About the Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization

Established in 2001, the Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization (SIEDO) is a 501(c) formed to help diversify and strengthen the local economy by retaining and attracting business to the Southern Idaho region. The Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization works closely with communities throughout the region to promote economic development through expansion of existing business and to implement a focused consistent program to attract new businesses and talent to the region.

Our Board of Directors

Jim Evans
Chair
D.L. Evans Bank
​Business Plus Representative

Mike Williams
Vice Chair
City of Jerome
Community Representative

Chris Seibold
Secretary
United Electric Co-Op
Business Plus Representative

Brett Madron
Treasurer
College of Southern Idaho
CSI Representative

Travis Rothweiler
Board Member
City of Twin Falls
Community Representative

Brett Boyer
Board Member
City of Burley
Community Representative

Linda Hartgen
Board Member
​Former State Senator
CSI Representative

Sen. Kelly Anthon
Board Member
City of Rupert
CSI Representative

Elsje Johnson
Board Member
Blue Cross of Idaho
Business Plus Representative