Event Calendar
EDC Coffee Chat - Aug 6 with Dave Paul, WA State House Rep and Director of Community Relations, Skagit Valley College
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us Aug 6 on Zoom for an engaging chat with Dave Paul, WA State House Rep and Director of Community Relations, Skagit Valley College.
EDC Coffee Chat - Aug 20 with WhidbeyHealth
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us August 20 for a chat with Marcey Shimada of WhidbeyHealth
EDC Coffee Chat - Sept 3 with Steve Jacobs, Executive Director, New Leaf, Inc.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join Steven Jacobs of New Leaf for a conversation about innovation, business growth, and the partnerships that help strengthen our local business community.
EDC Coffee Chat - September 17
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hosted by Kristina Hines, EDC Executive Director, these sessions are your opportunity to: Stay updated on current trends and challenges in our local economy. Explore resources and tools to help your business thrive Connect with like-minded ...
Stand Out: 10 Ways to Differentiate Your Business
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
If customers can’t clearly see why you’re different, they’ll choose based on price. This workshop walks through practical ways to stand out in a crowded market and build a stronger competitive position. You’ll learn: What differentiation really means ...
EDC Coffee Chat - October 1
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hosted by Kristina Hines, EDC Executive Director, these sessions are your opportunity to: Stay updated on current trends and challenges in our local economy. Explore resources and tools to help your business thrive Connect with like-minded ...
EDC Coffee Chat - October 15 - with Maggie Hammond, Assistant Small Business Liaison, WA State Department of Labor & Industries
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Featuring special guest Maggie Hammond, Assistant Small Business Liaison, WA State Department of Labor & Industries, this session will cover Workers' compensation reporting and requirements in Washington State.
Keep Your Best People: 20 Ways to Improve Employee Retention
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Hiring is expensive. Losing great employees is even more costly. This session focuses on practical, realistic ways to retain your team and build a stronger workplace. You’ll learn: Why employees leave (and how to prevent it) Simple ways to improve ...
EDC Coffee Chat - October 29
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hosted by Kristina Hines, EDC Executive Director, these sessions are your opportunity to: Stay updated on current trends and challenges in our local economy. Explore resources and tools to help your business thrive Connect with like-minded ...
EDC Coffee Chat - November 12
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hosted by Kristina Hines, EDC Executive Director, these sessions are your opportunity to: Stay updated on current trends and challenges in our local economy. Explore resources and tools to help your business thrive Connect with like-minded ...
Getting Funding for Your Business: What Lenders Really Look For
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Whether you’re looking to grow, stabilize, or invest in new opportunities for 2027, understanding funding is critical. This workshop breaks down the lending landscape and how to position your business for success. You’ll learn: The different types of ...
EDC Coffee Chat - December 10
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hosted by Kristina Hines, EDC Executive Director, these sessions are your opportunity to: Stay updated on current trends and challenges in our local economy. Explore resources and tools to help your business thrive Connect with like-minded ...
Build a Business Plan You’ll Actually Use (for 2027)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
A business plan shouldn’t sit on a shelf; it should guide your decisions. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to build a practical, actionable plan to set your business up for success in 2027. You’ll learn: The key components of an effective ...