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SUMMARY:Hiring Best Practices - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:All employers want a dream team. The employees that represent our business well\, read our mind and perform the job better than we imagine. \nHaving 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 how to get organized and ready to hire and grow an employee (and yourself).   We will cover the basics of  recruitment\, interviewing\, operational needs\, finances\,  systems\, hiring\, firing\, communication\, reviews\, onboarding and growth areas.  With two decades of experience in hiring\, onboarding and training employees I’m bringing all my best tips of the trade to you! \nThis is a TWO day course: October 11th & 13th from 4PM – 6PM \nHiring Best Practices is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Next Level Financials and Operations. \nThis is a VIRTUAL class. The zoom link will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/hiring-best-practices-hybrid/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T150000
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage and Entrepreneurship Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 8th from 11 am – 2 pm for a celebration of our state’s Hispanic entrepreneurs and small business owners! Be sure to stop by for some networking\, food\, music\, and information from local business development resources. 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/hispanic-heritage-and-entrepreneurship-event/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Small Business Center Enka Campus\, 1465 Sand Hill Road\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Latinx Entrepreneurship Programming,Learn,Networking,Partner Events,Sponsored Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221003T200000
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SUMMARY:Fun with Financials - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Finances are one of the biggest challenges for creative businesses. Numbers can often be confusing and hard to understand. But having a good grasp on your financials is key to running a successful thriving business.  \nCome spend two days in this money fun class to start from the beginning and then move into creating budgets\, projecting cash flow\, deciphering those monthly reports\, and understanding why it all matters. \nIn this workshop you will learn general accounting terms\, personal and business budgeting\, variable costs\, overhead costs and cash flow projections\, and we will wrap the second day up with a panel discussion on why it all matters. \nThis is a TWO day course that meets on October 3rd & 4th. \n\nOctober 3rd: 5PM – 8PM\nOctober 4th: 12PM – 6PM \n\nFun with Financials is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Next Level Financials and Operations. \nThis a VIRTUAL class. The zoom link will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fun-with-financials-hybrid/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220928T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
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SUMMARY:Breaking into the Wholesale Market - Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered if your product is a good fit for the wholesale marketplace? Curious about how to wholesale your product and develop a new revenue stream? Wholesale is not dead and can be a wonderful way to bring in additional income to your creative product business. Industry expert Robin Kramer will provide you with insight and knowledge gained from over 25 years of experience in the wholesale industry. She will teach you how to conquer wholesale through proven methods so you can get into your dream stores and take your business to the next level. Some of the things you will learn: \n\nSetting yourself up for wholesale success\nHow to find and approach stores\nRelationship building (the key to a strong wholesale business)\nMust have tools and systems\n\nThis is a TWO day course: September 28th & 29th from 10AM – 12PM \nBreaking into the Wholesale Market is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Next Level Financials and Operations. \nThis a HYBRID class. For those who wish to meet in person it will take place at the Center for Craft. For those who wish to meet virtually\, a zoom link will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/breaking-into-the-wholesale-market-hybrid/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Michael Sherrill Loft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220922T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
CREATED:20220801T171754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T155800Z
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SUMMARY:Authentic Connections
DESCRIPTION:The sales process is the most stigmatized process within owning a business. Most people have a negative association with sales\, thus avoiding their potential abundance in their business journey. The reality is without sales\, there is no movement within the economy. Authentic Connections is about debunking the mental association with the sales process. In Authentic Connections we will learn: how to become more relatable and likable\, how to get known in your marketplace\, and how to build trust to create sustainability in one’s business economy.  \nA sale is more than just a transaction but the beginning of a relationship to creating loyal customers for your business. Come join Alex Cardona and make a money making mind shift at Authentic Connections.  \nAuthentic Connections is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Next Level Financials and Operations. \nThis is a HYBRID class. For those who wish to meet in person it will take place at the Center for Craft. For those who wish to meet virtually\, a zoom link will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/authentic-connections/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Michael Sherrill Loft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220915T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
CREATED:20220725T184757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T225218Z
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SUMMARY:Taxes for Artists\, Freelancers and Creative Businesses - Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:What can I deduct? Do I bring receipts to my accountant? Is my art 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? Hannah Cole\, artist\, tax expert\, will discuss the basic tax equation\, self employment tax and the estimated quarterly tax system\, audit concerns for the creative person\, and other tax issues specifically relevant to artists and makers\, followed by a question and answer period. Hannah Cole is the founder of Sunlight Tax\, which specializes in friendly\, informative tax preparation for artists\, and engaging\, art-world savvy tax education workshops for artist groups\, and in empowering creative people to set up for long-term success and take control of the financial side of their careers through her program\, Money Bootcamp.  \nTaxes for Artists\, Freelancers and Creative Businesses is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Next Level Financials and Operations. \nThis is a HYBRID class. For those who wish to meet in person it will take place at the Center for Craft in the Ideation Lab. For those who wish to meet virtually\, a zoom link will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/taxes-for-sole-proprietor-creative-businesses-hybrid/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Ideation Lab\, 67 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220913T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220913T160000
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SUMMARY:Money Mindset Lecture - Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:Economists would have us believe that money is neutral. But if you’ve ever negotiated a price increase in your business\, had a fight with your partner or remembered what caused stress in your parents\, you know that money is anything but. Money can be your relationship with your father\, your self-image in society and your dynamic with your partner. This workshop\, by artist and tax expert Hannah Cole\, will reveal some of the hidden places where your mindset about money may be holding you back. And it will give you some helpful re-framing devices to bring money into focus as a helpful tool rather than something painful and loaded. We will discuss perfectionism\, what the IRS is really looking for (hint: it’s not as bad as you think)\, pricing\, and much more. \nMoney Mindset is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Next Level Financials and Operations. \nThis is a HYBRID lecture. For those who wish to meet in person it will take place at the Center for Craft in the Ideation Lab. For those who wish to meet virtually\, a zoom link will be sent upon registration. Please email Lilley@mountainbizworks.org with any questions or concerns. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/money-mindset-lecture-hybrid/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Ideation Lab\, 67 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T200000
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SUMMARY:Makers Mixer - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday September 9th from 5:30-8:00pm\, for an informal IN PERSON gathering of artists and creatives from the Western North Carolina region. This is a relaxed networking event that will begin with a brief introduction and presentation to provide a glimpse of the upcoming 2022 Fall Craft Your Commerce workshop series Next Level Financials and Operations. Join us for a free and fun afternoon for some socializing\, lite bites\, and beverages. A selfie station and fun art making are included! This is an in person event held at the Center for Craft.  \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/makers-mixer-2/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Assembly Hall\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
CREATED:20220615T191816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220725T130502Z
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SUMMARY:Invested Course: An Investment Crowdfunding Learning Journey
DESCRIPTION:The State of North Carolina recently passed legislation (NC PACES) making it possible to take on non-accredited investors for your small business. This allows you to raise funds from your friends\, family\, and broader community and to offer them a stake in – and a return on – the success that they are helping you to build. \nInvested: An Investment Crowdfunding Learning Journey will assist a small cohort of interested business owners who are currently experiencing growth opportunities in preparing for\, designing\, and launching an investment crowdfunding campaign. The full course will entail five 2.5-hour sessions starting Thursday\, September 1st and running through October 6th. \nThe 9th Cohort of our Invested Course is coming up! The 5-session VIRTUAL COURSE will take place on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 01 – Session 1: 2-4pm\nSeptember 08 – Session 2: 2-4pm\nSeptember 15 – Session 3: 2-4pm\nSeptember 22 – Session 4: 2-4pm\nOctober 06 – Session 5: 2-4pm\n\nIn between classes\, the Invested program includes several one on one technical sessions with facilitators. Following the course\, those that decide to execute investment crowdfunding campaigns will move into launch with the assistance of our BizWorks team and specialist partners.  \nRegister for the course. The fee is $100 and $25 for additional participants from the same company. We also have an interest list for potential investors (those of us that may want to participate in a local crowdfunding campaign and attend one of the Invested course pitch events) that you can sign up for here. \nA big thanks to our partners Jake Farrar (Van Winkle Law Firm)\, Annie Milroy Price (Birds Eye)\, and Jeffrey Scott (Metamorphic) who have assisted in developing and delivering this course.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/invested-course-an-investment-crowdfunding-learning-journey-4/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Crowdfunding,Event,Expanding Ownership,Growth Initiative,Invested,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220728T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220728T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
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SUMMARY:Orientación
DESCRIPTION:Únase a nosotros para una sesión de información interactiva en linea para descubrir qué recursos están disponibles en Mountain BizWorks que lo ayudarán a comenzar\, crecer y prosperar en su negocio. Presentada por nuestra directora del Programa de Emprendimiento Latino\, Jenny Forero\, esta sesión de 1 hora es una gran oportunidad para aprender más sobre los programas de aprendizaje y préstamos para pequeñas empresas de Mountain BizWorks.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/orientacion/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latinx Entrepreneurship Programming,Orientacion,Orientation Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
CREATED:20220315T015741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T180937Z
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SUMMARY:Invested Course: An Investment Crowdfunding Learning Journey
DESCRIPTION:The State of North Carolina recently passed legislation (NC PACES) making it possible to take on non-accredited investors for your small business. This allows you to raise funds from your friends\, family\, and broader community and to offer them a stake in – and a return on – the success that they are helping you to build. \nInvested: An Investment Crowdfunding Learning Journey will assist a small cohort of interested business owners who are currently experiencing growth opportunities in preparing for\, designing\, and launching an investment crowdfunding campaign. The full course will entail five 2.5-hour sessions starting Thursday\, May 26th and running through June 23rd. \nThe 8th Cohort of our Invested Course is coming up! The 5-session VIRTUAL COURSE will take place on the following dates:\n\nMay 26 – Session 1: 2-4pm\nJune 02 – Session 2: 2-4pm\nJune 09 – Session 3: 2-4pm\nJune 16 – Session 4: 2-4pm\nJune 23 – Session 5: 2-4pm\n\nIn between classes\, the Invested program includes several one on one technical sessions with facilitators. Following the course\, those that decide to execute investment crowdfunding campaigns will move into launch with the assistance of our BizWorks team and specialist partners.  \nAdd your name to the Cohort 8 Interest Form\, and we will follow up with a brief consultation and informative call on specifications for the course. The course fee is $100 and $25 for additional participants from the same company. We also have an interest list for potential investors (those of us that may want to participate in a local crowdfunding campaign and attend one of the Invested course pitch events) that you can sign up for here. \nA big thanks to our partners Jake Farrar (Van Winkle Law Firm)\, Annie Milroy Price (Birds Eye)\, and Jeffrey Scott (Metamorphic) who have assisted in developing and delivering this course.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/invested-course-an-investment-crowdfunding-learning-journey-3/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Class,Crowdfunding,Event,Expanding Ownership,Growth Initiative,Invested,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
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SUMMARY:Alpine for Creatives Spring 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Alpine for Creatives Course is designed to support founders of creative businesses that have been operating for at least one year.\n\n \n\n​​This 5-week course provides a peer-to-peer learning environment for you to assess your creative-based venture to date and address the opportunities and challenges emerging on the horizon. The course will guide participants through a comprehensive assessment of their experience producing and selling to date. \nThe Alpine Course will give you the opportunity to assess how things have been going in your business up to this point\, while also visioning for the future. It will reconnect you with the “why” of your venture and help create in-roads to meeting both your short and long term goals. \nThis special Alpine Course is part of the Craft Your Commerce: 2022 Spring Workshop Series being offered by Mountain BizWorks. The series involves a networking event\, five separate workshops\, and one intensive course suited for existing makers. This course is designed for existing makers to take the tools\, strategies\, and resources gained from the series workshops and then integrate them into your business plan and practices to further your success. \n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/alpine-for-creatives-spring-2022/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Alpine,Course,Craft Your Commerce,Event,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T220000
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SUMMARY:WNC Black Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:The WNC Minority Business Association is having its inaugural WNC Black Business Expo – a networking and learning event focusing on minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Scheduled for April 8-10\, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resort in Asheville\, NC. The three-day event is expected to attract upwards of 1\,000 attendees from across the region\, with an overarching theme of “Inspiring and Motivating the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs.” The event will feature visionary guest speakers\, educational workshops\, panel discussions\, networking sessions\, a trade show\, and food and entertainment. A high-profile keynote speaker is expected to be announced before the event.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/wnc-black-business-expo/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Asheville\, 1 Resort Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Event,Expanding Ownership,Growth Initiative,Opportunity Asheville & WNC,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
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SUMMARY:Selling on Pinterest
DESCRIPTION:You’re a creator. You’ve always been good with your hands. The thrill of manifesting an object from your imagination is what gets you out of bed in the morning but marketing your business online? Not so much. Maybe you’ve already embraced Instagram but your reach is being tanked by algorithms and it’s not actually driving visitors to your site. Besides\, your followers are already familiar with your brand. You need new customers and a place to get in front of them. Well\, the good news is that there is a place\, and it’s called Pinterest. \nPinterest might be for you if you’re frustrated by your declining Instagram reach\, you wish you could spend more time making instead of engaging on social media\, or feel like you spend so much time producing quality content for it to be irrelevant after 30 minutes of posting.  Maybe it’s time to give your content more legacy so you can get back to creating.  \nSelling on Pinterest workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Spring 2022 Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/selling-on-pinterest/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Learn,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T160000
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SUMMARY:Email Marketing Best Practices for Creatives
DESCRIPTION:In a digital world where social media and online advertising seem to dominate the conversation\, is email marketing still relevant?  The answer is 100% yes\, especially for any brand or business selling products online\, managing a brick and mortar retail space\, or both. Join digital marketing strategist and educator Sarah Benoit as she shares email best practices for creatives and small businesses. In session 1 you’ll review the basics of email marketing\, discuss various approaches that you can take based on the size of your business\, explore how to build your list with the future in mind\, and watch a live demo of MailChimp. In session 2 you’ll dive into how your email list and website can integrate and work together to create a more highly engaged network of existing and potential customers. Learn the importance of website usability and how to give your email subscribers the best experience possible so they continue to engage and buy over time.    \nEmail Marketing Best Practices for Creatives workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Spring 2022 Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/email-marketing-best-practices-creatives/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T120000
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SUMMARY:Instagram Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:Attracting customers today via Instagram is key to building a strong online presence\, but Instagram’s functionality and the algorithms change constantly. Liz Kantner\, owner of STAY GOLD will provide a brief overview of Instagram and how to create consistent content on Instagram that will lead to sales. Liz will also illustrate what makes an engaging post that gets the attention of your followers. Learn how to develop strong messaging\, strategically use the tools Instagram provides\, key metrics to consider\, write impactful calls to action and convert your leads to sales. The workshop will include time for attendees to hotseat their Instagram posts with Liz to gain live feedback. \nInstagram Deep Dive workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Spring 2022 Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/instagram-deep-dive/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001520
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SUMMARY:The Power of Digital Marketing Panel
DESCRIPTION:​​Digital marketing is a rich\, complex topic and a continuously moving target for most brands and businesses. Under the umbrella of digital marketing are a wide variety of tools and platforms\, as well as communications strategies and approaches. All of them offer opportunities for growth and success\, as well as risk\, so how do you decide what the right path is when you’re promoting your products and services online? How can you be sure you won’t waste your time\, money\, and resources?  \nJoin digital marketing strategist Sarah Benoit as she leads a conversation with creatives and small businesses who are successfully marketing themselves in the digital world. Hear their stories and gain valuable insight about how you can build a stronger\, more impactful presence online. \nThe Power of Digital Marketing workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Spring 2022 Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/the-power-digital-marketing-panel/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20220114T200958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T164559Z
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SUMMARY:The Engine: How To Use Content Marketing To Reach Customers and Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop participants will be empowered with a framework to understand\, use and maximize content marketing for their business. Participants will be provided with the foundational support needed for them to create content that resonates with customers and grows their brand. \nParticipants will come out of the class with a framework to ideate and create compelling (reflective of their resources and abilities) content that resonates with customers\, turnkey content ideas to bake into any of their marketing channels\, and be empowered with the content framework to use for the remaining workshop sessions.  \nWe ask that participants come to the workshop with an understanding of what digital channels they currently use for marketing; An understanding of their customer: needs\, wants\, challenges\, pain points\, basic psychographics and demographics – to inform our work together.  \nThe Engine workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Spring 2022 Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/the-engine/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Learn,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20220114T201321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T210116Z
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SUMMARY:Spring 2022 Makers Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday March 16th from 5 – 7 pm\, for an informal virtual gathering of artists and creatives from the Western North Carolina region and beyond. This is a relaxed networking event that will include small bites and beverages and details on our 2022 Spring Craft Your Commerce workshop series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing. Join us for a free and fun afternoon. This is an in person event held at the Center for Craft.  \nMountain BizWorks takes health and safety of our attendees seriously. To attend this event you will need to wear a mask when not eating and drinking\, and maintain social distancing. \nThe Makers Mixer is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Next Level Digital Marketing
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/spring-2022-makers-mixer/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Assembly Hall\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Expanding Small Business Access to Capital in Southwestern Region,Growth Initiative,Learn,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20211220T211413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T211413Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Lunch & Learn with Gaia Herbs
DESCRIPTION:Curious about your carbon footprint? Unsure where to begin? Sustainability analyst\, Holly Garrett\, will share the basics of greenhouse gas accounting and her experiences tracking greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at Gaia Herbs. Holly will also share tips on how to boost your B Impact Assessment score and calculate your Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Bring any questions you have and we hope to see you there!
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/sustainability-lunch-learn-with-gaia-herbs/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:B Local Asheville & WNC,Event,Online,Online Learning,Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211101
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210818T211520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T211647Z
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SUMMARY:Catalyst Cohort 3 - Application Due
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Cohort is a 12-month long\, peer advisory program facilitated by an experienced growth coach. It is designed to help entrepreneurs of existing\, high growth potential businesses navigate business challenges\, develop and achieve goals while providing accountability and support. Participants of the program will gain access to one-on-one mentoring\, expert speakers\, business development services\, and other opportunities for transformational learning. Participants will also get $2\,000 to apply towards tailored business services to help advance their growth goals. \nFor the first three months\,  you will get exposure to foundational business strategies and develop an actionable plan. Then the group will meet on a monthly basis in mastermind sessions to share your progress and continue to get support from the group. Throughout the program\, participants will be able to take advantage of individualized coaching sessions with program facilitators and Mountain BizWorks coaches.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/catalyst-cohort-3-application-due/
LOCATION:TBA
CATEGORIES:Event,Learn,Opportunity Asheville & WNC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211023
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210909T175119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211009T153143Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Entries: CYC 2021 Handmade for the Holidays Gift Guide
DESCRIPTION:  \nCraft Your Commerce Handmade for the Holidays Gift Guide \n\nCall for Entries\n \nPARTICIPANT SUBMISSION DEADLINE: October 22\, 2021 \nMountain BizWorks and Craft Your Commerce would like to invite any artist\, maker\, and/or creative product business to submit their information to be included in our Handmade for the Holidays Gift Guide. Participation is free and inclusive. Anyone who submits by the deadline of October 22\, will be included. Your business must be located inside the Mountain BizWorks’ service region. \nHoliday Gift Guide Submission Form \nHoliday Gift Guide Instagram Submission Form \nWe want to celebrate the ways in which you have developed resiliency\, innovative ways to reach your customers\, and strength through learning new skills by promoting what you make or offer to our audience for the 2021 holiday season. This virtual gift guide is all inclusive and will organize your products and services by category.  \nAny artist\, maker and/or creative product business located in the Mountain Bizworks service region (26 western most counties in WNC) who submits their information will be included\, but you MUST submit by the deadline of October 22\, 2021. While having an e-commerce website is preferred\, it is not required to participate.  \nTo participate in the Holiday Gift Guide\, please fill out and submit this form by October 22\, 2021. \nTo participate you will need to submit: \n\nYour name\nBusiness name\nWebsite\nEmail\nCounty Your Business Operates From\nStudio Location and Hours if applicable\nPhone if applicable\nSocial Media Handles (Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter\, Pinterest)\n2 images (jpeg or png format\, 500 x 500 pixels)\nAny holiday promotions/specials/events you may be hosting\n\nWe are also offering an Instagram takeover opportunity. Fill out this form to be included in the IG Takeover by October 22\, 2021. \nTo participate in the Instagram takeover\, we require you have an Instagram account.  \nYou will need to submit: \n\nYour Instagram handle(s)\nUp to a total of 10 square images – jpeg format \, no larger than 1 MB each\, and 1080 x 1080 pixels in size. If your images submitted for the IG Takeover\, are not in this format\, we can not include your entry.\n1-2 minute video mp4 format\, portrait orientation and no more than 100 MB – preferably about you\, your process and/or your studio \n\nInstagram takeovers will occur November 05 – December 17. Questions? Please contact Gwynne Rukenbrod Smith at gwynne@mountainbizworks.org \nAnyone who enters will be included. \nTips for Entry: \n\nPlease be intentional with the images you choose as these will be the first impression of your work for many of those looking at our website.\nOnly applicants submitted by October 22 will be included.\nPlease be sure to include images of high quality to showcase your products.\nPlease be sure the video you submit for the IG Takeover is clear\, in focus\, and highlights you\, your studio and/or your process.\nSizing and format is important to the inclusion of your entry. Please take note of required formats.\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Gwynne Rukenbrod Smith at gwynne@mountainbizworks.org.\n\nAll submissions are due by October 22\, 2021. \nTo participate in the holiday gift guide\, you must fill out this form. \nTo participate in the IG Takeover\, you must fill out this form. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/cyc-2021-handmade-for-the-holidays-gift-guide/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210816T205601Z
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SUMMARY:Alpine for Creatives
DESCRIPTION:The Alpine for Creatives Course is designed to support founders of creative businesses that have been operating for at least one year.\n\n \n\n​​This 5-week course provides a peer-to-peer learning environment for you to assess your creative-based venture to date and address the opportunities and challenges emerging on the horizon. The course will guide participants through a comprehensive assessment of their experience producing and selling to date. \nThe Alpine Course will give you the opportunity to assess how things have been going in your business up to this point\, while also visioning for the future. It will reconnect you with the “why” of your venture and help create in-roads to meeting both your short and long term goals. \nThis special Alpine Course is part of the Craft Your Commerce: 2021 Fall Workshop Series being offered by Mountain BizWorks with support from Center for Craft and UNC Asheville. The series involves a networking event\, six separate workshops\, and one intensive course suited for existing makers. This course is designed for existing makers to take the tools\, strategies\, and resources gained from the series workshops and then integrate them into your business plan and practices to further your success. \n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/alpine-for-makers-virtual-class/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Online — Zoom\, NC
CATEGORIES:Alpine,Course,Craft Your Commerce,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210806T193955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T155244Z
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SUMMARY:Scaling and Shifting Your Craft Business
DESCRIPTION:You can join this class in person following strict COVID protocols outlined below* or via Zoom. \nHow do you determine your value in the marketplace and in your own company?  \nBrett 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 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 your business as you grow from a solopreneur to an employer. Community and company culture are also the cornerstones to your business success and Brett will share his philosophies and insights regarding this topic for both outward facing branding and internal policies to ensure a happy and safe workplace. \nBrett will reflect on Covid and how he positioned Mudshark Studios to be able to adjust to both the operational and production changes necessary to keep his employees safe and his customers happy during this pandemic\, and how he had to shift both his business and way of thinking to survive beyond just the pandemic \nParticipants are encouraged to come to the workshop with as many pertinent questions to their own businesses as well. We can all learn through each other’s experiences and breakouts and various exercises will be a part of this workshop. \nPlease note we will take an hour lunch break from 12 – 1 pm. Due to COVID safety issues we will not be providing lunch. You will need to provide your own lunch. \n*Please note we will be limiting the number of in person attendees and requiring proof of vaccination\, masks to be worn at all times\, and social distancing. Joining in via Zoom will also be available. \nThe Scaling and Shifting Your Craft Business workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/scaling-and-shifting-your-craft-business/
LOCATION:Center for Craft – Ideation Lab\, 67 Broadway St.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
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SUMMARY:Insuring Creativity
DESCRIPTION:So often the creative community doesn’t carry the proper insurance to cover your business in a time of need. 79% of creative based businesses do not carry the correct insurance necessary to protect their business. The lack of adequate business insurance represents a career-threatening financial vulnerability to creatives who are affected by emergencies beyond their control such as fire\, theft\, and natural disasters.  \nCERF+ was started by artists for artists in the craft community as a grassroots mutual aid effort in 1985 and has since emerged as the leading nonprofit organization that uniquely focuses on safeguarding artists’ livelihoods nationwide. CERF+ serves artists who work in craft disciplines by providing a safety net to support strong and sustainable careers. Our core services are education programs\, advocacy\, network building and emergency relief. \nCERF+ is readiness\, relief + resilience for studio artists\, ensuring that they are as protected as the work they create. \nJoin CERF+ and others for a discussion about insurance and the actual needs creatives have around protection. \nThe Insuring Creativity workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/insuring-creativity/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210806T003503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T155603Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing for Profit
DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to know what financials you should be looking at? Do you know if your prices are in line with the market? Are you charging enough for your creative products or services? \nCome to this workshop to learn about some best financial practices for creative product and service based businesses. Hear from a financial expert and others in the field to learn if your gross profit margin is what it should be\, how you can make more profit\, and what should you be looking at when analyzing your finances. \nPresenters Veronica Edwards\, Reggie Tidwell\, and Gwynne Rukenbrod Smith will jointly teach this workshop to offer a variety of perspectives on pricing in the creative industry. \nThe Pricing for Profit workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/pricing-for-profit/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210808T222916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T155520Z
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SUMMARY:Contracts for Creatives
DESCRIPTION: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” important? What does “indemnification” mean\, anyway?  \nJoin lawyer Dr. Katherine de Vos Devine to explore the how\, when\, where\, and why of contracts for creative businesses. This presentation will help you understand the elements of a good contract\, know when you need a contract\, and improve your contract negotiation skills. \nThe Contracts for Creatives panel discussion is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/contracts-for-creatives/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210808T222952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T155416Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy and Lending Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Financials are always one of the biggest hurdles for a business owner. What reports are important to look at? What do they mean? How can you know if your business is fiscally sound?  \nThese questions and more will be addressed by John Verreault\, Senior Vice President of TD Bank and Mountain BizWorks’ Director of Lending\, Michael Lane. TD Bank will talk about financial literacy\, various reports\, and opportunities to grow. Michael Lane\, Director of Lending at Mountain BizWorks will be joining in to discuss lending opportunities that are available for small businesses\, how to position yourself to be competitive to receive a loan\, and answer those burning questions you have around lending for small businesses. \nThe Financial Literacy and Lending Opportunities workshop is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-literacy-and-lending-opportunities/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210808T223127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T170055Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to grow your business but you’re not sure how? Is your business already growing but you want to better understand how to strategically scale and move forward to ensure success? Come listen to a panel of local Western North Carolina businesses talk about the growth they’re experiencing\, what they did to ensure success\, and how they approached their growth with intentionality. \nJoin panel moderator Sarah Benoit and guest presenters: Libby O’Bryan\, Sew Co\, Sekou Coleman\, Word on the Street\, and Morika Walker\, MTN Merch. \nThe Growing Your Business panel discussion is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/growing-your-business/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative,Online Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T001521
CREATED:20210806T160744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T155746Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Makers Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday September 10th\, for an informal virtual gathering of artists and creatives from the Western North Carolina region and beyond. This is a relaxed networking event that will begin with a brief introduction and presentation to provide a glimpse of the upcoming 2021 Fall Craft Your Commerce workshop series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations. There will be general discussions and also breakout rooms so you can get to know attendees a little better. Join us for a free and fun afternoon. \nThe Makers Mixer is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Beyond the Studio: Financials and Operations.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fall-makers-mixer-2/
LOCATION:153 South Lexington Ave\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Craft Your Commerce,Event,Growth Initiative
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