About the Business Strategy Institute
At the heart of every thriving business community are organizations that work behind the scenes, helping others grow stronger, smarter, and more resilient. The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber plays a part in this effort, providing a venue where local business leaders can connect, collaborate, and cooperate to promote growth and opportunity.
But another local organization that substantially supports local businesses, especially our region’s many entrepreneurs, is the Business Strategy Institute, a nonprofit coalition of dedicated professionals focused on protecting and equipping the region’s business leaders.
Business Strategy Institute (BSI) has been an Executive member of the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber since January 2025, and this nonprofit organization is the topic of this month’s member profile.
Their Mission & Local Impact
Founded in 2016, Business Strategy Institute has its headquarters at 1042 W Mill Ave, Suite 207, here in Coeur d’Alene. With a lean team of five consulting professionals specializing in areas like law and finance, this group punches well above its weight. Their focus? Helping entrepreneurs uncover and address the hidden risks that often lurk beneath the surface of day-to-day operations—risks that can derail even the most promising ventures.
But BSI isn’t just in the business of risk mitigation. They’re in the business of transformation.
We are a passionate coalition of professionals committed to empowering and inspiring our local business community. Through tailored education and transformative experiences, we equip business leaders to identify and navigate the most common hidden risks that can hinder their growth and success.
—- Business Strategy Institute Mission Statement
BSI doesn’t offer cookie-cutter advice or off-the-shelf training. It delivers hands-on, personalized guidance rooted in real-world challenges. BSI understands that no two businesses are the same and that each leader faces a unique combination of obstacles, blind spots, and opportunities.
Business owners can get so caught up in day-to-day demands that they don’t have time to assess their companies’ structural health. The BSI team is skilled at asking the right questions, surfacing potential trouble spots, and co-creating strategies that turn vulnerability into strength.
They help entrepreneurs see around corners and build with intention, not just ambition.
Their workshops and educational initiatives help leaders gain clarity, confidence, and a long-range vision for sustainable success. Whether navigating operational risk, avoiding legal pitfalls, or building strong strategic frameworks, BSI brings experience and empathy to the table.
Our nonprofit initiatives foster confidence and provide clarity. We help leaders recognize and confront the silent threats they may not see coming. Our goal has been to connect more deeply with business leaders who want to grow and protect their businesses.
A Partnership with Purpose
This level of insight is why BSI joined the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber; that connection has been mutually beneficial. As a Chamber member, BSI contributes its knowledge to the broader Chamber business network and strengthens the region’s economic resilience. Their expertise aligns perfectly with the Chamber’s mission to support and elevate local businesses through connection, education, and advocacy.
Investing in the Growth and Prosperity of Coeur d’Alene
As Coeur d’Alene continues to grow as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation, organizations like BSI play a critical role in ensuring that growth is grounded and sustainable.
To learn more about BSI, visit: www.businessstrategyinstitute.org/id-coeur.
To connect with the CDA Regional Chamber and meet forward-thinking members like BSI, contact our membership team today!
