The Business Journal asked readers to nominate people who have made a significant positive impact on their workplace and in the community. Here is one of the Impact Makers:
Matthew Longmire
Business Resource Manager, Valley Economic Development Partners
Matthew Longmire, the business resource manager at Valley Economic Development Partners, contributes to a positive work environment every day.
One saying Matthew likes to repeat at team meetings and with his clients is, “Teamwork makes the dream work!” The Valley Partners team has seen him live this motto. His passion to collaborate with his colleagues demonstrates how highly he values and esteems those he is surrounded by.
One observation he made was the limited access his clients had to legal and accounting services. This sprung Matthew into action as he helped to organize curriculum for the Valley Partners Business Accounting and Legal Assistance Grant Program. This shows the kind of impact maker he is. He not only can identify a problem but he takes it upon himself to find and execute solutions.
In 2023, Matthew hosted Valley Partners’ first Women’s LeadHERship Summit. The effort he put into honoring women illustrated how hard he is willing to work to encourage, honor and celebrate individuals with different backgrounds, stories and experiences.
Nominated by Teresa Miller.