Business Calendar: Aug. 1-Aug. 14

Resumes and Cover Letters – Job Hunter Virtual Workshop: WorkSource webinar will teach attendees how to create a resume and cover letter that attracts employers.

• Thursday, Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-noon
• Online
• Free

WA Real Estate Fair Housing: Real Estate Academy of Washington will host a three-hour class intended to engage brokers in understanding and preventing housing discrimination.

• Thursday, Aug. 1, 1-4 p.m.
• Century 21 Beutler & Associates Spokane, 101 W. North River Drive, Spokane
• Free to Tomlinson Family of Company Agents, $35 for others

Spokane Career Fair: The Recruiting Network will host a career fair with human resources teams from local and Fortune 500 companies. Representation includes health care, retail, engineering, education, and more. Registered attendees will be provided a list of open positions and attending companies five days prior to the hiring event.  

• Friday, Aug. 2, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport, 9015 W. U.S. 2, Spokane
• Free

How to Earn Royalties and Expand Your Market Through Strategic Licensing: Score webinar will feature Brian Fried, known as “The Inventor Coach,” discussing the key elements of product and brand licensing, understanding the process, and providing a roadmap to revenue growth.

• Tuesday, Aug. 6, 10-11 a.m. 
• Online
• Free

Trending Tuesdays x Fellow Coworking: Trending Northwest event will provide an opportunity to network with other professionals.

• Tuesday, Aug. 6, 5-6:30 p.m.
• Fellow Coworking, 304 W. Pacific, Spokane
• Free

Growth Strategies Unlocked: Maximizing Opportunity, Minimizing Risk: West Plains Chamber of Commerce will feature Profectus Business Consulting for an immersive workshop designed to help identify and capitalize on high-potential opportunities while managing risk.

• Wednesday, Aug. 7, noon-1 p.m.
• Longhorn Barbecue, 7611 W. Sunset Highway, Airway Heights
• Free

Coffee and Concepts: Innovation Collective will host a meeting where professionals can come together and talk about the latest local and global technology and business news.

• Wednesday, Aug. 7, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
• Post Falls Chamber of Commerce, 201 E. Fourth, Post Falls
• Free

Your Business Journey: Get Started!: The Women’s Business Center Inland Northwest webinar will cover the basics of starting a new company, including creating a business plan, where to find market research, the importance of developing a cash flow projection, and more.

• Wednesday, Aug. 7, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
• Online
• $25

Mamas in Business Speed Networking Event: North Idaho Mamas in Business will provide attendees the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow business at a speed networking event.  

• Wednesday, Aug. 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Lyfe Public House, 116 E. Lakeside Ave., Coeur d’Alene
• $7

Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses – Basics and Latest Trends: Score webinar will feature marketing expert Patty Ross discussing social media marketing and the latest trends.

• Thursday, Aug. 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Jumpstart – Unlocking Grants for Small Businesses: A Beginner’s Workshop: Greater Spokane Incorporated will host InteGrant, a Spokane-based grant writing firm, discussing how to locate, apply for, and strengthen grant applications.

• Thursday, Aug. 8, noon-1 p.m.
• Spokane Conservation District, 4422 E. Eighth
• Free

Leadership Committee: Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber event will acquaint and equip potential Coeur d’Alene leaders with tools for leadership.

• Thursday, Aug. 8, 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
• 105 N. First, Coeur d’Alene
• Free

West Plains Connect - After Hours Networking with the Shriner’s Event Center and Nectar Catering: West Plains Chamber of Commerce will host an evening of networking for businesses.

• Thursday, Aug. 8, 4-6 p.m.
• Shriner’s Event Center, 7217 W. Westbow Blvd., Spokane
• Free

Lunch n’ Learn: Networking/Cybersecurity and Your Business: SCW | Executech event will cover cybersecurity and the increasing need to protect businesses against hacking, phishing, and ransomware.

• Friday, Aug. 9, noon-1 p.m.
• The Cove, 1199 S. Clearwater Loop, Post Falls
• Free

Youth Business Market: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Walmart, BECU, and the city of Spokane Valley, will host an event for youth in kindergarten through 12th grade. Participants will be challenged to develop their own brand, create a product or service, devise a marketing strategy, and sell to real customers at an outdoor marketplace.

• Saturday, Aug. 10, 9:30 a.m.-noon
• Walmart, 15727 E. Broadway, Spokane Valley
• Free

Workplace Mental Health and the Role of Managers and Supervisors: Inland Northwest Society for Human Resource Management online program will explore the critical role of managers in supporting workers’ mental health and responding to signs of mental health issues, such as stress, burnout, depression, and anxiety.

• Tuesday, Aug. 13, noon-1 p.m.
• Online
• $10 for INSHRM members, $25 for others

Your Business Journey: Funding Your Business: The Women’s Business Center Inland Northwest will cover types of funding available, myths about lending, the importance of a clear business plan, financial projections, and more.

• Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2-4 p.m.
• Online
• $35

Thrive Together – Local Business Mastermind & Networking Event: Network In Action networking event will provide attendees the opportunity to connect and collaborate with business owners and decision makers.

• Wednesday, Aug. 14, 3-4:30 p.m.
• Remedy, 3809 S. Grand Blvd., Spokane
• $42

Small, Minority and Women-Owned Business Certification Workshop: Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise event will guide attendees through the certification process, opening doors to government contracts and other business opportunities.

• Wednesday, Aug. 14, 3-5 p.m.
• 327 E. Pacific, Spokane
• Free

What’s Brewing: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce networking event will feature a presentation from a featured speaker followed by networking.

• Wednesday, Aug. 14, 4-5:30 p.m.
• Nuvodia, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
• Free for members, $25 for others