Spokane Professional Networking Groups
This is my personal list of local groups. Please feel free to share it and provide feedback—it's always a work in progress!
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Business Brew
Local Private Group
Business Professionals / Entrepreneurs
Coffee with an expert. A monthly event where business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time feedback in an informal setting designed to inspire conversation and support Spokane’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Monthly gatherings; specific dates announced online.
Open to all entrepreneurs and business owners; no membership required.
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CEOtoCEO
Regional Private Group
Business Professionals
Provides CEOs and executives with peer-to-peer conversations and presentations on business and leadership from dynamic speakers, offering insights from a wide range of enterprises.
Regular breakfast meetings featuring guest speakers; schedules available on their website.
Open to CEOs and business owners; event fees typically around $50 per breakfast session.
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Empower Spokane
Local Private Group
Women's Business Professionals
Aims to empower women through networking, professional development, and community involvement.
Regular meetings and events; schedules provided to members.
No membership fees.
www.linkedin.com/groups/14343304/
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Executive Women International (EWI) of Spokane
International Private Group
Business Professionals
An international organization bringing together key individuals from diverse businesses for promoting member firms, enhancing personal and professional development, and encouraging community involvement.
Monthly meetings; specific dates and times provided to members.
Membership is by invitation; firms hold membership with appointed representatives.
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Founders Live Spokane
Local Private Group
Entrepreneurs
Brings together supporters, investors, and aspiring business owners to celebrate and connect within the startup community, featuring pitch competitions and networking. Founders Live
Hosts events periodically; schedules available on their website.
Open to founders and entrepreneurs; event participation details available upon inquiry.
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Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI)
Chamber of Commerce
Local Business
Serves as the Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organization, supporting businesses of all sizes across the Inland Northwest.
Hosts various events; schedules available on their website.
Membership details available upon inquiry.
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Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
Local Business
Dedicated to serving businesses, improving community vitality, and fueling economic prosperity in the Greater Spokane Valley.
Offers multiple programs and events; schedules available on their website.
Membership is open to businesses and organizations; details available upon inquiry.
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Ignite Northwest
Local Private Group
Business Professionals
Provides funding, mentoring, and business acceleration for rapidly growing companies in Spokane and nearby regions.
Events scheduled periodically; details available on their website.
Open to startups and entrepreneurs; application required for funding and mentorship programs.
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Ladies Business Community
Regional Private Group
Women's Business
A community for women in business to connect through genuine relationships, supporting each other to grow beyond expectations and make a positive impact.
Hosts multiple events each month in Spokane and Northern Idaho, including monthly recurring events, casual meetups, member spotlights, and specialty events.
Memberships available; details can be found on their website.
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LaunchPad INW
Local Private Group
Entrepreneurs
A professional development organization in Spokane that fosters strategic industry-focused connections, hosts events, and delivers impactful mentoring programs to support the regional business community.
Hosts various events, including innovation summits and networking meetups; schedules available on their website.
Open to professionals across various industries; specific membership details available upon inquiry.
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Network In Action Eastern Washington
Local Private Group
Business
Focuses on business growth through monthly networking meetings, sales mastery webinars, and business solutions tools, emphasizing relationship building.
Monthly meetings.
Membership details not specified; contact for more information.
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Spokane Business Association
Local Private Group
Local Business
Focuses on promoting local businesses and providing networking opportunities to enhance economic development.
Regular meetings and events; schedules available on their website.
Membership details available upon inquiry.
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Spokane Business Builders
Local Private Group
Business Professionals
Provides local businesses with weekly networking opportunities to build relationships and grow their enterprises.
Thursdays at 7:00 AM at 320 N Sullivan Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99037.
Prospective members are invited to attend a breakfast meeting as a guest.
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Spokane Executives Association
Local Private Group
Business Professionals
Connects businesses to support each other's growth through networking and idea sharing.
Regular meetings; schedule details provided to members.
Membership limited to one member per industry.
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Spokane Professional Networking for Businesses & Entrepreneurs
Local Private Group
Local Business
A Facebook group fostering growth and learning among local professionals and entrepreneurs, offering networking opportunities and shared insights.
Online interactions; event schedules vary.
Open to professionals and entrepreneurs; join via Facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/spokaneprofessionalnetworking/
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Spokane Professionals
Local Private Group
Business Professionals
A community facilitating networking among regional professionals to inspire economic development through collaboration.
Events scheduled periodically; details provided to members via email.
Annual membership includes discounted event entry and exclusive invites.
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Spokane Referral Network
Local Private Group
Business Professionals
An association of business professionals meeting weekly to exchange referrals, educate each other about professions, and foster fellowship.
Weekly on Wednesdays, 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
Membership limited by business category; prospective members can attend a meeting as a guest.
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StartUp Spokane
Local Private Group
Entrepreneurs
A partnership between Spokane Public Library and Spokane County Library District, committed to making Spokane an equitable place to start, run, and grow a business. Spokane Public Library
Offers various events, including workshops and networking opportunities; schedules available on their website.
Open to entrepreneurs and business owners; specific membership details available upon inquiry.
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Vested
Local Private Group
Women Entrepreneurs
A platform for female-identifying entrepreneurs to build community, develop skills, and better their businesses through collaboration, networking, and curiosity.
Hosts networking events and workshops; schedules available on their website.
Open to female business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs; membership structure recently launched.
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West Plains Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
Local Business
Dedicated to supporting businesses located in or serving the West Plains area, fostering economic growth and community engagement.
Hosts various events, including the Annual Meeting and the Best of the West Awards Gala; schedules available on their website.
Membership is open to businesses and organizations; details available upon inquiry.