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Spokane Journal of Business Honors Top Businesses at Annual Awards
The 2026 Business of the Year Awards recognized 12 organizations and one individual for growth, success, and innovation.
Mar. 27, 2026 at 3:05am
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The Spokane Journal of Business held its annual Business of the Year Awards ceremony on March 25, 2026, honoring 12 organizations and one individual for their achievements in the past year. The awards recognized businesses and nonprofits across four categories: Small Business, Medium Business, Large Business, and Social Service Nonprofit. The event was accompanied by a special section in the Journal's March 26 issue.
Why it matters
The Business of the Year Awards shine a spotlight on the vibrant business community in the Inland Northwest region, highlighting the growth, innovation, and community impact of local organizations. The awards celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit and resilience of businesses and nonprofits that have navigated the challenges of the past year.
The details
The 2026 winners include Ability Employment Services Inc. for Small Business of the Year, No-Li Brewhouse LLC for Medium Business of the Year, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC for Large Business of the Year, and Maddie's Place for Social Service Nonprofit of the Year. Heather Rosentrater of Avista Corp. was named the 2026 Business Leader of the Year. The event also recognized several finalists in each category.
- The Business of the Year Awards ceremony took place on March 25, 2026.
- The special awards section was published in the Spokane Journal of Business on March 26, 2026.
The players
Spokane Journal of Business
A regional business publication covering the Inland Northwest area.
Ability Employment Services Inc.
A small business that was named the 2026 Small Business of the Year.
No-Li Brewhouse LLC
A medium-sized business that was named the 2026 Medium Business of the Year.
Jubilant HollisterStier LLC
A large business that was named the 2026 Large Business of the Year.
Maddie's Place
A social service nonprofit that was named the 2026 Social Service Nonprofit of the Year.
Heather Rosentrater
The 2026 Business Leader of the Year, who is an executive at Avista Corp.
What they’re saying
“The Journal of Business is recognizing 12 organizations — and one individual — that have demonstrated growth, success, and a spirit of innovation in the last year.”
— Paul Read, Publisher
What’s next
The Spokane Journal of Business plans to hold its 2027 Business of the Year Awards ceremony in March 2027.
The takeaway
The Spokane Journal of Business's annual Business of the Year Awards highlight the resilience, innovation, and community impact of businesses and nonprofits in the Inland Northwest region, showcasing the vibrant local economy and entrepreneurial spirit.
