Business Support

SUPPORT FOR GROWTH, SUSTAINABILITY & SUCCESS

Small businesses are the backbone of North Central Washington’s economy. SkillSource works alongside owners, managers, and entrepreneurs to build connections, share knowledge, and strengthen the local business community. Through targeted workshops, peer meetups, and partnerships with economic development organizations, we help small businesses adapt, grow, and thrive. See below for details.

Opportunities & Events

Café y Conexión / Business is Brewing

 

Local business owners are invited to a monthly meetup designed to build connections, spark collaboration, and share practical tools for growth.

 

Café y Conexión events are bilingual and primarily led in Spanish. Business is Brewing events are held in English.

 

Café y Conexión and Business is Brewing are presented by SkillSource at various locations, with rotating community partners and topics.

 

These events are free to attend. Registration is encouraged. Visit the link below to register for an upcoming workshop in your area.

Local Resources

Community Connections

 

Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce

137 North Wenatchee Avenue

Wenatchee, WA 98801

(509) 662-2116

 

Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce

606 W Broadway Ave, Suite C

Moses Lake, WA 98837

(509) 765-7888

 

The Greater Othello Chamber of Commerce 

705 E Hemlock St

Othello, WA 99344

(509) 488-2683

 

North Central Washington Economic Development District

15 Palouse St Ste 103
Wenatchee, WA  98801

(509) 213-0629

 

Grant County Economic Development Council

6594 Patton Blvd NE

Moses Lake, WA 98837

(509) 764-6579

 

Adams County Economic Development Council 

445 E Cedar Blvd.

Othello, WA 99344

(509) 398-2410

 

Okanogan County Economic Alliance

238 East Oak St.

Okanogan, WA 98840

(509) 826-5107

Statewide Small Business Resources

Washington State Department of Commerce

State agency offering programs, funding opportunities, and resources to help Washington businesses start, grow, and succeed.

 

1011 Plum Street SE
Olympia, WA 98504
(360) 725-4000

 

Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

Free, confidential advising for small businesses across Washington.

 

400 University Way
Spokane, WA 99202

(833) 492-7232

Labor and Industries (L&I)
Oversees workplace safety, workers’ compensation, and employer compliance services for Washington businesses.

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries – East Wenatchee Office
519 Grant Road
East Wenatchee, WA 98802
(509) 886‑6500

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries – Moses Lake Office
3001 W  Broadway Avenue
Moses Lake, WA 98837‑2907
(509) 764‑6900