Business Calendar: Nov. 22-Dec. 7
Business Case Writing Certification Training: Learning Zone Inc. training event will teach attendees to prepare a cost-benefit analysis, identify stakeholders’ needs, and to analyze, outline, and communicate a business case effectively.
Friday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Regus, 601 W. First, Spokane
$599 for online, $819 for in-person
How to Start a Personal Finance Business – Spokane: Coachieve webinar will cover the different types of financial literacy businesses and personal finance companies, the benefits of starting a financial literacy business, and how to get paying clients.
Friday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m.
Online
Free
Small Business Saturday: Riverfront Spokane event will give attendees the opportunity to support local artisans and businesses at the Riverfront Market.
Saturday, Nov. 25, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Spokane Pavilion, 574 N. Howard, Spokane
Free
https://my.spokanecity.org/riverfrontspokane/calendar/2023/11/25/small-business-saturday/
Work-Ready Digital Skills: Job Applications: Goodwill event will cover the essential tools to navigate the job application process and to prepare for interviews.
Monday, Nov. 27, 2-4 p.m.
Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
Free
https://discovergoodwill.org/events/free-digital-skills-class-job-applications-shadle-park/
Coffee with SPS: Spokane Public Schools event will give community members the opportunity to visit Sacajawea Middle School and speak with members of the school board and other district leaders.
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 8-10 a.m.
Sacajawea Middle School, 401 E. 33rd, Spokane
Free
https://www.spokaneschools.org/coffee
Q&A with SBA: U.S. Small Business Administration virtual Q&A session will offer guidance on loan programs, government contracting, certifications, and more business-related entrepreneurship topics.
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 9-10 a.m.
Online
Free
https://www.sba.gov/event/36677
Starting a Business in Idaho: Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will cover the initial steps to starting a business, how to ensure success, and how to prepare to run a business.
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 8-9 a.m.
Online
Free
https://business.idahosbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=80430065
Expert Authority: Earn More, Work Less: Expert Authority virtual master class will teach attendees how to streamline, stand out, and scale their business using a system of visual models.
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2:30-4 p.m.
Online
Free
Peer Networking: Greater Spokane Incorporated event will provide networking opportunities.
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 4-6 p.m.
Dry Fly Distilling, 1021 W. Riverside, Spokane
$30 for members, $35 for others
https://web.greaterspokane.org/events/Peer-Networking-3312/details
Income Statement Basics Webinar: AgWest webinar will cover how to build and use an income statement to inform business decisions.
Thursday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m.
Online
Free
https://web.cvent.com/event/32dce54f-8015-4e4e-b588-5a72565b0c01/summary
Are you Ready to Start a Business?: Washington Small Business Development Center virtual event will cover financial basics for starting a business, the conditions of running a business, and allow attendees to self-analyze their readiness to become business owners.
Thursday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m.-noon
Online
Free
https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99272270
Startups: Understand Lean Startup vs. Design Thinking vs. Agile: Mindshop webinar will cover lean startup, design thinking, and agile deployment through a business startup point of view, specifically regarding tech startups.
Thursday, Nov. 30, 7-10 p.m.
Online
$100
Nonprofit Showcase: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce showcase event will connect over 40 nonprofit organizations in the Greater Spokane Valley area to attendees looking to engage and volunteer.
Friday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
Free
Work for Washington State: WorkSource virtual event will cover how agencies use different application process steps, how to create an application guide, and specific tips for applying to Washington state agencies.
Friday, Dec. 1, 1-4 p.m.
Online
Free
Entry-Level Virtual Job Fair: JobFairX job fair will allow attendees to interview and network with numerous employers in the Spokane area.
Monday, Dec. 4, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Online
Free
Technology Virtual Job Fair: TechnologyX job fair will allow attendees to interview and network with numerous employers in the Spokane area.
Tuesday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Online
Free
Career Night: Keller Williams Realty Coeur d’Alene event will provide educational insight into real estate careers; networking opportunities will follow.
Tuesday, Dec. 5, 5:30-7 p.m.
Keller Williams Realty Coeur d’Alene, 3931 N. Schreiber Way, Coeur d’Alene
Free
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/career-night-tickets-753421382637?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
2023 Winter Party: American Institute of Architects Spokane will provide the opportunity for attendees to connect with professionals and students across the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.
Tuesday, Dec. 5, 6 p.m.
Barrister Winery, 1213 W. Railroad, Spokane
$55 for members, $15 for students, $65 for others
Coffee and Concepts – Coeur d’Alene: Innovation Collective event will feature networking and brainstorming opportunities among a diverse age range of attendees.
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 7:30-9 a.m.
Innovation Den, 418 E. Lakeside, Coeur d’Alene
Free
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coffee-and-concepts-coeur-dalene-tickets-458869449877
Intro to Business Live Webinar: Business Center webinar will cover what makes a business successful, the basics of business planning, and the steps to take to turn an initial business idea into a reality.
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 9-10 a.m.
Online
Free
https://washingtonptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/853389?embedded=0
How to Write a One-Page Business Plan: Score virtual workshop will teach attendees how to write a one-page business plan and the benefits of a one-page business plan versus other business plans.
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.
Online
Free
https://www.score.org/event/how-write-a-one-page-business-plan-a-step-step-guide
Tax and Business Basics for Self-Employed: Idaho State Tax Commission webinar will cover Idaho tax permits, Idaho sales tax, and the latest in Idaho resources and information to succeed in being self-employed in Idaho.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Online
Free
Business Planning & Technology; Sales & Marketing: Idaho Realtors event will cover the components of a business plan, review relevant technology and media tools to improve customer communication, and create a system to receive repeat and referral business.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 8:30 a.m.-Friday, Dec. 8, 1 p.m.
Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors, 409 W. Neider, Suite A, Coeur d’Alene
$250
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gri-201-business-planning-technology-sales-marketing-registration-445422920947?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Code of Ethics with Karene Loman: Spokane Real Estate Training event will cover the current version of the code of ethics and how it relates to furthering a client’s best interest.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Keller Williams Spokane, 799 S. Stevens, Spokane
Free for KW agents, $40 for others
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/code-of-ethics-w-karene-loman-tickets-754947647737?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Practice Interviewing Workshop – Post Falls: Idaho Department of Labor workshop will allow attendees to participate in a mock interview and receive professional feedback.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 10-11 a.m.
Idaho Department of Labor – Post Falls Office, 600 N. Thornton
Free
Your Business Journey: Get Started!: Women’s Business Center Inland Northwest event will cover the basics of business plans, business licensing steps, and other local resources available.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 3-5 p.m.
Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Road, Spokane Valley
$25
2023 Investment Recap: Legacy Group Investments event will cover a 2023 investment recap and feature guest speakers Josh Gutzwiler, vice president of Black Reality Management Inc., and Besse Bailey, vice president of Mountain West Blank commercial lending.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 6-8 p.m.
157 S. Jefferson, Spokane
