Congratulations to the Spokane Journal of Business on 40 years of exceptional business reporting. While I’m not necessarily thrilled to admit I have worked through the evolution of the financial industry in the region for the last 40 years, it’s been exciting to be a part of and see our industry grow and evolve. Many of the areas the industry has changed in the last four decades will continue, albeit in different ways.

Over the past 40 years, Spokane’s business community has been defined by examples of resilience, innovation, and collaboration. For me, the best stories center around adaptability, fueled by a shared commitment among local businesses to invest in our most important asset: a strong community. As we look to the future, our ability to embrace change will determine our region’s success in a rapidly evolving economy.