Ever Onward Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the BVA Boardroom Podcast, we sit down with the accomplished Bobbi-Jo Meuleman, former Chief of Staff to the Governor and current CEO of the Boise Metro Chamber. In this episode, we explore Bobbi-Jo's unique journey from the political arena to the helm of a thriving chamber of commerce. Discover the leadership lessons she garnered in the world of politics a...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an engaging discussion on commercial real estate as host Tommy Ahlquist welcomes LeAnn Hume, Andrea Nilson, and Julie Kissler to BVA Boardroom podcast. Our guests guests share their background in the industry and introduce their new company, Summit Commercial Real Estate Group. They emphasize the significance of relationships and expertise in the competitive market,...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into the extraordinary as the BVA Boardroom Podcast explores the intersection of the unexplained at Skinwalker Ranch and the strategic brilliance of commercial real estate, guided by the insights and experiences of the remarkable Brandon Fugal. Brandon is a prominent business leader and holds national recognition as a market leader and has been honored as the EY Entrepreneur...

Send us Fan Mail Step into the future of commercial real estate development with Fred Bruning, the accomplished CEO of CenterCal, on this episode of the Ever Onward Podcast. Fred takes us on a journey through Ahlquist's latest projects, unveiling the strategic brilliance and innovative approaches behind each endeavor. Gain a behind-the-scenes look at the planning, challenges, and triumphs tha...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on the BVA Boardroom podcast as we talk with Matt Bauscher, Idaho's #1 realtor and former pro basketball player. Born and raised in the Treasure Valley, Matt shares insights into his journey and discusses the current conditions of the Idaho real estate market. Discover the strategies and challenges that have propelled him to success in both the court and the competiti...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in the driver's seat for the second episode of the BVA Boardroom Podcast with our guest Brian Scott. Discover the driving force behind Brian's success as we explore the intertwined legacy of his family, racing endeavors, and triumphs in the corporate world. It's a journey fueled by passion, speed, and a lasting family imprint. Watch Episode on Youtube:  ⁠ ht...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Ever Onward and our first episode since rebranding and relaunching. This first episode is titled, "Navigating Tomorrow: A 2024 Outlook with BVA COO, Ryan Cleverley." In our inaugural episode, we sit down with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Ahlquist, Ryan Cleverley, and discuss an exclusive 2024 outlook straight from the heart of strategic decision-ma...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 reques...

Send us Fan Mail 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 cu...

Send us Fan Mail 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 an...

Send us Fan Mail 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 assis...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Dma...

Send us Fan Mail 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 pass...

Send us Fan Mail 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 spre...

Send us Fan Mail 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 peopl...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Da...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 fo...

Send us Fan Mail 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 i...

Send us Fan Mail "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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 dama...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Credi...

Send us Fan Mail 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...