Kylee was raised in northern Idaho and became a resident of Post Falls in 2021. She graduated from Lake City High School then attend North Idaho College. Kylee started at Global Credit Union a little over 6 years ago and worked her way up to become the Branch Manager of the Post Falls branch.
Kylee joined the Post Falls Chamber Ambassador Committee in 2019 and has enjoyed all the opportunities that the Chamber offers. She has attended many of the Chamber’s events, making many new connections and learning about the many businesses that make up our Post Falls community.
Following her parents and other family members, who had made a move a year earlier, Kristin and the “love of her life” and husband of 18 years packed up a 3-month-old baby boy, a set of 13-year-old twin girls, and all their belongings, and headed for a better future in Coeur d’Alene. This journey was hard but worth every second of the planning and packing.
Kristin purchased a local scrapbooking business with her mother and sister and realized how much she loved meeting her new home city’s many patrons and community members. When the recession hit, Kristin had to join many other community members and close the scrapbooking business. Ever resilient, Kristin enrolled in an NIC Workforce Training Program and earned her CNA Certificate.
As a previous fitness trainer, Kristin knew she loved working with people and helping them improve their lives. In 2011, with a certificate in hand, she went to work for Guardian Angel Homes Assisted Living & Memory Care in Post Falls as a Caregiver. Having mastered the Caregiver position, Kristin set her sights on growth within the company and worked her way to the position she currently holds as Director of Community Outreach.
Kristin loves helping families find the loving, nurturing environment they seek for their loved ones. A place where families have the peace of knowing their loved ones are safe. She also loves being involved in many of the area’s community groups, such as Women in Business.
Darlene, a longtime Post Falls resident, moved here in 1988. She graduated from North Idaho College and completed her education at Lewis Clark State College and Gonzaga University. Darlene became the Marketing Manager for The Metropolitan Performing Arts Center in Spokane for 8 years, became a realtor in 2004, and began working with Kirbi Swanson at Treaty Rock Realty in 2016.
Darlene and her realtor daughter, Julia Boord, want to give back to their community, so they began hosting successful real estate classes, “How to Buy a Home With 100% Financing,” at the Workforce Training Center in Post Falls. Julia is also a designated Senior Real Estate Specialist.
Darlene has been a member and Ambassador for the Post Falls Chamber since 2017. She volunteers many hours at Chamber events and meets new people in our community, always with a smile.
She volunteers to support the Chamber’s many events, along with helping at The Fox Theater in Spokane.
She enjoys her large family, including her husband, son, two daughters, a granddaughter, and a cat and dog. Darlene enjoys many activities that the Northwest offers, including tap dancing, and would like to finish a Spartan race in Montana with her kids this spring!
Chris moved to Post Falls in 1974 and worked for the City from 1978-2008. She rose through the ranks there as the Deputy Clerk, Administrator Clerk, and City Clerk. Chris has been a longtime member and volunteer in the community, belonging to the Post Falls Community Volunteers, Historical Society, and American Legion and volunteering with the Boys and Girls Club and the Senior Center.
Chris joined the Post Falls Chamber Ambassadors Committee in 2010 and has been a SUPERSTAR committee member, participating in almost all of the committee’s Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings, and Business Appreciation Visits.
Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, and Rathdrum Chambers of Commerce
Thursday, January 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m.
Call to Order and Introductions
Present: Christa Hazel, Dean Haagenson, Luke Russel, Kiki Miller, Mike Bullard, Lauren Benedict, Katie Rose Hargreaves, Christina Petite. Present by Zoom: Doug Elliot, Nick Swayne, Nikki Swanye, Marc Kilmer, Caleb Davis, Caiti Bobbitt, Griffen Dietrich, Sandy Patano, Ashley Cameron, Damon Darakjy, Doug, Nicki Swayne, Mark Kilmer.
Federal Update: given by Mark Kilmer from Senator Risch’s office, national issues.
Local Update: Kiki Miller from CdA City Council reported on impact fees being raised, housing efforts, growth issues, and Housing Solution Partnership.
Report on State of the State:
Christa Hazel of North Idaho Republicans reported on the Governor’s State of the State address, mentioning positive initiatives she believes are important for business including Idaho Launch and response to the Fentanyl crisis. Christa Hazel emphasized new rules for the Republican Caucus on March 2: Registered Republicans must have their individual mailed postcards and must be physically present to participate. Venue to be announced. Watch the website. Sandy Patano mentioned the Capital Letters Newsletter with Highlights, Published for free by Idaho Statesman at:
Another useful resource is the free newsletter by Idaho Capital Sun.
Other items:
We agreed to host a State of the County event on May 10. Kristina will take the lead on the venue and details. Legislative priorities of the chamber will be sent out before the next meeting so we can prepare questions for County leaders.
We hope to reestablish bimonthly calls with our legislators during upcoming meetings.
The CdA Chamber reported that, as part of its revitalization, it is going to set up its own Public Policy Committee which will liaise with the Joint Public Policy Committee and work together on most things.
The League of Women Voters is hosting a free public educational event on open primaries/alternative voting methods, to be held at two locations on Sunday, February 18. One will be at the Post Falls Library from noon to 2 PM and at the CdA Library from 3 to 5 PM. Speakers will include Luke Mayfield from Reclaim Idaho. The League will provide a digital flier and other info so the Chamber can help publicize.
2024 Planned Chamber Events:
January 16th Connect luncheon Glen Miles KNPO. Sign up online
February 1 Governor Little luncheon address and Q&A.
Adjourn 12:00 p.m.
The public is invited. Tables can be sponsored by members for $1000 hosted.
