Kootenay Influencers

Diane Kalen-Sukra writes about what individuals and communities can do to stop the rising tide of incivility that is threatening our world.

The energy that Kristin Parsons brings to her role as executive director of the Cranbrook chamber has fueled new supports for the business community.

Judy Banfield of Nelson has long been a source of support and influence for people at their most vulnerable times: infancy, youth, parenthood and advanced age.

Imogen Whale, publisher of The Revelstoke Current, is a lover of reading, writing, Revelstoke and her family—not in that order, of course.

Kaslo Bay Park, Kootenay Lake and the Purcell mountains create a gorgeous natural amphitheatre for Kaslo’s summer music festival.

We’re calling Dan Wiebe an influencer in Nakusp, and he insists that he’s just one of many.

“A lot of us in the business community have put everything we have on the line for our businesses.” —Nicole Leclair

Successful in their busy day-jobs, these are people who find time and energy to enrich their community.

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

Here are a few members of Kimberley’s business community whose attitudes and practices inspire and influence others.

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

Check here for an evolving list of the visionaries, innovators and implementers in Nelson’s business community.

We’re compiling an archive of information about the treasury of business people whose support and expertise are available in Golden, B.C.

Every community has its influencers, and we’d like to applaud the members of Rossland’s business community who are making a positive difference.

Trail’s influencers demonstrate a mindset that supports Trail itself and the surrounding region

Creston is fortunate to have these people of influence working in many sectors of the community.

Smrt1 Technologies combines the convenience of the vending machine with the retail reach of the Internet and the connectivity of cellphones.

We shine a little light on a few of the business people who are leading the field in their own way in Invermere.

Mike Adams is an inspiring example of professionalism in business, generous community service, steadfast friendship and commitment to family.

Creativity, practicality and appreciation for their community drive these Fernie residents to high levels of contribution.