Powell Economic Partnership

01/23/2026

As we step into the New Year, we do so with deep gratitude and pride - because this year we are celebrating the 60th Anniversary of AmeriCorps VISTA.

The Powell Economic Partnership and so many other organizations wouldn't be here without the help of our AmeriCorps VISTAs. We thank you for your service!

11/26/2025

Invest in a Community Who Invests in Themselves!

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at Heart Mountain Hall at the Park County Fairgrounds. https://www.powelltribune.com/stories/community-thanksgiving-a-great-display-of-community-spirit,171530

11/20/2025

How far can a little Loose Change Go? Can it create real community change? Donate your loose change for the Powell Pathway tonight at Sample the Seasons and EggNog Crawl. It support the planning and development of the Powell Pathway. Look out for small jars at select locations.

11/18/2025

Give a gift to your community this holiday season!

The Powell Economic Partnership has been working hard on many different projects to improve the quality of life and economy of Powell, WY. We're working on helping keep agricultural lands in agriculture, supporting producers, building a trail in town, and more.

On this , December 2nd, please help us help our community!

For more information on projects or how to donate, please contact PEP at [email protected] or call (307) 754-3494. You can also visit us at 111 South Day Street in Powell, WY.

11/13/2025

Want to Hire & Retain Good Employees in rural ? Great tools and practices to implement into your culture today from Savannah Bascus, Jessica Lum Williams and Rebekah Burns. Missed the last PEP Talks? No worries, we recoded it :-)

Hiring and retaining a solid workforce is essential for businesses and our town to function. Data from Workday’s Global Workforce report shows that “…the bas...

10/28/2025

We are thrilled to bring the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Recreation Economy for Rural Communities Program to for the FIRST TIME! https://lnkd.in/gCZJZTi6

This program helps downtowns to thrive utilizing our assets.

Like everything we do at Powell Economic Partnership this is a collaborative effort with staff Jessica Lum, Past VISTAs Collin Kifer, Natalie Schaus, and our community leaders on our steering committee Wes Allen, ​John Gallagher, Jacque Lavelle, Andy Metzler, Jennifer Cramer, Katrina Southern, Colby Stenerson, Brodie Serres, Angie Johnson, and Erika Decker.

04/22/2025

Registration is NOW OPEN for Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training hosted by the Wyoming Food Coalition

Join us for the full day Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training and Food Safety Modernization Act Certification event. This certification is what most larger-scale purchasers of produce would like agricultural operations to have as a produce grower/supplier when they are looking to source.

This is a great opportunity for producers, schools, non-profits, food hubs and professionals growing and producing food for consumption to expand their markets through certification and networking. Join us June 6, 2025, from 9 am - 4 pm in Worland, Wyoming at the Worland Community Center Complex to attend.

This full day training will cover:

• Module 1: Introduction to Produce Safety
• Module 2: Worker Health, Hygiene and Training
• Module 3: Soil Amendments
• Module 4: Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use
• Module 5: Production Water (part 1); Postharvest Water (part 2)
• Module 6: Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
• Module 7: How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan

Cost: $40/person*
Snacks, lunch, and refreshments will be provided!
*if the cost is prohibitive to attend, please send an email to [email protected] for a scholarship.

Sign-up now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fsma-produce-safety-training-for-safe-handling-of-specialty-crops-tickets-1290218631659?aff=oddtdtcreator

Or learn more at: https://www.wyfoodcoalition.org/producesafetytraining

04/18/2025

Do you want to learn how to increase your farm’s market access through Farm-to-School? Or how to advocate for healthier, local foods on your kids’ lunch plate? 🌽🥗🍔

Read the full blog, “Building Strong Farm-to-School Connections in the Big Horn Basin,” to find out just how to get farm-to-school going in your community.



🌐https://powellchamber.org/building-strong-farm-to-school-connections-in-the-big-horn-basin/

03/21/2025

Big Horn Basin Media's Mac Watson hosts a new podcast on Speak Your Peace called . It examines economic growth through the lens of generational development, focusing on long-term projects that shape financial stability across age groups. Each episode showcases how strategic investments today create lasting economic opportunities for future generations.

As a leader of businesses, the Executive Director of the Powell Economic Partnership talks about her definition of leadership. Leadership is a “Relentless Pursuit of the Truth – over the only thing that we can control ourselves.” What does this mean and how is it actionized. Rebekah’s journey started by really looking at her own health and well-being. In a search for resources the belief surfaced that everyone has intrinsic value. Leaders need to be students of skill-building. These actions will form a community with a growth-mindset and ultimately lead us to our purpose to serve others.

Park County Prosperity a Speak Your Peace podcast. Park County Prosperity examines economic growth through the lens of generational development, focusing on ...

02/21/2025

Calling all food lovers, producers, and community members! 🌱 We need YOUR input to shape the future of local food in the Big Horn Basin. Whether you're shopping for fresh, local produce or growing it yourself, this quick interest survey will help us better understand the needs of both consumers and producers. Together, we can create a more sustainable and community-driven food system. Your voice makes a difference! 🙌 Take the survey now and be part of the change!

🧑‍🌾 CLICK HERE for PRODUCERS: https://forms.office.com/r/2HYPFpbheh
🛒 CLICK HERE for CONSUMERS: https://forms.office.com/r/DsseYhDfFh