Business Calendar: Feb. 1-Feb. 15

Entrepreneurship Crash Course: Coachieve webinar will cover the essentials of a business plan, how to avoid common mistakes first-time entrepreneurs tend to make, where to get capital, and more.

Saturday, Feb. 3, 8-9 a.m.
Online
Free

Living Leadership Breakfast with Dean Jeff Borden: Gonzaga University event will feature Jeff Borden, dean of Gonzaga's School of Leadership Studies, discussing leadership innovation and how to innovate at scale.

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Gonzaga University - Hemmingson Center, Room 314, 702 E. Desmet, Spokane.
$39

Loans, Grants, and Other Funding Options for Small Businesses: Score webinar will cover loans, grants, and other funding options available to entrepreneurs or small business owners.

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10-11 a.m.
Online
Free

How, When, and Where To Hire (Without Breaking the Bank): Spokane Independent Metro Business Alliance event will feature Jawan Harris, of King's Dream Business Consulting LLC, informing attendees how to expand a business and its workforce.

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 4-5 p.m.
Spokane Public Library - Downtown, 906 W. Main, Spokane.
Free

Finding Your Best Customers: Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will cover how to identify the best customer, reduce marketing costs, get a sense of the market, and stay ahead of industry and area market trends.

Wednesday, Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m.
Online
Free

Tax and Business Basics for Self-Employed: Idaho State Tax Commission webinar will cover Idaho tax permits, Idaho sales tax, the latest in Idaho resources, and information to succeed in being self-employed in Idaho.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Online
Free

Spokane Realtor Growth With a Purpose 2024: Spokane Realtors Young Professional Network event will teach how AI and other smart systems can make a business more profitable.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Montvale Event Center, 1019 W. First, Spokane.
$75

Resume Workshop - Post Falls: Idaho Department of Labor workshop will teach attendees how to create a resume that suits their needs and meets a future employer’s expectations.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 10-11 a.m.
Idaho Department of Labor - Post Falls Office, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls.
Free

Tools for Running an Effective Nonprofit Series: Nonprofit Association of Washington virtual workshop will cover budgeting, program design, volunteer management, fundraising, grant readiness, and more for volunteer-based organizations.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-noon
Online
Free for members, $30 for others

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

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

STCU FAFSA: STCU event will provide qualified help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, including for students who are uncertain about pursuing higher education.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
STCU Northtown Square Branch, 4727 N. Division, Suite 105, Spokane, and STCU Valley Branch, 13501 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley.
Free

Leadership Lights the Way Gala: Leadership Spokane fundraising event will benefit Leadership Spokane through both silent in-person and online auctions.

Saturday, Feb. 10, 6-9 p.m.
Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights.
$125

Work for Washington State - How to Apply Effectively: WorkSource workshop will teach attendees how to organize and communicate professional strengths, how to create an application guide, and specific tips for applying to Washington state agencies.

Monday, Feb. 12, 9 a.m.-noon
Online
Free

Upbeat Breakfast - February 2024: Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber event will provide networking opportunities with members of the business community.

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 7-8:30 a.m.
Coeur d'Alene Resort Conference Rooms, 115 S. Second, Coeur d'Alene.
$25 for members, $35 for others

February INSHRM Meeting: Inland Northwest Society for Human Resource Management event will feature Idaho Department of Labor economist Sam Wolkenhauer speaking about how economic challenges will affect hiring and retention.

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
CenterPlace Events Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley.
$40 for members, $45 for others

Webinar: How to Reveal Genuine Sales Talent in the Hiring Process: SalesStar webinar will include strategies to identify top sales talent during the hiring process and how to navigate the competitive landscape. A Q&A session with the speakers will follow the presentation.

Wednesday, Feb. 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Online
Free

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

Wednesday, Feb. 14, 3-4:30 p.m.
Remedy, 3809 S. Grand Blvd., Spokane.
$35

Navigating the Clean Buildings Act: OneAEC and Greater Spokane Incorporated event will feature industry professionals discussing how the Clean Buildings Act will impact the architectural, engineering, and construction industry.

Thursday, Feb. 15, 7:30 a.m.-noon
Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane.
$75 for members, $90 for others

No Such Thing as a Stupid Question!: Spokane Real Estate Training event will review topics including licensing requirements, vesting problems, mobile home titles, cashier's check and wire transactions, and net sheets to sellers.

Thursday, Feb. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Keller Williams Spokane, 799 S. Stevens, Spokane.
$25

2024 WTS Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Chapter Awards Gala: Women's Transportation System annual event will recognize award recipients, connect professionals, and celebrate scholarship winners and transportation in the Spokane-Coeur d'Alene region in 2023.

Thursday, Feb. 15, 4:30-8 p.m.
Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane.
$65 for members, $75 for others

2024 Community Recognition Gala: Post Falls Chamber of Commerce event will recognize individuals and businesses that make a significant impact to the Spokane-Coeur d'Alene community.