Idaho Business Leader of the Year

The Alpha Kappa Psi Idaho Business Leader of the Year (IBLOY) award annually recognizes an Idaho business leader who has demonstrated outstanding business and professional ethics while contributing significant support that is worthwhile to the community, civic, and educational activities. The Delta Upsilon chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi hosts the recipient for a week, culminating with a banquet in their honor at the end.

This award is distinctive at Idaho State University and throughout the Alpha Kappa Psi national fraternity because the solicitation of nominations, the selection of the honoree, planning of the IBLOY week-long events, and presentation of the award are completely student-driven by the brothers of the Delta Upsilon chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi and have been since 1959. Since its inception, more than fifty elite Idaho business leaders have been recognized. Previous honorees have included a congressman, former governors, entrepreneurs, and leaders of some of Idaho’s largest companies. The recognition program is the longest-standing of its kind in Idaho.

2024 Idaho Business Leader of the Year

Doug Chambers named 64th Idaho Business Leader of the Year

President and CEO of Lookout Credit Union

Doug Chambers, CEO of Lookout Credit Union, has been honored with the prestigious 64th Idaho Business Leader of the Year (IBLOY) award for his outstanding leadership and transformative impact on Lookout Credit Union and the community.

Doug, a seasoned professional with 18 years in the industry, assumed the role of CEO in 2019, leading Lookout Credit Union to unprecedented success. Armed with an MBA from Idaho State University and National Certified Business Lender credentials, Doug has been a driving force behind Lookout's achievements.

Under Doug's visionary leadership, Lookout Credit Union has been consistently recognized as one of the best credit unions to work for in the nation for six years. The credit union has garnered over 60 Credit Union Diamond Awards, the 2022 Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber Member of the Year Award, and numerous local and national accolades.

Doug's commitment to community engagement is evident through impactful projects like Lookout Point, a new park in Downtown Pocatello, and the installation of turf for Pocatello High School's historic home field.

Doug's unconventional approach to leadership is showcased through the "30 for 40 Program," introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. This program has not only revolutionized the workplace, saving costs and improving retention but has also positively impacted employee well-being.

Beyond Lookout Credit Union, Doug is actively involved in industry CEO groups, he previously served on the board of the Portneuf Valley Boys and Girls Club, and is a recognized speaker on culture and leadership.

Lookout Credit Union, with $340M in assets and 81 employees, is a beacon in Southeastern Idaho, recently announcing the opening of a branch in Meridian in 2024.

We are honored to present him with this award, and we would like to invite you to spend an evening with us, celebrating all of his monumental accomplishments and contributions to our community. To support Doug and Alpha Kappa Psi you can Buy tickets here, or by visiting isu.edu/cob/ibloy.