Idaho Department of Labor
10/06/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/06/2026 08:32
Labor economist will present data on self-employment in Idaho at upcoming webinar
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Oct. 6, 2026
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Idaho Department of Labor Economist Knox Freedman will be examining self-employment statistics and evaluating trends in the state at a webinar, Tuesday, Oct. 13.
This webinar will also analyze the impacts of self-employment on the broader labor market and economy, as well as its relationship to wages and labor supply.
"This webinar will highlight how self-employment and startup activity in Idaho have changed over time and how Idaho compares with the rest of the country," Freedman said. "Whether you're thinking about starting a business, already running one, or just curious about Idaho's workforce, you'll walk away with a clearer picture of what the data says."
The webinar takes place from 11 a.m. to noon MT over Zoom.
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