Biz ‘Bite:’ Buy Idaho to host annual Capitol Show

Buy Idaho has announced it will host its 29th Annual Buy Idaho Capitol Show on March 1 to showcase Idaho-made products, services, community partners and to celebrate Idaho’s business community. A diverse exhibition of Buy Idaho members will be set up throughout the Capitol rotunda, 700 W. Jefferson St., and the public can visit the free trade show 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. The  event is estimated to bring in 2,000 visitors.

“The Capitol Show is a historic event that provides locally owned businesses, and partners, the opportunity to introduce themselves to the community, showcase their product or service, and celebrate their vital part in Idaho’s economic landscape,” said Jennifer Mauk, executive director of Buy Idaho, in a statement. “…(The) response this year has been overwhelming with a record number of new members wanting participation at the Statehouse.”

The 2023 show is presented by Pioneer Federal Credit Union with supporting sponsors Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Circling Raven Golf Club, Idaho Commission for Libraries, IBL Events, Idaho Central Credit Union, Gravity Payments, and Boise & Meridian Lifestyle Magazine.

“All local businesses, and partners, can participate in Buy Idaho. The stronger our network, and the more we are connected, the more resilient our economy will be,” Mauk also stated.