News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 26, 2023

Events and technical assistance for area businesses highlighted during Global Entrepreneurship Month

Spokane Valley, WA – The City of Spokane Valley, in partnership with area organizations, will sponsor special workshops and other events for business owners, operators and entrepreneurs in all industries during Global Entrepreneurship Month, held annually in November.

The events will provide helpful resources and tools for individuals interested in launching a new business or expanding an existing business of any size. Workshops can be attended in person or virtually. 

Susan Joseph Nielsen, economic development specialist at the city, planned the local events and will serve as a moderator during two events. “We’re offering information along with our economic development partners locally and around the state for businesses and entrepreneurs to continue to grow their businesses,” Nielsen said. “This is a great opportunity to discover new tools and tap into the abundance of local entrepreneurial resources.” 

For more details about the following events, including how to register, visit SpokaneValleyWA.gov/ED and click on the event date on the calendar.

• Meet the Bigs: Doing Business with Government and Industry 2023 
  Thursday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in person at Northern Quest Resort and Casino
• What Washington Employers Need to Know: Small Business Liaison Team
  Wednesday, Nov. 8, from noon to 1 p.m. virtually via Zoom
• City of Spokane Valley Permits, Zoning, Licensing Essentials
  Tuesday, Nov. 14, from noon to 1 p.m. virtually via Zoom
• Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification Program
  Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m. to noon virtually via Zoom or in person at the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Meet Your Business Resources – Tips and Tools for Business Owners
  Friday, Nov. 17, from noon to 1 p.m. virtually via Zoom or in person at the Spokane Valley Library 

Partnering organizations for Global Entrepreneur Month events include the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, Greater Spokane Incorporated, Washington State Department of Commerce, sp3nw, Spokane Public Libraries, Spokane County Library District, Washington Small Business Development Centers, SNAP/Women’s Business Center, Washington State Microenterprise Association and Washington State Department of Labor & Industries/Washington State Small Business Liaison Team.

For more information about these events, please contact: 
Susan Joseph Nielsen
Spokane Valley Economic Development Department
509-720-5058
snielsen@spokanevalleywa.gov

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jsmith@SpokaneValleyWA.gov
509-720-5411