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2020 Icons: Pam Senske

Daughter of founder modernized company, helped shape culture

March 26, 2020

Though founded by a man in the predominantly male world of manufacturing, West Plains packaging equipment manufacturer Pearson Packaging Systems has a long history of being run by women. And arguably, none played a more influential role than Pam Senske

2020 Icons: Phil Kuharski

Longtime economics expert still going by the numbers

March 26, 2020

Mike McLean

Phil Kuharski, the former Fidelity Mutual Savings Bank executive long known as the leading economic authority on the Spokane real estate market, says he's been working with numbers since he was 6 years old.

2020 Icons: Larry Brown

Fixture of INW restaurant scene re-invented eateries to stay current

March 26, 2020

Virginia Thomas

Spokane restaurateur Larry Brown, 75, got his entrepreneurial start early in life. At age 12, his mother said to him, 'You're old enough to start paying your own way.â€

Building The Inland Northwest

Highlighting the top construction projects in the Spokane-Coeur d'Alene area

March 26, 2020

Journal of Business Staff

The Journal news team has written a collection of stories on two dozen of the biggest construction projects in the Inland Northwest. Amazon. Riverfront Park. The North Spokane Corridor, and much more.

Vaccine, drug manufacturing startup secures angel funding

Selkirk Pharma raises $9M, eyes first plant

March 26, 2020

Virginia Thomas

Spokane-based injectable-drug manufacturing and packaging startup Selkirk Pharma Inc. has raised $9 million in new angel funding. Meanwhile, the company is considering how the current coronavirus pandemic could affect the construction time line

Cash flow concerns rise early in coronavirus era

Restaurateurs, retailers work to stay afloat amid mandated restrictions

March 26, 2020

Natasha Nellis

The wooden tables are polished and gleaming, lined with red metal chairs waiting for customers that aren't allowed to stay. The lights are dimmed, but the doors are open for take-out business at Brick West Brewery, in downtown Spokane.

Losses due to event cancellations, postponements surpass $35M

Some organizers expected bustling second-half rally

March 26, 2020

Virginia Thomas

By Friday, March 20, Spokane had lost more than $35 million in anticipated economic impacts as events that had been scheduled to take place in the Spokane area were canceled or postponed due to concerns over the coronavirus outbreak.

COVID-19 Resource Guide for Spokane Business

Links to resources, guidance, and advice during coronavirus pandemic

March 25, 2020

Mike McLean

As COVID-19 takes its economic toll on business owners and employees during the ongoing health crisis, a number of government agencies, relief organizations, and private enterprises are making resources available to provide assistance. Here are some of th

Washington manufacturers asked for help to fill medical-supply shortages

Gloves, gowns, hand sanitizer among items being requested

March 23, 2020

Kevin Blocker

The state of Washington and Impact Washington say they're working with manufacturing companies â€“ and need more â€“ to redirect their operations during the coronavirus pandemic. Manufacturing companies that have any role in making critical components,

Coronavirus and your communications plan

Staying connected with your audience during the pandemic

March 19, 2020

Michelle Hege

As the world grapples with COVID-19, communicators in health care, hospitality, government, professional services, education, and every other industry are working to ensure their businesses and employees are safe and supported - despite many unknowns an