September 9, 2004

Idaho Business Matters Debuts on NPR News 91
Radio feature produced with College of Business and Economics at Boise State University

“Idaho Business Matters” is a new radio feature being produced by Boise State Radio, in conjunction with the College of Business and Economics at Boise State University. Hosted by international business professor Nancy K. Napier, “Idaho Business Matters” will feature input from other professors throughout the college as well as Treasure Valley organizations. The 90-second feature begins Oct. 4 and will air twice daily at 3:30 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. on NPR News 91. “Idaho Business Matters” focuses on business issues of interest to all Idahoans and will include examples and applications from local organizations. It will also feature local businesses that are finding unique solutions to common problems or that are succeeding against unusual odds. Napier, who received her doctorate from The Ohio State University, is executive director of the Global Business Consortium at Boise State. Her most recent book is Managing Relationships in Transition Economies (with D. Thomas). She has published widely and is currently working on research in creative industries and the creative process in organizations. Boise State Radio Program Director Jim East said “Idaho Business Matters” is part of a larger goal. “Listeners to public radio often tell us that they want more local programming; however, they are quick to clarify, ‘But it needs to have the quality of national programming.’ It takes time, commitment, applicable knowledge and ability to produce a regular feature like “Idaho Business Matters.” We’re fortunate that the College of Business and Economics has stepped forward as partners for this project and has committed the time and resources to make it possible. “Nancy is a personable, knowledgeable and likable host. I think listeners will appreciate her approach to issues that are important or interesting to them.” The dean of the College of Business and Economics, Bill Lathen, said that “Idaho Business Matters” is a great way to showcase the expertise of the business faculty. “I particularly thank Dr. Napier for her commitment to excellence with this programming, as it is a time-intensive project and I know it will be a wonderful source of business insight for our community.” Topics on the show will deal with such issues as banking scams, employer electronic monitoring of employees, and creativity as a resource. NPR News 91 is a service of Boise State University and is heard in Boise on KBSX, 91.5 FM; in Burley on KBSY, 88.5 FM; in Jackpot, NV on KBSJ, 91.3 FM; in McCall on KBSQ 90.7 FM and in Sun Valley on KBSS, 91.1 FM. Additional information is available at http://radio.boisestate.edu.  -30- Contact: Jim East, Associate General Manager, Network Programming, (208) 947-5659, jeast@boisesetate.edu  Media Contact: Kathleen Craven, communications and marketing, (208) 426-3275, craven@boisestate.edu