Baldwin Sign Co. has seen a lot in the nearly 80 years since it was established here, and owner Jon Whipple says the company's flexibility, adoption of new technology, and commitment to quality have kept its doors open.

Spokane-based Sign Corp. is well underway on a series of signs for a Pittsburgh Steelers-themed attraction, to be called Steelers Country, at the Kennywood amusement park in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania.

Coeur d'Alene-based Continuous Composites, which develops and manufactures 3D printing robotic arms able to work with high-end materials, recently entered into a strategic partnership with Broomfield, Colorado-based Spatial Corp.

Executives with Rathdrum-based foundation drilling equipment manufacturer Bay Shore Systems Inc. say the company is planning for more growth, as it works to expand its sales networks both nationally and internationally.

Since ATC Manufacturing moved to its facility at 1224 N. Lean, in Post Falls, roughly three years ago, the employee count has nearly doubled, says owner and founder Dan Jorgenson.

Faculty at Community Colleges of Spokane say that in recent years, they've been working harder to establish relationships with employers that will enable them to train students for high-wage jobs in skilled trades.

Spokane couple Rich and Mary Clemson say working with grain has always been their forte, starting with their pasta-making company Pasta USA and leading to their newest venture, Liquid Brands Distillery, which does business as Warrior Liquor.