2026 Real Estate Market Forum: Spokane Kootenai Real Estate Research Committee forum will cover trends in real estate, construction, and the local economy.

• Thursday, Feb. 26, 8 a.m.-1:50 p.m.
• Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane
• $70+

Smarter Digital Marketing for Today’s Search-Driven World: Idaho Small Business Development Center online seminar will explore different methods of digital marketing.

• Thursday, Feb. 26, 8:30-10 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Health Insurance 101 for Small Business Owners & Startups: Score online seminar will break down health insurance for small businesses.

• Thursday, Feb. 26, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Growing Your Business by Giving Referrals: Pinnacle Estate Planning session will discuss the impact of referrals on business growth.

• Thursday, Feb. 26, noon-1 p.m.
• Pinnacle Estate Planning, 401 E. Front, Ste. 110, Coeur d’Alene
• Free

InovateINW: Forward Momentum: LaunchPad INW event, featuring Wayne Williams, will gather local founders, leaders, investors, educators, and ecosystem partners.

• Thursday, Feb. 26, 4-7 p.m.
• Fuel Coworking, 809 W. Main, Ste. 212, Spokane
• Free

SpoPro at Brick West Brewing: Spokane Professionals Society networking event will connect the local business community over food and drinks.

• Thursday, Feb. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Brick West Brewing, 1318 W. First, Spokane
• $20

Get Your Local Business on Google Search & Maps: Score online seminar will help small business owners reach customers using Google Search and Google Maps.

• Friday, Feb. 27, 2-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Homebuyer Happy Hour: Mike Harcarik event with Skip Leasure will provide homebuying information for new buyers.

• Friday, Feb. 27, 6-7 p.m.
• Whistle Punk Brewing, 122 S. Monroe, Ste. 4007, Spokane
• Free

How to Win with Buyers in 7 Steps: Spokane Real Estate Training class, held by Christie Peetoom, will cover a seven-step buyer servicing model.

• Tuesday, March 3, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
• Keller Williams Realty, 534 E. Spokane Falls Blvd., Ste. 300, Spokane
• Free

EWU PCE Badge Series: Verifying Skills & Finding the Right Fit: Eastern Washington University session for employers and industry partners will introduce digital badges as verification tools.

• Tuesday, March 3, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Speed Networking with Builders: Professional Women in Building speed networking event will include a raffle with builder-donated baskets.

• Tuesday, March 3, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
• La Paloma Event Center, 16208 E. Indiana, Spokane Valley
• $30

Creating with Canva – Lunch & Learn: Idaho Small Business Development Center online seminar will review Canva’s free tools to create brand assets from scratch.

• Tuesday, March 3, noon-1 p.m.
• Online
• $20

Environmental & Climate Law & Policy in the Inland Northwest: Gonzaga University presentation, featuring Vanessa Waldref and Dan Fruchter, will discuss the legal tools available to protect the environment.

• Tuesday, March 3, 6 p.m.
• Gonzaga University School of Law, 721 N. Cincinnati, Spokane
• Free

Lean Fundamentals with Spokane Colleges: Impact Washington and Spokane Colleges course will explore Lean tools through interactive exercises and guided discussions.

• Wednesday, March 4, 8 a.m.-noon
• Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene, Spokane
• $175

Employer Guide to Workers’ Rights: Washington state Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will review workplace rules and regulations enforced by the Employment Standards program.

• Wednesday, March 4, 10:30 a.m.-noon, and 3-4:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

2026 Valley Chamber Business Awards: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce event will recognize businesses, nonprofits, educators, and citizens who made a difference in 2025.

• Wednesday, March 4, 5-7:30 p.m.
• CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
• $75+ for members, $90+ for others

Capitalizing on Major Events: How to Choose & Plan Strategically: Score online seminar will provide a framework for deciding which events are worth a business investing in.

• Thursday, March 5, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Win-Win Negotiations: Spokane Real Estate Training event will review negotiation tactics and how to best counter them.

• Thursday, March 5, 12:30-2 p.m.
• Keller Williams Spokane, 534 E. Spokane Falls Blvd., Ste. 300, Spokane
• Free

Should I Start a Business? Let’s Find Out: Score online seminar will explore the practical steps of entrepreneurship, financial planning, and funding options.

• Friday, March 6, 1-2 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Government Action Program: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce meeting will cover public policies that affect the business community.

• Tuesday, March 10, 8-9 a.m.
• Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, 10808 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley
• Free

Labor Economist Webinar: Where Idaho’s Women Excel in Workforce Participation: Idaho Department of Labor online seminar, featuring Lisa Grigg, will explore postsecondary education rates of women in Idaho.

• Tuesday, March 10, 11 a.m.-noon
• Online
• Free

Manage Your Finances with Confidence Using Scalable Accounting Systems: Score online seminar will cover the essential accounting systems for small businesses.

• Tuesday, March 10, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Nonprofit Learning Series: Fundraising Basics: Innovia Foundation session will review the core elements of individual gifting programs and raising money for nonprofits.

• Tuesday, March 10, noon-1:30 p.m.
• Online
• $10

Smart Tech Systems for Future-Ready Businesses: Spokane Public Library event will discuss business protection and cybersecurity, automation, and more.

• Tuesday, March 10, 5-7 p.m.
• Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
• Free

Starting a Business in Idaho: Idaho Small Business Development Center online seminar will cover how to prepare to run a business and ensure success.

• Wednesday, March 11, 8-9 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Women Lead Spring Conference 2026: Gonzaga University workshop will cover leadership development, professional growth, and personal well-being.

• Wednesday, March 11, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
• John J. Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Spokane
• $199