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SUMMARY:Webinar: Question and Answer Session for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
DESCRIPTION:Join this live question-and-answer session to walk through frequently asked questions\, learn how to navigate the application process more efficiently\, and find out where you can access application counseling resources for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund. \n  \nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »\n \nPlease check your email after you’ve registered for information on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-question-and-answer-session-for-the-buncombe-county-tourism-jobs-recovery-fund-2/
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Tourism Fund
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200521T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200520T164612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T165159Z
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SUMMARY:Seminario Virtual Informativo: Fondo para Recuperar Empleos de Turismo del Condado de Buncombe
DESCRIPTION:Un programa de becas para responder a la emergencia del  COVID-19 para los negocios. Estaremos contestando tus preguntas sobre los requisitos\, documentación necesaria para aplicar y fechas importantes. \n  \nRegístrese aquí »\n \nRevise su correo electrónico después de haberse registrado para obtener información sobre cómo unirse al seminario web.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/seminario-virtual-informativo-fondo-para-recuperar-empleos-de-turismo-del-condado-de-buncombe/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,En Espanol,Tourism Fund
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200521T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200518T180206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T182203Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Question and Answer Session for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
DESCRIPTION:Join this live question-and-answer session to walk through frequently asked questions\, learn how to navigate the application process more efficiently\, and find out where you can access application counseling resources for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund. \n  \nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »\n \nPlease check your email after you’ve registered for information on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-question-and-answer-session-for-the-buncombe-county-tourism-jobs-recovery-fund/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Tourism Fund
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200519T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200519T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200518T175600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T142211Z
UID:10002107-1589902200-1589905800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Question and Answer Session for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
DESCRIPTION:Join this live question-and-answer session to walk through frequently asked questions\, learn how to navigate the application process more efficiently\, and find out where you can access application counseling resources for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund. \nYou can view a recording of the webinar here.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-faq-answer-session-for-the-buncombe-county-tourism-jobs-recovery-fund/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Tourism Fund
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200515T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200514T133326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T174218Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Application Walk Through for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund\, a grant program created with the Buncombe County TDA to preserve and safely reopen area small businesses in the tourism industry. In this webinar\, our team will walk through the application form\, go over frequently asked questions\, and share ways that you can get help applying. \nApplications for the Tourism Fund open Friday\, May 15th. Visit www.tourismfund.org to sign up to receive updates and submit your questions. \n  \nThis event has now passed. You can view the recording here. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-application-walk-through-for-the-buncombe-county-tourism-jobs-recovery-fund/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Tourism Fund
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200514T072826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T142704Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Eligibility and How Your Application Will be Evaluated for the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about the Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund\, a grant program created with the Buncombe County TDA to preserve and safely reopen area small businesses in the tourism industry. In this webinar\, our team will go over eligibility\, walk through how your application will be evaluated\, and answer questions. \nApplications for the Tourism Fund open Friday\, May 15th. Visit www.tourismfund.org to sign up to receive updates and submit your questions. \nThis event has already passed. You can view a recording of the webinar here. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-application-bctjrf/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Tourism Fund
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200504T213953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T214006Z
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SUMMARY:Choices Part 3: Choosing your Speed of Change
DESCRIPTION:The current storm of the COVID-19 virus and the economic repercussions have made managing small organizations very difficult. But they do have choices. Wait\, Pivot\, or Stop. We will discuss each choice in this online webinar series taught by Angela Owen with Truventure Enterprises and Michael Ames with Mountain BizWorks. \nJoin us for Part Three: Choosing your speed of change \nThis workshop will help people decide how fast their organizations might change\, should change\, or even if they can change at all. \n \nWhen? 1:00 PM on May 7th\, 2020  \n \n\nRead more\n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/choices-part-3-choosing-your-speed-of-change/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC Score":MAILTO:thomas.sweeny@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200504T213428Z
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SUMMARY:Part 2: Pivoting
DESCRIPTION:The current storm of the COVID-19 virus and the economic repercussions have made managing small organizations very difficult. But they do have choices. Wait\, Pivot\, or Stop. We will discuss each choice in this online webinar series taught by Angela Owen with Truventure Enterprises and Michael Ames with Mountain BizWorks. \nJoin us for Part Two: Pivot \nWhen? 1:00 PM on May 5th\, 2020  \n  \nThis section will focus on pivoting (changing direction) and how to do it well. Any change will affect stakeholders. Make sure you keep them in mind. \n  \nREGISTER HERE»\n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/part-2-pivoting/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200430T000116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T213423Z
UID:10002096-1588239000-1588244400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:3 Choices in the Storm: Webinar hosted by Mountain BizWorks & WNC Score
DESCRIPTION:The current storm of the COVID-19 virus and the economic repercussions have made managing small organizations very difficult. But they do have choices. Wait\, Pivot\, or Stop. We will discuss each choice in this online webinar taught by Angela Owen with Truventure Enterprises and Michael Ames with Mountain BizWorks. \n  \nREGISTER HERE»\n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/3-choices-in-the-storm-webinar-hosted-by-mountain-bizworks-wnc-score/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC Score":MAILTO:thomas.sweeny@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200424T135334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T142411Z
UID:10002094-1587736800-1587740400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Free Info Session: Change the Game\, JB Media's Latest Course!
DESCRIPTION:JB Media is offering a new course! \n \n\n\nAre you starting an online class for the first time? \nWould you like to turn an in-person class into an online course?\n Could a virtual course generate new streams of income for your brand?\n\n  \nLearn more at today’s free info session\nTime: Apr 24\, 2020 02:00 PM Eastern\nClick the link to join the Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/9243883300 \nIf you are using a mobile device you may need to download the free Zoom app form the App Store.\nMeeting ID: 924-388-3300 \nDial by phone if better audio is necessary\n+1 929-205-6099 US \n  \nJoin digital marketing educator Sarah Benoit for her new training series.\nClasses Start April 27\, 2020\nTotal Value $799 – Introductory Price $199\nClass Registration Ends at 12 noon on Saturday\, April 25\, 2020\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/free-info-session-change-the-game-jb-medias-latest-course/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200422T183829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T203250Z
UID:10002092-1587668400-1587672000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: COVID-19 Funding Resources for Farm Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we cover COVID-19 Funding Resources as it relates to your farm business. We will cover CARES\, PPP\, NC Rapid Recovery Loans\, One Buncombe Fund\, Haywood Recovery Fund\, and more. \nFacilitated by Mountain BizWorks farm business coach Gabriele Marewski\, this interactive webinar will provide information about financial resources available from federal\, state\, and local sources to help WNC farms get through these difficult and unprecedented times. We’ll outline and summarize the options\, then open the line for questions from the audience. We’ll have a panel of coaches on hand to help answer your questions. \nThis event has already passed\, but you can view a recording here. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-covid-19-funding-resources-for-farm-businesses/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Local Food & Farming Initiatives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200422T124500
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200414T170850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T171250Z
UID:10002089-1587556800-1587559500@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Raising Capital in Uncertain Times: Q&A with Angel Investors
DESCRIPTION:As the economic impact of COVID-19 continues to unfold many small businesses are left asking how this will affect their ability to raise early-stage investment capital. In this webinar we will discuss key considerations for entrepreneurs and have an interactive Q&A session with leaders from two of the most active angel groups in the region. \nPlease feel free to ask questions before and during the meeting. \nSubmit questions in advance to mcarnes@sbtdc.org. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6079968754755480589
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/raising-capital-in-uncertain-times-qa-with-angel-investors/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200421T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200421T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200417T153251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T153326Z
UID:10002091-1587465000-1587468600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating the Shelby1Fund Application Process
DESCRIPTION:Are You a Business Owner Based in Shelby\, NC that has been Affected by COVID-19? Need Help? Got Questions? During this one-hour\, free and interactive webinar\, Mountain BizWorks and City of Shelby staff will provide an overview of the Shelby1Fund and show you how to navigate the Loan Application process by going through the application form line by line and then answer any other outstanding questions you may have.  \nPlease sign up below\, space is limited! \nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »\n \nPlease check your email after you’ve registered for information on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-navigating-the-shelby1fund-application-process/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Foothills Launch
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200416T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200416T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200415T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T222434Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Prioritize Business Operations During COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:During this live webinar\, a group of Mountain BizWorks coaches will lead a discussion on how to prioritize basic business operations based on the impact of COVID-19. Get guidance on how to assess where your business is now in terms of the impact on sales\, how you can control your expenses and how you can continue to operate your business while abiding by the prescribed public health safety guidelines. During the course of this webinar\, discussion will also touch on the various ways that businesses could change permanently and how to deal with uncertainties while positioning your business to thrive in the post-COVID world. \n  \nThis event has passed. You can view a recording here. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-how-to-prioritize-business-operations-during-covid-19/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200409T193646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200413T175806Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How To Navigate the PPP Loan Application Process
DESCRIPTION:Need Help? Got Questions? During this one-hour\, free and interactive webinar\, a group of business coaches from Mountain BizWorks will provide an overview of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and show you how to navigate the PPP Loan Application process by going through the application form line by line and then answer any other outstanding questions you may have.  \nPlease sign up below\, space is limited! \nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »\n \nPlease check your email after you’ve registered for information on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-how-to-navigate-the-ppp-loan-application-process-2/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coronavirus Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200403T205415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T214600Z
UID:10002080-1586959200-1586962800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating COVID-19 Financial Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:A WEEKLY WEBINAR Program covering the most recent\, up-to-date information on CARES\, PPP\, EIDL Grants\, NC Rapid Recovery Loans\, One Buncombe Fund\, and more. \nNeed Help? Got Questions? Join us on this interactive webinar to learn more about several new financial resources available from Federal\, State and local sources such as Mountain BizWorks to help Small Businesses get through these difficult and unprecedented times. We’ll outline and summarize the options\, then open the line for questions from the audience. We’ll have a panel of lenders and coaches on hand to help us sort through your questions. \n \nMike Ames supports clients with their business model\, strategy & performance optimization – by working with what you have\, filling in the gaps\, proactively & creatively exploring what could be. Mike has 35 years in management and the last 15 years working in various startup companies and communities. His 10 years at The Coca-Cola Co.\, and Michigan MBA ‘92 position him to be a great guide to map out your entrepreneurial journey. \nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »\n \nPlease check your email after you’ve registered for information on how to join the webinar.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-ppp-loan-forgiveness-3/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200414T145118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T145220Z
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SUMMARY:How to Lead With Impact Right Now with Ursula Jorch
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday\, April 14 from 11:00am to 12pm ET\n(that’s 8:00-9:00am PT) \nWhere: When you register\, you’ll receive the Zoom link \nYour role as a leader has never been more important. Join the Masterclass and become a more impactful leader now\, when you and your business need it the most. \nIn this Masterclass\, you’ll learn how to:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake decisions that sustain your business\nSupport your team so they can do their jobs more effectively\nIncrease your revenue even though things are chaotic\nTake care of yourself so you can keep going and even thrive\nGrow as a leader\, building your resilience for the future\nHave more impact: your impact doesn’t have to be a victim of the pandemic\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’ll even have an opportunity to get answers to your questions. There are limited spaces on the call\, so sign up now. \n\nRegister Now \n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/how-to-lead-with-impact-right-now-with-ursula-jorch/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200409T220523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200409T220549Z
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SUMMARY:JB Media Online Bootcamp: New Social Media Strategies to Increase Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Even during social distancing\, your customers need you now more than ever!\n \n\nLearn how to streamline and automate customer service online while infusing smart marketing into your social media messaging. Join JB Media Institute’s lead instructor and co-founder Sarah Benoit and Relationship Marketing Specialist Daniel Rock on Tuesday\, April 14 from 9am – 12pm for their ONLINE bootcamp: “New Social Media Strategies to Increase Engagement.” \nDuring this event hosted via Zoom\, they’ll explain how personalization strategies and new social media tools like messaging apps and chatbots can increase loyalty and engagement with your customers. \nSessions include: \n\nSession 1 : Social Media Personalization Strategies – Increased social media engagement is a goal every business and organization wants to achieve\, but making it happen can feel frustrating and complicated. Learn how personalization strategies can build more customer loyalty\, engagement\, and conversions. Find out how using messaging apps and chatbots can give your brand an edge and lead to more interactions\, leads\, and sales.\nSession 2 : Third Party Messaging Apps – Facebook Messenger is offering chatbot technology that is easy to use and available to most brands and businesses. Find out how a third party tool called Mobile Monkey can help you create organic responses and advertising opportunities that engage people in a more personal way and convert them into customers more frequently.\n\nTickets are $49\, and space is limited. A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants the day before the webinar. \n\nPlease contact millie@mountainbizworks.org if you are interested in applying for a scholarship for this event.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/jb-media-online-bootcamp-new-social-media-strategies-to-increase-engagement/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200408T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200402T201039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T202652Z
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SUMMARY:Registration CLOSED: Virtual Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual Legal Clinic\, pro-bono attorneys will be offering free\, one-on-one consultations to small business owners who have legal questions related to navigating the impacts of coronavirus on their business. \nThe consultation will be 25 minutes per business\, first come\, first serve. Entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to consult with a volunteer business attorney at no cost to ask questions around the topics of funding/financing for businesses\, employment law\, tax law\, and other general business considerations. \nRegistration is required. Due to the limited capacity of the clinic\, we are prioritizing current small business owners who have questions related to the impact of COVID-19 on their business.   \nPlease hold the time 11am – 2pm open until we notify you to confirm your attendance and the specific time of your appointment.  \nRegistration for this event is now closed.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/virtual-legal-clinic/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Legal Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200403T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200403T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200401T202928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T203029Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Como Navegar COVID-19 Recursos Financieros para Las Pequeñas Empresas Mountain BizWorks
DESCRIPTION:Explicación sobre diferentes fuentes de ayuda y asistencia financiera que el gobierno y otras instituciones locales brindan. \n\nCubriremos La Ley CARES (Ley de ayuda\, alivio y seguridad económica contra el coronavirus). PPP (programa de protección de pago de cheques para pequeñas empresas). EIDL (Programa de Préstamos de Desastres por Daños Económicos). Prestamos de Recuperación Rápida de Carolina del Norte. One Buncombe Fund (El condado de Buncombe de hasta 10\,000 dólares) y más. \n\n¿Necesitas ayuda? ¿Tienes preguntas? Te invitamos a ser parte de este seminario web interactivo. Podrás obtener más información sobre los diferentes y nuevos recursos financieros que están disponibles de fuentes federales\, estatales y locales\, como Mountain BizWorks. El propósito es ayudar a las pequeñas empresas a superar estos tiempos difíciles y sin precedentes. Desglosaremos y resumiremos las opciones\, luego abriremos la línea para preguntas generales. Tendremos un panel de prestamistas y entrenadores para ayudarnos a resolver tus preguntas. \n  \nRegistración Para Seminario en Línea (Webinar) »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-como-navegar-covid-19-recursos-financieros-para-las-pequenas-empresas-mountain-bizworks/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,En Espanol
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200330T193457Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating COVID-19 Financial Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Covering CARES\, PPP\, EIDL Grants\, NC Rapid Recovery Loans\, One Buncombe Fund\, and more. \nNeed Help? Got Questions? Join us on this interactive webinar to learn more about several new financial resources available from Federal\, State and local sources such as Mountain BizWorks to help Small Businesses get through these difficult and unprecedented times. We’ll outline and summarize the options\, then open the line for questions from the audience. We’ll have a panel of lenders and coaches on hand to help us sort through your questions. \n  \n \nMike Ames supports clients with their business model\, strategy & performance optimization – by working with what you have\, filling in the gaps\, proactively & creatively exploring what could be. Mike has 35 years in management and the last 15 years working in various startup companies and communities. His 10 years at The Coca-Cola Co.\, and Michigan MBA ‘92 position him to be a great guide to map out your entrepreneurial journey. \n  \n**This webinar has already taken place. If you missed it\, please view the recorded video**
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-navigating-covid-19-financial-resources-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200331T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200326T163905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T234951Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Coronavirus and Employment Law – What Small Business Owners Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:During this interactive webinar\, Murphy Fletcher\, a labor and employment attorney with McGuire\, Wood & Bissette\, will discuss COVID-19 issues affecting employers and their workforce\, including changes to the unemployment system\, legal concerns surrounding employee layoffs\, and the management of COVID-19 risks in the workplace. The webinar will also address the legislative changes included in the Families First Coronavirus Response Act\, such as paid emergency sick leave and expanded family and medical leave. \n \nMurphy H. Fletcher is an attorney with McGuire\, Wood & Bissette\, P.A.\, in Asheville\, North Carolina. Murphy focuses on helping businesses navigate state and federal regulatory issues in the areas of employment and tax. Murphy advises employers on human resources issues; drafts employment policies and agreements; and represents businesses before government agencies and in state and federal court. In addition to human resources issues\, Murphy assists employers with state and federal tax issues\, including representation before the Internal Revenue Service and the North Carolina Department of Revenue. She also advises employers on the development\, implementation\, and maintenance of compliant employee benefits plans. \nMurphy received her B.S. degree\, magna cum laude\, from Sweet Briar College in 2009 and her J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2012. \nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-coronavirus-and-employment-law-what-small-business-owners-need-to-know/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Legal Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200331T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200331T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200320T191007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T181117Z
UID:10001825-1585656000-1585659600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:JB Media Webinar: Tips for Setting Up and Managing Successful Online Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Now that a majority of the business world has moved to remote meetings and working at home\, it’s important for all of us to understand the basics of how to set up\, run\, and manage online meetings that are productive\, useful\, and maybe even fun.  \nKey takeaways include:  \n\n\nDos and don’ts for online meetings  \n\n\nSuggested meeting tools you should consider based on the size of your team\, your services\, and your goals \n\n\nTips for keeping attendees engaged during the meeting \n\n\n  \nFree webinar hosted by JB Media. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/jb-media-webinar-tips-for-setting-up-and-managing-successful-online-meetings/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200324T174952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T174952Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Surviving and Thriving in the Current Environment with Lisa Zahiya
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Lisa Zahiya will teach a three-pronged system to the current environment.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. How to Pivot – Skill assessment\, brainstorming\, and income streams\n2. Habits for success\n3. What to do right now (insulate clients and give service\,) What to do in the long run (bulletproof your business\, pivoting and income streams\,) What happens when the wheel starts turning again\n\nLisa will also be sharing what she has already done to create opportunities/prepare with both her businesses as well as sharing strategies from how she survived and thrived through opening her business through the economic recession of 2008.\n \n\n\n\n\nLisa Zahiya is based in Asheville\, NC where she is the founder & owner of Studio Zahiya\, four time winner of “Best Place to Take a Dance Class” in Asheville\, NC.  She also owns Zahiya Bellydance\, a comprehensive Bellydance program\, Asheville Bachelorette Parties\, and BE HER\, a coaching program for entrepreneurs. Lisa is an in-demand speaker. In 2018 she was the keynote speaker at Creative Mornings Asheville and did a popular TEDx talk\, Let’s Have a Party. She has taught workshops on body image and self-love across the country. As a movement instructor\, she travels\, teaching workshops\, performing\, and developing curriculum. She lives in downtown Asheville and strives to make her businesses as interesting and dynamic as the city around her. \n \n\nContinue to the Webinar Registration Form »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-surviving-and-thriving-in-the-current-environment-with-lisa-zahiya/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200327T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200320T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T181159Z
UID:10001823-1585310400-1585314000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:JB Media Webinar: Tools and Tips for Creating and Offering Simple Online Webinars and Classes
DESCRIPTION:One of the simplest strategies businesses and organizations can use to generate leads and cash flow is to offer a “one-off” or a series of online webinars and classes. Join Sarah Benoit and Justin Belleme of the JB Media Institute as they share how their years of expertise and experience teaching online educational programs can help you.  \nKey takeaways include:  \n\n\nFind out which online meeting and webinar tools to consider   \n\n\nGet tips for developing great educational content  \n\n\nDiscover how to keep people coming back for more \n\n\n  \nFree webinar hosted by JB Media. Learn more and register here. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/jb-media-webinar-tools-and-tips-for-creating-and-offering-simple-online-webinars-and-classes/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200325T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200316T174854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T181034Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Preparing Your Business for the Threat of the Coronavirus
DESCRIPTION:Is your business prepared for the Coronavirus? Let our panel of experts in business continuity\, supply chain\, and healthcare help you respond to and prepare. These experts will take questions and discuss how to ready existing business owners for the potential effects of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Information shared will be invaluable to local business in providing strategies to help minimize susceptibility for future disruptions beyond illness spread such as market fluctuations and weather-related natural disasters. \nWebinar hosted by the Blue Ridge Community College Small Business Center. Register or learn more here. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/webinar-preparing-your-business-for-the-threat-of-the-coronavirus/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Coronavirus Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200324T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115351
CREATED:20200320T184725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T184725Z
UID:10001821-1585051200-1585054800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:JB Media Webinar: How to Stay Focused and Productive - Best Practices for Working at Home
DESCRIPTION:Although many people idealize working from home\, the truth is…it’s not always easy. If you are accustomed to going to an office or business location every day for work\, you may not realize that having a dedicated space to do your job makes it easier. Being removed from the distractions of day to day life and the needs of your family\, pets\, and friends is often what allows you to focus and be more productive. The environment you are in at work may also be part of what inspires and fuels you.  \nKey takeaways include:  \n\n\nQuick tips for keeping the creative juices and the work flowing \n\n\nLearn to structure your days with goals in mind  \n\n\nFind out how to create a workspace that ensures your success \n\n\n  \nFree webinar hosted by JB Media. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/jb-media-webinar-how-to-stay-focused-and-productive-best-practices-for-working-at-home/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coronavirus Response,Partner Events
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