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SUMMARY:Financial Tools (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION: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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nClass will be held virtually via videoconferencing platform\, and be held in 3 sessions over three weeks\, for a total of 7.5 hours of training. \nClass Price: $75  \nDate: Begins Wednesday\, September 9 and will meet every Wednesday until September 23 \nTime: 10AM to 12:30PM \nFacilitator:  \n \nVeronica Edwards is a Certified Public Accountant\, Chartered Global Management Accountant and QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor. A graduate of UNC Charlotte earning a BS of Science in Accounting as well as earning a MS in Accounting from GA Southern University. Prior to opening Balanced Virtually Veronica was employed with PricewaterhouseCoopers\, Newell Rubbermaid\, and Milwaukee Electric Tool in various roles that provided experience in financial reporting\, forecasting\, budgeting\, and auditing. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-virtual-class/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200602T163000
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with Audra Gaiziunas (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION: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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nClass will be held virtually via videoconferencing platform\, and be held in 3 sessions over three weeks\, for a total of 7.5 hours of training. \nClass Price: $75  \nDate: Begins Tuesday\, June 02 and will meet every Tuesday until June 16 \nTime: 2PM to 4:30PM \n \nFacilitator: Audra Gaiziunas is the CEO of Bhramari Brewing Company and Owner of Brewed For Her Ledger. She has extensive experience in accounting and finance with not-for-profits\, small business\, manufacturing (specifically craft beverage) and retail. Over the past 11 years she has worked with 200+ breweries and has served as Bhramari’s CEO since September 2016. Teaching small business owners financial literacy is her passion. She holds degrees in accounting & biz mgmt and an MBA from UNC-Chapel Hill.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-with-audra-gaiziunas-virtual-class/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20191217T234029Z
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SUMMARY:CLASS FULL (Waitlist Available) Financial Tools: Wednesdays\, Apr 01-Apr15 (Completed in 3 Classes)
DESCRIPTION:***This workshop is now full. Please sign up for the Waitlist below. \nPlease Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks class. \nClass Price: $75  \nDate: Begins Wednesday\, March 18 and will meet every Wednesday until April 1 \nTime: 9AM to 11:30AM \nFinancial 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nClass will meet three times over three weeks\, for a total of 7.5hrs of training. \nFacilitator: TBA \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Millie Smith at millie@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n  \nSign up for the Financial Tools Waitlist »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-wednesdays-mar-18-apr-01-completed-in-3-classes/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks\, 153 S Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20191211T180956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T170240Z
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SUMMARY:CLASS FULL (Waitlist Available): Introduction to QuickBooks with Anna Priest
DESCRIPTION:***This workshop is now full. Please sign up for the Waitlist below. \nPlease note: participants are highly encouraged to take the Financial Tools class prior to QuickBooks in order to fully benefit from the course. \nClass Price: $75  \nDate: Begins Wednesday\, February 26 – March 04 \nTime: 6PM to 9PM \nGet started using QuickBooks for your small business.  Learn how to set up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigate the home page\, and use QuickBooks lists and forms.   \nWe will cover how to use the online version only of QuickBooks. If you would like assistance with the desktop version\, we have one-on-one business coaching services available.   \nParticipants are encouraged to bring their own laptops\, but Mountain BizWorks can provide a limited number of laptops during the class. \nClass will meet two times over two weeks\, for a total of 6 hours of training. \n \nFacilitator: Anna Priest\, a lifelong Asheville native and graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill\, discovered a unique passion for financial advising through her different career paths. Most notably\, Anna has been an Environmental Scientist (www.altamontenvironmental.com) and Science Museum Executive Director (www.ashevillescience.org). Science and math have always been an enjoyable source of exploration and discovery for Anna. However\, she recognizes that numbers are not for everyone. Anna enjoys helping her clients and students to learn tools to problem solve and make smart financial decisions for their businesses and organizations. \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Millie Smith at millie@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n  \nSign up for the Quickbooks Waitlist »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-with-anna-priest/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
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SUMMARY:CLASS FULL (Waitlist Available) Financial Tools: Wednesdays\, Jan 29-Feb 12 (Completed in 3 Classes)
DESCRIPTION:***This workshop is now full. Please sign up for the Waitlist below. \nPlease Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks class. \nClass Price: $75  \nDate: Begins Wednesday\, January 29 and will meet every Wednesday until February 12 \nTime: 5:30PM to 8PM \nFinancial 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nClass will meet three times over three weeks\, for a total of 7.5hrs of training. \n \nFacilitator: Anna Priest\, a lifelong Asheville native and graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill\, discovered a unique passion for financial advising through her different career paths. Most notably\, Anna has been an Environmental Scientist (www.altamontenvironmental.com) and Science Museum Executive Director (www.ashevillescience.org). Science and math have always been an enjoyable source of exploration and discovery for Anna. However\, she recognizes that numbers are not for everyone. Anna enjoys helping her clients and students to learn tools to problem solve and make smart financial decisions for their businesses and organizations. \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Millie Smith at millie@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n  \nSign up for the Financial Tools Waitlist »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-wednesdays-jan-29-feb-12-completed-in-3-classes/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191014T153000
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SUMMARY:CLASS FULL (Waitlist Available) Financial Tools: Mondays\, Oct 14-28 (Completed in 3 Classes)
DESCRIPTION:***This workshop is now full. Please sign up for the Waitlist below. \nPlease Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nClass Price: $45  \nDate: Begins Monday Oct 14\, and will meet every Monday until Oct 28 \nTime: 1PM to 3:30PM \nFinancial 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nClass will meet three times over three weeks\, for a total of 7.5hrs of training. \nSign up for the Financial Tools Waitlist »\n \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Millie Smith at millie@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-oct-14th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190717T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with Barry Gupton
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is helpful in order to benefit from taking the QuickBooks class. \nFinancial Tools Workshop Rate: $45 (covers both days of class)* \nDate and Time:  Wednesdays mornings July 17 & 24 for 9am to 12:30pm (meets both days for a total of 7 hours of training). \nLearn 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nInstructor: Barry Gupton \nBarry is a Western NC native and received an MBA from Western Carolina University. He worked in the management of a multi-generation family owned construction firm for 10+years\, before stepping away to launch start-up businesses in both Agriculture and Real Estate. He has worked with entrepreneurs across the Carolinas over the past 6 years as a business coach as well as an instructor in Business Planning\, Finance\, Accounting and QuickBooks courses. Barry is also fluent in Spanish and is passionate about supporting small business owners in both Spanish and English. \nPlease contact Kareen Boncales\,  kareen@mountainbizworks.org (828) 253-2834 ext. 27 if you have any questions about this course.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-with-barry-gupton-2/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with Barry Gupton
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is helpful in order to benefit from taking the QuickBooks class. \nFinancial Tools Workshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nDate and Time:  Tuesday mornings\, Feb 12th & 19th at 9:00am to 12:30pm   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nInstructor: Barry Gupton \nBarry is a Western NC native and received an MBA from Western Carolina University. He worked in the management of a multi-generation family owned construction firm for 10+years\, before stepping away to launch start-up businesses in both Agriculture and Real Estate. He has worked with entrepreneurs across the Carolinas over the past 6 years as a business coach as well as an instructor in Business Planning\, Finance\, Accounting and QuickBooks courses. Barry is also fluent in Spanish and is passionate about supporting small business owners in both Spanish and English. \nPlease contact Kareen Boncales\,  kareen@mountainbizworks.org (828) 253-2834 ext. 27 if you have any questions about this course.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-with-barry-gupton/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190124T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20181228T221032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T165525Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks with Barry Gupton
DESCRIPTION:We also have a Financial Tools course which is helpful to take in conjunction with QuickBooks\, but not required. \nThis class meets for three consecutive classes held on Thursdays January\, 24\, 31 and February 7th  from 5:30pm-8:30pm. \nCourse fee:  $120 \n**Scholarships are available to lower the cost of the course (Please contact Kareen Boncales\,  kareen@mountainbizworks.org (828) 253-2834 ext. 27 for more information) \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \nInstructor:  Barry Gupton \nBarry is a Western NC native and received an MBA from Western Carolina University.  He worked in the management of a multi-generation family owned construction firm for 10+years\, before stepping away to launch start-up businesses in both Agriculture and Real Estate.  He has worked with entrepreneurs across the Carolinas over the past 6 years as a business coach as well as an instructor in Business Planning\, Finance\, Accounting and QuickBooks courses.  Barry is also fluent in Spanish and is passionate about supporting small business owners in both Spanish and English. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-with-barry-gupton/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181204T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181204T204500
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180924T182447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T172225Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Financial Tools with Anna Priest Tuesday Evenings 5:15pm to 8:45pm
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  December 4th & 11th 5:15pm to 8:45pm   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nPlease contact Kareen Boncales\,  kareen@mountainbizworks.org (828) 253-2834 ext. 27 if you have any questions about this course. \n\n\n\n\nAnna Priest\, a lifelong Asheville native and graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill\, discovered a unique passion for financial advising through her different career paths. Most notably\, Anna has been an Environmental Scientist (www.altamontenvironmental.com) and Science Museum Executive Director (www.ashevillescience.org). Science and math have always been an enjoyable source of exploration and discovery for Anna. However\, she recognizes that numbers are not for everyone. Anna now has her own bookkeeping and financial coaching business (www.ashevillebookkeep.com) and enjoys helping her clients and students to learn tools to problem solve and make smart financial decisions for their businesses and organizations.  
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-with-anna-priest-tuesday-evenings-515pm-to-845pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180914T195635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T172511Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks with John Bonham October 16\, 23\, & 30
DESCRIPTION:We also have a Financial Tools course which is helpful to take prior to QuickBooks\, but not required. \nThis class meets 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on Tuesdays October 16\, 23\, & 30  from 9am to 12:00pm. \nCourse fee:  $120 \n**Scholarships are available to lower the cost of the course (Please contact Kareen Boncales\,  kareen@mountainbizworks.org (828) 253-2834 ext. 27 for more information) \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \nInstructor:  John Bonham \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. He also is a Mountain BizWorks facilitator for the financial series workshops. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value-Added Producer Grant program.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-with-john-bonham-october-16-23-30/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181002T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180914T195343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T153320Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with John Bonham Tuesdays\, October 2nd & 9th (Postponed)
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  October 2 & 9 from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nPlease contact Kareen Boncales\,  kareen@mountainbizworks.org (828) 253-2834 ext. 27 if you have any questions about this course.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-with-john-bonham-tuesdays-october-2nd-9th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180821T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180627T134225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T212333Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools: Tuesday Mornings\, August 21st & 28th
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  August 21st and 28th from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-wednesday-mornings-august-21st-28th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180724T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180627T133507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180627T133554Z
UID:10001872-1532422800-1532435400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools: Tuesdays\, July 24th & 31st
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  July 24th & 31st from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-tuesdays-july-24th-31st/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180425T160012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T164546Z
UID:10001693-1525770000-1525780800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks  (3 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:We also have a Financial Tools course which is helpful to take prior to QuickBooks\, but not required. \nThis class meets 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on Tuesdays May 8th\, 15th\, & 22nd  from 9am to 12:00pm. \nCourse fee:  $120 \n**Scholarships are available to lower the cost of the course (Please contact Jill@mountainbizworks.org for more information) \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \nInstructor:  John Bonham \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. He also is a Mountain BizWorks facilitator for the financial series workshops. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value-Added Producer Grant program.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-3-sessions-2/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180417T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180220T204325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180627T200707Z
UID:10001832-1523955600-1523968200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools (Completed in 2 Classes): April 17th and 24th
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  April 17th and 24th from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n  \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-completed-in-2-classes-april-17th-and-24th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180220T203934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180220T203934Z
UID:10001830-1521709200-1521721800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools (Completed in 2 Classes): March 22nd and 29th
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  March 22nd and 29th from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n  \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-completed-in-2-classes-march-22nd-and-29th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180301T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20171113T201352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T202204Z
UID:10001662-1519894800-1519905600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks  (3 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:We also have a Financial Tools course which is helpful to take prior to QuickBooks\, but not required. \nThis class meets 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on Thursdays March 1st\, 8th & 15th from 9am to 12:00pm. \nCourse fee:  $120 \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \n  \nInstructor:  John Bonham \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. He also is a MBW facilitator for the financial series workshops. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-3-sessions/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180220T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20171218T200042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T201426Z
UID:10001790-1519117200-1519129800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools (Completed in 2 Classes):   February 20th & 27th
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is recommended before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate: $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  Tuesdays February 20th & 27th  9am to 12:30pm \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n  \nInstructor:  John Bonham \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. He also is a MBW facilitator for the financial series workshops. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \n  \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-completed-in-2-classes-february-20th-27th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20180220T205344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180220T205344Z
UID:10001835-1519117200-1519128000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks (3 sessions): May 8\, 15\, & 22
DESCRIPTION:We also have a Financial Tools course which is helpful to take prior to QuickBooks\, but not required. \nThis class meets 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on May\, 8th\, 15th\, & 22nd from 9am to 12:00pm. \nCourse fee:  $120 \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \n  \nInstructor:  John Bonham \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. He also is a MBW facilitator for the financial series workshops. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-3-sessions-may-8-15-22/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20171218T194919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T201420Z
UID:10001788-1516698000-1516710600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools (Completed in 2 Classes):  January 23rd and 30th
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is recommended before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate: $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  Tuesdays January 23rd & 30th 9am to 12:30pm \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n  \nInstructor:  John Bonham \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. He also is a MBW facilitator for the financial series workshops. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \n  \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-2-class-series-january-23rd-and-30th/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20171113T203702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171113T203702Z
UID:10001666-1513094400-1513105200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Pricing for Profit - A Workshop for Farm & Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Financial success in business rarely comes by accident\, this seminar focuses on learning and using basic business financial planning and analysis techniques that are vital in creating profitability for farming enterprises. We will learn and apply techniques\, such as determining your cost structure\, evaluating revenue streams\, creating break-even analysis’ and factors to take into consideration when pricing your products. Most of all we will learn how digging into the numbers can be enlightening and fun! Led by Barry Gupton\, Mountain Bizworks Financial Planning Coach. \n$20 per person\, includes a light meal \nRegister on ASAP’s website here 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/pricing-for-profit-a-workshop-for-farm-food-businesses/
LOCATION:ASAP Headquarters\, 306 West Haywood Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series,Local Food & Farming Initiatives
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.5916321;-82.563762
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ASAP Headquarters 306 West Haywood Street Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=306 West Haywood Street:geo:-82.563762,35.5916321
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20170720T210522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171017T194057Z
UID:10001773-1509008400-1509019200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks with Barry Gupton (3 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:We also have a Financial Tools course which is helpful to take prior to QuickBooks\, but not required. \nThis class meets 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on Thursdays October 26th\, November 2nd & 9th from 9am to 12:00pm. \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \n  \nAbout Your Instructor: \nBarry Gupton\, QuickBooks Pro Advisor \nBarry has 10+ years of experience in construction management with a family-owned and operated business that has adapted and grown over multiple decades and generations. Barry graduated with an MBA from Western Carolina University and also has experience in property management\, mortgage lending\, and eco-agriculture. He is also a facilitator for Mountain BizWorks . \n  \nCost: $120* \n*A limited number of scholarships are available.  Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-with-barry-gupton-3-sessions/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20170705T195511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T152555Z
UID:10001767-1507194000-1507206600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools October 5th & 12th 9am - 12:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  October 5th and 12th from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nBarry Gupton will be leading this Financial Tools on July 18th and 25th from 9AM to 12:30PM.  This workshop is a two-part series over two weeks.  Financial Tools introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-october-5th-12th-9am-1230pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20170720T172454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T204822Z
UID:10001772-1506416400-1506427200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks with John Bonham (3 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  Understanding the basics of accounting  or taking our Financial Tools course prior to taking QuickBooks is highly recommended.  \nThis class meets Tuesdays 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on Sept 26th\, Oct 3rd\, and Oct 10th. \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks online\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms.  For assistance with QB desktop\, 1:1 coaching is available.  This series is designed for the small business owner. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \nCost: $120*. \n*A limited number of scholarships are available.  Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-with-john-bonham-3-sessions/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20170705T205508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T190821Z
UID:10001771-1505206800-1505219400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools for Small Business:  Sept 12th & 19th 9AM to 12:30PM
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools: September 12th & 19th from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-for-small-business-sept-12th-19th-9am-to-1230pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170817T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
CREATED:20170705T200847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T190746Z
UID:10001769-1502960400-1502973000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools for Small Business- August 17th & 24th from 9AM to 12:30PM
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nFinancial Tools:  Thursday August 17th and 24th from 9AM to 12:30PM.   \nThis workshop is a two-part series that meets for two weeks and introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-for-small-business-august-17th-24th-from-9am-to-1230pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170718T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T193756
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with Barry Gupton July 18th & 25th 9am - 12:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course or an equivalent set of knowledge is required before taking the QuickBooks series. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nBarry Gupton will be leading this Financial Tools on July 18th and 25th from 9AM to 12:30PM.  This workshop is a two-part series over two weeks.  Financial Tools introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n  \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-with-barry-gupton-july-18th-25th-9am-to-1230pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks Desktop with Barry Gupton (3 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Meets Tuesdays 9am-12pm for three consecutive classes held on May 9th\, 16th and 23rd.  \nThis course gets participants started using QuickBooks Desktop\, setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms. This seminar is designed for the small business owner. \nInstructors: Barry Gupton\, QuickBooks Pro Advisor \nCost: $120*. \n*A limited number of scholarships are available.  Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-desktop-with-barry-gupton-3-sessions/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Financial Series
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SUMMARY:Intro to Small Business Accounting with John Bonham (2 sessions 4/25 & 5/2)
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This course was previously called Financial Tools. It is  required before taking the QuickBooks course. \nWorkshop Rate:      $45 (covers both days of class)* \nJohn Bonham will be leading this Financial Tools on April 25th and May 2nd from 9AM to 12:30PM.  This workshop is a 2 part series and is spread out over two weeks to cover all the material.   Financial Tools introduces 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 finances.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports. \n  \nAbout Your Instructor: \nJohn Bonham is a business consultant who provides analysis and solutions to new and growing businesses. John has a master’s in agricultural and applied economics from Virginia Tech. His collective 17 years of experience in finance and economics includes teaching economic classes at A-B Tech and reviewing for the USDA Value Added Producer Grant program. \n*Limited financial need-based scholarships are available. Contact Jill Kichefski at jill@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-class-with-john-bonham-2-sessions-425-52/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
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