• Virtual Annual End of the Year Celebration 

    Join us for our annual year-end celebration on Tuesday, December 15 from 5 PM to 6:30 PM.  If 2020 has taught us anything, it's how to be resilient. Although small businesses have struggled over the past year, one silver lining has been our region's ability to come together and support one another. With this event, we want

  • Mountain Raise 2021  Semi-Virtual

    Hi-Wire Brewing - Big Top Asheville

    Celebrate the the 2021 graduates of ScaleUp WNC and Invested program during  the Mountain Raise Live Offering event. Join us for the showcase portion to demo local products, then listen in during the Investment and Crowd Funding live pitches as company owners share investment opportunities that anyone in the room can get a stake in.

  • Financial Planning for Perennials Roundtable/Workshop  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    About this workshop: A farmer-to-farmer workshop and roundtable digging into the financial realities of raising and selling perennial crops, with presentations from two fast-growing local farms operating in very different parts of the marketplace.    What you’ll learn: From ornamentals and berries to fruit trees and medicinal herbs, perennial crops are an attractive way for

  • Future Forward Kickoff: Welcome & Orientation; Setting the Stage for Resilience (Virtual)  Virtual

    Virtual Online — Zoom

    Start strong with clarity and connection. This virtual kickoff event welcomes participants into the Future Forward workshop series with a clear overview of what’s ahead and how to get the most out of the journey. You’ll meet fellow entrepreneurs, explore the program structure, and dive into the key themes of resilience, adaptability, and strategic recovery.

    Future Forward Workshop 2: Know Your Numbers; Financial Reality Check for Recovery  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    This workshop provides a candid look at your financial health through key metrics: liabilities, assets, revenue streams, and accounts receivable. You’ll walk away with a clear financial snapshot that shows where your business stands today—and what that means for recovery. Learn how to assess viability, identify red flags, and build a strong base for growth-oriented

  • Future Forward Workshop 3: Leading Forward; Building Adaptive, Resilient Leadership Teams  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Resilience starts with leadership. This session explores the mindset and skillset leaders need during uncertain times - balancing grit, compassion, clarity, and adaptability. You’ll assess your leadership team’s current strengths, define short- and long-term goals, and create a response structure rooted in resilience. Reflect on your mission and vision, and begin to rebuild your business

    Future Forward Workshop 4: Reimagine & Reinvent; Scenario Planning for a Stronger Business Model  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Ready to rethink your business model? This workshop guides you through scenario planning, business model testing, and customer rediscovery to unlock creative, future-ready strategies. You’ll explore revenue drivers, fulfillment systems, and risk analysis tools to prepare for different market realities. Leave with a refreshed perspective on what’s possible - and how to build toward it.

  • Future Forward Workshop 5: Recovering with Intention; Designing a Lean Financial Strategy  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Strategic recovery requires lean, focused financial planning. This workshop teaches you how to prioritize spending, uncover new revenue opportunities, and develop a practical, fundable strategy. You’ll also examine options for renegotiating debt, engaging capital partners, and making structural financial changes that support long-term resilience. Reclaim financial control and design a recovery that makes sense for

    Future Forward Workshop 6: Plan to Prosper; Setting the Course for Strategic Growth  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Build your strategy into a system with this hands-on quarterly planning workshop. Learn how to define measurable growth goals, set accountability rhythms, and align your leadership team around shared priorities. You’ll also explore the "growth, fulfillment, and innovation engines" that drive sustainable success. This session gives you the structure you need to execute on your

  • Future Forward Workshop 7 : Stronger Together; Building a Purpose-Driven, High-Performing Team  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Your team is your greatest asset - and this session is all about building one that’s aligned, motivated, and ready for what’s next. Learn how to cultivate a values-driven workplace culture, reinforce strategic clarity, and grow leadership at every level. With a strong team and clear mission, your business can weather challenges and thrive. Build

    Future Forward Workshop 8: Secure the Future; Financial Systems for Sustainable Growth  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Resilience means building financial systems that are accurate, adaptive, and scalable. In this session, you’ll learn how to track the right metrics, increase margins, strengthen your cash position, and prepare your business for long-term growth. Explore how to align your financial practices with innovation, scalability, and profitability. Financial security is more than survival - it’s

  • Future Forward Capstone Workshop: Forward by Design; Building Your Resilience Roadmap  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    This culminating session invites participants to step back and look at the full arc of their building resilience journey. Through guided reflection, peer exchange, and strategic planning exercises, they will distill key takeaways from the series and build a customized Resilience Roadmap - a living plan that brings together their assessments, strategies, and next-step goals