Starting a Business in Idaho: Idaho Small Business Development Center and North Idaho College will host a webinar with Teree Taylor, training coordinator at North Idaho Small Business Development Center  discussing first steps in starting a business.

• Thursday, Nov. 5, 8-9 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Social Media Marketing Essentials For Business: SCORE Spokane will present an online class on social media marketing best practices for business owners.

• Thursday, Nov. 5, 10-11:15 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Knight Wall Systems Tour: Construction Specification Institute - Inland Northwest Rockies Chapter will facilitate a factory tour at Knight Wall Systems.

• Thursday, Nov. 5, 3-4 p.m.
2401 E. 6th, Deer Park
• Free

Plaiting the Golden Braid: How AI Can Lead to Greater Humanity in Healthcare: UW-GU Health Partnership will present keynote speaker Andrew Trister, chief medical and scientific officer at Veril, who will discuss modern healthcare innovations.

• Thursday, Nov. 5, 6-7:30 p.m.
• Gonzaga University, John J. Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Hemmingson Ballroom, Spokane
• Free

From Message to Money: Smart Marketing for Small Business: Idaho Small Business Development Center and North Idaho College will host a webinar about how to market a small business.

• Thursday, Nov. 6, 8:30-10 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Asset Protection & Wealth Creation Summit Livestream: Protect Wealth Academy will host a seminar discussing wealth safety and management strategies.

• Monday, Nov. 9, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Nonprofit Finance 101: The Nonprofit Center, an Idaho Community Foundation program, will offer a two-day webinar giving board and staff members the basics of managing the finances of a nonprofit organization.

• Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 9-10, 9:30-11 a.m.
• Online
• $50 for members, $100 for others

Shifts in Idaho's Healthcare Delivery System: Labor Economist Webinar: Idaho Department of Labor will present guest speaker Lorren Morgan, regional labor economist, who will discuss changes in healthcare. 

• Monday, Nov. 9, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Veteran-Owned Business Panel: Eastern Washington University's Veteran Resource Center and College of Professional Programs will present a panel featuring veteran-owned businesses in the region.

• Monday, Nov. 9, 1-3 p.m.
• Eastern Washington University, Pence Union Building, 926 Elm, Nysether Community Room, Cheney
• Free

Empower Your Business by Understanding Workers' Compensation in Washington: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will host a webinar to offer worker compensation training. 

• Tuesday, Nov. 10, 9:30 a.m.-noon
• Online
• Free 

Women Lead Fall Luncheon 2026: Greater Spokane Inc. and Gonzaga University's School of Leadership Studies will host a luncheon and presentation from Beverly Anderson, president and chief executive officer at BECU, about her leadership journey. 

• Tuesday, Nov. 10, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Gonzaga University, John J. Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Hemmingson Ballroom, Spokane
• $55

Managing Your Business Financials - Business Accelerator Series: Idaho Small Business Development Center and North Idaho College will host a webinar with Deborah Dickerson, senior business coach at North Idaho Small Business Development Center, teaching strategies for interpreting business performance.

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

Immigration Changes are Happening. Is Your Business Ready?: Women's Business Enterprise Council Pacific chapter will present a webinar offering guidance on current and evolving employment policies and enforcement.

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m.-noon
• Online
• Free

OneAEC Higher Education Panel: A Strategic Look At What's Ahead: OneAEC will host a panel with regional colleges and universities regarding the future of higher education design and construction.

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
• Ruby River Hotel, 700 N. Division, Spokane
• Free

Spokane Community Business Network: Spokane Community Business Network will host a networking event.

• Thursday, Nov. 12. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
• David's Pizza, 803 West Mallon, Spokane
• Free

Setting Yourself Up to Make a Profit: Costing and Break-Even Analysis: Washington Small Business Development Center will review accounting and budgeting for small businesses.

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 1-2 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Preferred Worker Program: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will host a webinar covering the benefits and eligibility of the Preferred Worker Program.

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 1-2 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Women in Manufacturing Member Connect: Women in Manufacturing Association will hold a networking event connecting professionals in the manufacturing industry.

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 1-2 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Work/Place Balance Personal Development Workshop: Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges will host a workshop on how to set healthy boundaries at work. 

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 1-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Small Business Resource Fair: Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce has scheduled a resource fair for small businesses.

• Thursday, Nov. 12, 3-4:30 p.m.
• CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley 
• Free

Effective Resumes and Cover Letters Workshop: WorkSource Spokane will hold an online workshop covering best strategies for creating a resume that appeals to employers.

• Friday, Nov. 13, 9:30-11 a.m.
• WorkSource Spokane, 130 S. Arthur, Spokane and online
• Free

11th Annual Historic Preservation Awards: Spokane Preservation Advocates will hold an event recognizing the people, projects, and organizations helping preserve Spokane's historic places.

• Sunday, Nov. 15, 6-9 p.m.
• The Montvale Hotel, 1005 W. First, Spokane
• Free

 Paid Sick Leave: An Employer’s Guide: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will host a webinar on the legislative requirements of paid sick leave.

• Monday, Nov. 16, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Overtime Exemptions for White-Collar Employee’s: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has scheduled a webinar about the legislative overtime exemption rules for executive, administrative, and professional employees.

• Monday, Nov. 16, 1-2 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Strategies and Approach to Equitable, Climate Resilient Water and Sanitation in the United States: Gonzaga University presents guest speaker Morgan Shimabaku, of the Pacific Institute, to discusses how cities can improve water management.

• Monday, Nov. 16, 6-8 p.m.
• Gonzaga University, John J. Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Hemmingson Auditorium, Spokane
• Free

Employment Law for HR: A Deep Dive into Recent Case Law and Legislative Developments: Inland Northwest Society for Human Resource Management will host employment law attorneys Micheal Church and Alice Riethman, both of Pierson Ferdinand, to discuss employment-related legislation and how it impacts employers.

• Tuesday, Nov. 17, 8-11:30 a.m.
• CenterPlace Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
• $125 for members, $150 for others

APWA Virtual Self-Assessment Workshop: American Public Works Association will host a virtual accreditation workshop. 

• Tuesday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-noon
• Online
• $99 for members; $149 for others

Effective Communication Strategies Professional Development Workshop: Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges will host a workshop on understanding dialogue and reducing miscommunication in the workplace.

• Tuesday, Nov. 17, 1-3 p.m. 
• Online
• Free

Eat Local First Buyer+Producer Mixer: Eat Local First and Spokane Conservation District will host a networking event for food producers, buyers, and food systems at the Farm & Food Symposium event.

• Tuesday, Nov. 17, 4-6 p.m.
• Mirabeau Park Hotel, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
• Free

NVL Connect: Gonzaga University's New Venture Lab will hold an in-person networking event and student showcase connecting entrepreneurs and businesses with New Venture Lab students.

• Tuesday, Nov. 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
• Gonzaga University, John J. Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Hemmingson #201, Jundt Lounge, Spokane
• Free

2026 Lake Roosevelt Conference: Lake Roosevelt Forum will host a two-day conference about the environmental, cultural, and economic needs of the Lake Roosevelt basin. 

• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 19, 8 a.m.- 3 p.m.
• CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
• Day one costs $132 for members, $85 per person for groups of three or more; day 2 costs $210 for members, $145 per person for groups of three or more

Growth With a Purpose: Spokane Realtors Young Professional Network will feature Eric Simon, chief of content at BAM, who will discuss how to strengthen a business brand.

• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m.- noon
• The Pergola Event Venue, 2928 N. Madelia, Spokane
• $25.29 through Nov. 17, $42.76 at the door

Provider Billing Workshop: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will hold a webinar about the basics of billing L&I.

• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Isolated worker protections: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will host a webinar on employer responsibilities regarding employees who work in isolation.

• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Starting a Nonprofit: Essential Insights for Aspiring Founders: Score Spokane will hold an online class about the basics of starting a nonprofit.

• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

6th Annual Women's Luncheon: Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber will host a networking luncheon with keynote speaker Kelsey Pfendler, an American ocean rower, who will discuss overcoming challenges to achieve goals.

• Wednesday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• The Coeur d'Alene Resort, 115 S. Second, Coeur d'Alene
• $99 for members, $129 for others

Making a Lasting Difference: Building a Sustainable Nonprofit: Score Spokane will hold a virtual workshop exploring five key pillars of building a strong nonprofit organization. 

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

Mastering Google Ads & PPC Lead Generation: Washington Small Business Development Center will share how to reach more customers using Google Ads.

• Thursday, Nov. 19, 1-2:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Equal Pay and Opportunities Act: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will host a webinar covering Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act.

• Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Career Transitions @ Spokane College: Spokane Community College will hold an information session about its six-week workplace development program.

• Thursday, Nov. 19, 2-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free