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Roger is a teacher and student when it comes to life. Having served as an Idaho teacher, principal, superintendent, and ultimately chief deputy state superintendent, Roger has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing rural education, and appreciates the fierce independence of Idaho and Idahoans alike. Prior to joining the Foundation as Executive Director in 2013, Roger was co-director of the Idaho Leads project at Boise State University’s Center for School Improvement and Policy Studies, and served as an Assistant Professor in the Executive Educational Leadership Program. Roger remains active in the business community through his service on a variety of boards, including Chairman of the Teach For America Regional Board. As Executive director of the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation, Roger has also assisted with Mission43. The title of this episode is the tagline for Mission43. Mission43 provides post-9/11 servicemen, women, and military spouses opportunities to succeed in Idaho after the military through the pillars of education, employment and engagement. Mission43 is fully funded and led through the generosity of this private family foundation. The Albertson Family Foundation’s philanthropic history started in 1966 when Joe Albertson, the founder of the Albertsons grocery stores, began to give back to Idaho communities. This was mainly done through educational opportunities for Idahoans because he and his wife, Kathryn, were not able to finish college during the Great Depression. Since then, the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation has given over $700 million throughout the state to make it a better place to live, work, and play. Roger is an avid outdoorsman and tennis player. He loves Idaho and cares about our community! Listen to the podcast, enjoy and share with your friends! ---------------------------------------------------------- About the INSPIRE EXCELLENCE Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

On Tuesday night @KTVB tweeted out a link to Mark Johnson's bio (complete with professional photo), and his name. And nothing else.  Little did they know it was the greatest podcast promotion they have ever made! Mark Johnson has been an anchor at KTVB in Boise, Idaho since 1983. Our community is grateful for him and all he has done over the years and continues to do each day! Mark’s bio includes gems like, “National Edward R. Murrow and Emmy award winner Mark Johnson returned to Idaho’s NewsChannel 7 in April of 1996… and who could blame him?!” Mark married the former Chris Plishka (from Baraboo, Wisconsin) in 1992. They are avid Green Bay Packers fans and have passed the allegiance down to Mark's twins Hannah and Lindsey and now onto their teenage twin daughters Alexa & Grace. When he's not hanging out with one of his many twin daughters, his hobbies include GOLF!, skiing, music and golf (did we mention that?). He is also very involved with the community and has volunteered for a number of organizations including The Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers - Big Sisters, United Cerebral Palsy, United Way, Salvation Army, First Tee of Idaho, Make-A-Wish and the Boise Rescue Mission. Mark's goals are to someday be as good at putting as his wife, to figure out how to not burn a t-bone, and to astro turf his lawn putting an end to mowing! We hope you enjoy this episode with Mark and hope you enjoy him every night in your bedroom! (You have to listen to understand that one 😉) ---------------------------------------------------------- About the INSPIRE EXCELLENCE Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

Our neighbors need our help. It costs $1,000 on average for Jesse Tree to keep a family housed, compared to $5-10,000 for a family to find new housing after being evicted. At Jesse Tree, they provide information and support to 500 households per month via their Housing Crisis Line, and case management and rental assistance to 50-100 households per month. Over 90% of people requesting assistance can’t pay their rent due to an unanticipated expense or shortfall such as a health care bill, unexpected job loss, or car breakdown. In 2020, 3,500 people became homeless for the first time in their lives and 824 evictions were filed in Ada and Canyon County. These numbers continue to increase year-to-year. Jesse Tree operates a Housing Crisis Line, providing support, information, and referrals to community resources to our neighbors who are unable to pay their rent. They also offer landlord-tenant mediation services so people can resolve their crises and avoid eviction. Jesse Tree provides Emergency Rental Assistance coupled with case management to households at highest risk of eviction and homelessness. Case management sets people up for success and includes landlord mediation, budgeting help, and housing stability planning. Jesse Tree also supports households through the Eviction Court process to keep them from getting an eviction on their record, and to keep them out of homelessness. Ali Rabe is the Executive Director of Jesse Tree and an Idaho State Senator for D17. Prior to joining Jesse Tree, Ali was a Staff Attorney at HomeBase, headquartered in San Francisco, where she supported local governments and service providers in their efforts to prevent and end homelessness. In 2012, Ali received the Boren Fellowship, through which she supported indigenous communities in rural Cambodia fighting to keep their land. She continued the same work in Sierra Leone. Ali also spent some years working for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services as an adjudicator, processing refugees from all over the world. Ali is a proud alumnus of The College of Idaho and holds a J.D. from William & Mary Law School. In her spare time, she teaches yoga and enjoys the outdoors. You might find her around town on her yellow bicycle or exploring nearby hiking trails with friends, family, and her dog. Learn more about Jesse Tree here: https://www.jessetreeidaho.org ---------------------------------------------------------- About the INSPIRE EXCELLENCE Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

Idaho Power, headquartered in vibrant and fast-growing Boise, Idaho, has been a locally operated energy company since 1916. The company’s goal to provide 100% clean energy by 2045 builds on their long history as a clean-energy leader that provides reliable service at affordable prices.... but how will they reach their goal? Listen to Lisa Grow, CEO, dive into the details of the current state of Idaho Power and what the future holds.    Lisa Grow has been President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IDACORP, Inc. and Idaho Power since June 1, 2020. She most recently served as President of Idaho Power and was appointed to the IDACORP and Idaho Power boards of directors in February 2020.   Prior to her position as President and CEO, Grow served as Idaho Power’s Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer from March 2017 to October 2019. Grow has also served as Senior Vice President of Operations and, prior to that, Senior Vice President of Power Supply.  Grow began her career at Idaho Power in 1987 and held many engineering positions before moving into management. She took on diverse jobs that allowed her to gain valuable experience in many areas of the company. In 2005, Grow was named Vice President of Delivery Engineering and Operations. Grow graduated from the University of Idaho in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering and received a Master of Business Administration degree from Boise State University in 2008.   Grow is a leader in her field and involved in a number of industry groups, currently or previously serving on various committees and boards associated with the Western Electricity Coordinating Council, Northwest Power Pool, National Hydropower Association, Pacific Northwest Utilities Conference Committee and the Department of Energy Electricity Advisory Committee.   Grow was on the advisory committee of, and presented at, the University of Idaho’s Energy Executive Course (formerly UEC), an internationally-recognized training program for industry executives worldwide. She also serves on the university’s Foundation Board and is a past member of the advisory boards for the University of Idaho College of Engineering and the Boise State College of Engineering.   She served on the board of the Idaho division of the American Heart Association and currently serves on the St. Luke’s Health System Board of Directors. Grow is also a Hope Society Member of the Women’s and Children’s Alliance.   ----------------------------------------------------------     About the Podcast:   Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends!     Follow Us Online At:   Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo...   Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R...   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

The COVID Vaccine has come with a lot of opinion. In the recent weeks there have been various false claims made about the COVID Vaccine being spread across Idaho - in this episode Dr. Pate debunks some of those myths and speaks to what the future of Idaho looks like. Discussion on COVID Vaccines starts at 19:50. Also in this episode, we discuss what it takes to be a good leader and how you can take practical steps to better lead teams. David Pate is the former President & CEO of St. Luke’s Health System in Boise, Idaho. During his tenure, the eight-hospital system was consistently recognized for improvements in care quality and outcomes. David joined St. Luke’s in 2009 following executive positions with St. Luke’s Episcopal Health System in Houston. During his time at the helm, he helped transform St. Luke’s into an integrated health-care delivery system that includes service partnerships and relationships with other healthcare organizations throughout the region. He also committed to developing value-based care, shifting more than one-third of the organization’s revenue under risk agreements, mostly global capitation. Dr. Pate and his team focused on driving quality and safety throughout the organization, and the system has been recognized as a top 15 Health System by IBM Watson Health for six consecutive years. It is routinely recognized as an emerging health system of note as the transformation of health care in America continues. A noted thought leader, Dr. Pate is an author, teacher and sought-after lecturer. He received his bachelor’s degree from Rice University, his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and his law degree cum laude from the University of Houston Law Center. He completed his residency training at Baylor College of Medicine, is board-certified in internal medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Read more of Dr. Pate’s Blog here: https://drpatesblog.com Follow David Pate on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/drpatesblog?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Follow Tommy Ahlquist on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TommyAhlquist Follow Bill Whitacre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheresbillw ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

This episode is focused on ALL things Boise State University as we discuss the future of BSU with their 7th President, Dr. Marlene Tromp. Her perspective will inspire and uplift you.  On July 1, 2019, Dr. Marlene Tromp became the seventh President of Boise State University and, in honor of her inauguration, developed an endowment for the Presidential True Blue Scholarship to assist more Idaho residents with the opportunity to attend college. Since her arrival, she has focused on teaching, research and service by spearheading the Community Impact Program, providing educational opportunities to Idaho’s rural communities and the Hometown Challenge, which helps students return home to give back in their communities. She formed strategic partnerships with industry, higher education and government by launching the Institute for Pervasive Cybersecurity and oversaw a record breaking year of $58 million in research awards. In 2020, she propelled Boise State as a national thought leader and clearinghouse to support student engagement and wellbeing through the Project Launchpad Summit, a collaborative national effort to respond to the challenges our students are facing, and with Bronco Gap Year, which has provided students with a low-cost, flexible and individualized college learning experience. More on Dr. Tromp’s Bio bio here: https://www.boisestate.edu/president/ See what BSU is up to here: https://www.boisestate.edu Follow Dr. Marlene Tromp on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marlenetromp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marlenetromp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtromp1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlene-tromp-64986831/ ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

This brand new podcast episode will help you gain a new perspective on business and personal growth strategies, primarily in the digital landscape in 2021. We are excited to welcome back David Mckinzie back on the podcast for his second time on the show. David Mckinzie is a dedicated, driven and highly effective communication broadcast professional and Entrepreneur. David (AKA Dmac) is a former BSU Football Player and is now part of two successful startups, Bow Tie Hustle and Dmac Entertainment! He has hosted events like Miss Idaho and Miss Meridian and has also been involved with the production and casting of the CBS TV show Big Brother. David’s goal is to build and help build multiple brands through Entrepreneurship while continuing his success in entertainment regarding hosting events and other TV shows as well. Listening to this episode is sure to inspire you. David's perspective is motivating and his personality is contagious. Follow David on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmac_1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidMckinzie1 TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMejw1p3K/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.mckinzieiii LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mckinzie-iii-7b93a0133/ ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

It’s been just under two months since Coach Andy Avalos was hired as Boise State’s Football coach. Within that timeframe he’s hired new staff and added players. What does the future of BSU Football look like? What direction is Coach Avalos looking to take the team? Get to know Coach Avalos better through this episode as he answers these questions and others. You will feel the passion and grit in his voice - he’s here to do business. Before coming Head Coach, Andy was also a former player at BSU. During his tenure as a linebacker at Boise State, he amassed 365 tackles, which was fourth all-time in Boise State history. He also led Boise State in tackles every year from 2002–2004. He was named first-team All-Western Athletic Conference honors in 2003 and 2004. In 2016, he was listed in the top 30 players in Boise State history since Boise State installed their famous blue turf in 1986. Avalos had a 92-yard interception return for a touchdown in the 2004 Liberty Bowl. Andy went on to work at schools including his alma mater Boise State and Oregon as an assistant before returning to Boise State to become their head football coach.  Also joining us in this podcast is Korey Hall, former NFL fullback and Boise State Bronco. Korey also went on to win Super Bowl XLV with the team over the Pittsburgh Steelers. In this episode Korey and Coach Avalos reminisce on their time as roommates and discuss the future of BSU Football. Korey is now a Construction Manager at Ball Ventures Ahlquist. ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

Crush The Curve Idaho is a nonprofit organization, which is dedicated to helping fight the novel coronavirus. They started in the early phases of the pandemic in hopes to help our community get back to work by safely assessing, testing and tracing for COVID-19. The Crush The Curve Idaho strike force is made up of Idaho businesses, innovators, and leaders working to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Their mission is to get Idaho back to work through a statewide awareness campaign and by offering testing for COVID-19 active virus and antibodies. Crush The Curve Idaho will deliver information and testing to crush the curve and then keep it flat in Idaho. But how did Crush The Curve Idaho come about? What do operations look like day to day? How is testing deployed to regions all over the state and Treasure Valley?  We dive into how Crush The Curve Idaho makes it all come together with Tina Upson, Executive Director. This episode will not only educate you on all that Crush The Curve Idaho does, but also brings to light where Idaho is headed and how to stay safe during the holidays.  Learn more about Crush The Curve Idaho here: https://crushthecurveidaho.com ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

Jim Souza MD is the Vice President, CMO and practicing pulmonologist at St. Luke's Health System located in Meridian, Idaho.  On this episode of the Inspire Excellence podcast, we talk about how the virus is treated in hospitals, what frontline teams are experiencing, and what’s ahead for how we live with COVID-19 in our community. We also dive into discussion about why people should be wearing masks and what the rollout of the vaccine will be like for Idaho.  ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and share with your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

We are grateful to have Mike Boren on the Inspire Excellence podcast. This episode we dive into Mike's background and get to know him as a business and family man. Mike shares with us tips and advice that he has learned about work-life balance and how to keep customers and clients happy. Mike is one of the founders of Clearwater Analytics. Clearwater was founded in 2004 by David Boren, Michael Boren, and Douglas Bates. Prior to founding Clearwater, David, Michael, and Douglas founded Clearwater Advisors, an institutional fixed-income investment advisor, where they developed the concept for Clearwater. In 2019, Clearwater Analytics was named Technology Firm of the Year at the Insurance Asset Management Awards and Best Software Solution at the UK & European Captive Review Awards. Clearwater Analytics is among the leading provider of web-based investment portfolio accounting, reporting, and reconciliation services for corporate treasuries, insurance companies, and asset managers. It provides solutions for both separately-managed and commingled accounts. Clearwater is a privately held company headquartered in Boise, Idaho, with additional offices in London, England; Edinburgh, Scotland; New York City, USA and Noida, India. Clearwater reports on over $3.5 trillion in investment assets. They now employ more than 650 people. Enjoy this episode and share it with your friends/colleagues!  ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

We are grateful to have Mike Boren on the Inspire Excellence podcast. This episode we dive into Mike's background and get to know him as a business and family man. Mike shares with us tips and advice that he has learned about work-life balance and how to keep customers and clients happy. Mike is one of the founders of Clearwater Analytics. Clearwater was founded in 2004 by David Boren, Michael Boren, and Douglas Bates. Prior to founding Clearwater, David, Michael, and Douglas founded Clearwater Advisors, an institutional fixed-income investment advisor, where they developed the concept for Clearwater. In 2019, Clearwater Analytics was named Technology Firm of the Year at the Insurance Asset Management Awards and Best Software Solution at the UK & European Captive Review Awards. Clearwater Analytics is among the leading provider of web-based investment portfolio accounting, reporting, and reconciliation services for corporate treasuries, insurance companies, and asset managers. It provides solutions for both separately-managed and commingled accounts. Clearwater is a privately held company headquartered in Boise, Idaho, with additional offices in London, England; Edinburgh, Scotland; New York City, USA and Noida, India. Clearwater reports on over $3.5 trillion in investment assets. They now employ more than 650 people. Enjoy this episode and share it with your friends/colleagues!  ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

Season 3 of the Inspire Excellence Podcast is back in full force! We are happy to be back and have such an incredible line-up of guests. This episode is with Brad Wiskirchen. Many examples of life changing mentors are shared and tips for and how you can seek out a mentor in your career path are discussed. Learning from others and their experiences and then applying that into your own life will help real growth and development. Bradley J. Wiskirchen is the founding CEO at Kount—which is the premier fraud prevention solution for card-not present transactions. Kount protects many of the world’s largest card-not-present merchants, and some of the largest acquiring banks and payment platforms. Kount is owned by CVC Capital Partners and Keynetics Inc. Prior to December 2015, Wiskirchen was also CEO of Keynetics and Executive Chairman of Keynetics’ other subsidiary, ClickBank. Wiskirchen joined Keynetics in 2005. Under his guidance, Keynetics became one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest privately held technology companies, and ClickBank grew to be one of the world’s largest online retailers of digital goods. Among his many other community involvements, Wiskirchen was the Chairman of the Board of the Salt Lake City Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco in 2014 and 2015. He was a member of the board for three years prior to serving as the Chairman.  He currently serves on the High-Level Advisory Group of the International Monetary Fund’s Interdepartmental Working Group on Finance and Technology. He was awarded a J.D. from the University of Notre Dame, and a B.A. from Brigham Young University. More about Kount: In 2006, the idea for Kount was created on the back of a napkin during a sushi lunch. In 2007, Kount officially launched in Boise, Idaho. Innovation drives Kount and as the leader in digital fraud prevention, the company holds 29 patents. The company received an $80 million investment from CVC Capital Partners in 2016, which contributed to the company’s growth. Kount expanded into their new global headquarters in the heart of downtown Boise in 2019. Enjoy this incredible insightful episode! ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

The Inspire Excellence Podcast is back for Season 3!  We could not be more excited to have the podcast back in full swing and with an incredible line up! With this new season, we also have a new co-host that we are excited to announce! Let us Introduce you to Bill Whitacre.  Bill Whitacre is one of the brightest minds in Idaho. Bill was J.R. Simplot's 6th CEO since Company founder Jack Simplot stepped down in 1973. He retired after an 18-year career with Simplot, and his final nine years as Chief Executive Officer. Headquartered in Boise, today the J. R. Simplot Company is a vertically integrated, global agribusiness powerhouse and one of the largest privately held companies in America, employing more than 10,000 people worldwide. Nearly a third of those employees reside in the Boise Valley. “Bill has been a highly successful and visionary leader who has helped the J.R. Simplot Company reach new heights and expand our global presence,” said Scott Simplot, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “The Company, the Board and the extended Simplot Family thank him for his leadership and commitment.” Whitacre joined Simplot in March 2000 as president of Simplot’s turf and horticulture business.  In 2002, he was appointed president of the Simplot AgriBusiness Group and was named CEO in 2009. Whitacre has more than 40 years of experience in the agriculture industry.    As CEO of the J. R. Simplot Company, Whitacre expanded the Company’s international footprint and enhanced its position with communities, industries, customers and employees. By strengthening the Company’s competitive position and growing its global presence, Whitacre has overseen an increase in revenues from approximately $4.5 billion to $6 billion today. “It has been an honor to lead this great Company,” said Whitacre.  “The agriculture industry continues to offer significant opportunities and the J. R. Simplot Company is well positioned to continue its leadership position earned over the past 90 years.” Today, Bill spends his time serving the community and traveling across the globe on his motorcycle.  ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

What tools and processes can I utilize as a leader to remain calm and make effective decisions for my business during a time of crisis? How do I know where to start? What are trusted available resources? How do I best utilize the current COVID19 resources? How do I not just survive a crisis but set my business up for success after it passes? All these questions and more answered in this podcast episode with the CEO of Ataraxis, Inc. , Stephen Cilley.  Stephen has 20+ years as a business owner, owning and developing multiple businesses in the insurance claims, process management and professional employer industries. Having built the businesses from the ground up, working all aspects of the business at some point, Stephen has a great understanding of what it takes to own, run and manage not only the business, but also the people. “Help your people succeed in their positions, and they will help your company grow.” Stephens goal is to help other businesses succeed and grow. ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to have conversations that shed new light on different perspectives to create a dialog that inspires excellence. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Troy McClain, CEO of Tovuti Learning Systems and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

"We can get through this."  With everything going on in the world including the COVID virus, natural disasters and so much more - Jason Coombs walks us through how we can manage behavioral and emotional health during a crisis. Jason describes his journey in his own words here, "I have effectively guided thousands of addicted individuals and their families out of the chaos and into recovery. I am a person in long-term recovery myself and so I've been there. I now lead a nationally accredited substance abuse treatment center, Brick House Recovery. I'm a professional TEDx speaker, consultant, and leadership expert." Brick House Recovery was established in 2014 when our founder noticed an aching need in the Treasure Valley community: high-quality, private, faith-based addiction recovery. Since that time, our goal has been to provide exceptional and effective treatment for adults struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. https://brickhouserecovery.com Get his book here: https://unhooked.brickhouserecovery.com ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to have conversations that shed new light on different perspectives to create a dialog that inspires excellence. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Troy McClain, CEO of Tovuti Learning Systems and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

In the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, the largest earthquake in decades striked Idaho yesterday - what is there to worry about and what is next? The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 6.5 magnitude earthquake in central Idaho at approximately 5:52 pm on Tuesday. The quake struck approximately 72 miles northeast of Boise, originating at a depth of 6.2 miles. No injuries or damage have so far been reported. The last time Idaho had been rocked by such a powerful quake was 36 years ago in 1983, when a 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck east of the Lost River fault zone. Listen to this podcast to get the most up to date information from Larry as of April 1, 2020. Larry Gebert began his broadcasting career in 1977 working for a radio station while he was completing his degree at Carroll College in Helena, Montana. He began working in television the following year in Great Falls, Montana as a Sports Caster where he eventually became News Director in 1980. He also worked in Billings, Montana for 3 years before moving to Boise in 1983. Larry has been with Idaho's NewsChannel 7 since 1992 working as a meteorologist. Larry's family includes wife Julie and sons Austin, Michael and David. When he is not in the KTVB studio predicting the weather, Larry is very active in the community. His hobbies include water skiing, scuba diving, and coaching youth sports. ---------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to have conversations that shed new light on different perspectives to create a dialog that inspires excellence. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Troy McClain, CEO of Tovuti Learning Systems and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

The coronavirus pandemic has placed extraordinary demands on leaders in business and beyond. What is the best way to respond? What is some key financial advice to get through a time of crisis? Kent Oram has some answers for us.  Kent Oram is the CEO of Idaho Central Credit Union, one of the fastest growing credit unions in the Nation. He oversees the overall operation of the Credit Union including budget administration, management of security, safety, and soundness, ensures compliance with Federal and state regulations, and implements programs to keep the Credit Union competitive in the financial industry.   Kent began his career in 1984 as the Data Processing Manager, and in 1986 was promoted to Executive Vice President. He has been in his current position as CEO since 2007. Kent believes the key to a successful organization is employee engagement and is on a journey to build a culture at Idaho Central that is world class. Team members have embraced Kent's vision and Idaho Central Credit Union was named Best Place to Work in Idaho five consecutive years; 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. He was also named as a CEO of Influence by the Idaho Business Review in 2018. ICCU is currently constructing a 125,000-square-foot five-story office building is located on I-84 and Eagle Rd in Meridian, Idaho. BVA Development is the project developer. Enjoy this podcast - Kent is dynamic and engaging! There is a lot to learn from him. ----------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to have conversations that shed new light on different perspectives to create a dialog that inspires excellence. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Troy McClain, CEO of Tovuti Learning Systems and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on whatever platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...

President Donald Trump on Friday, March 27, 2020 signed the massive $2 trillion stimulus package into law during a signing ceremony in the Oval Office. Who will get what and when from the $2 trillion relief package?? Ryan Cleverley gives us clarity and updates on the information you need to know.  As the CFO and COO of BVA, Ryan brings an array of experience to the company. While attending Boise State University and earning his Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, he worked for Key Bank gaining a basic understanding of the financial system and its effects on the business world. Upon graduation, Ryan went to work for Arthur Andersen as an auditor, working closely with both large public companies and small private companies. This experience would prove valuable to his career and built upon on his finance and accounting base. After leaving the world of public accounting, he jumped into the media business, working for the local NBC affiliate, KTVB Channel 7 in Boise, Idaho. He worked as both the Controller and Human Resources Manager, both of which provided incredible experiences that would enhance both his work and personal life. He also has worked for other companies in similar roles before joining MWI Veterinary Supply, a publicly traded company. In 2013, Ryan joined Gardner Company as the VP of Asset Management, overseeing asset management, property management, human resources, construction costs, among other areas. He feels that his extensive background across multiple industries and job experiences uniquely qualify him to help BVA become a successful development company. In his free time, Ryan has dedicated his time to family, God and community. He enjoys watching his five children alongside his wife, Richelle, participate in various sports and navigate the journey of life. There is nothing more fulfilling than spending time with family while serving others and helping out where he can. ------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to have conversations that shed new light on different perspectives to create a dialog that inspires excellence. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Troy McClain, CEO of Tovuti Learning Systems and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on whatever platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends!  Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo...  Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R...  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...  Submit a Nomination for the Inspire Excellence Awards: www.inspireexcellenceidaho.org/nominations

With more than 80 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Blaine County, Idaho - it now has more cases of COVID-19 per capita than anywhere in the U.S.A.. At least fourteen of the cases involve health care workers and at least two people have died from COVID-19. Some of the West's first known COVID-19 cases came from ski resorts that draw visitors from around the world. While resort towns like this can typically house a lot of tourists, St. Luke's only has 25 hospital beds. The hospital has had dozens of COVID-related admissions and ultimately shut down except for the emergency department.  Dr. Jim Torres Is on the front lines as an ER doctor in Blaine County. Jim graduated from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine of New York University in 1985. Dr. Torres II works in Ketchum, ID and 2 other locations and specializes in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Torres II is affiliated with St Luke's Boise Medical Center, St Luke's Meridian Medical Center and St Luke's Wood River Medical Center. ------------------------------------------------------- About the Podcast: Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to have conversations that shed new light on different perspectives to create a dialog that inspires excellence. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Troy McClain, CEO of Tovuti Learning Systems and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on whatever platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends! Follow Us Online At: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo... Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-... Submit a Nomination for the Inspire Excellence Awards: www.inspireexcellenceidaho.org/nominations