TechHelp seeks modest ongoing support for Studio Blue director as program shifts from federal grants

Jan 20, 2025

Boise State's TechHelp told the committee it seeks a small state appropriation to sustain its Studio Blue (new product development) director position after major federal grants that funded the role expired; TechHelp said it measures impact through national manufacturing extension metrics.

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Kevin Campbell presented the TechHelp budget, which is housed at Boise State University and supports small and medium manufacturing firms. TechHelp’s appropriated FTP is 3.44. Executive Director Brad McDonald said TechHelp works statewide in partnership with Idaho State University and University of Idaho and with the Idaho Manufacturing Alliance.

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