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Home » Calendar » Business Calendar: May 21 - June 3, 2026

Business Calendar: May 21 - June 3, 2026

May 21, 2026
Emily Botter-Hanson

Capitol Connections: BOMA Spokane networking event will focus on fostering relationships between members and political figures and candidates in Washington state.

  • Thursday, May 21, 3:30-5 p.m.
  • Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside, Spokane
  • $100

CFA Society Spokane & FPA Spokane Pickleball & Virtual Golf: CFA Society Spokane and FPA Spokane networking event will include pickleball games and virtual golf rounds.

  • Thursday, May 21, 4-6 p.m.
  • Wonderground Golf Lounge & Liquor Bar, 835 N. Post, Spokane
  • Free

NAWIC General Meeting + Trivia: National Association of Women in Construction Spokane chapter meeting will include construction-themed trivia.

  • Thursday, May 21, 4-6 p.m.
  • ABC Inland Pacific, 12610 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Ste. 1200, Spokane Valley
  • $25 for members, $30 for others, free for first-time guests

Business Leadership Speaker Series – Future of Work & Entrepreneurship in Spokane: Eastern Washington University presentation will feature Safeguard Equipment co-founder Brandon Bledsoe.

  • Thursday, May 21, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
  • Catalyst Building, 601 E. Riverside, Spokane
  • Free

Simplify the Homebuying Process: BECU online seminar will cover its First-Time Homebuyer Grant, how to avoid common homebuying mistakes, and more.

  • Thursday, May 21, 6:30-8 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Managing Your Business Financials: Idaho Small Business Development Center online seminar will discuss working smarter, how to use profit & loss statements for business management, and more.

  • Friday, May 22, 8:30-10 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Environmental Ethics Fair: Eastern Washington University job fair, with 350 Spokane, will highlight local environmental organizations with internship and career opportunities.

  • Friday, May 22, 4-5 p.m.
  • Hargreaves Hall, 616 Study Lane, Cheney
  • Free

Employer Guide to Workers’ Rights: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will cover key topics such as wage requirements and paid sick leave.

  • Tuesday, May 26, 10:30 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

Increase Sales and Profits with Pricing and Distribution Strategies: Score online seminar will review different distribution and channel strategies.

  • Tuesday, May 26, 1-3 p.m.
  • Online
  • $10

Financial Capabilities: Earn Extra Money to Improve Your Life: WorkSource Spokane two-day online seminar will discuss debt pitfalls and how to increase income.

  • Tuesday, May 26 and Thursday, May 28, 2:30-4 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

State of the Restaurant Industry: Navigating Change in 2026: Washington Hospitality Association online seminar will examine rising costs, consumer behavior, and workforce dynamics.

  • Wednesday, May 27, 10-11 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Overtime Exemptions for White-Collar Employees: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will cover key topics such as overtime rules and exemption requirements.

  • Wednesday, May 27, 10:30 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

After 5 Networking: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce networking event will connect local professionals and build business relationships.

  • Wednesday, May 27, 4:30-6 p.m.
  • WiPliance, 12410 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Ste. 100, Spokane Valley
  • Free for members, $25 for others

Manufacturing Coffee & Connect in CDA: Idaho Manufacturing Alliance event will create conversations between local manufacturers over coffee.

  • Thursday, May 28, 9-10:30 a.m.
  • Gizmo-CDA, 283 Hubbard, Ste. 102, Coeur d’Alene
  • Free

Basic Computer Skills and Maximize Your Job Search: Idaho Department of Labor workshop will show how to create an email account and complete online job applications.

  • Thursday, May 28, 10-11 a.m.
  • Idaho Department of Labor, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
  • Free

L&I Essentials for Business: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries online seminar will provide requirement updates, resources, and ways to protect businesses and employees.

  • Thursday, May 28, 10-11:20 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Winning Customers for Life: Washington Small Business Development Center online seminar will focus on building strong customer relationships that result in repeat business.

  • Thursday, May 28, 11 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

Financial Basics for New Small Businesses: Score online seminar will explain sales projections, how to understand the cost of goods and services, and more.

  • Thursday, May 28, 1-5 p.m.
  • Online
  • $10

How Small Businesses Win Grants: A Step-by-Step Guide: Score online seminar will cover grant funding, including what it is, who qualifies, and where to find it.

  • Friday, May 29, 9-10:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • $10

2026 Legislative Update: Washington State Society of Human Resource Management online seminar will provide insights from the recent legislative session.

  • Friday, May 29, noon-1:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • $25 for members, $35 for others

Strategies for Success: Health & Well-Being: WorkSource Spokane four-day online seminar will explore work-life balance while taking care of someone else.

  • Monday, June 1-Thursday, June 4, 9 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

QuickBooks Online Basics You Need to Know: Score online seminar will show how to use QuickBooks Online to record daily business transactions.

  • Monday, June 1, 9 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • $10

Coffee & Connect: Greater Spokane Incorporated networking event will include complimentary coffee and pastries.

  • Tuesday, June 2, 9-10:30 a.m.
  • EquipmentShare Inc., 4009 E. Francis, Spokane
  • Free

Fundraising 101: Development for Beginners: Idaho Nonprofit Center three-day online seminar will break down the fundraising process and provide the tools needed to support an organization’s capital needs.

  • Tuesday, June 2-Thursday, June 4, 9:30-11 a.m.
  • Online
  • $100 for members, $200 for others

Resume Workshop and Sharpen Your Interview Skills: Idaho Department of Labor workshop will review the skills employers look for in job applicants.

  • Tuesday, June 2, 10-11 a.m.
  • Idaho Department of Labor, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
  • Free

Patenting: An Inventor’s Point of View: Score online seminar will outline the steps to drafting patents to reduce attorney costs.

  • Tuesday, June 2, 1-3 p.m.
  • Online
  • $10

The Patent Playbook for Early-Stage Startups: Evergreen Bioscience Innovation Cluster presentation will discuss how startups can protect intellectual property and navigate applications.

  • Tuesday, June 2, 3-5 p.m.
  • FUEL Coworking, 809 W. Main, Ste. 212, Spokane
  • Free

The New Work Life Balance: Creating a Portfolio Life: Score online seminar will break down what it takes to manage a career with intention and prioritization.

  • Wednesday, June 3, 7-9 a.m.
  • Online
  • $10

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

  • Wednesday, June 3, 8-9 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free
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