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GSI is about partnerships – people working together, making a difference in their business & in the community.

  • Building strong relationships
  • Building a healthy economy
  • Improving the quality of life in the Spokane region

You can participate in some committees just by “raising your hand” and we’ll get you on board right away. Other committees include an application process (see reverse side). You are invited to participate where you have the greatest interest. You’ll build relationships, learn about the community, and help move Spokane and the Inland Northwest ahead.

All meetings are held at Greater Spokane Incorporated unless otherwise noted. For more information, please call the staff liaison listed or our office at 624-1393.


  • Agri-Business Council - Supports and promotes a strong agricultural industry in the Inland Northwest. Meets: 3rd Friday; October – May at 12:00 p.m. Chair: Jay Allert, Aslin-Finch Co.
    Staff liaison: Myrna O’Leary – 321-3633, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

  • Ambassadors - Are a highly visible and well recognized volunteer goodwill arm of GSI. They participate in all our events, help build connections between members, and support members with ribbon cuttings and grand openings. Meets: 1st Wednesday of each month at 4:00 p.m., Location varies. Visit our Ambassadors page for more information. Chair: Jessica Kirk, Hampton Inn Spokane Airport.
    • Staff liaison: Alisha Benson – 321-3608, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Armed Services - Engages business and the community in support of our region’s armed services. Meets: Quarterly. Chair: Jeff Severs, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
    Staff liaison: Sandra Jarrard – 321-3622, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • B2B Connect Leads Groups
    The B2B Leads Groups provide a forum for referrals and leads to help your business grow. It is a terrific way to meet new people, learn about businesses and generate new business!

B2B Connect Downtown
Meets: Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at Luigi’s. Chair: Scott Maher, Complete Office
Staff Liaison: Alisha Benson – 321-3608, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

B2B Connect North
Meets: Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month at 12:30 p.m. at Cathay Inn. Chair: Scott Bassett, Bassett & Brush.
Staff Liaison: Libby Barnes - 321-3626, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it


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  • Consortium of Leading Energy Efficiency Northwest Companies (C.L.E.E.N. NW)
    • Special interest group that promotes awareness of the region’s Clean Technology and Energy Efficiency industries locally, regionally, nationally and globally to attract companies and entrepreneurs to the area. Establish an effective, comprehensive network of Clean Technology and Energy Efficiency businesses and the capabilities necessary to grow the regional industry. Participation through an application process.
    Staff liaison: Gary Mallon – 321-3617, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

  • Economic Development Advisory Group - Advise the board and staff on GSI's economic development program - business expansion, retention, recruitment and key developments. Chair: Michael Senske, Pearson Packing Systems. Participation through an application process.
    Staff liasion: Robin Toth - 321-3636, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Federal Legislative Advisory Group - Stays abreast of federal issues that impact the region and works with GSI's federal lobbyist to advocate on the region's behalf. Participation through an application process. Meets: 1st Thursday of the month (October - June) at 11:00 a.m. Chair: Tom Paine, Avista Corporation.
    Staff liaison: Rich Hadley – 321-3610, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Forward Fairchild - Focuses on creating jobs and investments in the Spokane region by expanding military operations. Participation through an application process. Meets: 2nd Thursday every other month at 10:00 a.m. Chair: Greg Bever
    Staff liaison: Rich Hadley – 321-3610, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Health Care - Supports and promotes a comprehensive and integrated system of health care delivery, education and workforce in Spokane for the benefit of GSI members and Inland Northwest residents. Meets: 3rd Tuesday of every other month at 7:30 a.m.
    Staff liaison: Shelly O’Quinn – 321-3637, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Health Industry Development Group - Links healthcare to public policy and economic development. Participation through an application process. Meets: 1st Tuesday of every other month at 7:30 a.m. Chair: Dr. Brian Pitcher, Washington State University-Spokane.
    Staff liaison: Shelly O’Quinn – 321-3637, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Higher Education Leadership Group - Looks to create a prosperous future for the Spokane region through collaboration among leaders of higher education and business/industry. Participation through an application process. Meets: 4th Tuesday of every other month at 12:00 p.m. Chairs: Dr. Thayne McCulloh, Gonzaga University and Stacey Cowles, The Spokesman-Review.
    Staff liaison: Rich Hadley – 321-3610, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Inland Northwest Aerospace Consortium (INWAC) - A group of companies from Eastern Washington and North Idaho that provide products and services to all areas within the aerospace industry. Meets: 2nd Wednesday of every other month at 1:30 p.m., Location varies.
    Staff liaison:     Robin Toth – 321-3636, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • K-12 Roundtable - Links K-12 leadership more closely with business/industry to improve understanding of issues and develop solutions. Participation through an application process. Meets: 1st Monday of every other month (Additional meetings in October & December) at 2:00 p.m. Chair: Tom Johnson, STCU
    • Staff liaison: Shelly O’Quinn – 321-3637, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Liberty Lake Advisory Group - Provides information about economic activity in the Liberty Lake area for any member interested in staying abreast of new developments. Meets: 2nd Tuesday of every other month (October-June) at 7:30 a.m. Location varies. Chair: Mandy Degrosellier, Washington Trust Bank
    • Staff liaison: Libby Barnes – 321-3626, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Manufacturers’ Roundtable - Promotes a climate that fosters growth & development of the manufacturing & technology base within the Inland Northwest region. Meets: 3rd Friday of every other month at 10:00 a.m. Chair: Cal Christen, Wagstaff, Inc.
    Staff liaison: Shelly O’Quinn – 321-3637, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • North Spokane Advisory Group - Provides information about economic activity in the North Spokane area for any member interested in staying abreast of new developments. Meets: 1st Tuesday of every other month (October-June) at 7:30 a.m. at Windermere North. Chair: Tom Rockefeller, Mead School District.
    • Staff liaison: Libby Barnes – 321-3626, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Operation Spokane Heroes - Supports military personnel and their families in the Inland Northwest through various means, such as business discounts and donations of goods and services. Meets: 3rd Tuesday of every month at 4:30 p.m. Location: Global Credit Union, 1520 W. 3rd Ave. Chair: Sandy Kates, LCD Exposition Services.
    Staff Liaison: Sandra Jarrard - 321-3622, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Public Policy Council - The central policy review group for Greater Spokane Incorporated serves in a critical advisory role for the Board of Trustees. Participation through an application process. Meets: 2nd Tuesday of each month (Except July and August) at 12:00 p.m. Chair: Bill Savitz, Garco Construction, Inc.
    Staff liaison: Sandra Jarrard – 321-3622, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

  • Small Business Council - Advises and works with GSI to foster a stronger environment for entrepreneurship, business growth and retention. Participation through an application process. Meets: Every other month on Friday (Except July and August) at 7:30 a.m. Chair: Greg Stewart, CPA, Stewart & Associates.
    • Staff Liaison - Sandra Jarrard - 321-3622, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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