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SUMMARY:ScaleUp Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ScaleUp is an intensive cohort-based program for existing WNC small businesses with strong growth potential. ScaleUp provides mentorship\, management training\, growth capital connections\, and other critical resources to help companies achieve sustained growth and contribute to the small business-led economic development of our WNC communities. Apply by 2/9/24!
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/scaleup-application-deadline/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,ScaleUp
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SUMMARY:FULL & CLOSED Marketing & Branding Essentials (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:You have a product or a service to sell. You are ready to tell the world about it. But\, how? With so many ways to market your business\, it can be overwhelming to a small business owner to select and create a marketing strategy that is both effective and affordable.  \nJoin marketing and branding expert Murphy Funkhouser\, owner of BrandStage Consulting\, for this 6-week master class on the basic principles of branding (establishing market comprehension and affinity for your business) and marketing (which tools to use to attract and convert customers). The class will cover the basics of marketing strategy and tactics. It also includes multiple hands-on opportunities for you to brainstorm and write your very own marketing plan and develop the fundamentals of your brand such as website copy\, social media messaging and aesthetic. You will walk away from this class with tangible tools you can use to market your business today and to\, eventually\, become an enduring and memorable brand! This class is ideal for new business owners or for business owners who have only a rudimentary understanding of how to market their product or service. \nThis course is best for:\n \n1) Businesses that have an established/well formulated business model or concept\n2) Businesses that are ready to bring their product to market\n3) Businesses that are ready to learn the basics of marketing and branding in order to formulate a practical (and tactical!) marketing plan\n4) Strongly Recommended but Not Required: Completion of Foundations Course or some business coaching prior to signing up for course\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/marketing-branding-essentials-5/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Course,Learn,Marketing,Online
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T161531Z
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SUMMARY:FULL & CLOSED - Foundations Business Planning Class (In-Person)
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-in-person/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T203000
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SUMMARY:Fundaciones Planeación de Negocios - Cupo completo
DESCRIPTION:Planifique\, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios\, Fundaciones! \nFecha: La clase se reunirá todos los lunes a partir del 24 de enero. \nHora: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nUbicación:  Oficina de Mountain BizWorks; 153 S. Lexington Ave.\, Asheville\, Carolina del Norte 28801 \nPrecio del Curso\nEl costo del curso es de $225 dólares; Tenemos algunas becas parciales que están disponibles para las personas que necesitan ayuda. Se requiere de un depósito mínimo de 50% del total al momento de la inscripción para reservar su lugar. Hay disponibilidad de proporcionarle un plan de pago si su situación lo requiere. Le enviaremos un correo electrónico con instrucciones para saber cuales son los siguientes pasos. Esperamos que aproveche esta oportunidad y no deje que el dinero sea un obstáculo para ser parte de la clase de Fundaciones.  \nEn Mountain Bizwork\, valoramos las conexiones y relaciones humanas que se desarrollan a través de conocerlo y comprender mejor su negocio y situación actual. Se incluirá un enlace de pago en su correo electrónico de confirmación\, pero también le invitamos a que se comunique con nosotros a través de correo electrónico o llamarnos directamente. \n \nInformación de Becas\nSi vive en la ciudad de Asheville o en el WNC rural y tiene ingresos bajos a moderados\, puede calificar para una beca. Complete el formulario de registro en línea y acceda a la solicitud de beca dentro del formulario. Cada clase tiene un número limitado de becas disponibles por orden de llegada.  \n \nHorario de Clase\nSi no tiene acceso a una computadora\, Mountain BizWorks puede prestarle una computadora portátil para la clase. Para solicitar una computadora portátil\, envíe un correo electrónico jenny@mountainbizworks.org \nNos reuniremos el mismo día y hora puntual a las 5:30 PM. Favor de llegar temprano cada semana durante seis semanas. Se recomienda asistir a todas las clases para no quedarse atrás en ninguno de los materiales.  \nLa 1era sesión de Fundaciones es requerida\, pero si tiene un conflicto de horario en el que perderá cualquier otra clase\, requerimos que nos avise con tiempo. Avísale a Jenny. Si pierde alguna clase le apoyaremos con enviarle el material de la sesión para que en su tiempo individual pueda ponerse al tanto de las tareas y esté listo en la siguiente sesión. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fundaciones-planeacion-de-negocios-7/
LOCATION:Unete\, 55 Adams Hill Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,En Espanol,Event,Fundaciones,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T180446Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Series (In Person)
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/intro-to-business-financials/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Event,Financial Series,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240109T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240109T123000
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SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class (Virtual) - FULL & CLOSED
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. \n  \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-virtual/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Event,Foundations Business Planning,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022004Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:This class is the second in our Financial Series.  \nIntro to QuickBooks Online class is designed for those that have little to no experience with QuickBooks Online in recent years. This class meets one time for 2.5 instructional hours total. \nIn this course you will gain an overview of QuickBooks and the different subscription levels\, learn how to navigate the dashboard and explore the reporting feature to generate reports that can be customized to your needs. You’ll learn the best ways to get around\, enter day-to-day transactions\, get the information you need out of QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions. \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration.  \nClass Price: $25  \nDate: Friday\, December 15th \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm \nWe strongly recommend taking the Financial Tools Class as a pre-requisite to the Intro to QuickBooks Online class. Take advantage of a Series Pass to attend both Financial Tools and QuickBooks Online for a discount. \nFollowing this class\, you can get tailored support via Mountain BizWorks’ one-on-one Business Coaching services.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/intro-to-quickbooks-6/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series,Online,Quickbooks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230621T144722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T162201Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Series - CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of a discounted Financial Series Pass.\nOur Financial Series is made up of two classes that comprehensively cover the basic financial skills and tools that every entrepreneur needs to start and run a successful business. \n \nClasses included in the Financial Series:\nFinancial Tools\, Dec 1 + Dec 8 – 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.  \nIntro to QuickBooks Online\, Dec 15– this class provides an overview of QuickBooks and 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 QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions.  \nFinancial Series Pass: $60 \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-series-18/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Financial Series,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T190043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T164405Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools - CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:This 2-Day class is the first in our Financial Series.  \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 be held virtually via videoconferencing platform\, and be held over two sessions in two weeks\, for a total of 5 hours of training. \nClass Price: $50  \nDates:\nDay 1 – Friday\, Dec 1 \nDay 2 – Friday\, Dec 8 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration. Please email holly@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \nWe recommend following up the Financial Tools Class with the Intro to QuickBooks Online class. Take advantage of a Financial Series Pass to attend both Financial Tools and QuickBooks Online for a discount. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-12/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Financial Series,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230712T193136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T200252Z
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SUMMARY:Alpine
DESCRIPTION:The Alpine Course is designed to support founders of businesses that have been operating for at least one year.\n\n \nAlpine will give you the opportunity to explore your options by assessing where you have been through financial\, marketing and customer analytics along with revisiting your mission\, vision\, and values\, as well as peer to peer support. This course will help you ideate new ways of doing business\, create a deep understanding of your financials and what they mean\, and examine your customer segment through a variety of exercises and conversations. We will re-connect with your why and help you imagine new short and long term goals to grow and sustain your business.\n \nDuring this 5-week course provides\, you will get up and out of your day-to-day operations and regain an aerial perspective of where you have been\, where you are now\, and where your business is headed in a peer-to-peer learning environment.\n\n \nThis course will build on the core concepts of our popular Foundations Business Planning course while also assisting entrepreneurs in determining whether our ScaleUp WNC program may be a good fit for them in the future.  \n\n \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/alpine-4/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Alpine,Class,Course,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20231025T164609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T182134Z
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SUMMARY:Community Think Tank Meeting on “Moving Food”
DESCRIPTION:We know that transportation and distribution of farm and food products is a key problem for our region\, and need you to share your experiences and thoughts so that we can identify these issues\, find ways to address them\, and build up a truly thriving local food system. \n  \nSpecial Guests: \nAndrea Duvall – Mother Earth Food \nSandi Kronick and team – Happy Dirt \nKathryn Beattie – Leading Green \nRon Ainspan – Mountain Food Products \nDanielle Hutchison & Steven Beltram – Tend Well Farms
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/community-think-tank-meeting-on-local-food-distribution/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Small Business Center Enka Campus\, 1465 Sand Hill Road\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appalachian Grown Farm Business Initiative,Class,Course,Event,Growth Initiative,In-Person,Learn,Legal Workshop,Local Food & Farming Initiatives,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231102T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231102T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230621T153319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T200426Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class - FULL
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. \n  \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-26/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230711T180553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T200106Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing & Branding Essentials - FULL
DESCRIPTION:You have a product or a service to sell. You are ready to tell the world about it. But\, how? With so many ways to market your business\, it can be overwhelming to a small business owner to select and create a marketing strategy that is both effective and affordable.  \nJoin marketing and branding expert Murphy Funkhouser\, owner of BrandStage Consulting\, for this 6-week master class on the basic principles of branding (establishing market comprehension and affinity for your business) and marketing (which tools to use to attract and convert customers). The class will cover the basics of marketing strategy and tactics. It also includes multiple hands-on opportunities for you to brainstorm and write your very own marketing plan and develop the fundamentals of your brand such as website copy\, social media messaging and aesthetic. You will walk away from this class with tangible tools you can use to market your business today and to\, eventually\, become an enduring and memorable brand! This class is ideal for new business owners or for business owners who have only a rudimentary understanding of how to market their product or service. \nThis course is best for:\n \n1) Businesses that have an established/well formulated business model or concept\n2) Businesses that are ready to bring their product to market\n3) Businesses that are ready to learn the basics of marketing and branding in order to formulate a practical (and tactical!) marketing plan\n4) Strongly Recommended but Not Required: Completion of Foundations Course or some business coaching prior to signing up for course\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/marketing-branding-essentials-6/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Course,Learn,Marketing,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T190958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T185541Z
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SUMMARY:Herramientas Financieras - En Persona
DESCRIPTION:Aproveche un pase de serie financiera con descuento\nNuestra serie financiera se compone de dos clases que cubren de manera integral las habilidades y herramientas financieras básicas que todo emprendedor necesita para iniciar y administrar un negocio exitoso. \n \nClases incluidas en la Serie Financiera: \nHerramientas Financieras\, 19 + 26 de octubre – Herramientas financieras le presentará las herramientas para comprender los conceptos básicos de las finanzas comerciales para que pueda tomar decisiones informadas sobre cómo organizar y administrar las finanzas de su empresa. Los temas discutidos son mantenimiento de registros; teneduría de libros; contabilidad; crear\, comprender y utilizar estados e informes financieros. \n  \nIntroducción a QuickBooks\, 2 de noviembre – Esta clase brinda una descripción general de QuickBooks y los diferentes niveles de suscripción\, y le enseñará cómo navegar por el tablero y explorar la función de informes para generar informes que se pueden personalizar según sus necesidades. Cuando complete esta clase\, conocerá las mejores maneras de moverse\, ingresar transacciones diarias\, obtener la información que necesita de QuickBooks y poderosas herramientas de informes que ayudarán a su empresa a tomar buenas decisiones.  \n  \nUn pase de serie financiera: $60
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/herramientas-financieras-2/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Course,En Espanol,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230210T184724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T145113Z
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SUMMARY:ScaleUp Workshop - Building to Scale: Bankable Profits
DESCRIPTION:Building to Scale: Investing in Finance \nWe will discuss and unpack how scalable companies need access to smart capital and must invest time\, energy\, and money into scalable financial systems that measure key results while delivering free cash flow and bankable profits.  \n  \nThis event is part of the Building to Scale Workshop Series
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/scaleup-workshop-building-to-scale-bankable-profits/
LOCATION:Archetype Brewing Broadway (just north of downtown)\, 174 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,ScaleUp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230712T200906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T200930Z
UID:10002353-1697191200-1697200200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools
DESCRIPTION:This 2-Day class is the first in our Financial Series.  \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 be held virtually via videoconferencing platform\, and be held over two sessions in two weeks\, for a total of 5 hours of training. \nClass Price: $50  \nDates:\nDay 1 – Friday\, Oct 13 \nDay 2 – Friday\, Oct 20 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \nWe recommend following up the Financial Tools Class with the Intro to QuickBooks Online class. Take advantage of a Financial Series Pass to attend both Financial Tools and QuickBooks Online for a discount. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-13/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Financial Series,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230621T144631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T144631Z
UID:10002081-1697191200-1697200200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Series
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of a discounted Financial Series Pass.\nOur Financial Series is made up of two classes that comprehensively cover the basic financial skills and tools that every entrepreneur needs to start and run a successful business. \n \nClasses included in the Financial Series:\nFinancial Tools\, Oct 13 + Oct 20 – 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.  \nIntro to QuickBooks Online\, Oct 27– this class provides an overview of QuickBooks and 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 QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions.  \nFinancial Series Pass: $60 \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-series-17/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Financial Series,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231003T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231003T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230621T150514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T185504Z
UID:10002341-1696354200-1696365000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class for Creatives - FULL (to get on the waitlist reach out to holly@mountainbizworks.org)
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. \nIf you have any questions please contact Holly Rivers holly@mountainbizworks.org.  \nThis is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Investing for Creatives.  \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-for-creatives/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Craft Your Commerce,Foundations Business Planning,Learn,Online,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230712T202049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T202217Z
UID:10002356-1695751200-1695760200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Intro to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:This class is the second in our Financial Series.  \nIntro to QuickBooks Online class is designed for those that have little to no experience with QuickBooks Online in recent years. This class meets one time for 2.5 instructional hours total. \nIn this course you will gain an overview of QuickBooks and the different subscription levels\, learn how to navigate the dashboard and explore the reporting feature to generate reports that can be customized to your needs. You’ll learn the best ways to get around\, enter day-to-day transactions\, get the information you need out of QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions. \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \nClass Price: $25  \nDate: Tuesday\, Sep 26 \nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nWe strongly recommend taking the Financial Tools Class as a pre-requisite to the Intro to QuickBooks Online class. Take advantage of a Series Pass to attend both Financial Tools and QuickBooks Online for a discount. \nFollowing this class\, you can get tailored support via Mountain BizWorks’ one-on-one Business Coaching services.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/intro-to-quickbooks-9/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series,Online,Quickbooks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230712T202505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T202505Z
UID:10002357-1694541600-1694550600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools
DESCRIPTION:This 2-Day class is the first in our Financial Series.  \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 be held virtually via videoconferencing platform\, and be held over two sessions in two weeks\, for a total of 5 hours of training. \nClass Price: $50  \nDates:\nDay 1 – Tuesday\, Sep 12 \nDay 2 – Tuesday\, Sep 19 \nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \nWe recommend following up the Financial Tools Class with the Intro to QuickBooks Online class. Take advantage of a Financial Series Pass to attend both Financial Tools and QuickBooks Online for a discount. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-14/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Financial Series,Learn,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230712T201442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T191242Z
UID:10002355-1694541600-1694550600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Series
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of a discounted Financial Series Pass.\nOur Financial Series is made up of two classes that comprehensively cover the basic financial skills and tools that every entrepreneur needs to start and run a successful business. \n \nClasses included in the Financial Series:\nFinancial Tools\, Sep 12 + 19 – 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.  \nIntro to QuickBooks Online\, Sep 26 – this class provides an overview of QuickBooks and 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 QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions.  \nFinancial Series Pass: $60 \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-series-19/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Financial Series,Financial Tools,Learn,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230906T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230621T151204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T184040Z
UID:10002342-1694023200-1694034000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class - FULL
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-25/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,Learn
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T195759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T205029Z
UID:10002314-1693472400-1693483200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Fundaciones Planeación de Negocios
DESCRIPTION:Planifique\, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios\, Fundaciones! \nFecha: La clase se reunirá todos los jueves 8/31 – 10/5 \nHora: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm \nUbicación: Unete\, 55 Adams Hill Rd. Asheville\, NC 28806 \nPrecio del Curso\nEl costo del curso es de $225 dólares; Tenemos algunas becas parciales que están disponibles para las personas que necesitan ayuda. Se requiere de un depósito mínimo de 50% del total al momento de la inscripción para reservar su lugar. Hay disponibilidad de proporcionarle un plan de pago si su situación lo requiere. Le enviaremos un correo electrónico con instrucciones para saber cuales son los siguientes pasos. Esperamos que aproveche esta oportunidad y no deje que el dinero sea un obstáculo para ser parte de la clase de Fundaciones.  \nEn Mountain Bizwork\, valoramos las conexiones y relaciones humanas que se desarrollan a través de conocerlo y comprender mejor su negocio y situación actual. Se incluirá un enlace de pago en su correo electrónico de confirmación\, pero también le invitamos a que se comunique con nosotros a través de correo electrónico o llamarnos directamente. \n \nInformación de Becas\nSi vive en la ciudad de Asheville o en el WNC rural y tiene ingresos bajos a moderados\, puede calificar para una beca. Complete el formulario de registro en línea y acceda a la solicitud de beca dentro del formulario. Cada clase tiene un número limitado de becas disponibles por orden de llegada.  \n \nHorario de Clase\nSi no tiene acceso a una computadora\, Mountain BizWorks puede prestarle una computadora portátil para la clase. Para solicitar una computadora portátil\, envíe un correo electrónico jenny@mountainbizworks.org \nNos reuniremos el mismo día y hora puntual a las 10:00 AM. Favor de llegar temprano cada semana durante seis semanas. Se recomienda asistir a todas las clases para no quedarse atrás en ninguno de los materiales.  \nLa 1era sesión de Fundaciones es requerida\, pero si tiene un conflicto de horario en el que perderá cualquier otra clase\, requerimos que nos avise con tiempo. Avísale a Jenny. Si pierde alguna clase le apoyaremos con enviarle el material de la sesión para que en su tiempo individual pueda ponerse al tanto de las tareas y esté listo en la siguiente sesión. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fundaciones-planeacion-de-negocios-6/
LOCATION:Unete\, 55 Adams Hill Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,En Espanol,Event,Fundaciones,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230210T184513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T184513Z
UID:10002322-1692277200-1692284400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:ScaleUp Workshop - Building to Scale:  Leveling-Up Operations
DESCRIPTION:Building to Scale:  Leveling-Up Operations \nWe will discuss and unpack how scalable companies need robust operating systems and teams that scale with their sales growth and can consistently fulfill their promise and deliver value to their customers. \n  \nThis event is part of the Building to Scale Workshop Series
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/scaleup-workshop-building-to-scale-leveling-up-operations/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:ScaleUp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T190143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T164910Z
UID:10002060-1691085600-1691094600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Intro to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:Intro to QuickBooks Online class is designed for those that have little to no experience with QuickBooks Online in recent years. This class meets one time for 2.5 instructional hours total. \nIn this course you will gain an overview of QuickBooks and the different subscription levels\, learn how to navigate the dashboard and explore the reporting feature to generate reports that can be customized to your needs. You’ll learn the best ways to get around\, enter day-to-day transactions\, get the information you need out of QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions. \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \nClass Price: $25  \nDate: Thursday\, August 3rd \nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nFollowing this class\, you can get tailored support via Mountain BizWorks’ one-on-one Business Coaching services.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/intro-to-quickbooks-7/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series,Quickbooks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230613T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230613T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230313T211541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T212749Z
UID:10002334-1686677400-1686688200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class - FULL
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. \nIf you have any questions please contact Lilley Egues lilley@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 ext. 16 \n  \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/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,In-Person,Learn
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230601T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T182728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T173810Z
UID:10002311-1685642400-1685651400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class - FULL
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 Lilley Egues lilley@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 ext. 16 \n  \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-17/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20230215T194854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T171819Z
UID:10002329-1684342800-1684353600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Alpine for Creatives
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to grow your creative based business and determine your next steps?  If so\, Alpine for Creatives is for you! This five-week course provides a peer-to-peer learning environment for you to assess your creative-based venture to date and address the opportunities and challenges emerging on the horizon. The course will guide participants through a comprehensive assessment of their experience producing and selling to date.  The Alpine Course will give you the opportunity to assess how things have been going in your business up to this point while also visioning for the future. It will reconnect you with the “why” of your venture and help create in-roads to meeting both your short and long term goals. \n  \nThis special Alpine Course is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series E-Commerce and Digital Marketing offered by Mountain BizWorks. The series involves a networking event\, five separate workshops\, and one intensive course suited for existing makers. Alpine for Creatives is designed to help makers with an existing business take the tools\, strategies\, and resources gained from the series workshops and then integrate them into your business plan and practices to further your success. \n  \nFor any questions you may have you can reach out to our Learning Program Coordinator\, Lilley Egues at lilley@mountainbizworks.org.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/alpine-for-creatives/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Alpine,Class,Course,Craft Your Commerce,Growth Initiative,Learn,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T183243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T160851Z
UID:10002044-1683019800-1683028800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Marketing & Branding Essentials
DESCRIPTION:You have a product or a service to sell. You are ready to tell the world about it. But\, how? With so many ways to market your business\, it can be overwhelming to a small business owner to select and create a marketing strategy that is both effective and affordable. Join marketing and branding expert Murphy Funkhouser\, owner of BrandStage Consulting and former owner of Kudzu Brands\, for this 6-week master class on the basic principles of branding (establishing market comprehension and affinity for your business) and marketing (which tools to use to attract and convert customers). The class will cover the basics of marketing strategy and tactics. It also includes multiple hands-on opportunities for you to brainstorm and write your very own marketing plan and develop the fundamentals of your brand such as website copy\, social media messaging and aesthetic. You will walk away from this class with tangible tools you can use to market your business today and to\, eventually\, become an enduring and memorable brand! This class is ideal for new business owners or for business owners who have only a rudimentary understanding of how to market their product or service. \nThis course is best for:\n \n1) Businesses that have an established/well formulated business model or concept\n2) Businesses that are ready to bring their product to market\n3) Businesses that are ready to learn the basics of marketing and branding in order to formulate a practical (and tactical!) marketing plan\n4) Strongly Recommended but Not Required: Completion of Foundations Course or some business coaching prior to signing up for course\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/marketing-branding-essentials-4/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Event,In-Person,Learn,Marketing,Workshop
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T062949
CREATED:20221120T185118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221120T191927Z
UID:10002056-1682676000-1682685000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Intro to QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:This class is the second in our Financial Series.  \nIntro to QuickBooks Online class is designed for those that have little to no experience with QuickBooks Online in recent years. This class meets one time for 2.5 instructional hours total. \nIn this course you will gain an overview of QuickBooks and the different subscription levels\, learn how to navigate the dashboard and explore the reporting feature to generate reports that can be customized to your needs. You’ll learn the best ways to get around\, enter day-to-day transactions\, get the information you need out of QuickBooks\, and powerful report tools that’ll help your business make good decisions. \nThis is a virtual class that will take place via Zoom. Videoconferencing details will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \nClass Price: $25  \nDate: Friday\, April 28th \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWe strongly recommend taking the Financial Tools Class as a pre-requisite to the Intro to QuickBooks Online class. Take advantage of a Series Pass to attend both Financial Tools and QuickBooks Online for a discount. \nFollowing this class\, you can get tailored support via Mountain BizWorks’ one-on-one Business Coaching services.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/intro-to-quickbooks-5/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series,Online,Quickbooks
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