Jobs Plus Renamed to Coeur d’Alene Area Economic Development Corporation

Jobs Plus has changed its name to Coeur d’Alene Area Economic Development Corporation (CdAEDC). Look for the organization's new logo, website and social media venues, all coming soon thanks to the students at the North Idaho Collee Graphics Design Program.

CdAEDC is focused on promoting economic development in North Idaho. Since 1987, over 90 companies have taken the opportunity to expand or relocate to the Coeur d’Alene, Idaho area. The strong and vibrant economic options of North Idaho are surpassed only by the quality and beauty that surrounds it. To learn more, visit http://www.relocatetoidaho.org.

North Central Idaho SBDC Offers Marketing Courses

North Central Idaho Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Lewiston, Idaho is offering new courses on online marketing for business owners and those considering starting a small business. Topics include website basics and construction, Google optimization and social media. A detailed list of classes and dates can be found here.

Courses will be held at the SBDC at 406 Main Street in Lewiston. Capacity for 12 participants. For more information or to register, please contact: Idaho Small Business Development Center at 208-792-2465 or visit www.idahosbdc.org/regional-training/.

Latah Credit Union Announces Glenda J. Hart Educational Scholarship Opportunity

Applications for Latah Credit Union's Glenda J. Hart Educational Scholarship are now available. The credit union will award two $500.00 scholarships. One scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from a high school in Latah and Benewah Counties and one will be awarded to a full-time student already enrolled in a 4-year college or university or 2-year technical/professional program. The deadline for applications is March 31, 2017.

Applications are available at www.latahcu.coop. Completed applications and any accompanying documentation must be received no later than 5:00 pm on March 31, 2017 at the main office of Latah Credit Union. Mail completed applications to Latah Credit Union, Attn: Scholarship Committee, PO Box 9286, Moscow, ID 83843.

 To download an application or learn more about Latah Credit Union services, visit the website at www.latahcu.coop or contact moscow@latahcu.coop. Scholarship awardees will be notified by mail no later than April 28, 2017.

Partnership for Economic Prosperity Hires Executive Director, Drives Economic Growth

The Partnership for Economic Prosperity (PEP) announced that Gina Taruscio of Moscow has been selected as Executive Director of the organization, effective Jan. 9, 2017. Taruscio was previously the executive director of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce.

PEP was formed as a partnership among the City of Moscow, Latah County. University of Idaho, Moscow Chamber of Commerce and area businesses to assist in job creation, business growth, retention and attraction, and helping to promote innovative and sustainable solutions that improve the economic vitality of communities in Latah County. PEP is committed to the work of helping business expand and create jobs.

To learn more about PEP, visit www.moscowchamber.com/partnership-for-economic-properties.