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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups AVL
DESCRIPTION: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 help each other grow. \nEvery Wednesday from 9am – 10am\, community members gather in Hatch’s event space for a 6-minute business presentation from a local founder followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. \nWe recommend 1 Million Cups to everyone\, especially those who are new to WNC’s entrepreneurial community.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/1-million-cups-avl/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:Hatch Innovation Hub\, 45 S French Broad Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups AVL
DESCRIPTION: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 help each other grow. \nEvery Wednesday from 9am – 10am\, community members gather in Hatch’s event space for a 6-minute business presentation from a local founder followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. \nWe recommend 1 Million Cups to everyone\, especially those who are new to WNC’s entrepreneurial community.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/1-million-cups-avl/2025-02-12/
LOCATION:Hatch Innovation Hub\, 45 S French Broad Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:FULL - Foundations Business Planning Class
DESCRIPTION:Our Foundations business planning class helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory\, supportive learning environment.\nJoin 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 their business operations\, financials\, research and development\, and marketing strategies. They will leave the course with a comprehensive business plan\, a clear vision for their business\, and concrete tasks for future work. \nThroughout the class\, emphasis will be placed on developing the social capital of the group. Participants will be encouraged to gather feedback from their peers\, creating a strong network of deep support and synergy. For more info\, visit the Foundations Business Planning overview page. \nFor questions\, contact Holly Rivers\, holly@mountainbizworks.org. \nRegistration\nComplete our online registration form to hold your seat in the class of your choice.  We will follow up with you within a few days. You are welcome to contact us with any follow-up questions or ask about the status of your request. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/foundations-business-planning-class-avl-3/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,In-Person,Learn
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SUMMARY:Financial Series
DESCRIPTION:What is covered:\nFinancial 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.  \nAccounting Software – this class uses the accounting platform Quickbooks to provide an overview of online software\, the different subscription levels\, and will teach you how to navigate the dashboard and explore the reporting feature to generate reports that can be customized to your needs. When you complete this class\, you’ll know the best ways to get around\, enter day-to-day transactions\, get the information you need out of accounting software\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions.  \nCost: $60 \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-series-virtual-7/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Event,Financial Series,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T090000
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups AVL
DESCRIPTION: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 help each other grow. \nEvery Wednesday from 9am – 10am\, community members gather in Hatch’s event space for a 6-minute business presentation from a local founder followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. \nWe recommend 1 Million Cups to everyone\, especially those who are new to WNC’s entrepreneurial community.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/1-million-cups-avl/2025-02-19/
LOCATION:Hatch Innovation Hub\, 45 S French Broad Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect: Website Framework and Best Practices with Cami Leisk
DESCRIPTION:This 2-hour session with website strategist Cami Leisk will help you create a more effective and user-friendly website and ecommerce layout. Cami will cover key principles of navigation and website flow\, giving you a solid framework to design or redesign your online presence. \nThe session includes opportunities for partnered discussions\, where you’ll exchange ideas and gain clarity on what you want for your website. Whether you’re starting fresh or refining an existing site\, this workshop will equip you with practical tools to make your website work better for your business.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-website-framework-and-best-practices-with-cami-leisk/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups AVL
DESCRIPTION: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 help each other grow. \nEvery Wednesday from 9am – 10am\, community members gather in Hatch’s event space for a 6-minute business presentation from a local founder followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. \nWe recommend 1 Million Cups to everyone\, especially those who are new to WNC’s entrepreneurial community.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/1-million-cups-avl/2025-02-26/
LOCATION:Hatch Innovation Hub\, 45 S French Broad Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Partner Events
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