Elevation 740

Elevation 740

A community-minded show that features local businesses and community members to discuss the past, present, and current projects going on in the LC Vally and beyond.

  1. Sep 22

    Growing Business & Tourism in the LC Valley | Episode 205

    n this episode of Elevation 740, host Mark Losh, CEO of the LC Valley Chamber of Commerce, sits down with Mark Brigham, Port of Clarkston Commissioner, for an in-depth conversation about economic development, business growth, jobs, tourism, river commerce, and the future of the Lewis-Clark Valley.Mark Brigham shares his personal history growing up in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley, his career in human resources and economic development, and how his experience led him to serve as a commissioner for the Port of Clarkston.The conversation also explores how the Port of Clarkston is helping businesses expand, attracting new investment, supporting family-wage jobs, and developing valuable waterfront property. Mark also discusses the Port’s relationship with local businesses, and how strategic land development can create opportunities for long-term economic growth.Whether you’re interested in economic development in the LC Valley, Port of Clarkston news, Lewiston-Clarkston business growth, Snake River tourism, Washington ports, Idaho business development, workforce opportunities, or the future of the Lewis-Clark Valley, this episode offers an informative look at what’s happening behind the scenes. #Elevation740 #PortOfClarkston #LCValley #LewistonIdaho #ClarkstonWashington #LewisClarkValley #EconomicDevelopment #SnakeRiver #IdahoBusiness #WashingtonBusiness #LocalBusiness #BusinessDevelopment #EconomicGrowth #CruiseTourism #SnakeRiverCruises #EasternWashington #NorthCentralIdaho #LCValleyChamber

  2. 12/18/2025

    Celebrating Agriculture in the LC Valley: A Conversation with Steve Boyer | Episode 110

    In this episode of Elevation 740, hosted by Mark Losh, CEO of the LC Valley Chamber of Commerce, we sit down with Steve Boyer of Boyer Land and Cattle to celebrate agriculture.Steve shares the rich, multi-generational history of the Boyer family, from humble beginnings in the late 1950s to building a thriving dryland farming and cattle operation. This conversation highlights the realities of farming, the importance of generational agriculture, and how technology, markets, and family have shaped the industry over decades.Key topics discussed in this episode: • The Boyer family’s farming roots and history in the LC Valley • Dryland farming, wheat production, and crop rotation in the region • The rise and fall of peas, lentils, garbanzo beans, and wheat markets • Boom-and-bust cycles in agriculture and today’s economic challenges • How farming technology and equipment have evolved over time • Generational farming and the role of family in sustaining agriculture • Advice for young people considering a future in farming • The future of agriculture in the Lewis-Clark Valley and beyondThis episode is a heartfelt look at what it takes to keep family farms alive in America—and why agriculture remains deeply woven into the fabric of our community.🎧 Subscribe to Elevation 740 for more conversations with local leaders, business owners, and community voices shaping the LC Valley.Thank you for listening, and we’ll see you on the next episode of Elevation 740.

    Celebrating Agriculture in the LC Valley: A Conversation with Steve Boyer | Episode 110
  3. 11/20/2025

    The Future of the Port of Lewiston: A Conversation with Scott Corbitt | Episode 109

    Join Mark Losh, CEO of the LC Valley Chamber of Commerce, as he sits down with Scott Corbitt, General Manager of the Port of Lewiston, to discuss the essential role of the Port and exciting new ventures driving economic growth in the Lewis-Clark Valley.This episode dives into the crucial balance of maintaining key infrastructure while innovating for the future.Key Topics Discussed:The Power of Barging: Learn about the massive economic impact of river transport on the agricultural community, including how one barge takes approximately 140 semi-trucks off the road. The cost advantage for local wheat farmers is approximately 50 cents to a dollar per bushel.Broadband as Economic Lifeline: Scott shares details on two major broadband initiatives, including the groundbreaking Intra-Idaho Middle Mile Broadband Network stretching from Moscow to Grangeville.Community-Owned Fiber: Discover the plan to bring high-speed broadband to every address in Lewiston through a new non-profit, Confluence Fiber. The network is being built without taxpayer dollars or Port debt, with ultimate ownership returning to the community.Tourism and the River: An update on the Port’s flourishing cruise ship business, which expects to bring in approximately 20,000 tourists and generate about $16 million in benefits this year.Fostering Local Entrepreneurship: The Port's successful incubation program provides startups with subsidized space to help businesses grow out of the "garage" phase, citing Clearwater Canyon Cellars and major regional manufacturer Seakins Precision as success stories.The Future of Leadership: A discussion on the importance of the returning Leadership LC Valley program, sponsored this year by St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.Tune in to hear how the Port of Lewiston is supporting farmers, boosting tourism, and building essential infrastructure for the next generation of the Lewis-Clark Valley!

    The Future of the Port of Lewiston: A Conversation with Scott Corbitt | Episode 109

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A community-minded show that features local businesses and community members to discuss the past, present, and current projects going on in the LC Vally and beyond.