⭐ - Idaho Department of Commerce

As the lead economic development agency for the State of Idaho, the mission of the Idaho Department of Commerce is to foster a business-friendly environment to aid in job creation, support existing companies, strengthen communities and market Idaho to: Grow and expand the economy by supporting the expansion and retention of Idaho businesses and attraction of new businesses to the state; Cultivate the development of new businesses and job opportunities across targeted industry sectors; Expand Idaho’s tourism and recreation industries; Guide Idaho businesses in exports of goods and services to the world and encourage foreign investment in Idaho; Encourage communities to be prepared for business growth through infrastructure development and site readiness; Invest in development of new innovative research through public private partnerships.

⭐ - Idaho Lodging & Restaurant Association

The Idaho Lodging & Restaurant Association is dedicated to preserving and improving the hospitality industry in Idaho by proactively creating a favorable political and regulatory environment and promoting and delivering programs, resources and benefits that address the needs of its members to help its members succeed. Our dedicated board works tirelessly to promote and protect Idaho’s hospitality industry while growing tourism across the state.