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Home » Calendar » Business Calendar: July 30 - Aug. 12, 2026

Business Calendar: July 30 - Aug. 12, 2026

July 30, 2026
Haylee Simpson

Stump an Engineer – Networking Forum: Washington State Conservation Commission's Center for Technical Development online event will provide networking opportunities for conservation district employees across the state.

  • Thursday, July 30, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Resume Workshop and Sharpen Your Interview Skills: Idaho Department of Labor event will provide guidance on resume and interview preparation for those entering the job market.

  • Thursday, July 30, 10-11 a.m.
  • Idaho Department of Labor-Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
  • Free

Liberty Business Collaborative: Liberty Business Collaborative networking event will connect local professionals through discussion of community contributions.

  • Thursday, July 30, noon-2 p.m.
  • Mode Campus, 2110 N. Molter Road, Liberty Lake
  • Free

Effective Communication Strategies Professional Development Workshop: Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges webinar will teach communication skills in a professional setting.

  • Thursday, July 30, 1-3 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Financial Basics for New Small Businesses: Score webinar will teach small business owners the financial skills needed to calculate future funding. 

  • Thursday, July 30, 1-5 p.m.
  • Online
  • $10

Instagram Marketing for Small Businesses: Score webinar will cover how to leverage social media for promoting brands and building credibility.

  • Friday, July 31, 9-10:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • $10

Interviewing Techniques Workshop: WorkSource Spokane online workshop will coach jobseekers on interviewing techniques and tailoring resumes.

  • Friday, July 31, 9:30-11 a.m.
  • WorkSource Spokane, 130 S. Arthur, Spokane, or online
  • Free

Coffee, Business, Value – Morning Discussions: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce recurring event will feature discussions on business valuations and resources.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 4, 7:45-9 a.m.
  • Kindred & Co., 851 E. Fourth, Post Falls
  • Free

DoW Mentor Protégé Program Overview: Washington state Apex Accelerator and MoveAmerica online workshop will explore the Department of War Mentor-Protégé Program’s role in connecting defense contractors and small businesses.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 4, 9-10 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Basic Computer Skills and Maximize Your Job Search: Idaho Department of Labor event will provide training on current technology, job applications, and employment documents.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 4, 10-11 a.m.
  • Idaho Department of Labor-Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
  • Free

Small Business Requirements & Resources Webinar: Washington State Small Business Liaison Team webinar will teach business owners about the state’s major regulatory requirements for operation and helpful resources.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 4, 1-2 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Small Business Success: Mastering the Essentials: Score webinar will instruct entrepreneurs on business planning, marketing, and financial management.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 4, 4-6 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Coffee & Concepts: Post Falls Chamber of Commerce networking event will connect entrepreneurs for discussion on business ideas, plans, and projects.

  • Wednesday, Aug. 5, 7:30-9 a.m.
  • The Innovation Den, 418 E. Lakeside, Coeur d’Alene
  • Free

Contracting Coffee Hour: WA state Apex Accelerator online event will instruct business owners on how to win government contracts. 

  • Wednesday, Aug. 5, 8-9:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

WaACRAO 2026 Conference: Washington state Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers annual event will focus on fostering belonging, innovation in education, best practices, and more.

  • Thursday, Aug. 6, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Gonzaga University, Cataldo Hall, 429 E. Boone, Spokane
  • $55

Access to Capital: Preparing Your Business for Funding Success: Washington Small Business Development Center online event will cover how to align funding needs with the right financing options, what lenders expect to see in documentation, and more.

  • Thursday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

Demystifying Financial Foundations: Income, Assets & Cash Flow: Score webinar will teach business owners how to understand, create, and use financial statements. 

  • Saturday, Aug. 8, 8-9:30 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Homebuyer Education: Snap Financial Access webinar will teach first-time homebuyers the home purchase process and how to obtain financial resources.

  • Saturday, Aug. 8, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, Spokane
  • Free

Funding Your Dream: Exploring Loans, Equity, Crowdfunding & More: Score webinar will assist business owners in identifying and locating sources of funding.

  • Saturday, Aug. 8, 9:45-11:15 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Creating Realistic Financial Projections for Your Small Business: Score webinar will instruct business owners on the purpose, creation, and usage of financial projections.

  • Saturday, Aug. 8, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Starting a Business in Idaho: Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will teach Idaho entrepreneurs how to prepare to run a business.

  • Wednesday, Aug. 12, 8-9 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Basics: Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will teach business owners about the importance of organized bookkeeping and the essential tools of QuickBooks.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 11, 9-10 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

The Forum for Skills-Based Hiring: Washington State Office of Financial Management online forum will discuss skills-based hiring practices and allow human resources professionals to connect through peer-learning.

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

Labor Economist Webinar: The Various Gauges of Labor Demand in Idaho: Idaho Department of Labor webinar will feature labor economists who will cover Idaho’s job market.

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

Resume Workshop: Idaho Department of Labor online event will instruct job seekers on creating resumes that stand out to employers.

  • Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2-3 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Coffee, Business, Value – Morning Discussions: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce recurring event will feature discussions on business valuations and resources.

  • Wednesday, Aug. 12, 7:45-9 a.m.
  • The Garden Coffee & Local Eats, 213 S. University Road, Suite 1, Spokane Valley
  • Free

7 Seconds to Impact – Creating Extraordinary Elevator Pitches: WA state Apex Accelerator online event will teach professionals communication techniques for networking events. 

  • Wednesday, Aug. 12, 9-11 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

WorkSource Drop-In Help: Spokane County Library District event will host WorkSource Spokane career coaches to offer guidance and support to jobseekers.

  • Wednesday, Aug. 12, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Road, Spokane Valley
  • Free
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