor for the SSPE department at ISU. She served in this roll until July 2016. Along with her adoration for Idaho, Elaine has always been drawn toward sports, physical education, and health. From the time she was very young, Elaine knew that she always wanted to be around these professions. She has served within the field in many capacities including coach, referee, group fitness instructor, personal trainer, event coordinator, and physical education instructor. Mostly, Elaine loves teaching college students, and seeing the extreme growth and understand-
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ing that these young adults attain through their education. In addition to building a career in physical education, Elaine has taken countless opportunities to engage in physical activity herself. With her husband, Jake, Elaine spends time backpacking in Idaho’s wilderness, cross country skiing, trail running, strength training, and playing a little racquetball and badminton. When not working or being physically active, Elaine and Jake enjoy going on scenic car rides, playing with their dog Aussie, hunting, visiting family and friends, and watching movies.
Erica Percy
Erica Percy, 39, is the director of membership sales for the Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce. However, that is only one of the many titles she holds. Erica is also a Clinique Cosmetic Manager at Her-
Panhellenic Officer for the Kappa Delta Sorority and a Panhellenic Secretary for Greek System. Erica’s business experience was refined as she accepted management roles in several big box stores in Utah. Erica has been a store manager at Utah locations for Mervyn’s, Kohls and Bed, Bath and Beyond. She is also a sales director for Mary Kay. “Erica is deserving of this award because she is one who goes above and beyond her everyday job to do better in our commu-
bergers in addition to being involved in Leadership Pocatello, the Pocatello Chiefs, and the Pocatello chapter of Zonta International. Erica earned her bachelor of arts degree in Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Marketing and Human Resources from Utah State University in Logan Utah. While there, she was also a 12
nity,” her nominator said. “She is heavily involved with many civic affiliations and also is very motivated to get others involved.”
Gabe Allen
Gabe Allen is an insurance agent for First Choice Insurance who graduated with his finance degree in 2009 from Idaho State University. Soon after, he began selling insurance for a local credit union. Gabe grew his clientele several fold in the time he
was there. In 2014, Gabe joined Dewight Lee at First Choice Insurance to continue his career selling home and auto insurance. He continues to service many accounts all over southeastern Idaho and his thriving book of business continues to grow. “Gabe is well known for his remarkable customer service and bends over backwards to help his clients out,” his nomina-
tor said. “Gabe has been known to go above and beyond by doing things like bringing a can of gas to a client who was stranded on the roadway, towing a client’s broken down vehicle, and driving all over southeastern Idaho, and even to Boise just to meet his clients face to face.” Although Gabe keeps very busy with work, he has managed to balance this with his love for the outdoors. Gabe is an avid outdoorsman who hunts big game, upland game, waterfowl, and has a passion for fly fishing. He has been very influential in developing the Southeast Idaho
Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation. He currently serves as the chairman of the chapter. Gabe also grew up skiing at Pebble Creek, and enjoys skiing the backcountry. He has been teaching his two and four year old daughters to follow in his ski tracks and can often be seen with them in tow on the bunny hill. “Gabe is truly a great example of a dyed-in-thewool, born-and-raised Pocatello boy,” his nominator said. “He loves this community and his personal and professional contributions have and will continue to impact it in a positive way.”
Jared Huckstep
At 31 years old, Jared Huckstep is the owner/operator of Hux Customs. The local gun store is located in Chubbuck and is a testament to Jared’s passion for his customers, the community and our Second Amendment rights.
ness in 2015 when he opened the shop on Linden Avenue. Since then, the community has rallied around Jared making his hobby a business success. Jared enjoys contributing to local firearms associations and their causes, with time and merchandise. He tries to educate the customers about the products they want, so they get exactly the right firearm fit for them. He also is vigilant in advising his customers about safety and maintenance. Jared earned his
He started the business at his home about three years ago. The fledgling business was born in his garage where he sold and did custom paint jobs on guns on nights and weekends. His talent for firearms turned into a full-time busi13
bachelor’s degree from Idaho State University. He is also affiliated with Ducks Unlimited, the National Rifle Association and the Mule deer Foundation. Jared is also a husband and the proud father of two young sons.
Jared McKee
Jared McKee has built a career around supporting people during one of the most physically trying times in their lives. As a physical therapist and owner of Custom Rehab in Chubbuck, Jared has created a social, caring, attentive environment where his clients feel like they are receiving world-
class care. “I have been to other local PT clinics in the past,” said a patient and the person who nominated Jared for this award. “However, Custom Rehab is far superior in the way they treat patients, specifically because of Jared McKee’s exceptional business model that focuses on 1-on-1 care.” Jared began his education by earning two associate’s degrees from Dawson Community College. He then went to play baseball
and ended up receiving a Full Music Scholarship for Guitar, Drums, and Vocals. He says the highlight of his academic career was earning 52 college credits in one academic year with 3.9 GPA. A B grade earned in an umpiring course was the only reason that GPA wasn’t 4.0. Jared took that work ethic and intelligence to BYU-Idaho where he earned a bachelors in Personal Health and Lifetime Wellness in 2006. Jared then came to Idaho State University where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2009. His degree served him well when in 2012 he
Jason Byrd
Jason Byrd aims to never underestimate the importance of the individual - he believes that every life deserves to have meaning and value. Armed with this philosophy, Jason has focused his career on helping adult men and women living with intellectual and developmental disabilities
who also have inappropriate s o ci a l/s exu a l behaviors. His work now extends into helping adolescents with the same proclivities. “Jason works tirelessly to rebuild the lives of his clients by showing them the value of service and being a part of something greater than they are,” his nominator said. At 37 years old, Jason is the Southeastern Idaho Regional Clinical Director of Aspire Human Services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psy-
chology from Idaho State University. Jason also has a master’s degree in mental health counseling from ISU and completed the Sexual Offender Treatment Specialist Program at Ohio University. He is the 2016 Wing Award Recipient for volunteer work from Idaho Counselors Association. In 2017 Jason was also honored as Business Partner of the Year from SEICAA. With his education and experience, Jason cocreated a specific treatment program called The Journey for adolescents dealing with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as deviant 14
moved to Nashville, TN with his family for three months to provide physical therapy to his mother who suffered two CVA’s, heart surgery, brain surgery and was in a coma for three weeks. Today, as owner of Custom Rehab, Jared employs four people and has built an environment where his clients feel at home. However, Jared says his best personal accomplishment is marrying his wife, Brittany and loving every minute with his four beautiful children, Ethan 7, Kason 4, Kaydri 2, and Tenley 3 months.
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social/sexual behaviors. This distinctive, and often overlooked, population greatly benefits from Jason’s pioneering work for them. In addition, Jason is a Co-Founder of Hope Rides, a non profit dedicated to raising awareness for breast cancer. Jason volunteers his time with a long list of community organizations including the Rotary Youth Leadership program. “Everything Jason does he does with his whole heart,” his nominator said. “He is service oriented and has a level of compassion unmatched by most.”
JD Hansen
After graduating from The School of Hairstyling and Cosmetology in Chubbuck in 2007, JD Hansen has seen his career in the field go through the roof. As the owner and a stylist at J&Co, a JD Hansen Salon in Pocatello, he has seen new business take off. Hansen is an interna-
tionally-trained stylist who specializes in lashes, hair extensions, 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 in Pocatello. Before owning his own business, JD
worked for The Strand Salon 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. JD has traveled across the US from New York to LA and everything in between. He trains for almost a month a year in Europe for Framesi color line. JD was also recently offered a coveted spot with Framesi to be trained to become an educator for the company which would make him the
only Framesi educator in Idaho. JD contributes to the Pocatello free clinic board and helps with the “haircuts for the homeless� program. JD is also a member of the Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce and participates in Bannock Civitans, Revive at 5, as well as contributing to The Festival of Trees, the Portneuf Greenway foundation, and the Idaho Food Bank.
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Jim Burdick
Jim Burdick is using his talents in electrical engineering and his love of community to make southeast Idaho a better place. Jim’s lengthly professional accomplishments have helped Idaho Power better manage their ener-
gy loads, and subsequently helped Idahoans when they turn on the light switch at home. Jim is a graduate of Idaho State University where he majored in electrical engineering and graduated with a 3.91 G.P.A. Jim continued his education with a string of courses and seminars including a course on energy distribution planning, smart grid dynamic pricing and Harvard ManageMentor Training Courses.
At 33, Jim is a Transmission and Distribution Area Planning Engineer for Idaho Power. He designed and implemented a system using renewable energy sources and energy storage (solar tracking array with battery storage) in order to make renewable energy sources more reliable and to balance load. Jim was also selected to lead the Wood River Electrical Plan Update and oversee the Community Advisory Committee process for the long range electrical plan for the Wood River Valley area. Jim is the recipient of the 2015 Idaho Power Excellence Award for excep-
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tional employee performance and contribution and has been a member of the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society. He recently served meals to the homeless at the Boise Rescue Mission, participated in Idaho Power’s entry for the 4th of July parade, participated in Junior Achievement Inspire to Hire Events, and has volunteered for the Portneuf Valley Paintfest. Jim has coached youth basketball and baseball teams and he is also involved in the Boy Scouts of America. Jim is married to his grade-school sweetheart, Heather, and they have four children together.
John Eckert
We all have a teacher who we remember made a big impact on our lives. For many in Pocatello, that person is John Eckert. At 27 years old, John is a study hall teacher at Pocatello High School. Between 2013 and 2015, he was a crew leader at
High School. Through these roles he has worked with youth in the community ranging from 5-year-olds to high school seniors, transforming many children’s academic and athletic outcomes. John earned his bachelor of art’s degree in English from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. he subsequently went on to Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where he earned a master’s degree in Coaching Pedagogy with an emphasis in Soccer. While at St. Olaf College he worked as an assistant coach for the col-
Pocatello Community Charter School where he helped a diverse class of 28 students in the 5th and 6th grades achieve academic success. In addition, John is a head coach with the Portneuf Valley Soccer Club and an assistant varsity soccer coach at Pocatello 16
lege’s men’s soccer team. In that role he assisted coaching staff for Varsity and Junior Varsity Men’s NCAA Division III Soccer teams. “I believe in making the world a more nurturing, empathetic and enlightened place through positive interactions with everyone and everything around me,” John said. “I hope to teach and coach at the highest levels possible.” His long-term professional goals are to coach at the collegiate or professional level and to teach English Literature at the college level.
Jon Armstrong
Jonathan Armstrong is a fiercely creative musician, composer, and educator living in Pocatello, where he serves as the Director of Jazz Studies at Idaho State University. Prior to moving to Idaho, Jonathan established a creative, and dynamic career in Los Angeles. He founded the critically ac-
claimed modern jazz quartet Slumgum, and the cutting edge electronic psychedelic group Pitch Like Masses. With these groups and others, he has performed throughout the United States, Europe, and Japan. As a composer, Jonathan has written music for film, dance, and theater. In addition, he composes contemporary classical music, and expansive meditative pieces that incorporate intonation and spectral stimulation.
Jonathan has also established a reputation as a daring bandleader with two album releases in his name. His debut, “Farewell”, released in 2013, was a five song suite for a 23 piece large ensemble. The album was widely praised by critics. Then, in November of 2016, he released the album “Burnt Hibiscus”, a project that combines surrealist poetry with traditional Hindustani music, arranged for a 10 piece chamber jazz ensemble. The album has received critical acclaim, most notably being listed as the no. 2 jazz release of 2016 by Dave Sumner of Bird is
the Worm. “Jon has proven himself to be one of the freshest new musical talents to arrive in southeast Idaho,” his nominator said. “He is a fiercely creative musician, composer, and educator.” Jonathan loves his new life in Idaho, where he is cultivating a creative music community through the university, and continues to collaborate professionally with exciting dynamic artists. When he’s not working on music in some way, he and his wife Erin enjoy exploring the peaceful, incredible beauty of southeast Idaho.
Josiah Dahlstrom
Josiah Dahlstrom exemplifies selfless and never ending care to our area’s veterans. As an administrator at the Idaho State Veterans Home, Josiah has worked tirelessly to better the lives of the veterans he is surrounded by day after day. Among other ac-
complishments, he has spearheaded the creation of a Music and Memory program at the veterans home and helped bring the center’s emotional support dog “Glory” to the veterans. Josiah holds a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Idaho State
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University. He then acquired his administrator-in-training (AIT) certification through the State of Idaho. He also also holds a master’s degree in business administration. Josiah is a member of the Military Affairs Committee and is a past chairman of that organization. He is also involved with the Chamber of Commerce, the ELKS lodge and the Boy Scouts of America. “Although not a veteran himself, you would never know by
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his patriotism, love, and honor he shows for our country and for our veterans,” his nominator said. “He feels God has led him to the great honor of working with America’s heroes and never puts aside the seriousness and honor his job entails. Josiah cares about people and shows it in his work efforts. Josiah has a deep care for our community, for bettering it, and for helping others see the good in it.”
Karen Hartman
Karen is a leader in the sports/public relations fields and her work has been recognized nationally. At 38, Karen is a professor in the Department of Communication, Media, and Persuasion at Idaho State University. In that role, she not only challenges her students but also nurtures their
potential - a difficult balance to achieve. A very typical comment from her evaluations is, “The best professor I ever had!” She has gained a reputation for being challenging and compassionate – traits that students both need and respect. Students appreciate her ability to make the course concepts clear and relevant.” Karen holds a Ph.D from Louisiana State University in Rhetoric and Public Address. She also earned her master’s degree from the University of
South Carolina in Speech Communication and a bachelor’s degree from Furman University in Communication Studies. Since her arrival to Pocatello in the summer of 2014, Karen has made a strong impact on our community. Her professional and civic affiliations are numerous and include the International Association of Sport Communication and the National Communication Association. Karen was elected Vice-Chair of the Communication and Sport Division for the National Communication Association and was also elected Chair of the International
Association for Communication and Sport Board. Karen is an active board member of the Idaho State Civic Symphony. She was also the keynote speaker for Idaho State University’s National Girls and Women in Sport Day in February 2016. “Dr. Hartman has become recognized in the sport communication subdiscipline as an important contributor—advancing how communication can help us understand sport as an often problematic cultural force,” said Jeffrey Kassing, Professor in the School of Social & Behavioral Sciences at Arizona State University.
Kim Hickey
Kim Hickey has shaped the idea of a sophisticated wine and beer tasting room into a thriving business in Old Town Pocatello. At 39 years old, Kim is the owner of The Tasting Room,
a place where locals and visitors try new and unique wines and beers. In addition to her business ownership, Kim is a regional sales manager for The Wonderful Company. In that role, she helps get some of their widely recognizable products onto area shelves. She is a Portfolio manager for FIJI Water, Justin and Landmark Wineries, Wonderful Nuts, and POM Wonderful Juices in retail and on-premise channels. She is responsible for $4 million in sales and her territory includes
a place where locals and visitors can try new and unique wines and beers. Kim’s passion for and knowledge of wine from all over the world, her keen business skill, and her magnetic personality have created 18
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managing sales across Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. From 2005 to 2006 Kim also worked as a Station Manager/Development Director for Idaho Public Television where she was a representative for the state arm of a PBS affiliate. Kim holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Idaho. In addition to being a business owner, Kim is mother to four children and is a member of the Pocatello Chamber of Commerce.
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Kory Price
Kory Price is a fitness professional who has used his business skills and love of the industry to build the Golds Gym brand in southeastern Idaho
by climbing the fitness business ladder, starting as a front desk associate at the Pocatello Golds Gym in 2007. Just five years later, Kory had worked his way through the ranks as a personal trainer, fitness director and finally regional general manager. At only 25 years old, Kory has increased the personal training revenue 22 percent year over year, developed and implemented a small group training program, and increased membership from 4,500 to 5,500 at the Pocatello location. Kory is a certi-
into the powerhouse it is today. Kory is the regional general manager for the Golds Gym locations in Pocatello and Twin Falls. He built his carer
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fied personal trainer and certified corrective exercise specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He also spends time bettering his community through involvement with the Gate City Rotary. He is also an annual Corporate Wellness presenter and organizer of the Chamber Wellness Program, and a presenter at NSCA Regional Conference.
Lucille Schilling
Lucille Schilling shoulders challenges with grace as she not only raises five wonderful children but also works tirelessly as assistant practice
technician. Although she has no formal college education, Lucille has developed outstanding management skills. “Lucille greets every employee that walks in the door with a ‘welcome to work we are so glad you are here’,” her nominator said. “She is consistently bringing up the morale of
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the entire staff. She is without question an exceptional individual who has overcome challenges most people would crumble over. As manager, she is constantly teaching me the value of kindness to others. She is irreplaceable at BAMC.”
Michael Johnson
At 26 years old, Michael Johnson has built a thriving business out of getting companies the exposure they want online. As the founder of Get Found First, based out of Blackfoot, Michael is living proof that a small town guy operating a business in a small town can make a global difference. After graduating High
School Michael was the assistant High School Debate Coach at Lone Peak High School in Alpine, Utah where he coached their policy debate team to their first state championship. After high school, he attended BYUIdaho where he earned his bachelor’s degree - while starting his own business. What followed is a career in internet marketing that has exponentially increased business for clients and grabbed the attention of Google. While managing Get Found First, Michael helped
grow revenue by over 100% and doubled the number of employees, expanding the business nationally. Under Michael’s leadership, Get Found First also went international with its first clients in Canada and Mexico in 2016. Michael managed a national campaign for a franchise of in-home care providers that has increased their book of business by over 325 percent. His success lead to Google flying some of their best and brightest to Blackfoot last August to talk about how to help grow revenue for local businesses and improve performance for companies around the
country. The agency is in the top 1% worldwide and earned the designation Premier Managed Agency Partner with Google. This spring Google will be sending Michael and his top employees to Mountain View, Calif. to discuss strategies further. Today, the business is ranked as one of the best providers in the country by Topseos.com - an independent authority on the best agencies in the world. Michael is active in his community. He volunteers with his church group, helping 16-18 year olds. Michael is also active in Boy Scouts of America and is an Eagle Scout.
Nick Sorrell
Nick Sorrell is a teacher and coach at Highland High School who has a passion for working with youth and seeing them grow and develop.
Nick has been coaching football for 13 years. Seven years ago, he also began coaching baseball and teaching business classes at Highland. Although born in Auburn, Wash., Nick was raised in the Pocatello area and has a love for his hometown. In 2007, Nick received a bachelor’s degree in business management with em21
phasis in operations management from Idaho State University. His hard work and excellent grade point average earned him a spot on the College of Business Dean’s List in the spring and fall of 2006. He later went on to earn another degree from ISU in 2010. This time it was a bachelor’s in secondary education with an emphasis in business education. Nick again earned remarkable grades and was named to the College of Education Dean’s List in the spring and fall of 2009. His professional
life centers around the success of his students, both on and off the field. “I just want to educate those students and help them be able to be successful later in life,” Nick said.” I want these kids to be successful members of society and contribute back to their community. My passion is for working with the youth and seeing them grow and develop over the years. That’s a pretty big highlight for me and keeps me going.”
Robbi Kiernes
Robbi Kiernes is the Business Unit Manager for the Food & Beverage Division of Premier Technology, Inc. According to his nominator, Robbi has played a crucial role in job creation for residents of Eastern
Premier’s employees. In the last five years, Robbi has successfully secured over $71 million in work for Premier, which keeps Premier’s valuable employees working, improving their lives and security, which in turn stimulates Eastern Idaho’s economy. Robbi’s management skills combined with his sales acumen, directly impact Premier’s employees and customers alike, for the better. Robbi maintains relationships with Premier’s clients in a way that makes them feel like
Idaho, helping Premier employees provide for their families and adding to their overall quality of life. As Business Unit Manager, Robbi’s job is to secure work for Premier’s Food & Beverage Business Unit, thus securing jobs for
Robert Lion
Rob Lion has a talent for building teams and leading them. As an assistant professor of Organizational Learning and Performance at Idaho State University, Rob has a powerful impact on his students and all who work with him. “Dr. Lion is a highly motivated professor that
degree in speech communications from Graceland University, a master’s in education leadership from Drake University and a Ph.D from Capella University with an emphasis in corporate education, specifically training and performance improvement. Today, Rob’s career centers around human resource development, including both teaching motivational studies and working with local businesses on decision making and leadership. His strong background in the areas of strategic planning and human motivation make Rob a valuable
goes above and beyond for his students and his coll e a g u e s ,” said one of the many people who nominated him for this award. “He truly cares about his students and their success. As a former student of his I can attest that he demands the highest quality of work from his students while supporting what they may not have believed they could do themselves.” Rob holds a bachelor’s 22
friends, which in turn ensures the growth and development of the employees who report to him, as it gives them not only job security but opportunities to grow and advance. “Robbi Keirnes deserves to be honored by the Idaho State Journal’s 20 under 40 because he has shown relentless and dedicated work ethic in helping Premier create and provide jobs for the people of Eastern Idaho, thus fulfilling its mission,” his nominator said.
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asset to our community, and especially for bridging university and community, his nominator said. Rob began working at ISU in 2012 after relocating from the Midwest where he was an up-andcoming leader in his former community. Since arriving at ISU, Rob has demonstrated his interest and commitment to growing and supporting programs (both academic and community) that have direct benefits to the students he works with, as well as the communities in which those students reside, work, and volunteer.
Scott Nelson
Scott Nelson’s personal philosophy is that ‘hard work pays off’ - and it shows through a long list of professional and personal accomplishments. At 30 years old, Scott is an asphalt superintendent for Jack B. Parson Co. and is the youngest superintendent in his division. He has been a big part of many no-
table projects in our area. Scott has either ran, or been a part of, I-86 reconstruction, Yellowstone Ave. reconstruction, US 30 reconstruction, footings for the Idaho State University Rendezvous Building and US 77 reconstruction. Scott began his career as a laborer for Jack B. Parson Co. after completing his High School diploma. When a position opened up on the paving crew, Scott was willing to trying new things and eagerly took the role. He quickly
learned this is where his passion was. When Scott’s mentor retired, Scott was named paving foreman at 22 years old. “As the General Manager for a construction company, I have learned that having high-caliber, contributing professionals is the greatest asset any business could have,” said John Wilkes, general manager for Staker Parsons Companies. “Scott Nelson is a dependable, energetic, bright young leader who in every way is the type of person qualified to be recommended for the 20 Under 40 event.” Today, Scott has dedicated 12 years to the company,
training others to take the positions that he once held. Scott credits his father’s example for his strong work ethic. He watched his father work tirelessly as a child and quickly learned the value of hard work and persistence. Often the two of them would spend time together on long haul jobs; this is where Scott had the opportunity to be around heavy machinery. “There isn’t anything Scott has been assigned that he has not excelled at,” his nominator said. “Scott indeed will have a lifelong, successful career based on his professional and personal qualities.”
Scott Redding
Many of us drive right by Scott Redding’s accomplishments daily without a second thought. However, some of the bridges, roads and interchanges we drive through exist because of Scott’s incredible work ethic and talent. A native of southeast Idaho, Scott holds five degrees from Idaho State University in Civil Engi-
Idaho. Anyone who has taken exit 47 off I-15 into McCammon, driven the US34 rail road overpass or travelled across the new South Valley Connector has seen Scott’s engineering handiwork. He incorporated native scenery with old style lighting on the Railroad Overpass in Soda Springs. Today, he is a committee member of The National Academies of Sciences-EngineeringMedicine Transportation Research Board. The South Valley Connector project in Pocatello is the winner of two “Project of the Year” recognitions from America’s Transportation Awards
neering (Associates and Masters degrees), Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, and business administration. Scott also earned his Professional Engineering License through Idaho State University. For the past 13 years, he has worked for the Idaho Department of Transportation in various capacities including acting engineering manager. Through his work, he has made significant contributions to projects that improve the mobility, economic development and safety within southeast
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and was also selected as the regional winner of the Quality of Life/Community Development in the Small Project category. Other projects that Scott has led have received almost a dozen state and national awards. “I think Scott’s personal goal is to retire from the State of Idaho (here in Pocatello) looking back knowing he helped make the surrounding areas the best he could for the future,” said his nominator. “Scott is a good hearted person that has the passion and enthusiasm to continue to make the best of his opportunities for Idaho.”
Shane Gleason
Shane Gleason believes in the power of academics to reach beyond the classroom and into the community. As an assistant professor in the department of Political Science at Idaho State University, Shane’s enthusiasm of this
field is contagious. “ I am committed to the idea that academics have multiple roles, that of teacher, researcher, and perhaps most importantly member of the community,” Shane said. “Each of these roles informs the other, and it is only by excelling at each that one can truly be well rounded.” In addition to class-
room work, Shane is a pre-law advisor and faculty advisor to the law club. Working with these students and expressing his excitement for education and law in general, Shane has substantially grown ISU’s pre-law program. At only 32 years old, his academic accomplishments and publications stretch pages long. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and history from Cleveland State University and a Ph.D in political science from Southern Illinois University with an emphasis in public law and methodology. He has also written and published six 24
peer reviewed, academic publications and he has a book under consideration at the University of Chicago Press. Shane joined ISU in 2014 and, according to his nominator, has since helped his students achieve beyond what they think is possible. He has been a guest speaker for many organizations including Too Great for Hate, New Knowledge Adventures, The Rotary Club, Pocatello Inn of Courts, and the Bar Association. Shane gives freely of his time and knowledge of public law in order to help expand the knowledge of those around him.
Stefanee Welker
Stefanee Welker is the chief operating officer of Home Helpers, a home health and home care service that helps clients across southeast Idaho. In her role, she makes sure each department is
operating properly. Stefanee also process billing for Medicaid, Long Term Care Insurance, and Private Pay invoices bimonthly. In addition to these responsibilities, she serves the company as a human resources specialist, supervising a staff of 113. Stefanee hires, trains, disciplines as well as conducts performance evaluations and deals with terminations for the company’s field staff. Stefanee is currently
working towards a Pancake Breakfast, to bachelor’s degree in name a few. Gerontology at Ashford University. She is also a Certified Alzheimer’s Caregiver, has her CNA Certification, and is a Nationally Certified Phlebotomist. She is also a 2014-2015 graduate of Leadership Pocatello Chubbuck. When Stefanee is not serving area seniors, she volunteers with many community organizations. Some of her volunteer work has benefited The Festival of Trees, Kiwanis ISU Physics Science Lab, and the Kiwanis
Stefanie Plato
Stefanie Plato is passionate about english and has a desire to help the students at Highland High School achieve their best. The 34 year old wife and mother of two is the English depart-
ment head at Highland where she also oversees students in the National Honors Society and dual enrollment English classes through Idaho State University. Stefanie is also on the committee 25
for the state’s English common core standards. She was recognized as Highland’s Teacher of the Year in 2013. Stefanie is an Idaho State University graduate where she earned her degree in English and History. She also holds a Masters degree in Education from ISU. When she is not teaching, Stefanie also volunteers as a Campfire Youth soccer coach of kids ages 3 and 4 in addition to raising two very energetic daughters. “She wants kids to
be ready for college and to succeed in life,” her nominator said. “She prides herself in challenging young minds in order to prepare them for the real world. … she is a selfless person who often puts others needs ahead of her own - an absolute glowing example of what represents this award.”
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Suzanne Riley
Suzanne Riley does a little bit of everything for the Portneuf Health Trust. As the organization’s operations manager, Suzanne has been a
part of the trust’s biggest accomplishments. She part i c ip ate d in the development and construction of the $15 million Por t n e u f We l l n e s s C ompl e x until it was donated to Bannock County upon completion. She oversees the trust’s Endowment Board - a group of nine community members that grants
around $250,000 annually to local organizations who promote health through our community. Suzanne also contributes her skills to the organization through payroll processing, scheduling, accounting, and all HR duties for employees, in addition to a long list of other responsibilities. “She is amazing at her job and throughout our community,” her nominator said. “She is a strong and successful woman.” Suzanne holds a bachelor’s degree from
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Idaho State University in business administration, marketing and management. While at ISU, her dedication to her studies earned her a place on the dean’s list. She is also a past president of Leadership Pocatello/ Chubbuck, where she helped others focus on developing positive action-oriented leadership skills in our community. “Suzanne is always willing to help others,” her nominator said. “Although she has a quiet voice, she is a great leader.”
Tiffany Bowman age two mental health agencies: Grand Teton and Life Inc. According to her nominator, her self-taught knowledge of accounting and balancing spreadsheets rivals those with advanced degrees. Tiffany has developed a strong moral focus and is a shining example to many of our youth, especially the young women who look up to her as a role model. Tiffany Bowman has been to the lowest points possible in her life, yet her optimism and desire to improve
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Tyson Daniels
Three years ago, Tyson Daniels took a leap of faith and bought five businesses. The gamble, and a lot of hard work on Tyson’s part, paid off. Today, he is the owner of 10 businesses across southeast Idaho. Tyson owns Threshold Automotive Service, LLC
which operates Grease Monkey franchises, Monkey Shine and Bengal Car Wa s h e s , among other businesses. His franchise was selected as the Grease Monkey Franchisee of the year at the 2016 Grease Monkey conference. Tyson’s Rexburg Grease Monkey team also competed in and were selected as the Western Division winners of the Pit Crew challenge. Tyson is Pit Crew Certified through
Grease Monkey International. His employees exemplify the impact he has made in the southeast Idaho community. Tyson has a habit of employing anyone who is willing to come to work with a good attitude and work hard, regardless of their background. Many lives have been bettered because of Tyson’s willingness to take a chance on someone others pass by. Tyson is a hands-on employer who works as hard as (and right beside) his employees. He doesn’t ask anyone to do something that he is not willing to do himself. He is very generous and rewards hard
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work. He also promotes community service and actively encourages his friends and employees to volunteer every chance they can. He is a member of the Pocatello Chamber of Commerce Leadership Team and volunteers his time with the Boy Scouts of America. “His mentoring of the young people in our community will be a nice way to leave a legacy for many more generations as well,” his nominator said. Tyson is married and has three daughters who are all active in dance, gymnastics, and basketball.
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Tyson Kent
When the power goes out, Tyson Kent springs into action. As a Reliability Engineer for Idaho Power, Tyson makes sure the utility’s equipment can not only withstand outages but come back online quickly when an outage does happen. “Employed with Ida-
ho Power Company as the East Region Reliability Engineer, I have developed remarkable skills for solving complex problems while being able to quickly adapt in stressful working conditions,” Tyson explained. The 30-year-old Idaho State University graduate is tasked with covering a service territory spanning 3,400 square miles with 3,500 miles of a highly complex distribution sys-
tem. The task is both challenging and exciting for Tyson. His responsibilities cover a highly technical and diverse spectrum including, outage restoration, distribution system analysis, distribution protection, and large load Implementation. Tyson holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ISU and is constantly taking continuing education courses. When he is not studying, or working through power outages, Tyson is active in the community he grew up in. He has participated in the Junior Achievement Career Fair, encouraging students to
set high goals and to lay out a plan to reach those goals. Tyson has also had the opportunity to assist two Engineering Senior Design teams at Idaho State University. He enjoys working with youth and helping them to reach their full potential. He has volunteered for several years as the Assistant Scout Master in the Boys Scouts of America, and enjoys being a role model and hopes to encourage and help others reach their career goals.
Vanessa Ballam
In the realm of acting at Idaho State University, Vanessa Ballam dominates the stage. At 38 years old, Vanessa has amassed a lifetime of stage acting accolades and accomplishments. She now uses her wealth of experience to educate
and mentor acting students at ISU. Vanessa is not only an assistant professor, but also the acting program head at the university’s Department of Theatre and Dance. In her five years at ISU, Vanessa has directed five mainstage productions, including “Guys and Dolls” and “James and the Giant Peach.” She has also directed the premiere production of an original play, and several stu29
dio productions. She has brought a number of guest artists to campus and has opened numerous opportunities for ISU students to broaden their horizons. Vanessa holds two bachelor’s degrees from Utah State University one in theatre education/ political science and another in liberal arts. Her acting credentials and experience span pages. She has directed 27 different productions across the United States and is the recipient of 11 different awards for her work, including two awards from NSAL for drama and musical theater. Vanessa has been a featured lecturer
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in over 800 speaking engagements throughout the state of Utah and the West Coast including; Utah State University, BYU Idaho, Brigham Young University, Southern Utah University, Utah Valley University, Dixie College, Snow College. Her acting range includes not only stage production but also opera and musical theater. “I strive to help each student create their own repeatable acting process applicable to any text,” Vanessa says. “Though my teaching style in general is based in a variety of methodologies, I feel that the growth of the individual artist is paramount.”
Zack Heern
In less than two years, Dr. Zach Heern has helped to change Pocatello’s perspectives on the Middle East. At 38 years old, Zach is an assistant professor of history at Idaho State University. He earned his Master’s degree and Ph.D. from the University of Utah in Middle
East Studies. He also received his Bachelor’s degree in History from UCLA and has studied abroad in Egypt. Zach has written two books on the Middle East including “The Emergence of Modern Shi’ism: Islamic Reform in Iraq and Iran” - a book that has been featured in The Economist and the Los Angeles Times. He has also written dozens of papers and articles, and been featured
in several positive news stories in times of distress. Zach is professionally affiliated with the Middle East Studies Association, American Academy of Religion, International Association of Iranian Studies, Clerical Authority in Shi’i Islam Project, Idaho Humanities Council, and the Midwest Association for Middle East Studies. He has given talks through ISU’s Liberal Arts High and Humanities Cafe programs and he has also spoken to the Rotary Club, Idaho Falls City Club, and the Rotary Club of Salt Lake. Zach has published op-ed pieces and appeared in local, region-
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al, and international publications and interviews. This past year, he started ISU’s Middle East Culture Association (MECA). The association’s mission is to promote education about Middle Eastern culture and build bridges. He regularly visits local high schools to give presentations on the Middle East and Middle East history and civilization. According to his nominator, Zach should be nominated for this award because of the change that he is bringing to ISU and Eastern Idaho.
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