• 1 Million Cups AVL

    1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

    Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

    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

    FULL – Orientation Session  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville

    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.

    Money Mondays: Monthly Financial Check-Ins for Creative Entrepreneurs  Virtual

    Virtual Online — Zoom

    Stay grounded, organized, and financially on track with Money Mondays, a monthly group session designed to help you meet your year-end financial goals with clarity and confidence. Led by experienced bookkeeper and accountant Deanna Lynch, these sessions offer expert instruction, practical tools, and space for open discussion and peer support. Whether you’re refining your budget,

    $50

    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

    Series Financieras – En Persona  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Nuestra serie financiera se compone de tres clases que cubren de manera integral las habilidades y herramientas financieras básicas que todo emprendedor necesita para iniciar y administrar un negocio exitoso. Clases incluidas en la Serie Financiera:  Herramientas Financieras - Herramientas financieras le presentará las herramientas para comprender los conceptos básicos de las finanzas comerciales para que

    1 Million Cups AVL

    1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

    Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

    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

    Fundaciones Planeación de Negocios  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Planifique, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios, Fundaciones!  Fecha: La clase se reunirá todos los miércoles a partir del 13 de agosto. Hora: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Ubicación: Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Precio del Curso El costo del curso es de $225 dólares; Tenemos algunas becas parciales que

    NC IDEA Grant Application Hack-a-Thon Fall 2025  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    We're hosting a NC IDEA Grant Application Hack-a-Thon to help aspiring grantees with your NC IDEA MICRO and NC IDEA SEED applications. Local experts from Mountain BizWorks, Hatch Innovation Hub, Impact WNC Fund, North Carolina Biotechnology Center, SBTDC, and Venture Asheville will gather to roll up their sleeves and delve into your application alongside you!

    Free
    1 Million Cups AVL

    1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

    Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

    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

    Craft Your Commerce Makers Mixer  In-Person

    Story Parlor Asheville

    FREE to attend - space is limited, please register ONLY if you plan to attend. Please email leah@mountainbizworks.org to cancel if you will be unable to attend. Join Us for a Creative Meet-Up at Story Parlor! Calling all artists and creatives of Western North Carolina! Come hang out with us for a laid-back evening of

    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.

    1 Million Cups AVL

    1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

    Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

    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

    Craft Your Commerce Connect | Selling With Intention: A Practical Framework for Artist-Led Sales  In-Person

    Center for Craft Asheville

    Workshop Description: This professional development workshop offers a strategic approach to sales for makers and artists. Participants will examine key areas often overlooked in the development of effective sales practices, with a focus on aligning creative integrity with market presence. The session will provide practical tools for refining communication, enhancing customer engagement, and articulating the

  • 1 Million Cups AVL

    1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

    Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

    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

    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