Business Calendar: July 3-July 18

Interviewing – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop: WorkSource Spokane event will teach interviewing tips and cover frequently asked questions in a supportive, realistic environment. 

• Friday, July 5, 9 a.m.-noon
• Online
• Free

Boots to Business Reboot – Starting and Growing a Veteran-Owned Small Business: U.S. Small Business Administration will host an entrepreneurial education and training program for veterans and military spouses. The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and business-ownership fundamentals. 

• Monday, July 8, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Spokane County Conservation District, 4422 Eighth, Spokane
• Free to all veterans, military spouses, and active-duty service members

Coeur d’Alene Goodwill Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting: Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest will celebrate the reopening of the newly remodeled Coeur d’Alene store, which includes new Workforce & Family Services offices.

• Monday, July 8, 8:45 a.m.
• Goodwill, 1212 N. Fourth, Coeur d’Alene
• Free

How to Scale your Business – 5 Steps to Business Growth: Score webinar will guide viewers through the five essential steps for business growth. Presenter Andrew Frazier will help assess attendees' current business path, understand focus, and identify future steps to success.  

• Tuesday, July 9, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Crime-Free Rental Properties Seminar: Spokane Community Oriented Policing Services will host a two-day training program for property owners. The event will cover how to keep units safe and desirable for tenants. Topics include fair housing rights, working with the police, crime victim advocacy, landlord/tenant laws, crime prevention, legal evictions, domestic violence, and more. 

• Tuesday July 9-Wednesday July 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
• The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague, Spokane
• $50

Thrive Together: Local Business Mastermind & Networking Event: Network in Action will host an event that brings business owners and decision makers together to connect and collaborate. 

• Wednesday, July 10, 3-4:30 p.m.
• Remedy, 3809 S. Grand Blvd., Spokane
• $42

Greenbluff Estate Country Diner en Blanc: Women’s Council of Realtors Spokane-Eastern Washington Network will host an afternoon networking event filled with live music, lawn games, tacos, and line dancing with Dusty Wetzler, owner of Lite Feet Dance. 

• Thursday, July 11, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
• 17911 North Day Mount Spokane Road, Mead
• $10 for members, $25 for others

Boost Your Business with AI – Simple Tools for Success: Score webinar will cover how artificial intelligence can be used to increase efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and improve marketing. Attendees will learn the diverse applications of AI, practical prompt engineering, ethical AI use, strategic insights, and more. 

• Thursday, July 11, 1 p.m.
• Online
• Free

After 5 Networking at Trailbreaker Cider: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce will present a networking event. 

• Thursday, July 11, 4:30-6 p.m.
• Trailbreaker Cider, 2204 N. Madson, Liberty Lake
• Free for members, $25 for others

Matt’s Place Summit – Innovation + Design Showcase: Matt’s Place Foundation will host Matt’s Place Summit, an event showcasing innovative products and companies from across the nation and providing opportunities to engage with industry experts to redefine the future of accessible design and living spaces. 

• Thursday, July 11, 1-4 p.m.
• WSU Student Academic Center, 412 E. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane
• $25

Unlock your Inner Strength - Mastering Willpower and Self-Control: The Hive will host performance coach Lori Mage at a three-hour immersive workshop that teaches proven strategies to unlock willpower and cultivate self-control. 

• Saturday, July 13, noon-3 p.m.
• The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague, Spokane
• $59

Homebuyer Education Class Sponsored by WSHFC: The Washington state Housing Finance Commission event will cover the basics of the homebuying process. Topics to be covered include loan applications, home inspector insights, home title information, and insurance essentials. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion to be used toward the WSHFC down-payment assistance program. 

• Saturday, July 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• The 808 Building, 808 E. Sprague, Spokane
• Free

Overcoming Ageism Hybrid Workshop: WorkSource Spokane event will cover effective methods to overcome barriers associated with age. The workshop will cover resumes and interviewing. 

• Monday, July 15, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• WorkSource Spokane, 130 S. Arthur, Spokane, or online
• Free

How to Use AI for Your Business: Idaho Small Business Development Center will cover how to use artificial intelligence to power a small business in a variety of areas. Topics to be covered include marketing, operations, and decision making. 

• Wednesday, July 17, 8-9 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Retirement Income Planning: STCU webinar will cover how to determine savings needs and how to account for inflation, taxes, and other factors. 

• Wednesday, July 17, noon-1 p.m.
• Online 
• Free

Coffee and Concepts – Post Falls Chamber of Commerce: Innovation Collective event will feature networking and brainstorming opportunities. 

• Wednesday, July 17, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
• Post Falls Chamber of Commerce, 201 E. Fourth, Post Falls
• Free

Starting a Business in Idaho: Idaho Small Business Development Center event will cover essentials of starting a new business, including where to start, how to ensure success, and more. 

• Thursday, July 18, 8-9 a.m.
• Online
• Free

LPL Financial 2024 Midyear Market Outlook: BECU webinar will feature Jeff Buchbinder, chief equity strategist at LPL Financial, discussing 2024 changes in economic and market landscapes. 

• Thursday, July 18, 1-2 p.m.
• Online
• Free

rConnect Networking Event: Burbity Workspaces, in conjunction with rConnect, will host Robert Henry, co-owner of Haven Real Estate Group. Henry will discuss his journey from adversity to success. Food will be served. 

• Thursday, July 18, 6-8 p.m.
• Burbity Workspaces, 2818 North Sullivan Road, Suite 100, Spokane Valley
• $15