When college athletes gained the ability to profit from their name, image, and likeness in 2021, Gonzaga University student Jesse Riodil saw an opportunity that never materialized for him during his four years playing on the men’s soccer team.

Energy leaders from 20 Dutch companies and institutions met in Spokane in October to tackle grid management challenges and digital energy solutions alongside regional leaders from Avista, Itron, WSU, and the city of Spokane.

Tacoma, Washington-based engineering firm Ethos Civil LLC is expanding its presence in Spokane as demand for civil engineering, site development, project management, and entitlement services continues to drive growth across the Pacific Northwest.