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Welcome to the full calendar of events including business courses, classes, workshops, conferences and special events that we facilitate year-round in support of the entrepreneurial community of our region. Get a full overview of everything we offer at our next free orientation session. Also sign up to get updates in your inbox!
Join a free webinar hosted by Mountain BizWorks and the Small Business Center Network to hear from local business owners about how they’re using these funds to fuel their recovery. The WNC Strong Helene Business Recovery Fund is available for small businesses like yours through June 30, 2025. These state-sponsored recovery funds can do things
Pitch parties are no-pressure open mic nights where you can fine-tune your pitch, get valuable feedback, and mingle with like-minded individuals in a relaxed atmosphere. It's not just about pitching; it's about connecting with the vibrant entrepreneurial community of WNC. Don't have a pitch? No problem! Be an audience member!
1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and
Do you want more ideal clients? This workshop will teach you how to get clear on your Dream clients, where to find them, and how to better connect with them. Key Takeaways: Clarity around your Dream Client (hint: it might not be your existing one) Where to find your people online and offline Connection and
GRINDFest 2025: Rebuilding is Everybody’s Business 📅 Every Weekend in May | 📍 Asheville, NC Note: GrindFest Day is May 24 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at 16 Fernihursst Drive. Join us for an unforgettable month-long celebration of culture, entrepreneurship, and community! GrindFest 2025 is bigger than ever—taking over Asheville every Saturday and Sunday in May with high-energy
Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start, grow, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Coordinator, Amanda Ross, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and
Our Foundations business planning course helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment. Join a cohort of aspiring and existing entrepreneurs to gain an aerial perspective of your vision and the comprehensive business skills necessary to help bring your visions into reality. Participants will gain a clear aerial perspective of
Ready to Market Your Business? Start Here! You’ve got a product or service you’re excited to share with the world—but how do you get the word out? With so many marketing options available, it can feel overwhelming to create a strategy that’s both effective and affordable. Join us for a 6-week course that will help
1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and
What is covered: Financial Tools - Financial Tools will introduce you to the tools to understand the basics of business finance so you can make informed decisions on how to organize and manage your business finances. Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating, understanding and using financial statements and reports. Accounting Software - this class
1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and
1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and
1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and
Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start, grow, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Manager, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
Get a full picture of what Mountain BizWorks can offer, from foundational tools, finance expertise and learning to scale. RSVP using dates below.
Tue, May 27
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