Business Impact NW

09/04/2026

In under a year, Parvati Patil has sold 240+ Tiny Traditions Boxes, helping families bring celebrations like Holi, Lunar New Year and Diwali home through thoughtful, screen-free experiences for kids.

📍 Seattle, WA

See why she’s competing for $10K at IMPACT Pitch on Oct. 1. 🎟️ Get tickets: https://businessimpactnw.org/tickets

08/31/2026

Washington construction contractors, before you bid, book, or break ground, make sure the business side is covered.

From bond and insurance requirements to workers’ comp and jobsite safety, Washington State Department of Labor & Industries and other protections under state law. The construction contractors’ guide can help you understand what needs to be in place before taking on work.

Questions? Business Impact NW can help.

Learn more:https://lni.wa.gov/forms-publications/F625-115-000.pdf

08/28/2026

More than 200 started. Now 10 remain.

Meet the 2026 IMPACT Pitch finalists. 🎉

These 10 businesses have earned their place in the final round.

🎤 On October 1, they’ll have just five minutes on stage to show what they’ve built, why it matters, and the impact their businesses are making in their communities, with cash prizes on the line.

See the final round live.

🎟️ Tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/impactpitch2026/event/seattle/

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Mobile REMS
Krossfade Kombucha Cocktails
Tiny Traditions Box
TJ's Street Tacos
Crutch Carries LLC
Sound Sports Performance and Training LLC
Q***r Plants Cafe
Silk & Stone Holistic Day Spa

08/26/2026

Hiring employees in Washington?

On September 9, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries and the Seattle Office of Labor Standards will cover key requirements for small business owners with employees, or those preparing to hire.

Topics include minimum wage, paid sick & safe time, fair chance employment, wage theft, commuter benefits, and additional labor standards.

Free to attend, with time for Q&A.

Register here: https://businessimpactnw.org/event/business-expert-session-basics-of-hiring-employees-with-washington-department-of-lni-and-seattle-office-of-labor-standards-7/

08/25/2026

If your Instagram strategy still starts with “What should I post today?” this is for you.

Content to Strategy is a 7-week Instagram marketing cohort for Business Impact NW clients in the Treasure Valley. Build a repeatable strategy around your business goals, learn how to create content that works for your business — not just chase trends — and get a professional filming session so you leave with content ready to use.

📍 Treasure Valley, Idaho
Sept. 23–Nov. 4 | Hybrid
12 spots | $249
In-person sessions required.

Learn more & apply to be considered for one of 12 spots: https://ow.ly/VTli50ZFobV

Know a Treasure Valley business owner this could help? Send it their way.

08/21/2026

📣 Applications close today!

Do you or someone you know sell products or services to hospitality buyers?

Hospitality-Ready Accelerator Track 2 helps businesses prepare for larger or repeat contract opportunities with stronger operations, buyer-facing materials, pricing, and pitch preparation.

Apply by 5PM: https://businessimpactnw.org/hospitality

08/20/2026

More than 200 entrepreneurs entered IMPACT Pitch 2026 from across Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.

Over five rounds, they’ve worked through key parts of their businesses with coaching and guidance from Business Impact NW. Soon, 10 finalists are headed to the stage.

See the final round live October 1 at South Seattle College: businessimpactnw.org/tickets

08/18/2026

Is your business ready to pursue opportunities with the City of Seattle Government?

Get support to strengthen your financial and operational readiness. From financial management and cash flow to access to capital and other business needs.

✨ Free • Virtual

Get started: https://businessimpactnw.org/contracting-with-the-city-of-seattle/

Support services for growth-ready Seattle small businesses wanting to contract with the City of Seattle.

08/16/2026

Ready for repeat hospitality contracts?

Business Impact NW’s Hospitality-Ready Accelerator Track 2 is for businesses that have sold products or services to hospitality buyers and want more contract opportunities.

This fall program focuses on strengthening operations, buyer-facing materials, pricing, and pitch preparation before taking on more hospitality work.

Apply by August 21 at: https://businessimpactnw.org/hospitality

08/15/2026

Getting to the IMPACT Pitch stage takes more than a good pitch.

Over the past four months, entrepreneurs have worked through five competitive rounds with coaching and guidance from Business Impact NW, digging into the strength, impact, and feasibility of their businesses.

More than 200 applied. Soon 10 finalists remain.

See them make their case live October 1 at South Seattle College: businessimpactnw.org/tickets