Event Calendar
EDC Coffee Chat - Aug 20 with WhidbeyHealth
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join a Coffee Chat with Brandy Butler, WhidbeyHealth Executive Director of Marketing and Community Relations.
International Trade Talks Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Small Business Export Assistance team is hosting our next International Trade Talks webinar on August 26, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am Pacific time. The speakers at this event will provide insights into the latest developments in U.S. trade ...
The China Equation: Risk, Resilience, and Opportunity in a Shifting Market
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
As U.S.-China relations continue to evolve, businesses on both sides face an increasingly complex environment shaped by geopolitical tensions, shifting trade policies, technological competition, and regulatory changes. Yet despite these challenges, ...
Washington Small Business Fair 2026
The Washington Small Business Fair (BizFair) is coming up September 19 in Puyallup! This free event brings together small business owners, entrepreneurs, lenders, agencies, and business support organizations for workshops, one-on-one assistance, ...
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 - Cybersecurity Awareness Month w/ Carrie Muthee, Ariadne Advisory
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us for a discussion of Cybersecurity Awareness Month w/ Carrie Muthee, Ariadne Advisory
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 - Oct 29 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 - November 12
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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 w/ Abby Senuty, Director of Career Resources, Skagit Valley College
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
EDC Coffee Chat - December 10 w/ Abby Senuty, Director of Career Resources, Skagit Valley College
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 ...