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SUMMARY:Headshot Event | Boise
DESCRIPTION:Your next headshot should look like you. \nCome as you are and get professional photos that actually reflect who you are; where you are now\, and where you’re headed. In a world full of airbrushed AI avatars\, nothing builds trust faster than genuine presence. \nWhether you’re updating marketing materials\, refreshing your website\, or stepping into your next season of growth\, this is a rare opportunity to invest in authentic\, high-impact photos at an exceptional value. \nPlus\, hear from Paige Wiscombe\, State Program Director for the Idaho Women’s Business Center and TWC member\, who will walk us through a live framework to audit your online presence – plus she’ll share some quick wins for making your profile\, bio\, and introduction feel polished.  \nEnjoy light bites\, great company\, and the kind of connections that tend to happen when driven people share a space. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\nLinkedIn How To’s – Learn how to optimize your headshot\, banner\, headline\, About section\, and skills so your profile reflects your expertise and attracts the right audience.\n2–3 Retouched Photos – Professionally edited and ready for LinkedIn or your website (a professional headshot session ranges from $200-$500).\nAppetizers – Light bites and refreshments are provided.\nIntentional Networking – Connect deeply with other driven professionals.\n\nThe Details: \n\nFirst Come\, First Served – Photos are taken dynamically during the event\, in order of registration.\nLocation – The beautiful WaFd Operations Center facility (weather and air quality permitting\, photos may be taken outdoors)\,\nLimited Tickets – Capped strictly to ensure dedicated time with the photographer.\nFast Delivery – High-resolution digital files emailed straight to your inbox.\n\nAn AI headshot might save a few dollars upfront\, but research shows they come with a hidden cost to your credibility. Don’t compromise your personal brand.  \nJoin us for a professional headshot session – reserve your spot now\, before tickets sell out! \nMembers: $30 / Guests: $55 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaige Wiscombe \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaige Wiscombe is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business ownership\, event and marketing management\, and program coordination. \nAs the former Project Coordinator at the Idaho APEX Accelerator and the Events and Marketing Director at Idaho Connect\, she built organizational brands and successfully managed grants and large-scale events. \nNow serving as the State Director of the Idaho Women’s Business Center\, Paige specializes in helping startups and small businesses with strategic planning\, financials\, and navigating business transactions\, while also advocating for community building and inclusivity through her nonprofit work with organizations like the Culture for Change Foundation and Gr8ter. \nPaige is an Idaho native and holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Boise State University. In her free time\, she enjoys traveling\, staying active\, and exploring outdoors with her family and two dogs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will close registration when we hit capacity.  \nDue to the limited nature of this experience\, all ticket sales are final. Tickets are required for entrance and will not be sold at the door.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/headshot-event-boise/
LOCATION:WaFd Operations Center\, 5777 North Meeker Ave\, Boise\, ID\, 83713\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Women's Business Center (IWBC)":MAILTO:iwbc@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Paige Wiscombe\, Idaho Women’s Business Center Director at Business Impact NW\, and Susan Beard\, Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Northwest Nazarene University\, for an engaging\, practical workshop on elevating your LinkedIn presence to attract opportunities\, strengthen your brand\, and build meaningful professional relationships. \nWhether you’re looking to grow your business\, strengthen your leadership presence\, or make LinkedIn feel less overwhelming and more strategic\, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to show up intentionally online. \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With: \n\nHow To’s for a high-impact LinkedIn profile including info on how to optimize your headshot\, banner\, headline\, About section\, and skills so your profile reflects your expertise and attracts the right audience.\nA clear framework for using LinkedIn as a business growth tool\nUnderstand how to leverage consistency\, content\, and engagement to build trust and visibility\, not just connections.\nLearn step-by-step how to use LinkedIn search filters to find ideal partners\, clients\, and collaborators – and connect authentically without spamming.\nTools & templates to strengthen your online presence\n\nThis session is perfect for entrepreneurs\, leaders\, executives\, and anyone wanting their LinkedIn presence to truly work for them. \nCome ready to learn\, connect\, and elevate your digital influence. This workshop is open to all. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026\nTime: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM MT\nRegister/Learn More: https://www.thewomenscollectivepnw.com/virtual-upcoming-events/virtual-linkedin-workshop-sept-2026 \nMeet the Speakers: \nPaige Wiscombe\, Idaho Women’s Business Center Director at Business Impact NWPaige Wiscombe is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business ownership\, event and marketing management\, and program coordination. As the former Project Coordinator at the Idaho APEX Accelerator and the Events and Marketing Director at Idaho Connect\, she built organizational brands and successfully managed grants and large-scale events. Now serving as the State Director of the Idaho Women’s Business Center\, Paige specializes in helping startups and small businesses with strategic planning\, financials\, and navigating business transactions\, while also advocating for community building and inclusivity through her nonprofit work with organizations like the Culture for Change Foundation and Gr8ter. Paige is an Idaho native and holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Boise State University.  In her free time\, she enjoys traveling\, staying active\, and exploring the outdoors with her family and two dogs. \nSusan Beard\, Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Northwest Nazarene UniversitySusan Beard is the Director of Partnerships & Business Development through the Center for Professional Development at Northwest Nazarene University. The Center for Professional Development offers both team and online training specifically geared toward the business community. In addition\, Susan is working closely with NNU’s new 92 credit Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Susan is an active member of the community participating in women’s networking\, Chambers of Commerce\, and local non-profits.  She thrives when she helps others connect!
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/linkedin-workshop/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Women's Business Center (IWBC)":MAILTO:iwbc@businessimpactnw.org
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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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SUMMARY:Women of Excellence Educational Networking Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive networking and educational event designed to uplift and support women in business. In partnership with Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) and the Idaho Women’s Business Center (IWBC)\, this event will provide meaningful connections and valuable insights from an expert guest speaker. \nTopic: Improving Conversational Capacity to Strength Accountability and Trust \nLearning objectives: \n\nBuild greater conversational capacity to stay engaged\, curious\, and productive when topics are difficult or emotions are high.\nLearn practical approaches for addressing conflict directly rather than avoiding the issue\, gossiping\, or creating side conversations.\nCreate healthier team norms for difficult conversations\, including addressing concerns with the appropriate people and reducing “pairing off” and workplace drama.\nImprove courageous communication that strengthens trust\, accountability\, and relationships rather than simply trying to win the conversation.\n\n📅 Date: Thursday\, October 22nd\, 2026\n⏰ Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am MST\n📍 Location: Northwest Nazarene University\, Helstrom Building\, Room 122\, 804 E Dewey\, Nampa\, ID 83646\n✨ Secure Your Spot! ✨ Registration is required (free to attend\, breakfast will be served and sponsored by St Luke’s Health Plan): https://airtable.com/appX8AzeMeEx8s0WP/shrENPoBnBg0W0FnE \nAbout the Speaker: Connie Miller \nConnie Miller is the CEO of Credible Advantage\, a leadership and board development consulting firm focused on executive coaching\, leadership development\, communication\, accountability\, and building strong workplace cultures. A former CEO\, board member\, author\, speaker\, and executive coach\, Connie brings decades of real-world leadership experience to conversations about navigating challenges\, building trust\, and communicating with clarity and courage. \nBefore launching Credible Advantage\, Connie served as President/CEO of Icon Credit Union\, helping grow the organization from $36 million to $370 million in assets. She is the author of Don’t Sabotage Your Career and has served on more than 20 boards and committees. Known for her candid\, supportive\, and practical approach\, Connie helps leaders navigate crucial conversations\, address challenges directly\, strengthen relationships\, and build cultures of trust and accountability.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/women-of-excellence-educational-networking-meet-up-6/
LOCATION:Northwest Nazarene University\, 603 E Dewey\, Nampa\, Idaho\, 83646
CATEGORIES:In-person
ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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