Spokane’s Premier Women in Business Community
Trailhead for Women Building the Inland Northwest Through Visibility, Connection, and Economic Impact
HIKE with Her is a growing ecosystem connecting women in business, leadership, and the workforce across Spokane and the Inland Northwest. Through a searchable business directory, structured community programming, and future capital pathways, we strengthen visibility, expand opportunity, and accelerate growth.
Because when women thrive, communities grow stronger.
Spokane’s Premier Women in Business Community
Trailhead for Women Building the Inland Northwest Through Visibility, Connection, and Economic Impact
HIKE with Her is a growing ecosystem connecting women in business, leadership, and the workforce across Spokane and the Inland Northwest. Through a searchable business directory, structured community programming, and future capital pathways, we strengthen visibility, expand opportunity, and accelerate growth.
Because when women thrive, communities grow stronger.
Building Economic Infrastructure for Women in Spokane + INW
HIKE is not just a networking group. We are building the connective infrastructure that strengthens women’s economic resilience across Spokane and the Inland Northwest. By integrating visibility, mentorship, and financial pathways into one ecosystem, we shorten the path between potential and opportunity — for founders, professionals, and sponsors alike.
WHO WE ARE
Your Trailhead to Visibility, Community, and Future Opportunity
HIKE connects women across industries — entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, professionals, and emerging leaders. Through technology and intentional programming, we create structured pathways for growth, collaboration, and long-term impact.
We exist to make access faster. To make opportunity visible. To make connection intentional.
And to ensure no woman has to navigate this ecosystem alone.
The HIKE Ecosystem: Visibility, Community, and Capital
HIKE integrates a women-owned business directory, leadership-driven community programming, and future financial pathways to support women’s economic growth across Spokane and the Inland Northwest.
HIKE Directory
Visibility + Resources
A searchable Spokane women-owned business directory designed to increase discoverability, referral traffic, and community trust. List your business, post events, share updates, and connect directly with aligned customers and collaborators.
HIKE Community
Connection + Mentorship
Structured networking, mentorship programs, and collaborative learning experiences designed to strengthen professional relationships and expand leadership capacity.
HIKE Capital
Financial Pathways
An initiative expanding access to grants, loans, scholarships, and growth tools — ensuring more women can scale with confidence, support, and strategic resources.
The Economic Case for Investing in Women in Spokane
Women are a central driver of Spokane’s workforce and business landscape. Nearly one in five employer firms in Spokane County are women-owned, and across Washington State, almost half of all businesses are owned by women.
Research shows women reinvest more of their income into families and communities, creating a multiplier effect that strengthens local economies.
Supporting women in business is not only equitable — it is a strategic economic investment.
73% of women are in the local workforce
73% of Spokane County women (16+) are in the labor force; among moms with kids ages 6–17, it’s nearly 80%. Women are the workforce — but many still lack visibility, support, and access to networks.
(Employment Security Department, 2025)
Nearly 1 in 5 employer firms are women-owned
Nearly 1 in 5 employer firms in Spokane County are women-owned — 1,977 businesses with paid employees.
Our region is fueled by women-led enterprises, yet their stories often remain unseen.
(U.S. Census Bureau, 2022)
46.5% of businesses in Washington are women-owned
46.5% of all businesses in Washington are women-owned (including employer and non-employer firms).
Women are launching and leading at unprecedented rates — and are still navigating structural gaps in visibility and support.
(U.S. SBA Office of Advocacy, 2024)
Membership & Strategic Sponsorship
HIKE offers tiered membership opportunities for women in business and workforce leadership — alongside strategic sponsorship partnerships for organizations committed to supporting women’s economic growth across Spokane and the Inland Northwest. When women grow, they reinvest locally. HIKE connects your brand to that growth.
Membership Opportunities
Visibility + Credibility + Community
Membership is designed for women who want structured visibility, community engagement, and leadership positioning within the HIKE ecosystem.
Depending on tier, membership may include:
Directory listing
Highlight features and shoutouts
Newsletter exposure and resource sharing
Event and mentorship access
Elevated listing placement
Content and thought leadership opportunities
Membership tiers allow women to choose the level of visibility and engagement that fits their stage of growth.
Strategic Sponsorship
Advertising + Brand Alignment + Impact
Strategic sponsorship begins at $2,500 and is designed for organizations that want meaningful visibility within a growing network of women leaders, founders, and decision-makers.
Sponsorship may include:
Advertising placement across HIKE platforms
Event and community activation opportunities
Homepage and category visibility
Podcast and content recognition
Impact reporting and engagement summaries
Sponsorship aligns your brand with women-led economic growth in Spokane and the Inland Northwest.
Newsletter & Updates
Join the HIKE Inner Circle
Be part of the fastest-growing network of women in business across Spokane and the Inland Northwest.
Get early access to:
Mentorship pilot programs
Funding and capital updates
Sponsorship opportunities
Community events
Weekly ecosystem insights
HIKE with Her Podcast
What’s Happening in Our Community
Your guide to the conversations, businesses, and opportunities shaping women in business across Spokane and the Inland Northwest.
Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay ahead.
WHY HIKE EXISTS
Leaving the World Better Than We Found It
Despite the many organizations and events in Spokane, access can feel fragmented. If you’re new — or even if you’ve been here for years — finding aligned people and trusted resources takes time.
HIKE exists to accelerate that access. We serve as connective tissue — linking women to visibility, mentorship, capital pathways, and one another.
Resilient communities are built intentionally.
This is the trailhead.
Leadership & Advisory Circle
The Women Behind the Movement
HIKE is guided by experienced women across business, finance, technology, and community development to ensure strategic and sustainable growth.
Women in Business Spokane Reviews
“I posted my Spark program in the HIKE Directory — it’s a significant investment, so I honestly wasn’t expecting much. But someone enrolled after finding me through HIKE. It’s working.” — Brandy Ferrer
“What stood out at HIKE Happy Hour was the energy. It wasn’t sales-driven, and it didn’t feel like the typical networking environment. The conversations were authentic, and I left with multiple leads that came naturally through connection.” — Anna Marie
Every Journey Has a Trailhead
There’s a Place for You on the HIKE Trail
Whether you are launching your first idea, growing an established business, mentoring others, or investing in women-led impact — HIKE is designed as an ecosystem. Every stage has a path. Every path has support. HIKE is not a single event or membership. It is a framework for long-term economic resilience.
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