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The article discusses the importance of workplace culture in attracting and retaining employees. It highlights the findings from the Journal's Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest program, which identifies employers who excel in employee engagement. The article emphasizes that factors such as leadership, communication, values, and trust are more important than competitive pay and benefits in creating a positive work environment. The program involves rigorous surveys to measure employee engagement, and participating employers are categorized based on the size of their workforce. The article concludes by encouraging readers to learn from the best practices of the recognized employers and consider participating in the program in the future. [Extracted from the article]

The author comments on how employers can be competitive in the talent market when finding qualified workers is still a big challenge in most sectors.

The article celebrates the thriving startup ecosystem in Spokane, exemplified by the annual 25 + 5 event organized by Ignite Northwest, showcasing successful ventures and highlighting community support. Topics include the evolution of Spokane's startup scene, the growth of venture funding and mentoring opportunities and the recognition of emerging companies making significant contributions to the local economy.

The article discusses the challenge of talent shortages in workplace, attributing it to long-term issues rather than short-term economic cycles, and highlights the focus of the annual Workforce Summit on preparing K-12 youth for careers and improving collaboration between educators and employers.

The article emphasizes the uncertain economic outlook for 2024, with local economists expressing concerns about factors like inflation, global conflicts, and political issues. It mentions the insights of economists participating in the 26th annual Economic Forecast event, emphasizing the importance of understanding trends and risks while acknowledging the unpredictability of the coming year.

The article focuses on recognizing and celebrating employers in the Inland Northwest for their commitment to creating a positive work environment and improving employee engagement. It emphasizes the significance of values, trust, effective communication, and satisfaction in attracting and retaining talent. It reports that the recognition underscores the growing competitiveness in the labor market and the need for a supportive workplace culture.

The article discuses the author's views regarding the future development of Spokane Valley by focusing on three important fronts such as economic development strategy, education & workforce development, and a culture in which all population groups can prosper together.

An editorial is presented which expresses the view that employers should participate in the Best Places to Work Inland Northwest program to improve employee engagement and attract and retain talent.

An introduction to the journal is presented which features startups that are enlisted in the Ignite Northwest's 25+5 list.

The article offers information on the focus of the periodical on news gathering mission while also continuing to adapt needs and provide new areas of engagement, from events to even more digital delivery on several topics including construction, real estate, and general commerce.

The article offers information on the Greater Spokane (GS) 25th annual economic forecast event in partnership with the Spokane Journal of Business which featured several economists including Grant Forsyth of Avista Corp. and Vange Ocasio Hochheimer of Whitworth University.

The author discusses chances of labor shortage due to boomer retirements, declined birth rate and weakened participation rate and mentions expectation for employees for competitive pay and benefits.

The article offers views on the management of labor scarcity by the company.

In the article, the author discusses the vibrant startup ecosystem in Spokane, Washington and the key contributions of startup companies in the city's economy.

The article informs that most business sectors are growing, and in some cases have recovered beyond pre-pandemic levels with construction expected to continue to grow in near future especially in the commercial sector.

The article reports on several retail construction projects in Spokane, Washington. Site work has already started for a shopping center in Post Falls. Sam's Club, the member-only warehouse-store chain operated by Wal-Mart Stores Inc., has announced plans to build two stores in Spokane. A Wal-Mart supercenter is also being constructed near the northeast corner of U.S. 2 and Hayford Road on the West Plains.

Provides information about the operations of the Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane, Washington. Role of the base in housing the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, Washington Air National Guard's 141st Air Refueling Wing and Air Force's 336th Training Group; Capability of its ground-refueling system; Infrastructure and personnel at the base.

Presents information on ICM Asset Management Inc. Value of its management portfolio; Acquisitions made by the company; Profits for the first quarter of 2002.

The article offers information on the forecasting the economic landscape for 2021 as they reflect a weariness for condition, for sure, but as one dig deeper, one also get a sense of resiliency, cautious optimism, and encouraging context.

The article offers information on the fourth annual Workforce Summit on November 17, 2021, focused on the changes due to the pandemic and adapting to find better ways to grow workforce here and minimize talent gaps.

The article discusses editor, Linn Parish, and first talked about taking a moment to celebrate 35 years of publishing for the Journal of Business.

The aticle discusses helping businesses that have growing operations and has advocating for the infrastructure or business climate that employers desire.

The article reports on the possible effects of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Superfund clean up proposal to the metal mining operation in Silver Valley, Idaho. It mentions EPA's goal in cleaning the heavy metal pollution in the said area and notes the plan's adverse effects to the mining industry. Furthermore, the issuance of EPA's plan in 2002 is also mentioned.

The article reports on the fall of the total direct compensation of executive pay at public traded companies in Spokane, Washington. It states that the compensation fell 3.6% in fiscal 2008 while their base pay including salary plus bonuses and other incentive compensation tumbled 18.4%. Jeannine Marx Fruci, longtime Spokane headhunter infers that the swings in executive pay reflects the notion that the old-school idea of being paid well because a lofty title is diminishing.

The article reports on the criticism of the development community to the proposed Sprague/Appleway Revitalization Plan which converts the Sprague-Appleway to two-way streets in Spokane Valley, Washington. The community is concerned on the dramatic changes to be made on the corridor, and how long could it be used in the future. Land experts and developers express that the plan would take away the existing land-use rights.

The article reports on the salary increase of executives in the business industry in Spokane County, Washington. An analysis of executive pay shows that top executives receive a 12.2 percent increase in total direct compensation to an average of around $757,000. The study further reveals contrasts among the various companies and industries included in the study, such as the 27 percent decline in their overall pay.

The article offers information on 2021 forecast a blurry one and economists has tasked with forecasting the economic landscape. Topics include Spokesman-Review, who has captivated audiences for years with his economic handicapping of the region, and Greater Spokane Incorporated to bring the annual Economic Forecast event.

An introduction to the journal is presented in which the author discusses the various topics tackled within the issue on topics like the economic forecast for Spokane, Washington, the economic drivers like consumer and business spending, and the role of politics in the economic recovery.

The article discusses unemployment has low and have shortages of workers in every sector and job type.

The article informs that Spokane community to have so many people and so many organizations that demonstrate kindness day, and health care crisis has had on the economy and employers, that have been hit hardest are unfortunately some of the same populations that were already at risk financially, due to lower paying occupations. It mentions that partnering with the Emerging Leaders Society of the United Way to help our community honor and celebrate the abundant compassion.

In the article, the author discusses the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest program in the U.S. in 2020. Topics include the need for employers to support and encourage their employees amidst the challenging times due to the coronavirus pandemic, the factors that differentiate the best employers like leadership, communication, and trust, and the qualifications of an employer to be included in the selection for the Best Places to Work competition.

The article focuses on Women in Leadership event has always been about removing hurdles for those wanting to succeed including notion is really at the core of what set out to do three years ago when has created the Women in Leadership event.

The article reports on how to improve labor markets and employee engagement affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The article highlights the editor's views towards the periodical's hard work to provide the business news through a host of community and economic challenges. It also focuses on working remotely to help minimize the spread of COVID-19 through relying more on technology to perform functions; and also highlights about patronize Inland Northwest businesses.

The article offers information on author's views towards challenges of working hard to provide the business news with host of community and economic challenges.

An introduction is presented that discussed issues on topics performance of the construction industry in 2020, focuses on demand and prices of home and support neighboring businesses, especially the advertisers.

The article reports on the increase in the total compensation of executives of Inland Northwest publicly traded companies by an average of 42 percent in 2005 in the Washington. The mostly highly paid executive is Georgia Shonk-Simmons, president and chief merchandising officer of Coldwater Creek Inc., with nearly $5.9 million. Public companies posted an average 22 percent gain total shareholder return in 2005.

Reports that St. Louis, Missouri-based firm Commercial Development Co. has bought the smelting equipment and other assets from Kaiser Aluminum & Chemical Corp. of Washington. Acquisition of the aluminum company's assets through bankruptcy court negotiations; Estimated value of the salvaged equipment; Plan of Commercial Development Co. to sell the property for industrial use.

Reports on the impact of improved share prices and stronger corporate earnings on executives of publicly traded company in Spokane, Washington and North Idaho. Increase in the earnings of executive in 2003; Average pay for executives. Factors that contributed to the rise in average compensation.

Reports on the changes in Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corp.'s rolling mill in Spokane, Washington. Challenges ahead of the company; Hope of emerging from bankruptcy in 2004.

Reports on an increase in the average salaries of executives of public companies in Spokane, Washington and North Idaho in 2002. Rise in overall average pay, including perks, long-term incentive pay and exercised stock options; Comparison with 2001 figures; Analysis of proxy statements of publicly traded companies based in the Inland Northwest.

Reports on executive compensation trends in Spokane, Washington and North Idaho during 2001. Annual growth rate; Components of pay packages; Top public company executives.

Reports that the economic slowdown in the United States has negatively affected the salaries of executives in the Northwestern States in 2001. Decline in the wages received by executives of local publicly traded companies in 2001 as compared to that of the previous year; Overview on the salaries received by some of the highest-paid executives in the region.

Reports on the plan for a technology park near Spokane International Airport in Washington. Ownership of the land that will be developed; Development costs; Businessmen involved in the development.

Reports on Liberty Lake, Washington-based Telect Inc.'s plan initial public offering. Challenges facing the company as it evolves from a family-owned business to a Nasdaq-traded public company; Information contained in the August 30, 2000 filing made by Telect with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

Reports developments related to the compensation of executives in Spokane, Washington as of July 2000. Increase in the average executive salaries and bonuses of public companies; Account on the two year compensation of Avista Corp. top executive Tom Matthews; Projection for the dominance of technology companies.

The article offers information on the Journal of Business publisher Paul Read who shares his vision for the year 2026. Discussed is his retirement at the age of 65 ten years onward totaling his 40 years in service for the company. Also discussed is his vision for Spokane City in Washington with new businesses opened downtown, innovations in the greater Spokane region and the aerospace manufacturing and port district infrastructures.

The author reflects on the lessons he learned from the companies and organizations that have participated in the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest program of the "Journal of Business (Spokane)" that he hosted. He discusses the key reasons why someone chooses to join or stay with an employer, how an employer can participate in the program, and sponsors that made the program possible.

The article discusses the role of women in leadership roles in Washington's business sector dealing with the second annual Women in Leadership event, importance of mentorship, and diversity in management ranks.