May 2, 20257:30 am - 9:00 am The Hive - A Spokane Public Library, 2904 E Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, USA
Business Brew is a simple idea—just coffee with a business expert. Business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time answers and feedback. The agenda and structure are simple and meant to inspire natural conversation. It’s an informal gathering designed to support the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Spokane region.
May 7, 20257:30 am - 8:45 am MØDE 2110 N Molter Rd, Liberty Lake, WA
Entrepreneurs & Founders, join us at Grit & Grind Join the roundtable and plant a seed or cultivate your big idea. Make connections and discover resources to fuel your inspiration. No guest speakers—just peers sharing and helping each other grow. No need to RSVP—come as you are. Enjoy a cup of coffee, find meaningful conversations, and be part of something you can watch grow. Ample free parking. Host: Kris Fuehr https://lu.ma/cds46fi7*Follow directions to the Pavilion*
IDL Summit
IDL Summit
May 7, 202511:00 am - May 8, 20255:00 pm The Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection, 333 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201, USA
Leverage Google to put your business directly in front of people seeking your products and services. Google Ads offers fast, cost-effective solutions for businesses of all sizes. Learn about:
Setting up a free Google My Business profile
What Google Search Ads are and why they are valuable
Search trends for your business
How to budget for a campaign
Common mistakes to avoid when running Google Ads
About us - Marina and Sandra’s combined experience covers almost every marketing channel across diverse industries like retail, recruitment, healthcare, and more. They met while working on the same team at Amazon, managing media campaigns with annual budgets up to $60MM to support warehouse hiring in over 2,500 facilities across North America. They formed Marketing Works in early 2024 to support local businesses through data-driven digital marketing tactics that accelerate growth.
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GSI Peer Networking at the Centennial Hotel
GSI Peer Networking at the Centennial Hotel
May 13, 20254:00 pm - 6:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://web.greaterspokane.org/events/GSI-Peer-Networking-at-the-Centennial-Hotel-3442/details
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Export Compliance 201
Export Compliance 201
May 14, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99272656
College Outreach: Student Loan Financial Literacy and Strategic Planning
College Outreach: Student Loan Financial Literacy and Strategic Planning
May 14, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=M2luNmhzaWo4ZzVqOWswamIxdG5hMWNkZ2sgY19iMTQ1YmYxMTQ5ZDM3Zjg0MTgyMWM5Y2FjODJhNjYzYjEzZGFiMjNmM2NhMGZjNTEyYTU0YWI4YTAzYTkwZGVjQGc
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BizFair 2025 - Spokane
BizFair 2025 - Spokane
May 15, 202512:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99272703
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Legislative Wrap-up
Legislative Wrap-up
May 20, 20258:30 am - 10:00 am
For more details, visit: https://web.greaterspokane.org/events/Legislative-Wrap-up-3424/details
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Grit & Grind
Grit & Grind
May 21, 20257:30 am - 8:45 am MØDE 2110 N Molter Rd, Liberty Lake, WA
Entrepreneurs & Founders, join us at Grit & Grind Join the roundtable and plant a seed or cultivate your big idea. Make connections and discover resources to fuel your inspiration. No guest speakers—just peers sharing and helping each other grow. No need to RSVP—come as you are. Enjoy a cup of coffee, find meaningful conversations, and be part of something you can watch grow. Ample free parking. Host: Kris Fuehr
For more details, visit: https://web.greaterspokane.org/events/GSI-Polling-Results-Special-Briefing-3467/details
College Outreach: Student Loan Financial Literacy and Strategic Planning
College Outreach: Student Loan Financial Literacy and Strategic Planning
May 21, 20252:00 pm - 3:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=MGdybHNwbTdiMDUyNDIzMjNpMXZ2MzdpNTUgY19iMTQ1YmYxMTQ5ZDM3Zjg0MTgyMWM5Y2FjODJhNjYzYjEzZGFiMjNmM2NhMGZjNTEyYTU0YWI4YTAzYTkwZGVjQGc
JumpStart Event Cash Management Strategies for 2025 and Beyond
JumpStart Event Cash Management Strategies for 2025 and Beyond
May 21, 20252:00 pm - 3:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://web.greaterspokane.org/events/JumpStart-Event-Cash-Management-Strategies-for-2025-and-Beyond-3464/details
L&I: Contractor In-Person Workshop in Pullman
L&I: Contractor In-Person Workshop in Pullman
May 21, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99272690
SIMBA School of Business: Business Planning & Goal Setting
SIMBA School of Business: Business Planning & Goal Setting
May 21, 20255:00 pm - 7:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=NTQ2bDA0NWM1YjRjbWY0N3JwNHEzYmdvYWQgY19iMTQ1YmYxMTQ5ZDM3Zjg0MTgyMWM5Y2FjODJhNjYzYjEzZGFiMjNmM2NhMGZjNTEyYTU0YWI4YTAzYTkwZGVjQGc
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Creative Enterprise Pitch Party | 2025
Creative Enterprise Pitch Party | 2025
May 22, 20255:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For more details, visit: https://www.terrainspokane.com/happening-now/2025/5/22/creative-enterprise-pitch-party-2025
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SIMBA School of Business: Extra Credit
SIMBA School of Business: Extra Credit
May 28, 20254:00 pm - 5:30 pm
For more details, visit: https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=NWxjMjhhMnF0c2lpZ2Vqb2VmMHByM2J0ODAgY19iMTQ1YmYxMTQ5ZDM3Zjg0MTgyMWM5Y2FjODJhNjYzYjEzZGFiMjNmM2NhMGZjNTEyYTU0YWI4YTAzYTkwZGVjQGc
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Terrain Gallery Fundraiser | 2025
Terrain Gallery Fundraiser | 2025
May 30, 20256:00 pm - 9:00 pm
For more details, visit: https://www.terrainspokane.com/happening-now/2025/5/30/terrain-gallery-fundraiser-2025