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Home » Calendar » Business Calendar: March 12 - March 25

Business Calendar: March 12 - March 25

March 12, 2026
Emily Botter-Hanson

Marketing Strategy for Profit: Idaho Small Business Development Center online seminar will cover the basics of successful marketing and how to set marketing goals.

  • Thursday, March 12, 8:30-10 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Washington State Fair Housing Class: Clockhours by Angie class will introduce real estate brokers and managing brokers to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Washington Law Against Discrimination.

  • Thursday, March 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Revel Spokane, 16807 E. Mission, Spokane Valley
  • $35

Understanding the Clean Buildings Act: What Owners & AEC Professionals Need to Know: OneAEC discussion will provide guidance on compliance timelines, cost implications, and more.

  • Thursday, March 12, 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
  • Ruby River Hotel, 700 N. Division, Spokane
  • $50 for members, $60 for others

Spokane Community Business Network March Event: Spokane Community Business Network event will gather local entrepreneurs to build connections.

  • Thursday, March 12, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Flamin’ Joes, 11618 E. Sprague, Ste. A, Spokane Valley
  • Free

SIMBA Member Morning Meet-Up: Spokane Independent Metro Business Alliance event will encourage conversation and connections between members.

  • Friday, March 13, 8-9:30 a.m.
  • Meeting House Café, 1801 E. 11th, Spokane
  • Free for members

Successfully Starting a New Business in WA: Score online seminar will provide the skills needed to start a successful business in Washington state, including licensing and financing.

  • Saturday, March 14, 9-11:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • $10

2026 Thriving Communities Summit: Innovia Foundation two-day summit will include guest speakers and interactive learning sessions to strengthen new and existing relationships centered on community well-being.

  • Monday, March 16, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday, March 17, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
  • Free for Innovia volunteers, $99 for others

Green Means Go: Business Networking & Economic Forecast: BNI Elite Growth Network event will feature casual networking and a market forecast with local professionals.

  • Tuesday, March 17, 8-10 a.m.
  • Liberty Lake Water District Building, 22510 E. Mission, Liberty Lake
  • Free

Quarterly Planning that Results in a Successful Year: ActionCoach Northwest session will teach participants how to build focused quarterly plans.

  • Tuesday, March 17, 9-11 a.m.
  • ActionCoach Northwest, 5813 E. Fourth, Spokane Valley
  • Free

Advanced Negotiation Strategy to Protect Profit & Close Stronger Deals: Score online seminar will examine approaches to negotiation with clarifying frameworks.

  • Tuesday, March 17, 10-11:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • $15

Service Animals in the Workplace: Idaho Department of Labor online seminar will cover service animal requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act for businesses and employers in Idaho.

  • Tuesday, March 17, 1-2 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Mastermind Connect: rConnect event will include adviser-led table discussions with expert guidance from industry representatives.

  • Tuesday, March 17, 2-4:30 p.m.
  • Burbity Workspaces, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Ste. 100, Spokane Valley
  • $50

2026 AGC Leadership Series: Associated General Contractors Inland Northwest Chapter program will begin its six-part series with the exploration of individual leadership styles.

  • Wednesday, March 18, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Inland Northwest AGC, 4935 E. Trent
  • $1,800 for full series

Employer Guide to Workers’ Rights: Washington state Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will cover wage and recordkeeping requirements, paid sick leave, and more.

  • Wednesday, March 18, 3-4:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Career Night: Keller Williams Realty Coeur d'Alene event will discuss careers in real estate, how to become qualified, and the Keller Williams agency.

  • Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Keller Williams Realty Coeur d’Alene, 3931 N. Schreiber Way
  • Free

Basic Computer Skills & Maximize Your Job Search: Idaho Department of Labor event will introduce computer basics and how to job-search.

  • Thursday, March 19, 10-11 a.m.
  • Idaho Department of Labor, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
  • Free

Tax Essentials for 2025 Taxes: Score online seminar will cover how small businesses can report and pay taxes, as well as report sales and salaries.

  • Thursday, March 19, noon-1:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Ads & Ales – A Monthly Mixer: American Advertising Federation Spokane networking event will connect the local advertising and marketing community in a casual setting.

  • Thursday, March 19, 4-7 p.m.
  • Griffin Tavern Kitchen + Taphouse, 1001 W. First, Spokane
  • Free

Debt Reduction Strategies: BECU online seminar will discuss practical tips and strategies helpful for creating debt payoff plans.

  • Thursday, March 19, 7 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

SHBA Next: Tip-Off Night: Spokane Home Builders Association event will discuss the Young Professional Council’s plans for 2026.

  • Thursday, March 19, 4-7 p.m.
  • David’s Pizza, 803 W. Mallon, Spokane
  • $20

QuickBooks Online Basics You Need to Know: Score online seminar will walk through QuickBooks Online, including customer sales, supplier purchases, and more.

  • Friday, March 20, 9-noon
  • Online
  • $10

Housing Affordability & Homelessness in Spokane: Trends, Data, & Policy Perspectives: Gonzaga University presentation will cover homelessness trends and housing affordability.

  • Monday, March 23, 6-7:30 p.m.
  • Jepson Center, 502 E. Boone, Spokane
  • Free

AI-Powered Business Planning: Create a Quick Business Plan in 3 Hours: Score online seminar will outline value statements to capture business ideas, concepts, and strategies.

  • Monday, March 24, 9-noon
  • Online
  • $10

Resume Workshop & Sharpen Your Interview Skills: Idaho Department of Labor workshop will discuss the skills employers are searching for in employees.

  • Tuesday, March 24, 10-11 a.m.
  • Idaho Department of Labor, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
  • Free

Paid Sick Leave: An Employer’s Guide: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will provide an overview of the rules and regulations for paid sick leave.

  • Tuesday, March 24, 3-4:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Coffee Chat: Inland Northwest Society of Human Resource Management event will discuss how members can maximize their memberships.

  • Wednesday, March 25, 8-9 a.m.
  • Indaba Coffee, 518 W. Riverside, Spokane
  • Free

Strategies to Identify & Reach Your Target Customers: Score online seminar will help find target markets and how to complete product and service designs.

  • Wednesday, March 25, 9-11 a.m.
  • Online
  • $10

Provider Billing Workshop: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will use electronic handouts to practice billing procedures.

  • Wednesday, March 25, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

After 5 Networking: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce event will celebrate the organization's 70th birthday and feature networking opportunities.

  • Wednesday, March 25, 4:30-6 p.m.
  • Longhorn Barbecue, 2315 N. Argonne Road, Spokane Valley
  • Free for members, $25 for others 
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