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SUMMARY:Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientation-session-68/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks\, 153 S Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Orientation Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Book Club | Taxes for Humans by Hannah Cole
DESCRIPTION:Join author Hannah Cole for a two-part discussion of her new book\, Taxes for Humans. As both a tax expert and an artist\, Hannah excels at demystifying taxes for anyone\, but especially for creative people. If you’ve ever found yourself wanting a simple\, kind\, and practical explanation of how to handle your taxes as a self-employed person\, this book is for you. \nMeeting dates: \n\nTuesday\, February 3rd\, 5:00-7:00 pm\, in-person at the Center for Craft\nTuesday\, February 24th\, 12:00 – 2:00pm\, virtual via Zoom\n\nAbout the Book: \n“Equal parts empathetic and practical\, Taxes for Humans is a handbook for tackling the tax-season-scaries\, written specifically for people who are self-employed. Provides essential tax education for those pushed to the back of the financial line in America\, including women\, queer people\, and BIPOC folks\, this book provides the practical tools people need to understand their taxes\, conquer their fear of finances\, bulk up on tax benefits\, and end the tax season stronger\, smarter\, and more tax-savvy than ever–without sacrificing their sanity.” \nAbout the Author/Facilitator: \nHannah Cole is a tax expert who specializes in working with creative businesses and mission-driven solopreneurs. A long-time working artist herself\, she’s helped tens of thousands of self-employed people skill up with accessible tax and money education\, through her Money Bootcamp program\, speaking engagements from Florida to Alaska\, and on the Sunlight Tax podcast. She is the founder of Sunlight Tax.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-book-club-taxes-for-humans-by-hannah-cole/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Michael Sherrill Loft\, 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/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Hatch Innovation Hub\, 45 S French Broad Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T125957
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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/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Hatch Innovation Hub\, 45 S French Broad Avenue\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T090000
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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/2026-02-18/
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/2026-02-25/
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 | The Experimenter's Guide to Goals: Small Shifts\, Real Momentum
DESCRIPTION:Traditional goal-setting rarely fits the creative entrepreneur’s reality. This workshop introduces mindset shifts and practical tools tailored to makers and craft-based business owners. You’ll leave with a menu of small experiments you can put into practice immediately—so you can build momentum in a way that supports both your creativity and your business growth. \nWhat You’ll Gain in This Workshop: \nYou’ll leave with: \n\nMindset shifts that make goals feel energizing\, not overwhelming\nA personalized approach to goal-setting that fits your strengths and season of life\nSmall\, low-stakes experiments to clarify what actually works for you\nTools to overcome internal blocks and build momentum without pressure\nA repeatable process for refining goals with clarity\, intention\, and self-trust\n\nInstructor Bio: \nAnnie Woods is an Immigrant\, Writer\, and Transformational Leadership Coach with 13 years of supporting CEOs. Enneagram certified\, IFS-informed\, and trauma-aware.\nwww.anniepwoods.com\nwww.substack.com/anniepwoods
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-the-experimenters-guide-to-goals-small-shifts-real-momentum/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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