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Welcome to the full calendar of events including business courses, classes, workshops, conferences and special events that we facilitate year-round in support of the entrepreneurial community of our region. Get a full overview of everything we offer at our next free orientation session. Also sign up to get updates in your inbox!
Brett Binford, co-founder and CEO of Portland based Mudshark Studios, will tell his story of how he started his first business and overcame obstacles along the way to go on and eventually found other successful, thriving companies. Specific to making, Brett will provide an overview of lean manufacturing techniques and how they can apply to
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of understanding the legal parameters surrounding the employee/employer relationship. This webinar will provide an overview of the most relevant employment laws every employer should be familiar with. No matter your size, every business needs to understand the basics of leave laws, the American’s with Disabilities Act, the Fair
This workshop is part of Mountain BizWorks ScaleUp program to support growth-oriented businesses. 2021 will be a critical year for our region's small businesses that have resiliently weathered the ongoing challenges of the pandemic. There is no doubt that you had to blaze a trail somewhere in your business or your mindset to get through
This workshop is part of Mountain BizWorks ScaleUp program to support growth-oriented businesses. 2021 will be a critical year for our region's small businesses that have resiliently weathered the ongoing challenges of the pandemic. There is no doubt that you had to blaze a trail somewhere in your business or your mindset to get through
This workshop is part of Mountain BizWorks ScaleUp program to support growth-oriented businesses. 2021 will be a critical year for our region's small businesses that have resiliently weathered the ongoing challenges of the pandemic. There is no doubt that you had to blaze a trail somewhere in your business or your mindset to get through
ScaleUp 2021 Realize your business potential. ScaleUp provides intensive growth strategy development and implementation assistance to cohorts of Western North Carolina small businesses with strong potential for growth. This course is typically offered twice annually. With now over 125 alumni companies, ScaleUp is supporting a diverse and distinguished group of entrepreneurs that will drive innovation and
Contracts: Why the Heck do I Need them for My Small Business? This beginner-level seminar offers participants an opportunity to learn about small business contracts, why they are needed, and how to read them. Small business attorney, Kristy Cook of Mod Law Firm, brings her near decade experience in contract law and management to this
Contracts help us establish expectations when sharing our work and collaborating with others. A good contract can help you form lucrative partnerships, license your artwork, hire your first employee, negotiate a gig, or publish your book. But contracts can be so hard to understand. What is a “force majeure” clause? Why is “choice of law”
You can join this class in person following strict COVID protocols outlined below* or via Zoom. How do you determine your value in the marketplace and in your own company? Brett Binford, co-founder and CEO of Portland based Mudshark Studios, will share the story of how he started his first business and overcame obstacles along
ScaleUp 2022 Realize your business potential. ScaleUp provides intensive growth strategy development and implementation assistance to cohorts of Western North Carolina small businesses with strong potential for growth. This course is typically offered twice annually. With now over 145 alumni companies, ScaleUp is supporting a diverse and distinguished group of entrepreneurs that will drive innovation and
All employers want a dream team. The employees that represent our business well, read our mind and perform the job better than we imagine. Having employees is the joy and pain of your entrepreneurial journey, challenging and stressful if you don't have systems in place for them to thrive in the job. Let's break down
Mountain BizWorks has partnered with national leaders in the field of worker ownership, The Industrial Commons. Whether you’re interested in transitioning your business into a cooperative workplace or planning for your succession by selling to the employees, this interactive workshop is a great place to start. Participants will explore how a sale to employees can
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
This is a class geared towards solo creatives who are doing it all on their own or with the help of contractors and are ready to build in more capacity by hiring their first employee. Jillian Wright, PHR (she/her/hers) is a certified HR professional with over fifteen years of experience working in anti-racist, anti-oppression
Hiring your first employee or contract worker is a big milestone for a small business or solo-preneur. In this workshop we will talk about all the financial considerations involved with hiring. We’ll cover how to determine when or if you can afford it and what types of additional costs to plan for. We’ll also learn
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Thu, April 30
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