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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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SUMMARY:Waypoint Accelerator - Application Due Date
DESCRIPTION:Mountain BizWorks\, the Outdoor Business Alliance of WNC\, and the NC Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) are excited to support the fifth Waypoint Accelerator cohort. \nCohort #5 Timeline\n\nThe 5th Cohort of the Waypoint Accelerator program will be announced and the application window will open August 28\, 2023\nApplications will be due on October 12 at 11:59 p.m. Up to 10 companies will be selected based on a competitive\, merit-based review process.\nCompanies selected will be notified October 20 by 5:00 p.m.\nThe Session Dates and Program Schedule are as follows:\n\nThursday November 2\, 1pm-5pm: Base Camp – Course Orientation & Wayfinding (IN-PERSON\, Asheville)\nThursday November 9\, 9:30am-12pm: Customer Development & The Outdoor Customer (VIRTUAL)\nThursday November 16\, 9:30am-12pm: Design Thinking (VIRTUAL)\nThursday November 30\, 9:30am-12pm: Go-to-Market Strategy and Tools Pt. 1 (VIRTUAL)\nThursday December 7\, 9:30am-12pm: Go-to-Market Strategy and Tools Pt. 2 (VIRTUAL)\nThursday December 14\, 9:30am-12pm: Financial Modeling (VIRTUAL)\nThursday January 11\, 1pm-5pm: Base Camp – Outdoor Customer Engagement & The Art of the Pitch (IN-PERSON\, Asheville)\nThursday January 18\, 9:30am-12pm: Legal – Intellectual Property\, Risk Management & HR (VIRTUAL)\nThursday January 25\, 9:30am-12pm: Raising Capital for Growth – Pathways & Strategy (VIRTUAL)\nThursday February 01\, 9:30am-12pm: Group Pitch Prep & Final Mastermind (VIRTUAL)\nThursday February 15\, 9:30am-12pm: Leadership and the Responsible Outdoor Company (VIRTUAL)\nThursday February 29\, 1-5pm: Base Camp- Large Group Pitch Practice (IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL)\nThursday March 7\, 4pm-8pm: Graduation- Final Pitch Presentations (IN-PERSON\, Asheville)\n\n\n\nAll applicants are asked to hold the above session dates and times on their calendars and\, if accepted\, are expected to commit to the entire duration of the program.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/waypoint-accelerator-application-due-date-5/
LOCATION:NC\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Outdoors,Waypoint Acclerator
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SUMMARY:2023 Outdoor Economy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nThe 5th Annual Outdoor Economy Conference is September 18-21\, 2023 in Cherokee\, NC.  \nTickets are on sale in spring 2023. Click here for more information.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/2023-outdoor-economy-conference/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Cherokee Conference Center\, 777 Casino Dr.\, Cherokee\, 28719
CATEGORIES:Class,Outdoor Economy,Outdoors,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Waypoint Accelerator - Application Due Date
DESCRIPTION:Mountain BizWorks\, the Outdoor Gear Builders of WNC\, and the NC Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) are excited to support the fourth Waypoint Accelerator cohort. \nCohort #4 Timeline\n\nThe 4th Cohort of the Waypoint Accelerator program will be announced and the application window will open mid July 2022\nApplications will be due on October 06 at 11:59 p.m. Up to 10 companies will be selected based on a competitive\, merit-based review process.\nCompanies selected will be notified October 14 at 5:00 p.m.\nThe Session Dates and Program Schedule are as follows:\n\nThursday November 3\, 1pm-5pm: Base Camp – Course Orientation & Wayfinding (IN-PERSON\, Asheville)\nThursday November 10\, 9:30am-12pm: Customer Development & The Outdoor Customer (VIRTUAL)\nThursday November 17\, 9:30am-12pm: Design Thinking (VIRTUAL)\nThursday December 1\, 9:30am-12pm: Go-to-Market Strategy and Tools Pt. 1 (VIRTUAL)\nThursday December 8\, 9:30am-12pm: Go-to-Market Strategy and Tools Pt. 2 (VIRTUAL)\nThursday December 15\, 9:30am-12pm: Financial Modeling (VIRTUAL)\nThursday January 12\, 1pm-5pm: Base Camp – Outdoor Customer Engagement & The Art of the Pitch (IN-PERSON\, Asheville)\nThursday January 19\, 9:30am-12pm: Legal – Intellectual Property\, Risk Management & HR (VIRTUAL)\nThursday January 26\, 9:30am-12pm: Raising Capital for Growth – Pathways & Strategy (VIRTUAL)\nThursday February 02\, 9:30am-12pm: Group Pitch Prep & Final Mastermind (VIRTUAL)\nThursday February 16\, 9:30am-12pm: Leadership and the Responsible Outdoor Company (VIRTUAL)\nThursday March 02\, 1-5pm: Base Camp- Large Group Pitch Practice (IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL)\nThursday March 9\, 1pm-5pm: Graduation- Final Pitch Presentations (IN-PERSON\, Asheville)\n\n\n\nAll applicants are asked to hold the above session dates and times on their calendars and\, if accepted\, are expected to commit to the entire duration of the program.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/waypoint-accelerator-application-due-date-3/
LOCATION:NC\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Outdoors,Waypoint Acclerator
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SUMMARY:Foundations for Outdoor Businesses
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 in the Outdoor Industry 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. \nTo inquire about adding your name to a waiting list for full classes\, please contact Lilley Egues\, lilley@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 ext. 16 \nOutdoor Industry Specific Cohort\nThis cohort is open only to entrepreneurs with Outdoor Industry based ideas and businesses. Content has been adapted in order to be relevant and targeted to launching and growing a business in the Outdoor Industry.  \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-for-outdoor-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Course,Foundations Business Planning,Learn,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Waypoint Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about the Waypoint Accelerator and possibly applying? If so\, we invite you to join us and other area entrepreneurs at our virtual informational session held by Matt Godfrey\, Waypoint Accelerator facilitator. During this session we will:\n \n\nProvide details on the program and how to prepare a strong application\nHave an chance to hear everyone’s exciting new opportunities\nNetwork with industry peers\n\n \nAttending this info session is not required to apply but we do encourage it so you’ll have a fuller understanding of the program. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/waypoint-information-session/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Learn,Online,Outdoors,Waypoint Acclerator
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