News

May 24, 2023
A multi-agency partnership led by the nonprofit Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI) has received a $150,000 grant to create new career pathways for unemployed and underemployed...
May 24, 2023
By Jake Mayson, Director of Public Policy, Greater Spokane Inc. A Spokane regional delegation of community leaders recently went to Washington D.C. for the “D.C....
Posted in: Public Policy
May 11, 2023
By Gary Ballew, CEcD, VP, Economic Development I know a number of you have time-honored family traditions around Economic Development Week, like the lighting of...
Posted in: Economic Development
May 11, 2023
The Spokane City Council in a unanimous vote, approved an emergency ordinance which outlawed the knowing possession of illegal drugs and their use in public...
May 3, 2023
By Spokane Workforce Council Hiring and retaining talent is one of the most critical challenges that businesses face today. We recently hosted a hiring and...
Posted in: Education and Talent
April 26, 2023
We asked our member partners to submit their most recent success at our Annual Celebration in March. From new programs launched to new buildings constructed,...
April 25, 2023
An economic development perspective: How a community rebuild inspires strength and tenacity at homeBy Gary Ballew, CEcD, VP, Economic Development I was recently driving through...
April 25, 2023
By Joey Gunning, Strategic Growth Manager, Greater Spokane Inc. In today’s fast-paced digital age, small business owners are constantly seeking innovative and efficient ways to...
April 13, 2023
Evergreen Bio Awarded $200k Evergreen Manufacturing Growth Grant