Kootenay Influencers

Human resources and communication are Jodi Gravelle’s main focuses in her position as COO for the ʔaq̓am Community.

Brenda Palmer believes that we should value our time as much or more than we do our money, and invest both wisely.

Joy Barrett combines creativity and hard-headed business sense in her work as cultural development officer for the City of Nelson, B.C.

Due in large part to technology, the workplace is becoming a colder, lonelier place. Eric Termuende is on a mission to change that.

“I don’t want anyone to fall through the cracks. If there’s someone in need, I want the community to be able to help.” —Mike Gray

“I know I can’t change the whole world, but I can make a positive difference in the small world around me.” — Karl Sterzer

As an elected representative in Kootenay-Boundary and a volunteer on several local boards, Roly Russell is a person of influence.

These Castlegar residents demonstrate the vision, patience and work ethic that it takes to grow their community.

As a people person, networker, relationship builder and idea guy, Fernie’s Andy Cohen uses his influence to benefit the East Kootenay region.

Jack Moes, dean of trades and technology at College of the Rockies, has an affinity for relevant, practical, applied learning.

Wayne Stetski, MP for Kootenay-Columbia, believes in non-partisanship and working collaboratively to make a better Canada.

These are some of the community-loving businesspeople who are making a difference in Revelstoke, B.C.

Community support has many forms and many faces in Kimberley, B.C.

Among the best of the natural resources in Sparwood, B.C., are the citizens who love and support the community.

Cranbrook’s new CAO has identified the city’s priorities, strengths and opportunities, and established a culture of customer service.

Cranbrook’s prosperity and viability depend on people of vision and energy, like the four we feature here.