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Electronic Commerce Electronic Commerce 5780 W Werner Rd Bremerton, WA 98312 Tel: (800) 478-3933 |
Electronic Commerce Strategies (Exec 9) An overview of eCommerce Strategies including: disintermediation and the new middlemen; e-Business models; and e-Business "Best Practices" Electronic Commerce Roundtable (Panel 10) A discussion of trends in eCommerce. Who is making money on the Web? Attendees and presenters are invited for the discussion. Web Page Design (Exec 11) Overview of website aesthetics. How to achieve sales and marketing goals with various Electronic Commerce designs. How to tweak HTML tags to get listed on the search engines. CIO Roundtable (Panel 12) Network with other CIOs. How is the job of a CIO changing? What challenges are you facing? |
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Telecommunications XO Communications 1330 N Washington #5000 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 444-4000 |
Managing Your Company's Web Presence (Exec 9,11,2) What are the differences between shared, colocation and managed hosting? Overview of managed hosting service as well as criteria for choosing a managed hosting service provider will be discussed. Strategic Communications Planning (Exec-10,1,3) Determine what communication vehicles best suit your business. Internet speeds and service level agreements will be among the topics covered. PRIZES: (2) Travel Themed Gift Bags ($175ea) |
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Digital Video ALTSYS 328 E Sprague Ave Spokane, WA 99202 Tel: (509) 448-5353 |
Video Anytime Anywhere (Lab 9,2) Business Management Made Easy. Watch your business anytime from anywhere like Nordstrom’s, McDonald’s, Burger King, Los Angeles International Airport. Increase employee productivity and eliminate theft, all without being there. IT Infrastructure Planning (Lab 10,12) Solutions for Hardware, Software, Budgeting, and Purchasing. Presented by PC Open. Free infrastructure consulting saves Tens of thousands each year for University of Idaho, Eastern Washington University, West Coast Hotels, West Valley School District, even ask ESD 101! Wide Area Network Video (Lab 11,3) Live Video an Internet Marketing Tool, presented by WAN Video. Promote your business or view your home with “Real Time Live Video” on the Web. Software lets anyone display video in minutes. Applications are unlimited! Off Site Data Storage (Lab 1) “Infrastructure Investment Techniques” - Dennis Hake from AVISTA Communications. “Violence in the Workplace” - “I robbed 18 Banks last month” Ken Fadely CEO/CFO of Security Consultants International. PRIZES: (2) Digital Video Mgmt Systems ($8200ea) |
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Office Solutions IKON Office Solutions 8815 E Mission Spokane, WA 99212 Tel: (509) 891-9000 |
Benefits of Outsourcing (Exec 10,12,2,3) Many corporations are moving to outsourcing to focus on their core business. Learn the benefits and industry trends and how to increase productivity and bottom line profits. Where Paper is Going? (Exec 9,11,1) New ways to distribute documents using existing enterprise applications and common office equipment. Create competitive advantages, long term savings, and shortened work cycles. Exhibitor PRIZES: (2) Canon 5500 Laser Faxes ($1200ea) |
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Reference Site SpokaneCitySource.com 113 E Magnesium #E Spokane, WA 99208 Tel: (509) 464-4709 |
Exhibitor SpokaneCitySource.com is a one-stop internet source guide for the city of Spokane. Everything from movie schedules to relocation information to what pet is best for your family is available. Our mission is to use the web to connect, build and empower individuals, families, communities and businesses. PRIZES: Gift Certificate for Advertising ($250) |
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Telephony Solutions Cerium Networks 1011 E 2nd Ave #10 Spokane, WA 99202 Tel: (509) 536-8610 |
Business Communications without Boundaries (Exec 9,12,2) IP Telephony – Build a flexible, reliable voice and data network. Integrate your existing communication systems with the latest technology for Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony. New Wireless LAN Solutions (Exec 11,3) Your Local Area Network (LAN) is now MOBILE! Flexible, affordable – connect all your work locations without costly cabling. Video Conferencing, a Profitable Investment (Exec 10,1) Actively participate in critical meetings even though you are miles away, from desktop video systems to custom boardroom integrations. PRIZES: Dinner for 4 at Spokane Ram Restaurant; 4 tickets to a Spokane Chief's home game; 4 passes to the exclusive All Hickey Club ($200); Polycom's Video Conferencing Unit ($599) |
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Computer Hardware Gateway Country 7808 N Division Spokane, WA 99208 Tel: (509) 489-6432 |
Planning Your Technology Infrastructure (Exec 9,1) How to build a successful E-Commerce business. This session will explore hardware, software and implementation strategies. Connecting Your Business (Exec 10,2) How to successfully plan & implement your business network. Which architecture is best? How to choose between Peer to Peer or Server solutions. Taking Your Business on the Road (Exec 11) A comparison of laptop and desktop computers. How to select a Laptop computer. What is the definition of a Super Laptop? Boost Your Productivity with Training (DS 12,3) An overview of training solutions. Are your people as effective as they could be? Comparison of self-paced and classroom-based training. PRIZES: (2) 6 Hour Training Certificates ($150ea) |
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Microsoft One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052 Tel: (425) 936-8080 |
Creating Great Diagrams with Visio 2000 (Exec 10,12,2) Practical examples of using Visio 2000 to illustrate your “big idea” in a colorful diagram. We will also explore advanced topics including network diagrams, database models, and others. Microsoft Office XP - Collaboration (CB 9,3) The new Office “eXPerience” includes powerful user interface elements that streamline everyday tasks. Includes demo of the SharePoint web-based collaboration features. Harness the Mobile Office eXPerience (CB 11,1) Overview of new features in Microsoft Office XP. How XP integrates with mobile devices such as the Pocket PC so you can take both your Outlook data and your documents on the road. PRIZES: (2) Microsoft Visio 2000 ($395ea) |
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Qwest 534 East Trent #100 Spokane, WA 99202 Tel: (509) 624-8800 |
Maximize your Internet Connection (Exec 9) How to use your internet connection to make your business run more efficiently by using packaged solutions, including e-commerce and web call centers. Wireless Data and Your Mobile Workforce (Exec 10,12,3) Leveraging your mobile workforce for maximum productivity with wireless data including contact management, email, scheduling inventory management and WAP enabled programs. Efficiencies Through Outsourcing (Exec 11,1) How can an Application Service Provider help you host and manage ERP and CRM applications, so your company can concentrate on your core business objectives. How to Support Remote Employees (Tech 2) See how Virtual Private Network (VPN) services can be used to support your remote locations and staff, while minimizing your total Wide Area Network costs. PRIZES: Quest Home Receptionist ($100) Kyocera 2035 Cell Phone(s) w/ Plan ($120ea) |
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DataPro Solutions 6336 E Utah Street Spokane, WA 99212 Tel: (509) 532-3530 |
Speeding The Flow Of Business (Lab 9,11,1,3) How to streamline and automate the flow of transactions, interactions, decisions, tasks, and mission-critical functions with automated workflow technology (featuring Tim Ritter from icomXpress). Wireless Networking (Lab 10,12,2) Wireless networking saves time, money, and frustration. Roam freely about your facility and accomplish tasks instantaneously with the latest in wireless LAN technology (featuring Joe Mareci from Intermec Technologies). Exhibitor – Hewlett Packard PRIZES: HP Printer/Scanner |
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Productivity Point 606 W Third Ave Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 455-5054 |
Excel: Data Sharing Via the Web (Lab 9,12,2) Share critical information with a remote team quickly and easily. Learn how to publish Excel data to your website and update it dynamically. Use your intranet for team collaboration and online data access by publishing your Microsoft Office documents. Web-enabled Crystal Reports (Lab 10,1) A remote manager’s best tool. Crystal Reports can combine real time data from many sources to create custom management reports – accessible via the intra/internet. Exhibitor Meet the professionals. Find out more about our technology training, e-business and financial system solutions. PRIZES: (2) Half Day 1on1 Onsite Training Sessions ($500ea) |
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ACCOUNTECH 606 W Third Ave Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 838-6290 |
e-Business – More than just a Website! (Lab 11,3) There is more to a successful e-Business than having a hot website. See a demonstration of an integrated eCommerce solution from the world’s 2nd largest software developer. We can give you a web store in a matter of days. |
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Time Warner Telecom 601 W Main #500 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 252-8300 |
Connecting your Business - is your Business (Exec 9,11,2) An executive summary of WANS (Wide Area Networks). What does voice and Internet connectivity look like today and what are the legitimate options for the future? A primer on existing and emerging technologies. Bandwidth: How Should I be Connected? (Exec 10,1,3) The practical and commercial implications of Highspeed Bandwidth Connectivity. An executive overview and open discussion. PRIZES: Gift Basket ($150), Messenger Bag ($150) |
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Avista Communications 159 South Lincoln #301 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 444-4900 |
The Buzz about Convergence (Exec 9,1) Prepare for the technology revolution and learn how the convergence of voice, data and Internet can create new business opportunities. Virtual Private Networks and Security (Tech 10, 3) Are your business transactions and information exchange protected? Discover how VPN's can provide secure and scalable IP network solutions. High-Speed Internet Business Solutions (Exec 11, 2) Explore how strategic high-speed Internet access choices can enhance e-commerce, website and other business applications. |
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Sprint PCS 11707 E Sprague #201 Spokane, WA 99206 Tel: (509) 892-2300 |
Bringing Clarity to Business (Exec 9,12,3) Sprint PCS is leading the charge, and laying the groundwork for the Next Generation of communications through the integration of corporate directories, e-mail, sales tools applications, PBX networks and more. Palm / PDA Solutions (Exec 10,2) Learn how the alliance between Palm Inc. and Sprint PCS will change the mobile professional. Sprint PCS’s CDMA solution will ensure the fast, secure transfer of data and provide a richer wireless Internet browsing experience than currently available. Wireless Communications the Next Step (Exec 11,1) The Wireless Industry is changing at a rapid pace. Hear how the next generation of mobile devices and lightning fast data speeds will change your business. PRIZES: (2) PCS Phone & 1 Yr Wireless Web Service ($400ea) |
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Community Colleges 3939 N Freya Spokane, WA 99217 Tel: (509) 533-4718 |
Outlook: More than just E-mail (Lab 1,3) Don’t just use Outlook for Email. Use it to manage your life. Learn tips and tricks. (Mobile Lab outside, room for 12 people) MS Office: The Big Picture (Lab 11,2) Tips and tricks for sharing data among all Office applications including Outlook. (Mobile Lab outside, room for 12 people) Planning: From PC to Palm Pilot (Lab 10,12) Tips for integrating your Palm Pilot and your PC to manage your schedule and workload. (Mobile Lab outside, room for 12 people) Exhibitor PRIZES: (2) Training Certificates ($105ea) |
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Bank of Whitman 201 S Main Street Colfax, WA 99111 Tel: (509) 334-7940 |
B2C - The Consumer Online (Exec 9,11,2) What it takes to put your business online. Brick and Mortar to Click and Mortar do's and don'ts. B2B or Not to Be (Exec 10,1,3) What's hot and what's not in the brave new world of business to business E-commerce. B2B and B2C Demos (Exec 12) Bring a plate of food from the buffet and digest some demonstrations of Online technologies. PRIZES: (2) Automated ACH Payroll Setup ($250ea) |
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ISET Inc 1322 N Monroe #10 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 324-2055 |
HIPAA, Executive Summary (Exec 9,1) The latest Healthcare Information news regarding electronic medical records. Examine steps to HIPAA compliance (a MUST for all health-care professionals). Networking Power Panel (Panel 10) ISET professionals will answer your IT questions. This hour, the focus will be on networking issues, Intranets, Extranets, LANs, WANs, Windows 2000, Novell. IT Power Panel (Panel 12) ISET professionals will answer your IT questions. Grab lunch from the buffet and bring it to the room for a Q&A on any Information Technology topic, hardware, software, Internet, etc. Paperless Office Power Panel (Panel 2) ISET professionals will answer your IT questions. This hour, the focus will be on document management, electronic forms, archival methods, and use of email and the web to reduce paper handling. New Technologies Enhance Office Workflow (Exec 11,3) A summary of new paperless office technologies that augment office work flow, saving your company time, effort and money. PRIZES: Gift Basket ($50); 1 Month Service Contract ($250) |
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RTS Enabling Technology 1611 Bowdish Road Spokane, WA 99206 Tel: (509) 892-1754 |
Introducing Great Plains Dynamics (Exec 9,12,3) Come see why Great Plains Dynamics holds the highest rating for Mid-Market accounting system for “Vision” and “Ability to Execute”. An integrated solution that is easy to use, personalize and implement. Data Mining Your Accounting System (Exec 10) The Dynamics solution offers unparalleled access to decision-driving information, customized reporting and seamless integration with strategic business application, including Microsoft office. Manufacturing – Simple to Complex (Exec 11) Great Plains offers a comprehensive suite of applications designed for the Make To Stock, Make To Order, Assemble to Order and Hybrid manufacturing environments. Discreet, Process and Reverse manufacturing can be accommodated. Non-Profit & Fund Accounting (Exec 1) See how the flexibility of Great Plains Dynamics can address your non-profit and governmental report requirements, fund balancing, grant tracking and government regulations. Marriage of eBusiness and Accounting (Exec 2) Offering e-commerce, web-based reporting and Internet integration solutions, Dynamics provides a solid foundation for e-business. PRIZES: (2) Two Hours of Consulting ($350ea) |
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North by Northwest 903 W Broadway Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 324-2949 |
Content is King (Exec 9,11,2) No matter what the presentation format – VHS tape, PowerPoint, CD-ROM or DVD – the content of your presentation is critical to its success. Come find out how you can deliver your message in creative, non-traditional methods that will be remembered. The ABC’s of DVD (Exec 10,1,3) VHS home video is quickly becoming a presentation format of the past and DVD is rapidly becoming the format of choice. Come learn the basics of DVD technology and find out how easy it is to become part of the 21st Century. PRIZES: TBA |
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HIT Fusion 111 E Magnesium #G Spokane, WA 99208 Tel: (509) 465-4675 |
CRM: Making Healthcare Healthier (Exec 9) Using Customer Relationship Management software to your competitive advantage in the tightening healthcare market. How does it fit and where would you use it? Integration: Adrenaline for Your Business (Exec 10) Learn how to gain strategic advantages by seamlessly automating your business management processes. 4 Myths of Information Security (Exec 11,1) HIT Fusion proudly presents John Shovic of TriGeo, Inc, to help you separate fact from fiction in the world of information and network security. Strike Customer Relationship Gold (Exec 2) Integrating sales, support, and call center personnel with a single view of your customer to increase revenues, satisfaction and customer retention. Beyond QuickBooks: The Next Step (Exec 3) Discover what the next level of business enterprise automation can deliver to your business. See the power of immediate, accurate information from all business processes. PRIZES: Software |
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Advanced Benefit 1621 N 3rd Street #800 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Tel: (208) 664-3482 |
From Paper Mess to Paper Less (Exec 9,1,3) The next generation of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) is here. This session will focus on new and exciting solutions that HR “On-the-Net” will provide. Save time, increase efficiency, reduce staffing requirements, increase profitability. Employee Benefits for the Next Generation (Exec 10,12) How the Internet, ERISA, HIPAA and COBRA are changing the face of healthcare and employee benefits administration. How you can profit and avoid risk in this new frontier. Why Employee Self-Service is a HOT Topic (Exec 11,2) Employee Self-Service (ESS) is changing the way benefits are communicated, understood, and valued. Employees want to take control of their lives. ESS gives them power. Side benefit – reduces corporate exposure due to employment liability suits. PRIZES: (2) Coupons for VEO Setup Fees ($500ea) |
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Aurora Consulting Group 1522 N Washington #200 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 455-4300 |
Project Management: Beyond Microsoft Project (Exec 9,11,1,3) Are your projects out of control? Is your team lost? We'll demonstrate how to improve project management, group collaboration, and communication using web-based tools! Web-based Business Information Sharing & Analysis (Exec 10,12,2) Current systems alone do not solve all the information sharing needs of today's enterprise. Built upon a data warehouse, our complete Internet solution supports broad information sharing and analysis. PRIZES: (2) One-Hour Consultations ($150ea) |
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D.A. Davidson 221 N Wall St #400 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 456-8323 |
New Technology for old 401(k)s (Exec 9,12,3) New enhancements for those old 401(k)s; Online statements, Plans Sponsor Web-station, Lower fees, Real-time information, trade individual stocks. Do you need CASH? (Exec 10,1) Explore opportunities for your company in the capital markets: Raising Private capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Going Public. Learn how to earn on your corporate cash. Professional Money Management (Exec 11,2) Learn how to navigate today's tumultuous stock markets with the help of a professional money manager. Five key steps to help you select and monitor your investment professionals for your business, pension, or personal assets. PRIZES: (3) 401k Evaluations( $250ea) |
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Net-Tel 316 W Boone Ave #365 Spokane WA 99201 Tel: (509) 325-7256 |
A Byte of Technology (TB 9,12,2) Looks at the past, present and future of voice, video and data digital networking and why it is essential for company executives to know how this technology is going to affect their business. Computer Security Basics (Exec-10,1) Why and how to develop a security policy and the impact of not having one. Also covers an overview of hardware required. Voice/Data Convergence (Exec 11,3) Impact of Voice over technologies on your company’s bottom line. How do you decide to implement? Overview of technology and how to use it. PRIZES: TBA |
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Phones Plus 200 N Mullan #222 Spokane, WA 99206 Tel: (509) 232-0600 |
Speech Recognition Will Change Your Business? (Exec 9,11,1,3) Does it work? How can it improve your bottom line? Test drive the latest technology, and hear how speech will change the way you use your telephone. Voice Over IP: What is it and Why do You Care? (Exec 10,12,2) Is it bleeding edge or leading edge? Will it save money? How will it affect your web site or your remote workers? What is the "killer application" that will drive you to VoIP? PRIZES: Cellular Phone Headset ($); |
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Velocitus Broadband PO Box 9904 Spokane, WA 99209 Tel: (509) 328-3611 |
Fixed Wireless Broadband (Exec 9,12,3) The Future of Broadband Has Arrived. Speed, flexibility, scalability! Learn how Fixed Wireless Broadband can increase your business' productivity, opportunity, and most importantly, bottom line. A Survey of Broadband Technologies (Exec 10,2) Overview and comparison of wireless, DSL, Dedicated T1, Fractional DS3, Frame Relay and ISDN technologies. Which is most appropriate for your business? Small Businesses Can Move Mountains (Exec 11,1) How small and medium-sized businesses can take advantage of inexpensive new broadband technologies. A comparison of DSL, ISDN and Fixed Wireless. Exhibitor – Broadband Internet Velocitus, a division of IDACORP (NYSE: IDA), offers broadband solutions that address the special needs of business for reliability, security, and, of course, speed. Our suite of broadband solutions includes Fixed Wireless, DSL, Dedicated T1, Fractional DS3, Frame Relay and ISDN. For more information, please call us at 1.888.419.5284. Velocitus Broadband—What Are You Waiting For? PRIZES: TBA |
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Electronic Commerce 475 14th Street #550 Oakland, CA 94612 Tel: (888) 625-3272 |
The Future of HTML, JAVA & XML (CB 1) What do website developers need to know about future web programming environments? What is the role of XML and JAVA in the future of the internet? XML Overview (Tech 2) An overview of Extensible Markup Language (XML) standards, which enable the exchange of documents between computers. The seminar also covers XML strategies and guidelines. JAVA Overview (Tech 3) An overview of the JAVA scripting language. Exploration of compatibility issues, best uses and best practices. |
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Great Northern Technologies 421 W Riverside Ave Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 534-8077 |
A Guide to E-Commerce Solutions (SS 10,3) Learn what it takes to put together an effective E-commerce web site starting with basic components and tying them all together. Also, discover where you might find these resources. Web Solutions for Office Management (SS 2) Use the Internet as an intranet to manage your office and staff. Update general office/human resource information and how to effectively manage a geographically disbursed office. PRIZES: 1 Yr Web Hosting ($360); |
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Ghost 12128 N Division PMB#167 Spokane, WA 99218 Tel: (509) 499-2355 |
Outsourcing 101 (SS 9,11,1) WHAT is outsourcing? WHO can take advantage of it? WHY does outsourcing save money? WHEN to consider outsourcing. HOW can my company outsource for FREE? PRIZES: (2) Three Hours of Consulting ($225ea) |
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COMSTOR 2219 N Dickery Rd Spokane, WA 99212 Tel: (509) 534-5080 |
Exhibitor – Document Management Providing information management solutions that draw on our 25 years of experience in helping businesses manage their most valuable asset, information and the corporate knowledge it represents. COMSTOR offers document management services that allow your company to eliminate filing cabinets and free up valuable computer space. PRIZES: Gift Certificate to Luna ($70); $300 Scan to CD plus Two Hrs Consulting ($500) |
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Output Technology 2310 N Fancher Rd Spokane, WA 99212 Tel: (509) 533-1267 |
Exhibitor When reliability, hi-speed, and durability are vital, choose OUTPUT TECHNOLOGY continuous form printers for your business-critical printing needs. PRIZES: (2) OTC Printer Discount Coupons ($75ea) |
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Verizon Wireless 111 W North River Dr #100 Spokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 327-3135 |
Exhibitor PRIZES: TBA |
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PC Open, Inc 328 E Sprague Spokane, WA 99202 Tel: (509) 777-6736 |
Exhibitor – Computer Hardware Institutional provider of Technology, including PCs, Servers, and Digital Video security systems. PRIZES: AOpen 16X DVD-ROM ($150) AOpen 12x10x32 CD-Rewriter ($200) |
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Omni Graphics Center 7905 Meadowlark Way Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814 Tel: (208) 772-9531 |
Exhibitor – Promotional & Display Graphics Custom printing & services, electronic imaging, specialty advertising. Nimlok Display Systems dealer. PRIZES: (1) Shaeffer Pen ($165) 10 % Off Nimlok Booth (up to $600) |
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ECI 10318 North US Highway 95 Hayden Lake, ID 83835 Tel: (208) 772-4044 |
Exhibitor – Embroidered Corporate Image PRIZES: (4) Your Logo Digitized for Embroidery ($100ea) |
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Electronic Transfer 3107 E Mission Spokane, WA 99202 Tel: (509) 924-6730 |
Exhibitor – Credit Card Processing If you have customers who order over the internet, Electronic Credit card processing can increase your sales potential by 75 million customers in the U.S. Industry analysts estimate that 3 out of 4 people use a credit card for their online orders. PRIZES: TBA |
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Inland Massage 111 E Magnesium Rd #F Spokane, WA 99208 Tel: (509) 465-3033 |
Massages for Weary Conference-Goers PRIZES: Massage Certificates ($ea) |
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Spokane Regional 1020 W Riverside Ave Spokane, WA 99210 Tel: (509) 624-1393 |
Host / Exhibitor The Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce is the largest chamber in the Inland Northwest, with over 1700 business members representing more than 100,000 residents. Our membership represents the broad spectrum of businesses in our region. Every major industry sector is well represented in the Chamber membership. |
