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Jason McCree, senior human resources generalist from Northwest Cosmetic Labs, will discuss:

• Recruitment and hiring
• Onboarding and orientation
• Training and development
• Pay and benefits
• Internal communication
• Termination and outplacement

The meeting is sponsored by the Employer-Labor Networking Committee (ELNC)

Chair – Mike Patten, BBSI

Space is limited. Please RSVP by Tuesday, Jan. 16.

When

Wednesday, Jan.17, 2018

11 a.m. – noon

Where

Idaho Department of Labor

430 N. 5th Ave., Pocatello

Contact

Mike Myers

(208) 236-6710 ext. 3839

Michael.myers@labor.idaho.gov

E-Mail To RSVP

Michael.myers@labor.idaho.gov

NEWS MEDIA CONTACTS:
Sarah Neumann (208) 526-0490, sarah.neumann@inl.gov
Lori McNamara (208) 526-1508, lori.mcnamara@inl.gov

Idaho National Laboratory a major contributor to Idaho’s economy

In fiscal year 2017, Idaho National Laboratory operations added $1.94 billion to Idaho’s gross domestic product, and the lab spent $139 million with Idaho businesses.

Those are just two of the key findings in INL’s Research & Development Economic Impact Summary for FY 2017.

Other highlights include:

• INL directly employed an average of 4,256 workers during the fiscal year. That makes the laboratory contractor Battelle Energy Alliance Idaho’s sixth-largest private employer and ninth-largest employer when compared to all public and private businesses.
• INL increased personal income in Idaho by $862 million. INL economic impacts accounted for 1.3 percent of all personal income in the state.
• Nearly $935 million of economic output was generated through INL suppliers and employee household spending.
• INL operations accounted for 12,027 jobs across Idaho, a 6.7 percent increase over FY 2016.
• INL spent $139 million with Idaho subcontractors located throughout the state.
• Battelle Energy Alliance employees contributed more than $610,000 to charitable giving.

“It’s rewarding to see the positive impact we have on Idaho’s economy,” INL Director Mark Peters said. “Ultimately, that means we are improving the lives of all Idahoans and their communities.”

The annual summary report was prepared by the Rexburg-based Research & Business Development Center. The FY 2017 Research & Development Economic Impact Summary is available online at this link. The economic impacts identified in the report only include operations managed by Battelle Energy Alliance and do not include the impacts of the U.S. Department of Energy cleanup contractor, the DOE itself, or the Naval Reactors Facility.

Idaho National Laboratory is one of the U.S. Department of Energy’s national laboratories. The laboratory performs work in each of DOE’s strategic goal areas: energy, national security, science and environment. INL is the nation’s leading center for nuclear energy research and development. Day-to-day management and operation of the laboratory is the responsibility of Battelle Energy Alliance.

See more INL news at www.inl.gov. Follow @INL on Twitter or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/IdahoNationalLaboratory.

From left, Mary Johnson, Mayor Brian Blad, Amy Rhoads, Mike Ennis, Brandon Lance, Mayor Kevin England, Todd Blackinton, Lon Crowell, Shaun Menchaca, John Regetz and Jim Johnston.

The Bannock Development Corporation received an investment from the Portneuf Health Partners today at a ceremony in the Portneuf Medical Center. Portneuf Health Partners were recognized for supporting the economic development organization since constructing the Medical Center in 2011. Bannock Development Corporation assisted with developing the Medical Center from the preceding county hospital.

Brandon Lance, Chair, Bannock Development Corporation, expressed appreciation for several of the roles that Portneuf Health Partners fill in the community. “Bannock Development Corp wants to thank and recognize Portneuf Health Partners for their very strong support, symbolized by today’s event. We also want to recognize them for being the largest private employer in the Pocatello-Chubbuck community, providing about 1,500 jobs for our neighbors. And of course, we all appreciate Portneuf Health Partners for providing quality, comprehensive health care to our community,” said Lance.

Portneuf Health Partners have been a strong proponent of economic development to grow the Bannock County area’s economy. Todd Blackinton, Marketing/Public Relations Director said, “Portneuf is proud to support economic development throughout Bannock County. With our 1,500 employees, Portneuf is truly local through and through. We see neighbors caring for neighbors at the bedside. We also see that our unique ownership structure gives a strong, local voice through the Portneuf Health Trust to guide the delivery of healthcare. The Trust can then funnel wellness resources back into our county.”

Blackinton and Shaun Menchaca, CEO of Portneuf Health Trust, presented a check for $20,000 to Bannock Development to support their efforts, including expansion of current employers and recruitment of new ones. “Supporting Bannock Development is all about bringing great jobs to our community. Great jobs allow people to live their dreams, support their families and enjoy all of the wonderful opportunities that exist in Bannock County. Great things are ahead for economic development in the area and Bannock Development is crucial for that growth, said Menchaca.” Recent projects assisted have included Great Western Malting’s expansion, Zip Kit Homes location, the FBI expansion and the YourFIT career awareness program.