Link to resources for those starting a business - licensing information, forms of organization, start-up checklist, etc.
Link to Resources to help you grow your business, including government contracting
Link to Articles/Information about Successful Entrepreneurs
Link to Business Education Resources in the Inland NW & beyondLink to Business Planning Resources, sample plans, templates
Link to Free Counseling resources available in the Inland Northwest and OnlineLink to Funding Resources (Loans, Grants, Venture Capital) Link to listing of BIC Library resources by topicLink to Marketing information/resources
Link to Information & Statistics (Demographics, Industry-Related, Tax, etc.)
Link to Workforce Development/Management Resources in the Inland NW

Link to Economic Development Organizations
Link to International Trade Resources, Organizations
Link to Technology Organizations, ResourcesLink to New Product Introduction/Research & Development (R&D) Resources
Link to Public Policy/Advocacy Resources, Organizations

Link to resources for minority-owned businesses, also shows benefits of a diverse workforce and ways to achieveLink to resources for women in business
Link to Calendars of Interest to Entrepreneurs
Link to "What's New"
Logo and Link to Biz Street Spokane - the Spokane Regional Chamber's resource for Small Business
Photo of Spokane Region with words "Small Business Spokane and the Inland Northwest - Working Together for Small Business" Graphic Design: Maria Vandervert, Spokane EDC/Photo Courtesy Jackie Wright, Spokane EDC

Entrepreneurial
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Celebrating Successful Inland NW Entrepreneurs

Success in Action - spotlighting successful area entrepreneurs who have used the resources of SBA and its resource partners - SCORE, "Counselors to America's Small Business," SBDCs, Small Business Development Centers, and Business Information Centers.

U.S. Small Business Administration - Spokane Office Awards for Small Business Persons of the Year, Entrepreneurial Success and Accountant Advocate (winners for 2001 - 2003 are listed)

Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce Agora Awards
 

2004 AGORA Award Winners Announced
The Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the 2004 AGORA Awards on June 2, recognizing businesses in our region that exemplify leadership in supporting a strong economy and quality of life. Winners were selected by an independent team of volunteer judges based on a list of criteria including company growth, marketing strategy, employee environment, response to adversity, customer service, community service and contribution to economic development and job creation.  Click on the name of the winner to find out why they were selected.

Non-Profit Category: Inland Northwest Health Services
Small Business Category:  Spokane Occupational and Hand Therapy
Medium Business Category:  Cyrus O’Leary’s Pies
Large Business Category:  Lydig Construction, Inc.
Entrepreneurial Spirit Award:  Zak Designs, Inc.
C. Michael Archer Community Service Award:  Taylor Engineering, Inc.

2003 Agora Award Winners

Spokane Chamber receives 2004 Partnership Award from the U.S. Small Business Administration

Technet - The Inland NW's Connection to Education & Growth in Technology
2003 Catalyst Awards

What are Catalyst Awards?
Each year the Technet Committee recognizes excellence in three categories that highlight demonstrated commitment and dedication to the growth of technology and technology-related initiatives in the greater Inland Northwest. The Catalyst Awards are given in three categories: Organization, Company, and Individual.  This years winners are:

Company -Advanced Input Devices
Organization - Inland Northwest Health Services
Innovator- Dr. Steve Simmons

Hogan Entrepreneurial Leadership Program 
spacer only2004 Business Plan Winners Announced!

The Inland Northwest Tourism Awards were presented by the Spokane Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau at the 5th Annual Awards Program, May 13, 2004.

Tourism Professional of the Year - Harry Sladich, Sterling Hospitality
First Impression Award for Sales - Connie Wagner, Quality Inn Valley Suites Hospitality Volunteer of the Year - Sandy Kates, LCD Exposition Services
Rising Star Award - Lisa Bracco, Spokane County Fair & Expo Center
Attraction Award - Spokane County Fair & Expo Center
The White Glove Award - Best Western Pheasant Hill Housekeeping Staff
The Silver Spoon Award - Yong Yudt, Holiday Inn Express Spokane Valley
 

 

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