The Browning Community Development Corporation is pleased to welcome four new team members to the organization. The organization advertised for a Small Business Coordinator, Financial Education Coordinator, Community Coordinator and an Office Manager. The Browning Community Development Corporation (BCDC) is a private nonprofit organization created to foster social and economic improvements in the Blackfeet Reservation community.

Butch Conway accepted the position as Small Business Coordinator. Butch is the father of six boys and married to Deanna Conway. He is the son of Rita Conway and the late Butch Conway both of Browning. Conway formerly co-operated the B&G Construction Company that pertained to home repair, maintenance and remodeling. In 2005, Butch received his A.A in Business Management from the Blackfeet Community College. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Shayne Hall was brought on board as the Community Coordinator. Shayne will be responsible for organizing and coordinating community development activities and events. Shayne is engaged to George Rutherford and together they have two children. She is the daughter of Vic and Ollie Hall both of Browning. In 2004, Shayne received her Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Development from Montana State University-Bozeman. Shayne worked previously at the Blackfeet Early Childhood Center as the Outlying Site Supervisor for East Glacier Head Start. Shayne is a member of the East Glacier Park Women’s Golf League and is looking forward to working closely with her fellow community members.

Terrance Melton was formerly employed at the Native American Bank and after five and a half years agreed to join the BCDC team as the Financial Education Coordinator. Terrance will currently be coordinating financial education to interested community members. He is the son of Rance Melton of Browning and Karen Connell-Buckley of Montgomery, Texas. Terrance serves as a volunteer for the East Glacier Park Fire Department and participates in plenty of outdoor recreation throughout the year.

Kimberly Boy started her education at the Blackfeet Community College earning two associate degrees in business. Kim earned her Bachelor degree in Business Administration from the University of Great Falls and started her Master of Business Administration program with the University of Phoenix online. Kim worked previously at the Blackfeet Community College in the Business Office, where she was involved in most aspects of the office. Kimberly has two beautiful daughters which are the light of her life and the most obvious inspiration for her need to make the reservation a better place. Coming from an educated family, getting a secondary degree was just something that was expected of Kim and she hopes to fulfill her dreams of making the reservation a productive and progressive environment for the future generations of our great Nation.

Elva Dorsey was awarded the Educational Award by Campus Corps. Campus Corps members are sponsored by the Blackfeet Community College. Through Campus Corps Elva is serving 450 hours with BCDC until August. The Browning Area Chamber of Commerce appointed Elva as the Chamber Coordinator. Elva is helping to revive the Browning Area Chamber of Commerce. She is the daughter of Marlene Augare of Browning and Kenneth Dorsey of Choctaw, Okalahoma. Elva is engaged to Cole Edwards and together they have one daughter.

Dr. Johnel Barcus, Executive Director was quoted as saying, “I feel our team will be progressive after our short orientation and I see BCDC moving at a much faster pace to develop our community.”

Willy Morris, Mayor for the town of Browning was quoted as saying, “The community of Browning just took a giant leap forward in terms of economic development with the expansion of BCDC.”

BCDC News 2005

BCDC Has Moved Into a New Office Space

Browning joins Glacier County in looking to promote economic growth

BCDC asks county for $ 35,000 to spur local economic development

Browning resident named to board by Gov. Brian Schweitzer

Dr. Barcus appointed to Montana Commission on Community Service

BCDC News 2006

BCDC takes lead in establishing Regional Port Authority in county

BCDC develops jobs through HUD Capacity Building Grant

BCDC urges: ‘Make a difference in your community'

Glacier County Regional Port Authority ready to roll June 1

Browning Community Development Corporation Welcomes
Four New Individuals

Commissioners name Port Authority reps

Glacier County Port Authority hears from Shelby Mayor
on benefits of a successful port authority

Newly formed business alliance promotes Montana's "Indianpreneurs"

BCDC News 2007

Glacier County Commissioners give BCDC $ 20,000
to continue economic development work on Reservation

A revolving loan fund tops the wish list for County Port Authority

First Indianpreneurship™ Business Training graduates honored at BCC

Blackfeet Family Services receives donation of shoes, school supplies

BCDC receives $ 300,000 RHED grant to teach financial literacy

Port Authority looks at planning, property and urban renewal

BCDC News 2008

Port Authority seeks committee members

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