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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!
Planifique, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios, Fundaciones! Fecha: La clase se reunirá todos los jueves 8/31 - 10/5 Hora: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Ubicación: Unete, 55 Adams Hill Rd. Asheville, NC 28806 Precio del Curso El costo del curso es de $225 dólares; Tenemos algunas becas parciales
Investing for Creatives: Creative Business Growth, Navigating Transitions and Planning for the Future This ticket gives you access to all four workshops in this series Series Dates: September - October Series Description: Your creativity is your greatest asset, and with the right financial knowledge, you can build a solid foundation that supports your artistic vision and paves
Join us for a virtual interactive 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 Program Coordinator, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
Our Foundations business planning class 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
Join us on Thursday, September 7th from 5-7 p.m., for an informal, in-person gathering of artists and creatives from the Western North Carolina region. This is a relaxed networking event that will begin with a brief introduction and presentation to provide a glimpse of the upcoming 2023 Fall Craft Your Commerce workshop series Investing for
Learn about the process to become a certified B Corp, while connecting with established local B Corps and other like-minded businesses. Leaders from certified B Corps will also answer your questions about their journey toward using their businesses as a force for good. We will also share information on the B Corp movement and
There’s been talk of a looming recession, and seemingly much to fear: inflation, interest rates, bank failures. But do you need to panic? In short: no. Recessions are a normal part of the economic cycle, and they can actually open doors both for investing and for growing your small business. But it’s important to address
Take advantage of a discounted Financial Series Pass. Our Financial Series is made up of two classes that comprehensively cover the basic financial skills and tools that every entrepreneur needs to start and run a successful business. Classes included in the Financial Series: Financial Tools, Sep 12 + 19 - Financial Tools will introduce you
This 2-Day class is the first in our Financial Series. Financial Tools will introduce you to the basic financial management principles that all small business owners should know. Participants will walk away with the tools to understand the basics of business finance so they can make informed decisions on how to organize and manage their business
Save the Date! The 5th Annual Outdoor Economy Conference is September 18-21, 2023 in Cherokee, NC. Tickets are on sale in spring 2023. Click here for more information.
Obtaining a loan for property, equipment or growth can be a complex process. In this session, we will break down the steps involved in securing a loan, including evaluating your financial readiness, preparing loan documentation, understanding loan options, and navigating the application process. You will gain practical tips and strategies to increase your chances of
In this workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping, creating profit and loss statements, and organizing your finances to make informed decisions for your business’s next steps. Key Workshop Topics: Good Bookkeeping Practices: Learn the basics of bookkeeping, including proper record-keeping, categorizing expenses, and tracking income. Profitability Analysis: Discover how to create a profit and
Join us for an interactive 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 Program Coordinator, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
Transitioning out of your business or selling a part of your business can be a complex process. This session will provide guidance on preparing your business for sale, including valuation methods, legal considerations, and marketing strategies. We will also address succession planning, exploring options such as transferring ownership to family members, employee owned, or seeking
This class is the second in our Financial Series. Intro to QuickBooks Online class is designed for those that have little to no experience with QuickBooks Online in recent years. This class meets one time for 2.5 instructional hours total. In this course you will gain an overview of QuickBooks and the different subscription levels,
Get a full picture of what Mountain BizWorks can offer, from foundational tools, finance expertise and learning to scale. RSVP using dates below.
Thu, May 23
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