StartUp Academy and Launch Lab at SCC

10/09/2023

Such a great resource for our community!

Spokane Public Library + Spokane County Library District = StartUp Spokane!

Over the years, StartUp Spokane has served as a catalyst for networking, business events, and valuable resources. Recognizing the tremendous potential of this program, Spokane Public Library and Spokane County Library District saw an opportunity to build upon its legacy, making it more accessible and impactful for entrepreneurs.

With the revitalized StartUp Spokane brand, you’ll continue to see regular updates on free, accessible resources, upcoming business events, and helpful mentor opportunities.

Learn more at startupspokane.com.

09/12/2023

Mark your calendar for Sparks Weekend 2023!
-- We provide the wifi. You provide the dream.
🗓 November 17th-19th at the Catalyst Building
ℹ️ https://www.sparksweekend.com/
🎟 https://sparksweekend.eventbrite.com

02/02/2023

We are restarting our Start Up Workshops for inspiring entrepreneurs in Spokane and Eastern Washington. More information about future workshops will be announced next week.

02/01/2023

This is awesome! One of our former students getting a visit from the Mayor!

01/24/2023

Congrats Lydia!

Downtown Spokane is excited to officially welcome Twenty-Seventh Heaven Bakery to the downtown community. After moving from the South Hill into downtown in November, Twenty-Seventh Heaven Bakery will mark the... Read more »

12/09/2022

Congrats Lydia!

Twenty-Seventh Heaven Scratch Bake Shop has found a new home in downtown Spokane.

10/05/2022

Workshop Announcement: Business Model Canvas
October 28th 9am to 2pm $10

In this 1-day workshop you will learn the basics of how your start up idea fits into a business model. This hands on training will walk you through:

Workshop Outline:

Building great value propositions
Identifying key customer market segments
Understanding our customers jobs, pains, and gains
Picking the right customer channel for our product and industry
Maintaining the right level of relationships with our customers
Mapping out the key resources and activities needed to support our business model
Analyzing the pros and cons of different partnership opportunities
Applying different cost structures
Assessing different revenue models
Validating our business model

Contact Mike Allen [email protected]

04/25/2022

THIS WEEKEND IS SPARKS WEEKEND!

Sparks Weekend starts this Friday and we are nearly sold out! If you haven't signed up yet, get your ticket today.

Pitch an idea, join a team, network with top entrepreneurs or just watch the action. The winning team is eligible for $50,000 in investment capital. For more information and to register, visit www.SparksWeekend.com.

04/13/2022