• ScaleUp Application Deadline 

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    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!

    Financial Series (Virtual)  Virtual

    What is covered: Financial 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.  Accounting Software - this class

    FULL & CLOSED Foundations Business Planning Class (Virtual)  Virtual

    Virtual Online — Zoom

    Our Foundations business planning class helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment. Join 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

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

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    We're hosting a NC IDEA Grant Application Hack-a-Thon to help aspiring grantees with your applications. Local experts will gather to roll up their sleeves and delve into your application alongside you! About NC IDEA Grants: If you're ready to take your business to new heights, secure non-dilutive funding, and engage in transformative programming, don't miss

    Free

    FULL & CLOSED – Orientation Session (In-Person)  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Join us for an interactive information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start, grow, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Program Coordinator, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs. 

    FULL & CLOSED Foundations Business Planning Class (In-Person)  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Our Foundations business planning course helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment. Join 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

  • Farm4Business Class (Virtual)  Virtual

    Virtual Online — Zoom

    Grow your agri-business with confidence! Everything you need to know from business planning to funding, financial recordkeeping, operations, employees, marketing, and certifications. If you have any questions please contact Holly Rivers holly@mountainbizworks.org.  Registration Complete our online registration form to hold your seat in the class of your choice.   We will follow up with you within

    FULL & CLOSED Foundations Business Planning Class (Virtual)  Virtual

    Virtual Online — Zoom

    Our Foundations business planning class helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment. Join 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

    Procurement & Contracting 101 Workshop  In-Person

    Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

    Ever thought about how landing the right contracts could boost your business? Procurement is more than just sourcing suppliers and purchasing goods or services—it's your ticket to becoming a go-to supplier and unlocking new growth. Many entrepreneurs of color and underrepresented business owners miss out on the vast potential of procurement and contracting opportunities, thinking

    Herramientas Financieras – En Persona  In-Person

    Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

    Aproveche un pase de serie financiera con descuento Nuestra 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.   Clases incluidas en la Serie Financiera:  Herramientas Financieras, marzo 14 + 21 de marzo - Herramientas

    Fundaciones Planeación de Negocios  In-Person

    Hola Carolina East Hendersonville

    Planifique, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios, Fundaciones!  Fecha: La clase se reunirá todos los miércoles a partir del 20 de marzo. Hora: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Ubicación:  Hola Carolina 801 4th avenue East Hendersonville NC 28792 Precio del Curso El costo del curso es de $225 dólares;

    Financial Series (Virtual)  Virtual

    What is covered: Financial 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.  Accounting Software - this class

  • Craft Your Commerce: Spring 2024 All Access Pass  Virtual

    Spring 24 All Access Pass: $50 The All Access Pass registers you for all 6 of the Spring Series workshops below. Copyright and Licensing for Artists Canva for Creatives Grant Writing for Artists Client Relationships and Navigating Sticky Client Situations AI for Creatives Sales for Introverted Creatives To view info on all workshops, click here.

    Craft Your Commerce: Copyright and Licensing for Artists  Virtual

    Licensing is a dynamic and lucrative field that allows artists to expand the reach of their creativity while safeguarding their intellectual property. This presentation delves into the intricacies of copyright for creatives seeking to harness the power of licensing agreements. We will cover the fundamentals of copyright, licensing, fair use, payment and royalty schemes, and examine how different choices

    CLOSED Orientation Session (Virtual)  Virtual

    Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start, grow, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Program Coordinator, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.