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SUMMARY:Financial Series
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/financial-series-22/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Course,Event,Financial Series,In-Person,Learn
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Economy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Economy Conference returns to Cherokee\, NC this September 15-18. The 2024 event was postponed due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene\, so the theme of this year’s event will feature nationwide expertise on “Investing in the Outdoor Recreation Ecosystem”. Early Bird tickets are now available at outdooreconomy.org.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/outdoor-economy-conference-2/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Cherokee Conference Center\, 777 Casino Dr.\, Cherokee\, 28719
CATEGORIES:Class,Learn,Outdoor Economy,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
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SUMMARY:Two-Day Workshop for Artists: Business Planning and Development
DESCRIPTION:This in-person\, two-day series presented by Mountain BizWorks and John C. Campbell Folk School includes a hands-on workshop to help you start or pivot your creative business\, a panel discussion with professional craft artists on their career paths\, and an opportunity to receive a 1:1 coaching session. $50 price includes all sessions and lunch both days. \nCrafting Your Path: A Hands-On Look at Business Models & Mindsets  \nFirst Session | Saturday\, September 20th | 10am – 4pm \nSecond Session | Sunday\, September 21st | noon – 4pm \nDiscover how your personal working style shapes your approach to business. In this two-day interactive workshop\, we’ll explore your mission\, vision\, and values—then apply them to real-world business structures using the Business Model Canvas. Together\, we’ll dive into pricing strategies\, marketing approaches\, and sustainable models tailored to your goals. Expect engaging group discussions\, practical takeaways\, and a supportive space to refine your current business—or bring a new idea to life. Come ready to dig in and collaborate! \nPanel Discussion: Building a Career in Craft \nSaturday\, September 20th | 5pm – 7pm\nHear from local artists as they share honest insights about forging sustainable careers in craft. This engaging conversation will highlight diverse\, non-linear paths to professional creative practice and offer advice grounded in lived experience. Come curious—this is a space for learning\, connection\, and inspiration. \n1:1 Coaching Hours  \nSunday\, September 21st | 10am – noon | 30 minute sessions available to workshop participants for 1:1 assistance. You will sign up for your coaching slot on Saturday during the workshop. \nInstructor Bio for Crafting Your Path: \nDeanna is a professional handweaver and part-time bookkeeper for small businesses. She has worked with a variety of industries over the years and is well versed in Quickbooks and helping businesses get set-up with appropriate record keeping systems. With both a creative and business background\, her approach to financials and information management is approachable. She emphasizes the use of systems that are flexible and can grow with your business and are tailored to each business’s unique needs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/business-planning-and-development-for-artists/
LOCATION:Olive’s Porch\, 27 Peachtree St.\, Murphy\, 28906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250627T173512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T173512Z
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SUMMARY:Future Forward Workshop 6: Plan to Prosper; Setting the Course for Strategic Growth
DESCRIPTION:Build your strategy into a system with this hands-on quarterly planning workshop. Learn how to define measurable growth goals\, set accountability rhythms\, and align your leadership team around shared priorities. You’ll also explore the “growth\, fulfillment\, and innovation engines” that drive sustainable success. This session gives you the structure you need to execute on your big ideas.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/future-forward-workshop-6-plan-to-prosper-setting-the-course-for-strategic-growth/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Mountain BizWorks Event,Recovery Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000
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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 6-week course\, 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.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/alpine-8/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alpine,Class,Course,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250618T162814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T174918Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Our Foundations business planning course 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 course\, 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 our team at classes@mountainbizworks.org. \nRegistration\nComplete our online registration form to hold your seat in the cohort 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/full-foundations-business-planning-class/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,Learn,Online,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250328T173001Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Book Club | How to Not Always Be Working by Cody Cook-Parrott
DESCRIPTION:We’re back\, bookworms! This fall\, Craft Your Commerce will be digging into the book How to Not Always be Working\, by Cody Cook-Parrot. \nFrom the publisher: “Filled with practical advice to help you curb your unhelpful obsessions and build boundaries between your work\, your job\, and your life—How to Not Always Be Working is for any- and everyone who wants to create a sacred space in their lives.” \nThis book is great for anyone looking feeling overwhelmed with information and an ever-increasing to-do list in our fast-paced\, hyperconnected world\, but it is especially relevant for independent entrepreneurs and freelancers\, who already have less separation between work and life than those with a nine-to-five. Or maybe you are a creative who is on the nine-to-five grind\, but want to create more space for your creative work – this book is for you too! \nBook Club will meet twice to discuss this book\, once in-person\, and once virtually for a Q&A with the author. See dates below. \nNote: The author of How to Not Always Be Working went through a name change since publishing\, so the name on the cover is Marlee Grace rather than Cody Cook-Parrott. You may find the book listed under either name online. \nMeeting Dates and Times: \nTuesday\, September 23rd\n5:30-7:30 pm\nIn-Person\, Print House in Downtown Asheville \nTuesday\, October 21st\n5:30-7:30 pm\nVirtual Q&A with the author via Zoom \nAbout the Facilitator: \nJ. Faye D’Avanza serves artists and creative communities as a consultant and facilitator based in Asheville\, NC. With a vision to transform the world of creativity and how we care for it\, she shares stories and tools for creative regeneration in her Substack newsletter Keeping Creative Time. A writer and librarian\, she is certified as an Inward & Artward Creative Facilitator\, and is the founder of Library of Care\, a holistic education + resource hub for creative healing\, and thriving in the burnout age. Learn more about working with Faye at jfayedavanza.com and on Instagram @libraryofcare.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-book-club-fall-25/
LOCATION:Print House\, 29 Carolina Ln\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250617T153652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T153705Z
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SUMMARY:Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start\, grow\, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Coordinator\, Amanda Ross\, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientation-session-61/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Event,Learn,Online,Orientation Session
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250729T162712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T174933Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Our Foundations business planning course 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 course\, 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 our team at classes@mountainbizworks.org. \nRegistration\nComplete our online registration form to hold your seat in the cohort 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-20/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,Learn
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Holiday Season Planning: A Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED | This workshop has been moved to Friday\, October 3rd\, 11:00am-1:00pm \nWorkshop Description: \nNow is the time to plan your holiday season for success. Join marketing expert Catherine Campbell for a workshop where you’ll learn the same strategies Catherine has used to help plan\, organize and execute marketing campaigns that have generated over $3.5M in Black Friday-Cyber Monday product sales and $7M in product holiday sales…and learn how to tailor those strategies to your own personal timeframe\, daily schedule and business budget. You’ll learn about holiday sales and marketing timing\, tips and tricks\, and types of marketing you can do and discover what may be a good fit for you. You’ll receive a printed workbook PDF from Catherine to create your holiday marketing plan! A short Q&A will follow. \nYou’ll walk away with: \n*A workbook to create your personalized holiday marketing plan \n*A holiday marketing budget\, tailored to you \n*Tips and tricks to attract and convert customers \n*Ways to amplify your brand story and cut through the noise \n*Strategies you can use online and offline \n  \nInstructor Bio: \nCatherine Campbell (they/she) is the owner of One For The Books (OFTB)\, a marketing advisory that specializes in helping established brands in food\, hospitality\, and arts & culture. With nearly 20 years of experience\, they have led over one hundred client campaigns that have generated millions in revenue\, millions in brand reach\, and tens of thousands in social and email growth. Catherine was born and raised outside Asheville\, North Carolina.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-holiday-season-planning-a-marketing-workshop/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T173527Z
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SUMMARY:Future Forward Workshop 7 : Stronger Together; Building a Purpose-Driven\, High-Performing Team
DESCRIPTION:Your team is your greatest asset – and this session is all about building one that’s aligned\, motivated\, and ready for what’s next. Learn how to cultivate a values-driven workplace culture\, reinforce strategic clarity\, and grow leadership at every level. With a strong team and clear mission\, your business can weather challenges and thrive. Build your bench and lead with purpose.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/future-forward-workshop-7-stronger-together-building-a-purpose-driven-high-performing-team/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Mountain BizWorks Event,Recovery Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
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SUMMARY:Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start\, grow\, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Manager\, Holly Rivers\, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientation-session-62/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks\, 153 S Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Orientation Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
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SUMMARY:Invested Course
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, October 9 – November 6\, 10 am – 1 pm – virtual \nIn these interactive sessions\, you will be guided through the intricacies of acquiring capital (money)\, offering practical strategies and actionable insights to empower your business journey. From traditional bank loans to alternative financing options\, we’ll engage with the diverse avenues available for accessing funding. \nThe 5-session course will launch on October 9th.\nKey Topics Include: \n\nUnderstanding the fundamentals of debt and equity financing.\nAssessing your business’s capital needs and financial readiness.\nExploring traditional and alternative sources of debt capital.\nLeveraging assets and collateral.\nEvaluating the pros and cons of raising investor capital.\nCrafting effective business valuations\, investment plans and investor pitches.\nNegotiating equity agreements and managing investor relations.\nExploring the importance of and different types of exit strategies.\n\nWhether you’re a solopreneur with a promising idea or a seasoned entrepreneur seeking growth opportunities\, this workshop will provide invaluable insights to help you navigate the complex landscape of small business funding. Join us and unlock the potential of your business with the right capital strategy. \nCourse participants will also have the opportunity to pitch their business at the capstone Mountain Raise event in November.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/invested-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Invested,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T133000
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SUMMARY:Own Your Building: Commercial Real Estate Financing
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in purchasing commercial real estate\, but have questions about financing? Is business going well\, but you feel a down payment is still out of reach? \nWe are hosting a free Lunch and Learn (lunch provided) with guests from Partners in Equity to answer all your questions about purchasing a building\, including down payments and financing options. \nWith Partners in Equity\, Mountain BizWorks is expanding the pathway for local businesses to own their location. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/own-your-building-commercial-real-estate-financing/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Expanding Ownership,In-Person,Learn,Legal Workshop,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250616T165008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T160425Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Series
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/financial-series-23/
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=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T150000
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SUMMARY:Eye II Eye: iPhonetography for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \n“EYE-II-EYE: iPhonetography for Artists” is an introductory workshop for artists who would like to explore and realize a suitable documentation of their artwork using a phone-based camera. This is an ideal class for those who are new to making intentional images with their phones\, all the way to those who have a system and practice\, and would like to build upon the basics. \nParticipants are invited to bring their phones to the space\, and we will spend time going through some simple considerations for different types of work. You will have a chance to share and review some of your own images\, and navigate through a couple big obstacles in your current documentation practice. Finally\, we will troubleshoot through how we can shape a workflow of observation and consideration\, and how best to think about using a phone’s camera to better document our work. \nWhat to expect:\n10:00 am – noon: Instruction\, discussion of best practices\nnoon – 1:00 pm Catered lunch (included in ticket price)\n1:00 – 3:00 pm: Demonstrations\, image “show-and-tell\,” hands on practice \nc. bay will also be offering one-on-one or small group technical assistance sessions the day following this workshop\, on Tuesday\, October 21st. Click here to learn more and sign up! \nAbout c. bay milin: \nA graduate from the School of Visual Arts in NYC\, with a Masters of Professional Studies in digital photography\, I am originally from the SF Bay Area\, and currently reside in Durham\, NC. I love following my curiosities and treat photography as a memory-holder\, as an idea palace\, as therapy\, and as healer. I aim to create work which peers behind the scenes of our place in the world\, and revel in seeking out observations of the desire or conflict in the balance between all things.\nPersonal interests include meandering through flea markets\, overheard conversations\, and all manner of pancakes.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/eye-ii-eye-iphonetography-for-artists/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
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SUMMARY:Future Forward Workshop 8: Secure the Future; Financial Systems for Sustainable Growth
DESCRIPTION:Resilience means building financial systems that are accurate\, adaptive\, and scalable. In this session\, you’ll learn how to track the right metrics\, increase margins\, strengthen your cash position\, and prepare your business for long-term growth. Explore how to align your financial practices with innovation\, scalability\, and profitability. Financial security is more than survival – it’s the engine for everything you’ll build next.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/future-forward-workshop-8-secure-the-future-financial-systems-for-sustainable-growth/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Mountain BizWorks Event,Recovery Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250616T165412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T171017Z
UID:10002828-1761300000-1761310800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Weathering the Storm: Smart Financial Practices for Hurricane Relief Funds
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to manage donations and disaster-related expenses effectively. Whether you’ve received community support or government grants\, understanding how to track\, report\, and account for these funds is essential for financial transparency and compliance. \nDuring this 3 hour session\, you’ll learn how to properly record donations\, distinguish between restricted and unrestricted funds\, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The workshop also covers best practices for budgeting hurricane-related expenses and avoiding common pitfalls. Through case studies and group exercises\, you’ll gain hands-on experience in creating systems for financial accountability. \nJoin us to build confidence in managing disaster-related finances while supporting your business’s recovery and sustainability. \n  \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/weathering-the-storm-smart-financial-practices-for-hurricane-relief-funds/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Event,Learn,Online,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250718T152210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T152210Z
UID:10002854-1761303600-1761310800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Let's Make a Style Guide (You'll Actually Use)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nFeeling a little all over the place with your brand visuals? Have you gathered all your logos\, colors\, fonts\, and photos in one spot—or are they still scattered across old folders and emails? If creating a style guide sounds overwhelming or you’ve felt frustrated by a brand that doesn’t quite feel cohesive\, this workshop is for you. \nWe’ll walk step-by-step through building a simple brand foundation document in Canva. By the end\, you’ll have all your core visuals in one place—and a clearer sense of how to use them across your website\, social media\, and beyond. Come get organized\, feel more confident\, and actually enjoy the process. \nInstructor Bio: \nJess Mott Wickstrom is a graphic and front-end web designer who knows how to make content clearer\, websites stronger\, and presentations more persuasive. With a background in arts programming and project management\, she brings a thoughtful\, practical approach to every project. Her clients range from nonprofits and creative startups to large institutions—including Bosch USA\, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Planned Parenthood\, and the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival. She used to live full-time in an RV—these days\, she’s settled in Asheville with her husband\, two daughters\, and a very old pit bull named Pickle. silver-egg.org
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-style-guides/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250911T001110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T001151Z
UID:10002866-1761759000-1761762600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start\, grow\, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Coordinator\, Amanda Ross\, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientation-session-63/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Event,Learn,Online,Orientation Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20251025T132558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T132938Z
UID:10002875-1761825600-1761829200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Entrepreneurs Assistance Program - Business Formation
DESCRIPTION:Free Legal Support for Small Business Owners  \nThe NC Bar Association is back to offer free legal support to small business owners across WNC through their Entrepreneurs Assistance Program (EAP).  They are looking at doing a series of events.  First up is a free webinar on business formation and entity selection\, with both virtual and in-person attendance options. \nQuestions? Email probono@ncbar.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/entrepeneurs-assistance-program-business-formation/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Small Business Center Enka Campus\, 1465 Sand Hill Road\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Legal Workshop,Online,Partner Events,Workshop
GEO:35.5445894;-82.6556022
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250627T173615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T173615Z
UID:10002845-1762191000-1762201800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Future Forward Capstone Workshop: Forward by Design; Building Your Resilience Roadmap
DESCRIPTION:This culminating session invites participants to step back and look at the full arc of their building resilience journey. Through guided reflection\, peer exchange\, and strategic planning exercises\, they will distill key takeaways from the series and build a customized Resilience Roadmap – a living plan that brings together their assessments\, strategies\, and next-step goals for long-term growth. This is more than a summary – it’s a launchpad. \nParticipants will leave feeling reenergized\, reconnected to purpose\, and equipped with a clear direction forward.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/future-forward-capstone-workshop-forward-by-design-building-your-resilience-roadmap/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Mountain BizWorks Event,Recovery Workshop
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20251015T200805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T172014Z
UID:10002873-1762353000-1762356600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:The 2025 Solar Deadline: How to Lock in Your Savings
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve been thinking about adding solar to your business or nonprofit\, now is a great time to act. Federal incentives that could cover 30% or more of your project cost will be harder to claim after 2025. Join us on November 5th for a webinar with Scott Zintz of Sugar Hollow Solar and Eric Burton of Mountain BizWorks to learn about these incentives\, how to start your solar project\, and financing options available to help with the upfront cost.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/electrifywebinar/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Electrify Fund,Growth Initiative,Online,Webinar,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20251007T121329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T160320Z
UID:10002871-1762363800-1762374600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Our Foundations business planning course 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 and you have the opportunity to leave the course with a business plan\, a clear vision for your business\, and concrete tasks for your future work. \nThroughout the course\, 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 our team\,  classes@mountainbizworks.org. \nRegistration\nComplete the online registration form to hold your seat.  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-course-8/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,Learn,Online,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250806T170333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T195453Z
UID:10002860-1762421400-1762432200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:(FULL) Foundations Business Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Our Foundations business planning course 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 course\, 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 our team at classes@mountainbizworks.org. \nRegistration\nComplete our online registration form to hold your seat in the cohort 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-22/
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:20251107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250616T170245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T160138Z
UID:10002829-1762509600-1762518600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Series
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/financial-series-24/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Course,Event,Financial Series,Learn,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250917T133933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T133949Z
UID:10002868-1763402400-1763406000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start\, grow\, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Manager\, Holly Rivers\, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientation-session-64/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks\, 153 S Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,In-Person,Learn,Orientation Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20250718T153038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T153038Z
UID:10002856-1763722800-1763730000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Taxes for Creatives\, Makers\, and Solo Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nWhat can I deduct? Do I bring receipts to my accountant? Is my creative work a business or a hobby? What is a Schedule C? How do I deduct my home studio?  Why do freelancers have to pay taxes quarterly\, and how do I do that? \nHannah will discuss the basic tax equation\, self employment tax and estimated quarterly taxes\, audit concerns for the creative person\, and other tax issues specifically relevant to creatives\, makers\, and freelancers\, followed by a question and answer period. \nInstructor Bio: \nHannah Cole is a tax expert who specializes in working with creative businesses and mission-driven solopreneurs. A long-time working artist herself\, she’s helped tens of thousands of self-employed people skill up with accessible tax and money education\, through her Money Bootcamp program\, speaking engagements from Florida to Alaska\, and on the Sunlight podcast. She is the founder of Sunlight Tax.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-taxes-for-creatives/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20251014T132910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T132951Z
UID:10002872-1764756000-1764759600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start\, grow\, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Programs Coordinator\, Amanda Ross\, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientation-session-65/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Event,Learn,Online,Orientation Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045122
CREATED:20251106T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T185119Z
UID:10002879-1765537200-1765544400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | End-of-Year Lunch Social
DESCRIPTION:Free to attend\, lunch is on us! Please only sign up if you can definitely make it\, and if your plans change\, email leah@mountainbizworks.org to cancel your registration. \nJoin us for a casual and fun lunch get-together to celebrate the holiday season and the 2025 Power Pass initiative! Mingle with other makers and creatives\, and learn about Center for Craft and Craft Your Commerce programs coming up in the new year. \nRegistration closes Wednesday\, December 10th.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-december-lunch-social/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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