Governor to address business issues

Gov. Butch Otter will speak to the local business community Nov. 7 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Coeur d'Alene Resort. Otter will review the major business issues facing the state, including a review of the economy, tax policy, education, transportation and government services. Tickets are $35. Email brenda@cdachamber.com or call 415-0110 for tickets or additional information. Sponsor and table sponsorship opportunities are available.

Keller joins Post Falls Windermere office

Windermere/Coeur d'Alene Realty announced that Ryan Keller has joined its Post Falls office. Born and raised in Idaho, Keller earned his bachelor of science in business marketing from the University of Idaho. That degree carried him through a successful career for a Fortune 500 banking company, where he was honored with the Top Performer Award in 2013, and the award for the West Region Top Performing Banking Center Award in 2012. "Keller's passion is understanding the power of finance and helping others achieve their financial goals. Such experience allows him to integrate his financial experience and marketing background into clients' home buying or selling needs," states the company's announcement of Keller's hire. "Additionally, he has a strong understanding of the market trends in Kootenai County and will work hard to assist you in making an informative decision based off of your real estate goals."

Keller can be reached directly at 771-3333 or RyanKeller@windermere.com.

Windermere/Coeur d'Alene Realty has three offices in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and Hayden and 140 agents and full time staff.

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