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SUMMARY:Kent Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? \nDo you already have a business but want it to grow? \nAre you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with? \nSchedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches! \nDrop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Kent Chamber of Commerce\, 524 W Meeker St\, Ste 1\, Kent\, WA 98032. \nNote: Please limit reservations to one session.  \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330 x 135
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/kent-chamber-of-commerce-drop-in-business-coaching-4/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Kent Chamber of Commerce\, 524 W Meeker St Ste 1\, Kent\, WA\, 98032\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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SUMMARY:Square One: Work For Yourself en Español
DESCRIPTION:Tu puerta de acceso al capital o asesoramiento empresarial a través de Business Impact NW. \nYa sea que seas nuevo en Business Impact NW\, estés comenzando\, necesites asesoramiento o estés listo para solicitar un préstamo\, este curso te presentará los programas y servicios que ofrecemos\, te dará la oportunidad de agendar reuniones con un asesor de negocios y te brindará información específica sobre nuestro proceso de préstamos según tu situación. \nTemas que cubriremos: \n\nLos pasos para iniciar un negocio.\nTipos de estructuras empresariales.\nInformación sobre cómo redactar un plan de negocios.\nCómo (y por qué) realizar una investigación de mercado.\nQué buscan los prestamistas al evaluar una solicitud de préstamo comercial.\nLa importancia de desarrollar una proyección de flujo de caja y cómo hacerlo.\n\nHaga click aquí para registrarse: https://mms.idahohcc.net/members/evr/reg_event.php?evid=104424467&orgcode=IHCC \nEste es un evento organizado en conjunto por el Centro de Negocios para Mujeres de Idaho (Idaho Women’s Business Center) de Business Impact NW y la Cámara de Comercio Hispana de Idaho. El evento se llevará a cabo en la oficina del Centro de Negocios para Mujeres de Idaho\, ubicada en 5465 E Terra Linda Way\, Nampa\, ID 83687. Si tiene alguna pregunta\, comuníquese con Mina Piña al (208) 960-4497.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-work-for-yourself-en-espanol-virtual-23/
LOCATION:Idaho Women’s Business Center\, 5465 E Terra Linda Way\, Nampa\, ID\, 83687\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T100000
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SUMMARY:Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? \nDo you already have a business but want it to grow? \nAre you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with? \nSchedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches! \nDrop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Mercer Island Community Center\, 8236 SE 24th ST\, Mercer Island\, WA 98040. \nNote: Please limit reservations to one session.  \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/mercer-island-chamber-of-commerce-drop-in-business-coaching-5/
LOCATION:Mercer Island Community & Event Center\, 8236 Southeast 24th Street\, Mercer Island\, WA\, 98040\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Incubator Kitchen Open House at 21 Acres
DESCRIPTION:Open house will provide a ‘talk and tour’ of the commercial production kitchen and an understanding of the floor plan\, kitchen equipment\, station layout. We will discuss the incubator kitchen program and the benefits including one-on-one coaching\, training\, and business support. Network and make connections with other business owners\, kitchen assistance\, and access to capital and market opportunities. \nTo ensure a supportive environment for emerging food entrepreneurs\, we ask that attendees meet the following criteria: \n\nFood: Only packaged food businesses with locally sourced ingredients may participate.\nBusiness Stage: Our incubator kitchen is designed for startups and new ventures\, not for established businesses with high-volume production.\n\nThank you for your understanding\, we look forward to meeting you! \nFor more information about the Incubator Kitchen at 21 Acres click here \nThere is no registration necessary for the Open House. The Incubator Kitchen at 21 Acres is located at:  13701 NE 171st St\, Woodinville\, WA 98072  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact fbrc@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/incubator-kitchen-open-house-at-21-acres-19/
LOCATION:21 Acres\, 13701 NE 171st St\, Woodinville\, WA\, 98072
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Renton Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? \nDo you already have a business but want it to grow? \nAre you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with? \nSchedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches! \nDrop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Renton Chamber of Commerce\, 625 S 4th St\, Renton\, WA 98057. \nNote: Please limit reservations to one session.  \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330 x 135
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/renton-chamber-of-commerce-drop-in-business-coaching-4/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Renton Chamber of Commerce\, 625 S 4th Street\, Renton\, WA\, 98057\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T100000
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SUMMARY:Square One: Work For Yourself (North Seattle)
DESCRIPTION:Your gateway to accessing capital or business coaching through Business Impact NW. \nWhether you’re new to Business Impact NW\, just starting out\, in need of coaching or ready to apply for a loan\, this course will introduce you to the programs and services we offer\, give you the opportunity to schedule meetings with a business coach\, and offer specific information regarding our lending process as it applies to you individually. \n\nThe steps in starting a business.\nTypes of business organizations.\nInformation on writing a business plan.\nHow (and why) to do market research.\nWhat lenders look for when applying for a business loan.\nThe importance of developing a cash flow projection\, and how to do it.\n\n\nInstructions:  \nPlease visit WorkSourceWA.com and create your account prior to attending this workshop. \nClick Here to pre-register for the workshop. \nYou can also register when you arrive at the location. \nSessions are held at WorkSource North Seattle – 9600 College Way North\, Seattle\, WA 98103 – opportunity center\, on the south face of the building. Click here to view a map and detailed directions. \nThis is an in-person event held at WorkSource North Seattle. If you need an accommodation to participate in this training\, please contact the workshop facilitator at (206) 440-2500
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-work-for-yourself-north-seattle-21/
LOCATION:WorkSource North Seattle\, 9600 College Way North\, Seattle\, WA\, 98103\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington Women's Business Center (WWBC)":MAILTO:wbc@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T120000
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SUMMARY:Fairwood Library Drop-In Business Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? \nDo you already have a business but want it to grow? \nAre you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with? \nSchedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches! \nDrop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Fairwood Library\, 17009 140th Ave SE\, Renton\, WA 98055. \nNote: Please limit reservations to one session.  \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330 x 135
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/fairwood-library-drop-in-business-coaching-4/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Fairwood Library\, 17009 140th Ave SE\, Renton\, WA\, 98058\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T130000
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SUMMARY:Kent Panther Lake Library Drop-In Business Coaching
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting a business? \nDo you already have a business but want it to grow? \nAre you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with? \nSchedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches! \nDrop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Kent Panther Lake Library\, 20500 108th Ave SE\, Kent\, WA 98031. \nNote: Please limit reservations to one session.  \nReasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330 x 135
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/kent-panther-lake-library-drop-in-business-coaching-4/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Kent Panther Lake Library\, 20500 108th Avenue SE\, Kent\, WA\, 98031\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20260923T110000
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SUMMARY:Content to Strategy
DESCRIPTION:This cohort requires in-person participation and is available to clients located in Treasure Valley Idaho ONLY. \nContent to Strategy is a 7-week\, hands-on Instagram marketing cohort designed to help small business owners go from overwhelmed and inconsistent to confident\, strategic\, and visible on Instagram. \nThis program is Instagram-only and intentionally structured so each week builds on the last. You’ll learn how Instagram actually works\, how to clean up and optimize your profile\, and how to create content that aligns with your business goals — not just trends. \nYou’ll develop a personalized Instagram content strategy\, get professional content filmed for your business\, and learn how to turn that content into Reels and posts. \nAlong the way\, you’ll master:  \n\nInstagram caption writing\nHashtags (what actually matters now)\nEngagement strategies that lead to DMs and conversations\nCollaboration and influencer outreach to expand your reach\n\nWe’ll wrap the cohort by teaching you how to read Instagram insights\, understand what’s working (and why)\, plan your next month of content with confidence\, and get personalized feedback during our final in-person group celebration. \nWhether you’re tired of guessing what to post or want structure and accountability to finally stay consistent\, Content to Strategy gives you the system\, content\, and confidence to show up on Instagram — without burnout. \nWhat You Get:  \n\n7 Weeks of Instagram-Focused Educational Classes\nA Custom Instagram Content Planner & Strategy Framework\n1 Professional Content Filming Session\nFilmed by Chrisna of Unedited Content Studio\nAt your choice of location\nFull Rights & Ownership to all content produced\nHands-On Learning (not passive watching)\nIn-Person Collaboration & Feedback\nWeekly Accountability + Open Office Hours\nCommunity Support with other local business owners\n\nYou Are Ready for This Course If:  \n\nYou’ve been active on Instagram but feel inconsistent or unsure what to post\nYou want your Instagram to actually support your business goals\nYou’re tired of posting without knowing if it’s working\nYou’ve tried trends but want a strategy that fits your brand\nYou want professional content without needing to be perfect on camera\nYou’re ready to learn how to read Instagram insights and metrics\nYou value structure\, accountability\, and community\nYou have a business Instagram account with at least 100 followers\n\nBy the end of this cohort\, you will have:  \n\nA fully optimized Instagram profile\nA repeatable content strategy you can use month after month\nProfessional photo and video content ready to post\nConfidence writing captions that spark engagement\nA clear understanding of Instagram insights (Reels\, Posts\, Stories)\nA plan for collaborations and growth\nYour next month of Instagram content mapped out\n\nSeptember 23 – November 4\, 2026\nWednesdays | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST\nHybrid Format: Zoom + In-Person Sessions \nSession Schedule  \nSeptember 23 – Virtual (Zoom)\nSeptember 30 – Virtual (Zoom)\nOctober 7 – Filming Session with Chrisna\, Unedited Content Studio\nOctober 14 – Virtual (Zoom)\nOctober 21 – Virtual (Zoom)\nOctober 28 – Virtual (Zoom)\nNovember 4 – In-Person Celebration + Strategy Session (Nampa) \nIn-Person Location  \nIWBC Office\n5465 E Terra Linda Way\nNampa\, ID 83686 \nImportant Details  \n\nOnly 12 spots available\nA vetted registration process is required to be able to participate in the cohort\nFilming sessions are limited and scheduled intentionally\nThis is a hands-on experience\, not a lecture series\nCost: $249.00\n\nTo be considered for one of the 12 spots\, please fill out this application: Content to Strategy Application. Please do not apply unless you are able to attend the in-person sessions. \nReasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/content-to-strategy-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:In-person,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Women's Business Center (IWBC)":MAILTO:iwbc@businessimpactnw.org
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