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March 25, 2026

Another Successful Event!

The Journal of Business launched its Inland Northwest Business of the Year Awards to recognize organizations—and one individual—that have demonstrated growth, success, and a spirit of innovation.  The event was a huge success and we look to next years event.

Congratulations to our winners!

Small Business of the Year (25 or fewer employees)

Electric Photoland

Medium Business of the Year (26-100 employees)

Verdis (YOY Inc.)

Large Business of the Year (101+ employees)

Davenport Hotels

Social Service Nonprofit of the Year 

Embrace Washington

2025 Business Leader of the Year

John J. Hemmingson Lakeside Cos. CEO

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS SUPPLEMENT Click here to read our Business of the Year Awards supplement in an easy to read flip book

Congratulations to our Finalists 

Small Business of the Year (25 or fewer employees)

Built to Move Chiropractic & Sports Rehabilitation
Electric Photoland
All Star Glass Co.

Medium Business of the Year (26-100 employees)

Aequus Sports LLC (USL Spokane soccer)
Safeguard Equipment Inc.
Verdis (YOY Inc.)

Large Business of the Year (101+ employees)

Black Realty Inc.
Davenport Hotels
Idaho Central Credit Union

Social Service Nonprofit of the Year 

Embrace Washington
HUB Sports Center
Women Helping Women Fund

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