Speakers

Speaker Dave Liegakos

Dave Liegakos Intrepid Financial Services In 2017, I launched my first business and quickly realized how difficult it was to find reliable financial guidance. I saw firsthand the need for a more strategic and transparent approach—one that empowers entrepreneurs to make informed decisions with confidence. That realization led me to create Intrepid Financial, where we help business owners optimize growth, […]

Special MC Chriss Sopke

Chriss Sopke has been the Lead Pastor of New Life since moving from his hometown of Indianapolis in 2015. A proud graduate of Central Bible College (now part of Evangel University in Springfield, MO) and the University of Valley Forge (Phoenixville, PA), Chriss has dedicated his life to ministry and serving others. His wife, Kristi, is also deeply rooted in […]

Speaker Racene Friede

Racene Friede (pronounced Ray Seen Free Dee) President CEO Western Montan’s Glacier Country – Missoula, Montana With a career that spans 30 years—18 with Western Montana’s Glacier Country—Racene has worked with her board, partners, stakeholders, community and industry—at the local, state and national levels—to navigate the evolution of the visitor economy from a time when tourism was beginning to find […]

Speaker Dr Cara Harrop

I began my love affair with medicine and caring for families when I was six years old.  I carried my Fisher Price hospital everywhere and was always willing to “doctor” anyone who needed attention.  After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology at the University of Wyoming, I went on to graduate from the University of Kansas School of Medicine […]

Speaker Cindy Carpenter

Cindy Carpenter holds two Human Resource Certifications – the SHRM -SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) and the SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources). A University of Montana graduate, she has over 25 years of business and training experience primarily focused on Human Resource and people topics. To compliment her training background, she has been a practicing Human Resource professional in […]

Speaker Brady Phenicie

Brady Phenicie With 30 years of experience in the IT industry, Brady Phenicie has worked with a diverse range of clients, including award-winning wineries, event planners, private schools, educators, nonprofits like the Boys & Girls Club and Little League, and specialty projects. His expertise includes pioneering one of the first DSL installations in California and developing a patented wall-mounted kiosk. […]

Speaker Chief George Simpson

Chief George Simpson, an esteemed member of the Polson Police Department since 2015 and our current Chief of Police. Chief Simpson’s journey is marked by exceptional dedication and a diverse background that enriches his role as a law enforcement leader. Chief Simpson’s commitment to service extends beyond law enforcement, as he is also a military veteran with a distinguished record […]

Speaker Mission Travis White

Mission West Community Development Partners (formerly LCCDC) is a Regional Economic Development Organization dedicated to fostering leadership, community growth, and economic development. I joined Mission West in November as the Operations Manager, bringing over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, including the last nine years in food production with Core Botanica and the Martin Bauer Group.