Join Mountain BizWorks for Mountain Raise 2025, its annual “barn raising” for the WNC local economy. This year’s event is November 13 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Highland Brewing…
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North Carolina General Assembly Approves Longer Runway for Business Recovery
The North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) approved more flexible relief terms for the WNC Strong: Helene Business Recovery Fund, extending the one-percent interest rate and interest-only payment window from 12…
Government Shutdown Update: October 1, 2025
In light of the government shutdown today, October 1, we want to offer updates regarding Mountain BizWorks lending: Loans that require SBA or federal guarantees will be delayed during the…
From Executive Director Matt Raker: Western North Carolina’s Recovery Hinges on Small Businesses
A year ago, Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina. Nearly every small business in the region was affected. Today, as recovery continues, these entrepreneurs—our neighbors—are still carrying the weight of…
Mountain BizWorks Awarded $3,580,000 to Support Long-Term Small Business Recovery
One year post-Hurricane Helene, Mountain BizWorks is pleased to announce new investments in regional, long-term small business recovery. Gifts of $1.4 million from the North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF) Disaster…
Meet the Dreamer: Kwadwo Som-Pimpong of Crafted Glory
Kwadwo Som-Pimpong of Crafted Glory purchased his first home in 2015. One surprise for the first-time buyer? “It never occurred to me that the furniture wouldn’t come with the house,”…
