Business Impact NW

Fairwood Library Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fairwood Library, 17009 140th Ave SE, Renton, WA, 98058, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Fairwood Library, 17009 140th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98055.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Kent Panther Lake Library Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-03-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kent Panther Lake Library, 20500 108th Avenue SE, Kent, WA, 98031, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Kent Panther Lake Library, 20500 108th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98031.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Valdez Free Drop-in Business Coaching
2025-03-19 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Anchorage) | Valdez Consortium Library Conference Room. 212 Fairbanks, Valdez, AK 99686, 212 Fairbanks, Valdez, AK, 99686
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
When: Wednesday March 19, 2025 🕘 1:00-3:00 PM Free and Confidential
Location: Valdez Consortium Library Conference Room. 212 Fairbanks, Valdez, AK 99686
To Book a time slot: Contact Carrie Jean at 907-531-2215 via text or call.

Virtual Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-03-20 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-01 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-17 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-22 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Virtual Drop-In Coaching sessions are held via phone call.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-03-27 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-24 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce, 105 N Minor Rd, Kelso, WA, 98626, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce, 105 N Minor Rd, Kelso, WA 98626.
Reasonable 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

Federal Way Library Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-03-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Federal Way Library, 34200 1st Way S, Federal Way, WA, 98003, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Federal Way Library, 34200 1st Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Virtual Tax & Bookkeeping Coaching
2025-04-01 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-09 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-05-06 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client looking for bookkeeping support?
Your $40 payment earns you 1 50-minute virtual individualized bookkeeping and tax coaching session with Lily Tran and her team at TaxUSign (a $215 value).
Types of coaching provided:
Bookkeeping

Provide mission-driven bookkeeping support to Business Impact NW clients
Provide valuable information of available accounting software
Meet with clients to set-up, review, and maintain bookkeeping systems

Tax Coaching

Use one-on-one consultations as an opportunity to review client financials plans
Provide tax coaching around which business expenses are deductible or not
Provide guidance to prepare for tax season and why record-keeping is important
Assist small businesses as they prepare to file business taxes (City, State, Federal)
Provide resources and support to improve Business Impact NW financial services, tax preparation, and basic bookkeeping
Provide resources and tools to assist small businesses in the financial and business decision-making process

Tax and Bookkeeping services are provided by Lily Tran and her Team at a discounted rate to Business Impact NW’s active registered clients. If you haven’t registered as a client with Business Impact NW, please click here to register before scheduling and submitting payment for an appointment with Lily: https://businessimpactnw.org/register/
If you are unsure if you’re a registered Business Impact NW client, please reach out to us at coaching@businessimpactnw.org for confirmation.
Once you have received email confirmation that your registration has been processed, you are welcome to schedule a session with Lily/Team.
As an Enrolled Agent licensed by the US Treasury Department, Lily Tran/TaxUSign is authorized to practice in all 50 states. There are no restrictions on their ability to work with clients to provide bookkeeping and tax coaching services in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
About Lily:
Lily Tran, EA, CTC is the Founder of TaxUSign®, a Washington State firm providing virtual tax help for whatever life throws at you. Lily is licensed by the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent (EA), a federal program authorizing her to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to audits, collections, and appeals.
Lily has over 15 years of experience in accounting, tax, consulting, and advisory services for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporations. Lily’s firm TaxUSign® provides high-quality, personal service resulting in significant tax savings, strategic business growth and tax compliance, and immeasurable peace of mind for her clients. She is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents, Washington State of Enrolled Agents, American Society of Tax Problem Solvers, and National Association of Tax Professionals.

Kent Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-04-02 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kent Chamber of Commerce, 524 W Meeker St Ste 1, Kent, WA, 98032, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Kent Chamber of Commerce, 524 W Meeker St, Ste 1, Kent, WA 98032.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

North Seattle College Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-04-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-05 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | North Seattle College’s The Grove, 9600 College Way North, Seattle, 98103, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at North Seattle College’s The Grove (Health Services and Student Resources building), 9600 College Way North, Seattle, WA 98103 – northwest corner of the building, facing the central quad and the Arts & Sciences Building. Click the link above to view a map and detailed directions.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Umoja CoWorking Alaska Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-04-09 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Anchorage) | Umoja CoWorking & Incubator, 3001 Porcupine Dr, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Are you an Alaska entrepreneur or business owner looking for guidance and answers to questions about finances, funding, or general business questions?
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at Umoja CoWorking & Incubator, 3001 Porcupine Drive, Anchorage, AK 99501.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Business Excellence Session: Doing Business with ODOT
2025-04-09 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Topic: Doing Business with ODOT

Description: This presentation will cover the different programs that ODOT Office of Equity & Civil Rights administers, how to engage with these programs, and an overview of procurement at ODOT. Ashley’s presentation provided by the ODOT Procurement Office will give an overview of the Office, the types of outsourcing opportunities ODOT contracts for, contract thresholds, the different bid methods utilized, and OregonBuys, the procure-to-pay system utilized in the Department. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
Speaker: Joe Hanseling, ODOT Office of Equity & Civil Rights Small Business Programs Navigator

Joe Hanseling joined ODOT’s Office of Equity and Civil Rights (OECR) in March 2024 as a Small Business Programs Navigator. He is focused on conducting outreach & engagement for the OECR, developing relationships with partner agencies & small businesses, and providing technical support when questions arise. Joe has a varied background working in outdoor recreation, higher education, and business operations for 10+ years.
Speaker: Omar Alvarado, ODOT Office of Equity & Civil Rights Small Business Programs Navigator

Omar Alvarado is a local Oregonian who is passionate about small businesses and economic development. For over 9 years Omar has been supporting businesses to build long term success and prosperity. As a Small Business Navigator, you may see Omar representing ODOT at outreach events and sharing resources for business seeking to do business with the agency.
Speaker: Ashley Sisneros, Supplier Diversity & Inclusion Analyst

Ashley Sisneros holds the role of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion Analyst in the ODOT Procurement Office. She recently reached her one-year mark with the Department, after 4 years of state service in Arizona. Ashley is committed to advancing social justice and public interest issues, her passion is in public service where she has dedicated her life’s work after 13 years in the banking industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in US government and policy. Ashley finds inspiration in art, international travel, and the Oregon outdoors.
Business Excellence Sessions are a series of virtual educational workshops designed to address the unique challenges businesses face in their daily operations and their journey toward overall success. Among the most common challenges are legal, financial, and contracting obstacles. These sessions aim to provide entrepreneurs with a platform to learn, grow, and apply practical knowledge to enhance their businesses. Participants will also gain insight into other community resources and opportunities available now or in the near future. Topics can cover services, opportunities in development, or essential information small businesses need to know.

Business Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm PT
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm AKT
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm MT
Reasonable 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

Renton Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching
2025-04-10 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Renton Chamber of Commerce, 625 S 4th Street, Renton, WA, 98057, United States
Are you thinking of starting a business?
Do you already have a business but want it to grow?
Are you facing a business puzzle that you’d like help with?
Schedule your free 30-minute session with one of our talented business coaches!
Drop-In Coaching sessions are held at the Renton Chamber of Commerce, 625 S 4th St, Renton, WA 98057.
Note: Please limit reservations to one session.
Reasonable 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

Business Expert Session: Tabletop Displays and Networking Events: Best Practices
2025-04-10 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Tabletop Displays
Learn the best tips and tricks for making an outstanding first impression!
Our event expert, Kristen Rask, President of Urban Craft Uprising, will share the secrets of creating an engaging tabletop display that will capture attention and draw event guests to your table or booth. Once your display has brought them over to learn about your business, you need to know how to effectively connect with new people. We will explore tactics and strategies for becoming comfortable with networking, whether you are an extrovert or an introvert, including rehearsing, relaxing, relating, and recovering.
You are encouraged to attend our annual showcase networking event, Celebrating Dreams, on Thursday, April 24th, 2025, to practice and build your skills in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Presenter: Kristen Rask – President, Urban Craft Uprising
Kristen Rask opened a store called Schmancy in downtown Seattle in 2004. She started curating an annual show titled Plush You! at the shop that soon got international recognition. In its second year she received a book deal with f+w publishing to publish Plush You!: Loveable Misfits to Sew and Stuff. Since then she has come out with 7 more books; Creature Crochet, Button and Stitch: super cute ways to use your button stash (f+w publishing), Yummy Crochet, Teeny Tiny Animal Crochet, Woodland Crochet, Wizard of Oz Crochet and Peanuts Crochet which was written up about on Martha Stewart. She closed Schmancy after 11 years to focus on the growth of UCU. She joined UCU in 2008 and still says it’s her dream job. When she is not organizing events you can find her crocheting, baking, or reading. Craft organizing can be challenging but being able to work in the craft community is a dream come true.
Networking Events: Best Practices
We will explore tactics and strategies for becoming comfortable with networking, whether you are an extrovert or an introvert, including rehearsing, relaxing, relating, and recovering.
Presenter: Tiernan Madorno – The StageCoach & Professional Emcee, Stage Savvy

Last year Tiernan left big tech to do big community. Now as a professional emcee and event host armed with 20 years of cross industry magic from the likes of Microsoft, Discovery Channel LLC, the Kennedy Center and more, she unites audiences and crafts moments that spark growth, fuel learning, and leave lasting inspiration. Tiernan is also known as The StageCoach, helping folx deliver their messages with clarity, confidence, and charisma on any stage.
Hailing from the picturesque PNW, Tiernan’s heart beats for social equity and community upliftment. She’s not just an emcee — she’s a passionate advocate, leveraging her platform to champion underrepresented groups. Her mission? To create more room at the table and empower others to boldly pursue their purpose.
Presenters: Tanise and Derrick Love, Sync Seattle

The mission of Sync Seattle is to intentionally build community through supporting Black Owned Businesses and Black Led Nonprofits. Founded by Derrick and Tanise Love, we host networking events and experiences across the area to highlight amazing products and services offered by black entrepreneurs. We also champion causes and organizations that are led by Black Leaders. We host a monthly networking mixer called Vibes After 5, which is our staple event. Vibes After 5 takes place on the 3rd Thursday of each month, from 6p – 9p. Some other types of events that we have hosted are Karaoke Brunch, Candle Making Rooftop Party, Kayak Kick Back, Spades and Uno Tournament, Yoga and Brunch. We have supported Big Brother Big Sister of the Puget Sound, Byrd Barr Place, The Chyah Movement, Acts on Stage, Tubman Foundation for Health and Freedom and many more. Since our inception on May 12, 2022, we have hosted or collaborated for over 90 events impacting thousands.
Website: syncseattle.com | IG: sync.seattle | TikTok: sync.seattle
Business Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location.
11:30 am – 1:00 pm PT
10:30 am – 12:00 pm AKT
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm MT
Reasonable 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

Small Business Marketing and Strategy Coaching
2025-04-11 | ONLINE
Growing your small business with a community-centric marketing strategy
Are you a Business Impact NW lending or technical assistance client ready to implement a practical marketing strategy tailored to your business?
Your $40 payment earns you 3 virtual coaching sessions with Small Business Marketing Consultant Tad Richardson, co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (a $450 value). With individualized coaching sessions and access to AMC’s exclusive “5 C’s” Small Business Marketing Framework, you will walk away with a roadmap to develop and execute a manageable marketing plan that will drive measurable growth for your small business through the power of community.
What you can expect from each 60-minute session:
Session 1: Learn what makes the biggest brands successful and how you can achieve great results for your small business without the benefit of a big budget!
After a brief intake to understand your business and goals, you’ll learn the fundamentals of brand-building that will set the stage for creating your own successful marketing strategy.
Session 2: Begin review of the Abundant Marketing Collective “5 C’s” marketing framework, covering topics of:

Clarity of your Brand Identity and Audience

Visual Branding
Messaging
*Homework – Messaging and Positioning Framework

Channels (Where you sell)

Website review and best practices
Social Media review and strategies
Event-based (in-person) strategies

Community engagement strategy

Identify strategic partnership opportunities
Build your own advocate network
Homework – Social Media Audience “Tune-up”

Session 3: Review of Session 2 material and homework, followed by remaining “5 C’s” material:

Content Marketing

Using your platform to engage, educate, entertain, and inform your audience
Best Practices and Resources for content creation
Benefit of engaging with 3rd party content

Calendar

Creating a manageable and effective marketing schedule
Review of scheduling platforms

Completion of all 3 Sessions earns you one additional pro-bono session with Tad.
Upon registration and payment, you will receive a direct link to Tad’s calendar to schedule a session at your convenience.
About Tad:
Tad Richardson (he/him) is a digital advertising pioneer and marketing executive, and among the first innovators of behavioral targeting and value-based marketing strategies for some of the most premier publishers and advertisers in the world. Tad is an advocate of “business for good” and a firm believer that “marketing for good” must go hand-in-hand. Applying his unique experience in enterprise marketing, small-business, community-building and fundraising, Tad has created proven community-based marketing and revenue-generating platforms for notable non-profits such as Meals on Wheels, and several stakeholders of the former Negro Baseball Leagues, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, the Josh Gibson Foundation and the Buck Leonard Association.
Tad is a native of the Puget Sound and a lifetime resident of Washington state. He’s the co-founder of Abundant Marketing Collective (an underground team of marketing superheroes), a member of the Seattle Made makers community and a small business marketing consultant with Business Impact Northwest.

Smart Strategies: Connect with Resources for Your Small Business (McCall, Idaho)
2025-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Boise) | McCall Public Library, 218 Park Street, McCall, ID, 83638, United States
Empower Your Business with the right tools and insights with “Smart Strategies: Connect with Resources for Your Small Business”. This is in collaboration with our State & Federal partners and regional Chambers of Commerce!

Date: April 14, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (MST)
Location: McCall Public Library
Are you looking to take your small business to the next level either as an existing business or wanting to start one? Join us for an exclusive event packed with essential resources, expert insights, and networking opportunities designed to help your business grow and thrive.
Enjoy a panel luncheon with experts from the Small Business Administration, Idaho Small Business Development Center, Idaho Women’s Business Center, Idaho Workforce Development Council, and Idaho Department of Commerce followed by small business breakouts offering two 20-minute presentations on small business strategies or programs you offer. Don’t miss the chance to network with peers and access invaluable free resources for your business. Optional networking follows.
Please click “More Information/Register” to view full event information on Eventbrite. Pre-registration is encouraged due to capacity! Interested in connecting with any of our panelists for a one-on-one visit while they are in the region? Please reach out to us and we can help connect you!
Big thank you to these five agencies coming to our region for this special event to support our small businesses in the West Central Mountains.
Please reach out to Paige Wiscombe at iwbc@businessimpactnw.org with questions.

Smart Strategies: Connect with Resources for Your Small Business (Cascade, Idaho)
2025-04-15 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Boise) | Hotel NoBo, 500 North Main Street, Cascade, 83611, United States
Empower Your Business with the right tools and insights with “Smart Strategies: Connect with Resources for Your Small Business”. This is in collaboration with our State & Federal partners and regional Chambers of Commerce!

Date: April 15, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (MST)
Location: Hotel NoBo, Cascade
Are you looking to take your small business to the next level either as an existing business or wanting to start one? Join us for an exclusive event packed with essential resources, expert insights, and networking opportunities designed to help your business grow and thrive.
Enjoy a panel luncheon with experts from the Small Business Administration, Idaho Small Business Development Center, Idaho Women’s Business Center, Idaho Workforce Development Council, and Idaho Department of Commerce followed by small business breakouts offering two 20-minute presentations on small business strategies or programs you offer. Don’t miss the chance to network with peers and access invaluable free resources for your business. Optional networking follows.
Please click “More Information/Register” to view full event information on Eventbrite. Pre-registration is encouraged due to capacity! Interested in connecting with any of our panelists for a one-on-one visit while they are in the region? Please reach out to us and we can help connect you!
Big thank you to these five agencies coming to our region for this special event to support our small businesses in the West Central Mountains.
Please reach out to Paige Wiscombe at iwbc@businessimpactnw.org with questions.

Virtual Lender's Panel: Access to Capital
2025-04-16 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Are you looking for capital for your business? Do you have unanswered questions about loans, lines of credit, or which lending product is best for your business? Do you want to know how to qualify for a commercial loan?
Join us for a panel discussion where you can get answers straight from the experts! A panel of lending experts from local area lending organizations will answer your questions about what lenders are looking for in a loan package, what questions you should bring to your banker, and tips on accessing the funding you need to grow your business.
Previous sessions have included guest panelists from:

Business Impact NW
Seattle Credit Union
Key Bank
Kiva Microloan Program – Spaceworks

Business Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location.
9:00 am – 10:30 am PT
8:00 am – 9:30 am AKT
10:00 am – 11:30 am MT
Reasonable 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

SeaTac SBCAP Virtual Info Session
2025-04-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Join us for a virtual info session to learn how the SeaTac Small Business Capital Access Program can support your business growth. This program offers technical assistance and financial guidance to help small business owners in SeaTac understand their business financials and prepare to secure funding for success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, this session will walk you through the program’s benefits, eligibility, and application process — empowering you to take the next steps for your business.
Ready to unlock new opportunities for your business? Don’t miss this chance to get your questions answered!
Click here to Register
If you have any questions, please reach out to Amanda Tehaney at amandat@businessimpactnw.org

Grow With a Pro
2025-04-22 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Whether you are in the idea phase or a growth phase in your business, we invite you to attend our quarterly Grow with a Pro panel. During the panel we will hear from Financial, Commercial Insurance, Tax, and Legal Professionals, who will chat about their area of expertise as it relates to current times. We will have an opportunity for a few of your non-confidential questions to get some answers. We’ll even be offering you opportunities to connect with other business owners!
Business Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location.
9:00 am – 10:00 am PT
8:00 am – 9:00 am AKT
10:00 am – 11:00 am MT
Reasonable 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

Celebrating Dreams 2025 - Cultivating Our Collective Abundance
2025-04-24 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mercer Island Community & Event Center, 8236 Southeast 24th Street, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States
Join Business Impact NW and the Washington Women’s Business Center at Mercer Island Community & Event Center from 4:00 – 7:00 pm for an evening of celebration, connection, opportunities, and support for women in business!

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Mercer Island Community & Event Center (8236 Southeast 24th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040)
Ticket Fee: $35-$100
Get Tickets: Celebrating Dreams 2025 Event Tickets
For a decade, Celebrating Dreams has been a place where women entrepreneurs connect, grow, and gain recognition for their impact. Now in its 10th year, this powerful showcase event continues to amplify and support the success of women-owned businesses by creating opportunities to network, learn, and celebrate entrepreneurial journeys.
This year’s theme, “Cultivating Our Collective Abundance”, reflects the growth, resilience, and shared prosperity that flourish when women entrepreneurs are supported. Whether you’re here to showcase your business, build connections, or discover new resources, this event is a celebration of women business owners and the communities that champion them. This event is open to ALL.
Why Attend?

Connect with regional women entrepreneurs
Discover unique products & services
Expand your network
Learn about business resources
Engage in interactive experiences
Be a part of a growing community
