Movers and Shakers January 9, 2013

Safety Fest of the Great Northwest - Northern Idaho

The fifth annual Safety Fest of the Great Northwest-Northern Idaho is scheduled Feb. 19-21 at North Idaho College Workforce Training Center, 525 Clearwater Loop, Post Falls.

This event is an opportunity for companies in construction and general industry to get free safety training for their employees from some of the area's best safety instructors.

Some of the classes that will be available include fall protection, confined space training, CPR/first aid, excavation and distracted driving.

There will be an opening ceremony with motivational speakers and a demonstration from Avista.

Registration: http://safetyfest-northernidaho.org/

Northwest Tile and Floors has hired Ryan Cottrill as marketing assistant.

"With an eye for detail, artistic vision and a background in graphic design, Ryan plans to grab fresh attention and attract future business to Northwest Tile & Floors," according to a press release.

Cottrill is a native to Coeur d'Alene and graduated from Coeur d'Alene High School. He has active interests in music and baking, and creates original music compositions. Northwest Tile & Floors is at 3900 Schreiber Way.

If you have a new, relocated or expanded business, or announcement of events, promotions or awards, The Press wants to let our readers know. The service is free and items run Tuesday through Saturday. To get the word on the street on your movers and shakers, call city editor Bill Buley at 664-8176 Ext. 2016 or e-mail [email protected].