Blade Stiller, Commercial Lender at First Federal Bank & Trust, joined the Alternatives, Inc. Board of Directors in 2019.  A Billings native, Blade graduated from MSU-Billings and started his banking career right after college.  He enjoys movies, CrossFit, and spending time with friends, family, and dog Rogue.  Blade is also a coach at Beartooth performance and was a “Big Brother” with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Yellowstone County for 10 years.

Josh Billstein, Consulting Director at SG2, joined Alternatives’ Board in 2019.  A Billings native, Josh spent most of his professional career in the Pacific Northwest working in a variety of operational, strategic and consulting roles within healthcare.  Josh has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Puget Sound, a certificate of medical management from the University of Washington and a Masters in healthcare administration from MSU-Billings.  Josh moved back to Montana in 2015 with his wife Boo and son Wolfric.  Josh enjoys soccer, the outdoors, and music.  Josh is also active in youth soccer in coaching and support roles.

Meri Mcglone, Commercial Loan Officer at First Interstate Bank, joined Alternatives Inc’s Board of Directors in 2022.  Meri graduated from Northwest College in Powell, WY and MSU-Billings with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Economics.  She grew up on a ranch in Roundup, Montana and has made Billings her home.  Meri is married with two children (boys).  She enjoys skiing, camping, soccer, baseball/basketball games and spending time with family and friends.  Meri was recently on the board for the Billings Depot and is currently involved with Downtown Billings Partnership and Downtown Billings Exchange Club.