Impact Washington

08/05/2026

Join our upcoming Internal Auditing for Food Safety Online Workshop to gain the skills and confidence to conduct effective audits aligned with GFSI standards and turn audit findings into meaningful action.

You will learn to:
- Identify compliance gaps before external audits
- Strengthen your food safety program
- Improve audit readiness across your organization
- Practical auditing techniques you can apply immediately

Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984410610555?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/04/2026

Are you an aspiring or early-stage entrepreneur ready to transform an innovative idea into a thriving business? The Tacoma Manufacturing Incubator provides a structured pathway to validate concepts, develop operational plans, build industry connections, and launch sustainable manufacturing ventures.

Designed for product-based businesses, makers, fabricators, inventors, and manufacturers, TMI combines practical education, mentorship, and hands-on business development with the support of industry experts and peers. Applications are due August 10.

Learn more and apply today. Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County

https://spaceworkstacoma.submittable.com/submit/90e5aa21-445c-4ba9-afe7-d1650a46565d/tacoma-manufacturing-incubator-pilot-2026

07/28/2026

Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern, it directly impacts revenue, reputation, business continuity, and stakeholder confidence.

Join us, along with our partners Port of Vancouver USA and Columbia River Economic Development Council for Cybersecurity Deep Dive: What Business Leaders Need to Know. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993616280963?aff=oddtdtcreator

This interactive 3.5-hour executive briefing is designed for business leaders looking to help mitigate risk, develop crisis leadership strategies, and strengthen organizational resilience.

You'll learn how to:
● Govern cyber risk with confidence
● Make informed, risk-based decisions
● Lead effectively during cyber incidents

Register today and reserve your spot.

A practical executive briefing that helps business leaders manage cyber risk, respond to crises, and build organizational resilience.

07/27/2026

This week: The Growth Exchange webinar 69bec410-8bd4-4374-976c-1276d1eb39a4@0ad47507-39bf-4184-9de3-15ea179b35c9" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/69bec410-8bd4-4374-976c-1276d1eb39a4@0ad47507-39bf-4184-9de3-15ea179b35c9

Join us to learn about the Washington Department of Ecology Lean & Green Grant program and hear why preparedness is an important priority for organizations today.

If you're looking for practical resources, funding opportunities, and insights to support your organization's next steps, this session is for you.

Register today and save your spot.

07/16/2026

We’re hosting the next Growth Exchange, a free regional webinar connecting businesses across and the with resources, funding opportunities, and insights. 69bec410-8bd4-4374-976c-1276d1eb39a4@0ad47507-39bf-4184-9de3-15ea179b35c9" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/69bec410-8bd4-4374-976c-1276d1eb39a4@0ad47507-39bf-4184-9de3-15ea179b35c9

This session will feature:
• An overview of the Washington State Department of Ecology Lean & Green Grant program
• A discussion on why preparedness is an important priority for organizations today

This is intended to be an inclusive, resource-focused event that strengthens collaboration across the region and ensures small businesses know where to turn for support. Reserve your spot today!

06/30/2026

: Are you looking to strengthen your supply chain or find new growth opportunities?

Join our upcoming webinar to learn about the U.S. Small Business Administration Made in America Manufacturing Initiative and connect with regional resources supporting manufacturers right here in Washington.

The session will cover how local companies are building stronger domestic supply chains through training, consulting, and supplier support, along with a quick overview of tools to access capital, connect with suppliers, and navigate regulatory challenges.

● Connect with domestic suppliers
● Explore funding opportunities
● Gain practical strategies to improve operations

Register now to reserve your spot: https://www.impactwashington.org/event-details?eventid=6744

06/29/2026

Internal audits are a powerful tool to identify gaps, improve communication, and prepare your team for certifications and third-party audits. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/internal-auditing-for-food-safety-workshop-online-tickets-1984410610555?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join our upcoming 2 half-day Internal Auditing for Food Safety online workshop to build the skills and confidence to run an effective internal audit program aligned with GFSI standards (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, and more).

● Identify compliance gaps before external audits
● Strengthen day-to-day food safety practices
● Build a more proactive, audit-ready team

You’ll learn how to plan and conduct audits, gather objective evidence, analyze results, and manage follow-up actions that drive real improvement.

Register now to strengthen your internal audit program and earn your certificate.

06/29/2026

Looking to level up your manufacturing team without taking them offline for days?

Offered in partnership with Spokane Colleges, this manufacturing training series combines academic expertise with real‑world insight to deliver hands-on, workforce-ready skills in just 4-hour workshops.

These flexible, skill-focused courses are designed for professionals looking to grow, adapt, and stay competitive, without committing to a full program.

● Lean Fundamentals: Learn how Lean tools support efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement through interactive, real-world exercises. https://www.campusce.net/spokane/course/course.aspx?c=1618 #:

● Project Management - Managing Complex Projects: A hands-on course for manufacturing, covering quick wins to complex, cross-functional initiatives and equipping participants with practical tools, templates, and a clear implementation roadmap. https://www.campusce.net/spokane/course/course.aspx?c=1674 #:

Register now to build practical skills that drive results.

06/23/2026

If you’re running a operation, reducing cost without adding complexity is always top of mind.

The Washington Department of Ecology Lean and Green Grant 2026 is designed to help you do exactly that, by identifying where waste (including energy and water) and inefficiencies are driving cost, and supporting implementation of practical improvements to reduce them.

At its core: reduce waste → reduce cost.

It’s focused on real implementation and measurable results that show up in your operations and your bottom line. If waste or inefficiency is impacting your business, it’s worth a conversation.

See if your operation qualifies - https://www.impactwashington.org/washington-state-department-of-ecology-lean-and-green-grant