Nearly 500 people attended the 2024 Economic Forecast at the Spokane Convention Center. With uncertainty in the air, it was nice to see the data and hear from our local economists help put things into perspective for 2024. Presented by U.S. Bank, this year’s event featured Steve Scranton, Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer […]
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By Joey Gunning, Strategic Growth Manager, Greater Spokane Inc. “We are on the cusp of unprecedented change.” Those were the words of Lightcast CEO, Chris Kibarian, during the opening address of the 2023 Lightcast Connect Conference in Coeur d’ Alene. Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics, is dedicated to unlocking new possibilities in
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By Alisha Benson, CEO, Greater Spokane Inc., and Carla Cicero, GSI Board Chair, and President & CEO, Numerica Credit Union *The GSI Connect Magazine is published in partnership with the Spokane Journal of Business. To read the 2023-2024 edition of the magazine view the digital publication here or contact us to pick up your copies
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(SPOKANE, WASH.) – In an exciting development for the Spokane business community, Spokane Public Library and Spokane County Library District have come together to acquire and revitalize StartUp Spokane, a program originally created by Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI) to support local entrepreneurs and foster business growth. This strategic partnership, fueled by a grant from the
By Jake Mayson, Director of Public Policy, Greater Spokane Inc. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, access to economic opportunities and the global marketplace is becoming increasingly dependent upon a high-speed internet connection. The federally funded Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has proven invaluable in enabling low-income Americans to gain access to this critical resource, connecting
We are compiling requests for the Regional Advocacy Council’s State Legislative Agenda in anticipation of the upcoming legislative session. Annually, Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI) generates a community-focused Legislative Agenda that outlines and prioritizes the work we undertake in Olympia during the legislative session. Focused on our mission to lead transformative business and community initiatives to
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As part of its work to expand the health and life sciences sector in the Spokane region, the Evergreen Bioscience Innovation Cluster (Evergreen Bio) submitted a proposal to the Washington State Department of Commerce for an Evergreen Manufacturing Growth Grant in February and was awarded $200,000 in April 2023. With an extremely aggressive schedule to
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Landscape Study Identifies gaps and opportunities for the Spokane region There is stiff competition across the globe to attract, assist, and retain businesses in communities across the U.S. and Spokane is no exception. The health and life sciences industry in Spokane has played a prominent role in our regional economy and is a hub providing
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By Joey Gunning, Strategic Growth Manager, Greater Spokane Inc. Saturday, July 29th was a momentous occasion as we celebrated the graduation of our first cohort of the Spokane Inclusive Business Catalyst (SIBC). The evening was filled with inspiration, hope, and a sense of accomplishment as we witnessed nine remarkable entrepreneurs of color successfully complete the
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Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI), in partnership with AHANA, the region’s Multi-Ethnic Business Association, proudly announces the successful graduation of its inaugural Spokane Inclusive Business Catalyst (SIBC) cohort, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of underrepresented businesses. This accelerator program, specifically designed to empower small business owners from diverse backgrounds, has provided a transformative experience
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