2008 Idaho Regional SBIR/STTR Conference

Ready..Set..Go!
"Three Steps to Success"

Evening Session Tuesday, October 28, 2008
All Day Wednesday, October 29, 2008

All Sessions and Lunch - Only $100

Doubletree Hotel Boise-Riverside
2900 Chinden Boulevard
Boise, Idaho 83714

Ready: Attend one of six local workshops. You will learn the basics of the SBIR/STTR programs, if SBIR/STTR is right for your business, and how to search for grant topics that meet your business needs.
Learn More or register, click here.

Set: Attend the 2008 Idaho Regional SBIR/STTR Conference.
• Start writing your Phase I grant proposal
• Choose from two tracks:
1. Track One: Writing your SBIR/STTR Phase I proposal
2. Track Two: The Phase II proposal, commercialization and government financials
• Learn grant writing techniques and significantly improve your chances of winning an award.
• Meet program managers from five federal agencies that have SBIR/STTR programs.
• Learn what is needed for a successful SBIR/STTR Phase I and Phase II application.

Go: Get the help you need after the conference to be successful. At the end of the conference, meet with your local economic development specialist or TechConnect or SBDC representative. These are the organizations and the people that will help coach you through the grant proposal process after the conference.

Learn More or to register, click here.

Silverlake Tire and Auto of Coeur d’Alene Gains AAA Approval

Bellevue, Wash. August 14, 2008 – AAA just made searching for a qualified and trustworthy auto repair facility in Coeur d’Alene easier by certifying Silverlake Tire and Auto as a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility.

To receive their AAA-approved status, the staff of Silverlake Tire and Auto has:
• An established history of excellent customer satisfaction and community reputation,
• Met or exceeded AAA’s standards regarding required tools and equipment,
• ASE certified technicians, and
• Maintained a clean and safe facility.

As part of the AAA approved network, Silverlake Tire and Auto has agreed to:
• Guarantee service or repairs for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first,
• Offer a written estimate, return replaced parts upon request, and have customer approval before doing any work beyond the estimate, and
• Let AAA arbitrate any disputes regarding the quality of service or repairs.

Silverlake Tire and Auto will display the AAA Approved Auto Repair logo to identify them as a reliable facility. The shop is located at 274 W Hanley and can be reached at 208-772-6081. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm. For a complete list of AAA-approved auto and auto body repair facilities, call 800-AAA-HELP or log on to www.AAA.com and click on Automotive.

KXLY Announces 30 in 30 Fitness Challenge

WHO: KXLY4 News Anchor, Dave Erickson
Ironman Triathlete

WHERE: Spokane area fitness club (Global Fitness and Oz Fitness)
Indoor Pool, Stationary Bike, Treadmill or Indoor Track

WHEN: September 1 - 30, 2008, everyday

WHY: To raise $30,000 for Cancer Patient Care, non-profit agency
100% of all money raised stays in the Inland Northwest.

Dave's "30 in 30" ... challenges the public to join his efforts by committing to 1, 5, 10 or all 30 triathlons during September and/or collect donations for it.

For Non-Triathletes: "30 Minutes of Exercise a Day, for 30 Days".

Donations / pledges can be made through www.cancerpatientcare.org
Daily updates, exercise & nutritional tips will be posted on Dave's KXLY4 blog
Corporate Sponsorship Recognition via Dave's KXLY4 blog.

Sunhine Celebration with Waddell & Reed

The Coeur d’Alene office of Waddell & Reed is hosting a ‘Sunshine Celebration!’ on August 8th from 3:00pm to 8:00pm at their office at 509 W. Hanley Ave, CdA. Free food, door prizes and giveaways will add to the live music and a chance to win a brand new Chevy Tahoe! Bring a friend and join the fun! Contact 208-765-1600 with any questions.

Mudgy and Millie Unveiled in September

The Celebration to Welcome Mudgy & Millie to Coeur d'Alene Saturday, September 13th, 2008 with the Premiere of Mudgy & Millie Children's Book and the Dedication of The Mudgy Moose Trail.

Mudgy the Moose and his playmate Millie the Mouse are whimsical creations from best selling author and Coeur d'Alene resident, Susan Nipp. With her vision and the assistance of renowned illustrator, Charles Reasoner, the two characters come to life in the new children's book, Mudgy & Millie.The hide-and-seek game depicted in the book will take form in the real world as a public art project - The Mudgy Trail.

While Mudgy the Moose ventures on his trail to find his missing friend, Millie the Mouse, children and their families can follow along through Coeur d'Alene helping Mudgy. The trail will be marked with five large bronze sculptures starting at Tubbs Hill traveling through Downtown Coeur d'Alene and ending lakeside at Independence Point. For more information and the full stroy of Mudgy and Millie please visit the official Mudgy and Millie Website.

And as always if you have any further questions, please feel free to call the Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce at (208) 664-3194.

Kroc Center Announces Marketing Position Available

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center seeks an experienced Director of Sales and Marketing. Director is responsible to develop and implement marketing and public relations plans and a membership sales campaign for the center.

Qualified applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in marketing or public relations and 3-5 years experience in a related field.

Submit resumes to elaine.mansoor@usw.salvationarmy.org or 201 E. Harrison, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 by August 15. Call (208)667-6301 for a job description.