Business Calendar: Sept. 26- Oct. 9

Step-by-Step Email Marketing Guide for Your Business: Score webinar will cover email marketing basics, design, and automation. 

• Thursday, Sept. 26, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Networking, Business, & Connections: Hayden Chamber of Commerce will host a networking event featuring a guest speaker covering identity theft prevention. 

• Thursday, Sep. 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Best Western Coeur d’Alene Inn, 506 W. Appleway, Coeur d’Alene
• $25

2024 State of the County: Greater Spokane Incorporated, in conjunction with Canopy Credit Union, event will feature Spokane County Commissioner Mary Kuney discussing key issues facing Spokane County.

• Thursday, Sept. 26, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Spokane Convention Center Centennial Ballroom, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane
• $60 for members, $75 for others

Sip & Connect: Network in Action networking event will provide attendees the opportunity to connect with local business owners. 

• Thursday, Sept. 26, 4-6 p.m.
• Pacific to Palouse Wine Bar, 1020 S. Perry, Spokane
• $15

SpoPro Rooftop Happy Hour: Spokane Professionals Society will host a networking event for business professionals to make new connections and share ideas. Event price includes first drink and appetizers.

• Thursday, Sept. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• The M Apartments, 612 W. Main, Spokane
• $10 for members, $15 for others

Fall Festival of Homes Kickoff Night: Spokane Home Builders Association will host its 20th annual Fall Festival of Homes award ceremony recognizing participating homebuilders and sponsors.

• Thursday, Sept. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside, Spokane
• $39

Spokane FPA NextGen Gathering: Spokane Chapter of Financial Planning Association networking event will provide attendees the opportunity to network and connect with professionals in the financial planning industry.

• Tuesday, Oct. 1, 5-7 p.m.
• Brick West Brewing, 1318 W. First, Spokane
• Free

Women Empowering Women Conference: Women’s Council of Realtors Spokane Eastern Washington Network will host a networking event featuring multiple speakers.

• Thursday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
• $65

How to Pitch Your Startup to Investors: Score webinar will cover the basics of introducing investors to potential startups.  The online event will cover common mistakes, best practices, and underlying psychology of effective presentations.

• Thursday, Oct. 3, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Manufacturing Matters: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce will host an event highlighting the manufacturing industry’s contributions to the region. Ticket price includes dinner and one drink.

• Thursday, Oct. 3, 5-7 p.m.
• CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
• $75

Marketing Strategy for Profit: Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will cover the essentials of building a profitable business through marketing success.

• Thursday, Oct. 3 5:30-7 p.m.
• Online
• Free

West Plains Brew Fest: West Plains Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with BECU, will host an event with multiple Inland Northwest brewers. Food will be available for purchase at the event. Ticket purchase includes glassware and tastings.

• Saturday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m.- sundown
• Sutton Park, 815 Washington, Cheney
• $35

Hoedown for HOPE: Spokane Hearing Oral Program of Excellence, a center for deaf and hard- of-hearing children, will host its 13th annual hoedown fundraiser. The event includes dinner, dancing, auctions, and a raffle.

• Saturday, Oct. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane
• $100

Innovia Foundation 50th Anniversary Reception:  Innovia Foundation will host an event celebrating its 50th anniversary. The event will feature keynote speaker Doug Griffiths.

• Monday, Oct. 7, 4 p.m.
• Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane
• Free

Loans, Grants and Other Funding Options for Women-Owned Businesses: Score webinar will cover funding options available to women entrepreneurs.

• Tuesday, Oct. 8, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Speed Networking: Burbity Workspaces networking event will provide attendees an opportunity to connect with innovators and industry collaborators in an accelerated fashion.

• Tuesday, Oct. 8, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
• Burbity Workspaces, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Suite 100, Spokane Valley
• $10

Best Places to Work INW:The Journal of Business will hold its annual awards ceremony that will celebrate quality employers in the region.

• Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7:30-9 a.m.
• Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane
• $45

WFEA Greater Spokane Chapter Seminar: Washington Festivals & Events Association seminar will cover event sponsorships, sustainability, and grants.

• Wednesday, Oct. 9, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• John J. Hemmingson Center, Gonzaga University, 702 E. Desmet, Spokane
• $19 for members, $25 for others

Business Mastermind & Networking: Network in Action networking event will provide attendees an opportunity to connect with business owners and decision makers.

• Wednesday, Oct. 9, 3-4:30 p.m.
• Remedy, 3809 S. Grand Blvd., Spokane
• $42

What’s Brewing: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce will host a networking event with a featured speaker followed by games, food, beer, and cider from featured brewers.

• Wednesday, Oct. 9, 4-5:30 p.m.
• Nuvodia, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Suite 120, Spokane Valley
• Free for members, $25 for others