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SUMMARY:ScaleUp WNC Info Session & Happy Hour (Boone)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a founder or manager of a WNC small business with strong growth potential?\nIf so\, we invite you to join us for an informational session and happy hour to learn more about the 2017 ScaleUp WNC program. At this event\, you’ll get an overview of the program details and benefits\, will have a chance to meet some of our program facilitators and alumni\, and can ask any burning questions you may have. This session will especially focus on our first Boone-based ScaleUp WNC cohort being planned for 2017. You are not required to attend an info session to apply but we do encourage it as it provides an opportunity to introduce your company\, get some tips on the application process\, and to ensure the program is a good fit. \nPlease RSVP using the form below.  \nYou can also find our more about the ScaleUp WNC program here.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/scaleup-wnc-info-session-happy-hour-boone/
LOCATION:Basil’s Pasta & Booneshine Brewing\, 246 Wilson Drive\, Suite K\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,High Country Classes & Workshops,ScaleUp
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
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SUMMARY:MBW Orientation and Info Session
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us January 25th from 4:30-5:30 pm for a free orientation and info session at Mountain BizWorks! \nOur mission is to build a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial community in Western North Carolina by helping small businesses start\, grow\, and thrive and Mountain BizWorks achieves this through a variety of services.  We will cover who we are\, a quick intro to our lending program\, a quick overview of our core learning programs (coaching\, Foundations\, Alpine\, ScaleUp\, Financial Tools\, etc.).  Also\, at the end we will have time for Q&A with MBW staff. \nPerfect for people who are:   \nA) Interested in starting a business and not sure where to start \nOR \nB) Want to connect with MBW for the first time and want to understand our services and our approach to developing entrepreneurs through a supportive\, entrepreneur-centered and peer-led approach. \nPlease RSVP using the form below.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/info-session-classes-and-scale-up-wnc/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Orientation Session
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170118T120000
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SUMMARY:THIS CLASS IS FULL:  Foundations Business Planning Class with Jodi Rhoden (Thursday mornings 9am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:The Foundations Business Planning Class helps aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners to create comprehensive business plans in order to start-up\, expand\, or enhance their businesses. \nDelivered to thousands of entrepreneurs over 20 years\, the curriculum has been honed to help entrepreneurs build a solid foundation for business growth. Now\, the Birds Eye team has updated and refreshed this curriculum to make it even more efficient and effective. \nIn 18 hours over 6 weekly sessions\, 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. \n\nWeek 1: Gaining Perspective: We start by viewing our business concepts from a high altitude\, in order to define our visions and get a good look at the main topics to be addressed.\nWeek 2: Laying the Foundation: Next\, we return to the ground level to define our lines of business and analyze financial essentials\, from overhead costs to break-even points.\nWeek 3: Getting into the Flow: In the third session\, we’ll cover the financial bases of cash flow\, sales forecasting\, and financial documents.\nWeek 4: Mission & Markets: Then\, we’ll revisit our mission\, discuss market research\, and identify competitors in order to align with our target markets.\nWeek 5: Get the Word Out: Next\, we’ll discuss creative marketing strategies and give peer feedback on marketing materials.\nWeek 6: Goodbye & Good Luck: Finally\, we’ll present our business plans\, share final pitches\, and plan for next steps.\n\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. \nThe Foundations Business  Planning class is offered at Mountain BizWorks. The cost for the 6-session class is $375; some partial scholarships are available. \n*This is a 6 session class spanning 6 weeks \nContinue to the Foundations Registration Form »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/foundations-business-planning-class-with-jodi-rhoden-thursday-mornings-9am-12pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Foundations Business Planning
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
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SUMMARY:QuickBooks Payroll Processing for Desktop- Jeff Weathers\, certified Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor 12/13
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for those who have a general understanding of QuickBooks. \nPreparing payroll in any small business can be a daunting task. Whether you have one employee or 20\, the federal and state requirements are often the same. However\, by using the payroll feature in the QuickBooks desktop product\, you can master the efficient techniques for setting up employees\, creating paychecks\, paying taxes\, and generating Quarterly and Annual forms reports quickly and easily. \nThis session will begin with an introduction to payroll and taxes and what it means to “do payroll.” It will also cover how to prepare for the payroll process by finding the information needed on the Internal Revenue Service\, NCDOR\, and Employment Security websites\, from the details of complying with withholding requirements for taxes to the process of applying for an employer identification number and other state identification numbers. Then\, it will touch on all aspects of how to set up\, maintain\, and process payroll for your employees.  This class meets for one session 9AM to 12PM
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/quickbooks-payroll-processing-for-desktop-jeff-weathers-certified-advanced-quickbooks-proadvisor-1213/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161206T171500
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
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LAST-MODIFIED:20161121T210749Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Information Sessions - Rebekah Wallace 12/6
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Q&A session to find out what resources are available to start\, expand or exit your business.  Session is hosted by Rebekah Wallace business coordinator with Mountain BizWorks.  Once a month on Tuesdays from 4:30PM – 5:15PM.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/tuesday-information-sessions-moriah-heaney-126/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160913T231619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161024T153857Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with Barry Gupton 11/29 & 12/6
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the basic financial management principles that all small business owners should know. Participants will walk away with the tools to understand the basics of business finance so they can make informed decisions on what they need to do to be on a solid footing for organizing and managing their business finances.  This workshop is a great prelude to learning Quick Books.  Topics discussed are record keeping; bookkeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports.  This workshop meets 9AM to 12PM each session for two sessions.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-small-business-financials-formerly-financial-tools-barry-gupton-1129-126/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160913T232217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160922T143638Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to QuickBooks - Jeff Weathers\, certified Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor November 15th (Tuesday) & November 18th (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for those who do not use or are beginners in using QuickBooks.  No prior knowledge of QuickBooks is required. \nSession 1: Overview of the QuickBooks line of products (Online\, Pro\, Premier\, and Enterprise) to determine which product is best for your business. Detailed training will be given on the QuickBooks desktop product\, including: setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, setting up your products and services\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms to record sales and manage expenses. \nSession 2: An expansion on what was covered in the previous session with class participation strongly encouraged to discuss particular needs and more complex transactions that may be encountered\, including: receiving payments and paying bills\, managing accounts receivable and accounts payable\, reconciling bank and credit card accounts\, and how to generate and understand your financial reports (Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet).  This class meets for two sessions 9AM to 12PM.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-quickbooks-jeff-weathers-certified-advanced-quickbooks-proadvisor-november-15th-tuesday-november-18th-friday/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161108T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161108T171500
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160913T235135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T235152Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Information Sessions - Rebekah Wallace 11/8
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Q&A session to find out what resources are available to start\, expand or exit your business.  Session is hosted by Rebekah Wallace business coordinator with Mountain BizWorks.  Once a month on Tuesdays from 4:30PM – 5:15PM.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/rmation-sessions-tuesday-information-sessions-moriah-heaney-118/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160921T153944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160926T155254Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations Business Planning Class with Jodi Rhoden (Monday evenings 6pm-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:The Foundations Business Planning Class helps aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners to create comprehensive business plans in order to start-up\, expand\, or enhance their businesses. \nDelivered to thousands of entrepreneurs over 20 years\, the curriculum has been honed to help entrepreneurs build a solid foundation for business growth. Now\, the Birds Eye team has updated and refreshed this curriculum to make it even more efficient and effective. \nIn 18 hours over 6 weekly sessions\, 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. \n\nWeek 1: Gaining Perspective: We start by viewing our business concepts from a high altitude\, in order to define our visions and get a good look at the main topics to be addressed.\nWeek 2: Laying the Foundation: Next\, we return to the ground level to define our lines of business and analyze financial essentials\, from overhead costs to break-even points.\nWeek 3: Getting into the Flow: In the third session\, we’ll cover the financial bases of cash flow\, sales forecasting\, and financial documents.\nWeek 4: Mission & Markets: Then\, we’ll revisit our mission\, discuss market research\, and identify competitors in order to align with our target markets.\nWeek 5: Get the Word Out: Next\, we’ll discuss creative marketing strategies and give peer feedback on marketing materials.\nWeek 6: Goodbye & Good Luck: Finally\, we’ll present our business plans\, share final pitches\, and plan for next steps.\n\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. \nThe Foundations Business  Planning class is offered at Mountain BizWorks. The cost for the 6-session class is $375; some partial scholarships are available. \n*This is a 6 session class spanning 7 weeks\, with a bye week (no class) on week 4. \nContinue to the Foundations Registration Form »
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/foundations-business-planning-class-with-jodi-rhoden-monday-evenings-6pm-9pm/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Foundations Business Planning
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160913T231246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160922T143644Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Tools with Barry Gupton 10/25 &11/1
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the basic financial management principles that all small business owners should know. Participants will walk away with the tools to understand the basics of business finance so they can make informed decisions on what they need to do to be on a solid footing for organizing and managing their business finances.  This workshop is a great prelude to learning Quick Books.  Topics discussed are recordkeeping; bookeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports.  This workshop meets 9AM to 12PM each session for two sessions.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/introduction-to-small-business-financials-formerly-financial-tools-barry-gupton-1025-111/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160912T153152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T153152Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying Markets & Sales Avenues for Ag-Based Businesses “CrashPad” Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify your business market and sales avenues with Tumbling Shoals farms! Tumbling Shoals Farm is owned and operated by Shiloh Avery and Jason Roehrig.  They grow certified organic vegetables and fruit. They have been farming since returning from Peace Corps service as agriculture volunteers in Madagascar in 2002. \nThe course is part of Mountain BizWorks’ 2016-17 High Country training series offered in partnership with Ascent Business Network and with funding support from USDA Rural Development and Appalachian Regional Commission. \nCost: FREE\nWhen: Monday\, October 17th – 6 pm to 9 pm\nWhere: BREMCO community room\n2375 NC Hwy. 163. West Jefferson\, NC 28694 \nClick here to register
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/identifying-markets-sales-avenues-for-ag-based-businesses-crashpad-workshop/
LOCATION:BREMCO community room\, 2375 NC Hwy. 163\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694 \, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,High Country Classes & Workshops,Local Food & Farming Initiatives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161011T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161011T171500
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160913T234732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T234732Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Information Sessions - Rebekah Wallace 10/11
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Q&A session to find out what resources are available to start\, expand or exit your business.  Session is hosted by Rebekah Wallace business coordinator with Mountain BizWorks.  Once a month on Tuesdays from 4:30PM – 5:15PM.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/tuesday-information-sessions-moriah-heaney-1011/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232719
CREATED:20160912T152927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T152927Z
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SUMMARY:Visioning & Business Planning “CrashPad” Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Vision your business model to take your idea to the next level. This free workshop will be facilitated by Business Coach and CEO\, Chris Grasinger. \nThe course is part of Mountain BizWorks’ 2016-17 High Country training series offered in partnership with Ascent Business Network and with funding support from USDA Rural Development and Appalachian Regional Commission. \nCost: FREE\nWhen: Monday\, October 10th – 6 pm to 9 pm\nWhere: Appalachian Enterprise Center\n130 Poplar Grove Extension\, Boone\, NC 28607 \nClick here to register
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/visioning-business-planning-crashpad-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Watauga County\, TBD\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,High Country Classes & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
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SUMMARY:6-Week Business Planning Course in West Jefferson (Ashe Co.)
DESCRIPTION:The 6-Week Business Planning Course helps aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners to create a comprehensive business plan and gain the goals needed to successfully launch or improve your business. Participants acquire a clear aerial perspective of operations\, financials\, product/service development\, and marketing. The concepts of start-up and overhead costs\, units\, break-even point\, cash flow\, mission and vision\, target markets\, and marketing strategy are featured. This course is an refined version of the popular Foundations course that has helped to launch and expand hundreds of WNC’s most successful small businesses. \nThis course will take place in West Jefferson (location TBD) beginning Thursday October 6 and running until November 10th from 6pm-9pm each week. This course will be facilitated by Carol Coulter. \nClick here to register\n \nThe course is part of Mountain BizWorks’ 2016-17 High Country training series offered in partnership with Ascent Business Network and with funding support from USDA Rural Development and Appalachian Regional Commission. \nIn 18 hours over 6 weekly sessions\, participants will gain a clear aerial perspective of their business operations\, financials\, research and development\, and marketing strategies. Participants will leave the course with a comprehensive business plan\, a clear vision for their business\, and concrete tasks for future work. \n\nWeek 1 Gaining Perspective: We start by viewing our business concepts from a high altitude\, in order to define our visions and get a good look at the main topics to be addressed.\nWeek 2 Laying the Foundation: Next\, we return to the ground level to define our lines of business and analyze financial essentials\, from overhead costs to break-even points.\nWeek 3 Getting into the Flow: In the third session\, we’ll cover the financial bases of cash flow\, sales forecasting\, and financial documents.\nWeek 4 Mission & Markets: Then\, we’ll revisit our mission\, discuss market research\, and identify competitors in order to align with our target markets.\nWeek 5 Get the Word Out: Next\, we’ll discuss creative marketing strategies and give peer feedback on marketing materials.\nWeek 6 Goodbye & Good Luck: Finally\, we’ll present our business plans\, share final pitches\, and plan for next steps.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/6-week-business-planning-course-in-west-jefferson-ashe-co/
LOCATION:West Jefferson TBD\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694
CATEGORIES:Class,High Country Classes & Workshops
GEO:36.4037364;-81.4928829
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20161003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20161003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160912T152634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T152634Z
UID:10001600-1475517600-1475528400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Visioning & Business Planning “CrashPad” Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Vision your business model to take your idea to the next level. This free workshop will be facilitated by Business Coach and CEO\, Chris Grasinger. \nThe course is part of Mountain BizWorks’ 2016-17 High Country training series offered in partnership with Ascent Business Network and with funding support from USDA Rural Development and Appalachian Regional Commission. \nCost: FREE\nWhen: Monday\, October 3rd – 6 pm to 9 pm\nWhere: Blue Ridge Business Development Center\n115 Atwood St.\, Sparta\, NC 28675 \nClick here to register
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/visioning-business-planning-crashpad-workshop/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Business Development Center\, 115 Atwood St.\, Sparta\, NC\, 28675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,High Country Classes & Workshops
GEO:36.512867;-81.120053
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160912T151209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T151519Z
UID:10001598-1475172000-1475182800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Agribusiness "CrashPad" Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The discussion will focus on visioning your agriculturally based business in a financially sustainable way. Whether you have an idea for a business or want to expand an existing business\, all are welcome to attend. This Crashpad will be facilitated by Carol Coulter\, owner of Heritage Homestead Goat Dairy and executive director of Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture. \nThe course is part of Mountain BizWorks’ 2016-17 High Country training series offered in partnership with Ascent Business Network and with funding support from USDA Rural Development and Appalachian Regional Commission. \nCost: FREE\nWhen: Thursday\, September 29th – 6 pm to 9 pm\nWhere: BREMCO community room\n2375 NC Hwy. 163. West Jefferson\, NC 28694 \nClick here to register
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fundamentals-of-agribusiness-crashpad-workshop/
LOCATION:BREMCO community room\, 2375 NC Hwy. 163\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694 \, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,High Country Classes & Workshops,Local Food & Farming Initiatives
GEO:36.376765;-81.472172
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160927T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160927T171500
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160913T230123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T230123Z
UID:10001610-1474993800-1474996500@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Information Session with Rebekah Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Q&A session to find out what resources are available to start\, expand or exit your business.  Session is hosted by Rebekah Wallace Business Coaching Coordinator with Mountain BizWorks.  Informations will be held once a month on Tuesdays from 4:30PM – 5:15PM.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/tuesday-information-session-with-moriah-heaney/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160921T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160921T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160907T163208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T134959Z
UID:10001695-1474479000-1474489800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Worker Owner Cooperatives Learning Lab 101 with Franzi Charen
DESCRIPTION:An exploration into the variety of ways businesses can democratize ownership. \n\nGain an understanding of the power that cooperatives have to transform communities and build better businesses.\n\nSubjects covered: How to join a coop and transitioning your business into a cooperative workplace.\n\nGuest speakers: Molly Hemstreet\, Opportunity Threads & Carolina Textile Districtand Calvin Allen of Ujamaa Freedom Market.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/worker-owner-cooperatives-esop-learning-lab-101-with-franzi-charen/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160907T161510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160922T143703Z
UID:10001694-1474362000-1474372800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Financial Tools 9AM to 12PM with Barry Gupton 9/20/16 & 9/27/16
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the basic financial management principles that all small business owners should know.\nTo give existing and future small business owners a basic understanding of business finance so they can make informed decisions on what they need to do and what else they need to learn to be on a solid footing for organizing and managing their business finances.  A great prelude to learning Quick Books.\nTopics discussed are recordkeeping; bookeeping; accounting; creating\, understanding and using financial statements and reports
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/financial-tools-9am-to-12pm-with-barry-gupton-92016-92716/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Financial Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T174628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T150751Z
UID:10001690-1471597200-1471608000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Identity & Content Marketing for Small Business: Content Production & Distribution (Part III of III)
DESCRIPTION:3-part series: August 5\, 12 & 19 \nThe second most effective form of marketing is content marketing. It’s also one of the most overlooked strategies for small business owners. Why is that? \nGood content marketing happens at the intersection of brand authenticity\, creativity\, and technology. Often times\, those who are creative tend to resist technology and those who are comfortable with technology are not as strong producing original content. \nPartnerships between creative and technical people can produce amazing results\, like Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak who together founded Apple. Yet in the absence of a match made in heaven\, simple user-focused technical tools available to creative people makes the process easier than ever before. And\, with these tools\, the technically minded are often more creative than they may give themselves credit for. \nWhat’s more\, mass marketing advertising is declining in effectiveness. Today\, Millennials respond to content marketing because of relationships they can have with brands\, which makes content marketing an effective strategy your small business can’t overlook. \nIn this three-part workshop\, Mountain BizWorks coaches Glenn Geffcken and Tony Zeoli will offer insights and introduce easy-to-use tools to launch an effective brand and content marketing strategy (or enhance an existing one)\, supporting lead generation and an inbound marketing process to grow your small business. \nCost per session is $20\, $35 for two\, or $50 for all three. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients; to apply for a scholarship or for more information\, please contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10. \nPart III: Content Production & Distribution\nInstructor: Tony Zeoli\, digital strategist\, growth hacker\, and Mountain BizWorks coach \nCourse Elements: \n\nReview of various content types\nIdentify and discuss content marketing production methods\nDefine campaign assets\, software tools\, and resources\nCreate a content marketing calendar\nMarketing distribution channels (website\, blog\, social media\, etc.)\nBuild an effective lead generation and in-bound marketing strategy\nTrack analytics and assess results\n\nCLICK HERE for Part I\n\nCLICK HERE for Part II
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/identity-content-marketing-for-small-business-content-production-distribution-part-iii-of-iii/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T165217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T150729Z
UID:10001679-1470992400-1471003200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Identity & Content Marketing for Small Business: Content & Inbound Marketing Strategy (Part II of III)
DESCRIPTION:3-part series: August 5\, 12 & 19 \nThe second most effective form of marketing is content marketing. It’s also one of the most overlooked strategies for small business owners. Why is that? \nGood content marketing happens at the intersection of brand authenticity\, creativity\, and technology. Often times\, those who are creative tend to resist technology and those who are comfortable with technology are not as strong producing original content. \nPartnerships between creative and technical people can produce amazing results\, like Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak who together founded Apple. Yet in the absence of a match made in heaven\, simple user-focused technical tools available to creative people makes the process easier than ever before. And\, with these tools\, the technically minded are often more creative than they may give themselves credit for. \nWhat’s more\, mass marketing advertising is declining in effectiveness. Today\, Millennials respond to content marketing because of relationships they can have with brands\, which makes content marketing an effective strategy your small business can’t overlook. \nIn this three-part workshop\, Mountain BizWorks coaches Glenn Geffcken and Tony Zeoli will offer insights and introduce easy-to-use tools to launch an effective brand and content marketing strategy (or enhance an existing one)\, supporting lead generation and an inbound marketing process to grow your small business. \nCost per session is $20\, $35 for two\, or $50 for all three. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients; to apply for a scholarship or for more information\, please contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10. \nPart II: Content & Inbound Marketing Strategy\nInstructors: Glenn Geffcken\, author\, blogger\, co-founder of Balanced Is\, and Mountain BizWorks coach; Tony Zeoli\, digital strategist\, growth hacker\, and Mountain BizWorks coach \nCourse Elements: \n\nThe relationship between identity\, culture\, and content marketing\nDefining content marketing and its many facets\nThe effectiveness of content marketing\nThe difference between content marketing assets and delivery mechanisms\nContent marketing as a component of inbound marketing\, lead generation\, and CRM (customer relationship management)\nDeep dive: case studies and discussion\n\nCLICK HERE for Part I\n\nCLICK HERE for Part III
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/identity-content-marketing-for-small-business-content-inbound-marketing-strategy-part-ii-of-iii/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160811T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T172039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T150847Z
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SUMMARY:Legal Help for Your Small Biz: Employee Contracts (Part II of II)
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, another set of employment regulations are imposed on your business. Join Asheville business law attorney Michael Palermo for an introduction to the most important employment laws a small-to-medium sized business owner needs to understand. \nMichael will cover what makes someone an employee versus an independent contractor; what wage and overtime laws apply; workplace safety regulations\, such as OSHA and “Right to Know” laws about hazardous substances; and discrimination laws. Cost is $20 to attend one session\, or $35 for both. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients; contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 x10 for details. \nCLICK HERE for Part I
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/legal-help-for-your-small-biz-employee-contracts-part-ii-of-ii/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T174547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T150925Z
UID:10001688-1470387600-1470398400@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Identity & Content Marketing for Small Business: Brand/Identity & Strategy (Part I of III)
DESCRIPTION:3-part series: August 5\, 12 & 19 \nThe second most effective form of marketing is content marketing. It’s also one of the most overlooked strategies for small business owners. Why is that? \nGood content marketing happens at the intersection of brand authenticity\, creativity\, and technology. Often times\, those who are creative tend to resist technology and those who are comfortable with technology are not as strong producing original content. \nPartnerships between creative and technical people can produce amazing results\, like Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak who together founded Apple. Yet in the absence of a match made in heaven\, simple user-focused technical tools available to creative people makes the process easier than ever before. And\, with these tools\, the technically minded are often more creative than they may give themselves credit for. \nWhat’s more\, mass marketing advertising is declining in effectiveness. Today\, Millennials respond to content marketing because of relationships they can have with brands\, which makes content marketing an effective strategy your small business can’t overlook. \nIn this three-part workshop\, Mountain BizWorks coaches Glenn Geffcken and Tony Zeoli will offer insights and introduce easy-to-use tools to launch an effective brand and content marketing strategy (or enhance an existing one)\, supporting lead generation and an inbound marketing process to grow your small business. \nCost per session is $20\, $35 for two\, or $50 for all three. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients; to apply for a scholarship or for more information\, please contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10. \nPart I: Brand/Identity & Strategy\nInstructor: Glenn Geffcken\, author\, blogger\, co-founder of Balanced Is\, and Mountain BizWorks coach \nCourse Elements: \n\nWhat is brand/identity and why is it important?\nHow do people perceive your brand/identity?\nHow to develop your authentic brand\nDiscover your uniqueness and how that can translate into compelling content\nHow to enable brand strategy to inspire a compelling culture\n\nCLICK HERE for Part II\n \nCLICK HERE for Part III\n \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/identity-content-marketing-for-small-business-brandidentity-strategy-part-i-of-iii/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160804T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T171541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T150951Z
UID:10001681-1470301200-1470304800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Legal Help for Your Small Biz: Starting a Company (Part I of II)
DESCRIPTION:Get your business started on the right track by creating a clear framework for its entire life cycle: from operation\, to growth\, to investment\, to sale. Join Asheville business law attorney Michael Palermo to understand a variety of legal considerations for the new entrepreneur\, such as who makes critical decisions; who has a right to share in profits; and how to bring in new partners and plan for outside investment\, growth\, and transfer. \nMichael will focus on the most common types of businesses: sole proprietorship\, corporation\, and limited liability company\, and he’ll share examples around forming a traditional corporation and an LLC. Cost is $20 to attend one session\, or $35 for both. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients; contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 x10 for details. \nCLICK HERE for Part II
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/legal-help-for-your-small-biz-starting-a-company-part-i-of-ii/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T173328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T151024Z
UID:10001685-1470128400-1470139200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks for Your Small Business (4 Sessions)
DESCRIPTION:4-part series: August 2\, 9\, 16 & 23\n\nLearn how to use QuickBooks for your small business with Jeff Weathers\, a certified Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor. \nSession 1: Overview of the QuickBooks line of products (Online\, Pro\, Premier\, and Enterprise) to determine which product is best for your business. Detailed training will be given on the QuickBooks desktop product\, including: setting up a company file and chart of accounts\, navigating the home page\, setting up your products and services\, and using QuickBooks lists and forms to record sales and manage expenses. \nSession 2: An expansion on what was covered in the previous session with class participation strongly encouraged to discuss particular needs and more complex transactions that may be encountered\, including: receiving payments and paying bills\, managing accounts receivable and accounts payable\, reconciling bank and credit card accounts\, and how to generate and understand the two main financial reports (Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet). \nSession 3: This class pulls together information from the previous sessions\, sharing how to use classes\, customize and use reports\, and create financial statements to analyze your business. \nSession 4: Preparing payroll in any small business can be a daunting task. This session will begin with an introduction to payroll and taxes and what it means to “do payroll.” It will also cover how to prepare for the payroll process by finding the information needed on the Internal Revenue Service\, NCDOR\, and Employment Security websites\, from the details of complying with withholding requirements for taxes to the process of applying for an employer identification number and other state identification numbers. Then\, it will touch on all aspects of how to set up\, maintain\, and process payroll for your employees. \nCost is $150 to attend. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients\, making the course free; contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/quickbooks-for-your-small-business-4-sessions/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160726T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160726T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160622T141629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160622T141629Z
UID:10001677-1469554200-1469565000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Cooperatives Learning Lab 101: Thinking Outside the Boss
DESCRIPTION:Mountain BizWorks coach Franzi Charen\, of Asheville Grown Business Alliance and Hip Replacements clothing\, leads an exploration into the variety of ways businesses can democratize ownership. Whether you’re interested in starting a cooperative business\, joining a coop\, or transitioning your business into a cooperative workplace\, this lab is a great place to start. Gain an understanding of the power that cooperatives have to transform communities and build better businesses. Guest speakers: Molly Hemstreet\, Opportunity Threads & Carolina Textile District; and Calvin Allen\, Ujamaa Freedom Market. Cost to attend is $20; limited scholarships are available. To apply for a scholarship\, please contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or 828-253-2834 x10.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/cooperatives-learning-lab-101-thinking-outside-the-boss-2/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160616T172105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160622T141811Z
UID:10001675-1468486800-1468497600@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Have a great business idea but aren’t sure where to start to turn it into a reality? Discover your next steps in this workshop with Mountain BizWorks coach John Woods. Content is tailored to the specific needs of attendees and can range from who you need on your team (lawyer\, bookkeeper\, etc.)\, to financials\, to marketing. \nCost is $20 to attend. Limited scholarships are available for Mountain BizWorks clients; contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/business-basics/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.590696;-82.552115
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office 153 S Lexington Avenue Asheville NC 28801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=153 S Lexington Avenue:geo:-82.552115,35.590696
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160630T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
CREATED:20160603T192313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160622T183215Z
UID:10001674-1467279000-1467306000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Zodiak: The Game of Business Finance and Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Paradigm Learning\, a successful global management training and consulting company\, has generously donated their Zodiak program to Mountain BizWorks for use with ScaleUp WNC participants and clients. What’s Zodiak? It’s a business finance and strategy game that’s a fun\, accessible\, and effective tool to quickly increase your (or your team’s) financial literacy and business acumen to positively impact your bottom line. Come play for the day! \nFree\, but please RSVP below. Only 28 seats are available (max 3 people per company). Lunch will be provided. Join us in the Asheville Chamber of Commerce/Lenoir-Rhyne second-floor boardroom.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/scaleup-wnc-zodiak-training/
LOCATION:Asheville Chamber/Lenoir-Rhyne\, 36 Montford Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
GEO:35.5972699;-82.560511
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232720
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SUMMARY:Holding Your Line In Business
DESCRIPTION:New Mountain BizWorks coach Michelle Fleckner—who assists with revenue strategies\, team development\, communication strategies\, business growth planning\, sustainable practices\, and support for work-life balance—will address this important question: How can climate change impact your business? \nLearn strategies and solutions for creating a climate-resilient and sustainable company. In this workshop\, participants will: \n\n\nDiscover what makes a climate-resilient business\nLearn how to create a sustainability paper trail\nReview sustainability communications and marketing strategies\nCreate business contingency plans\nLearn how to append existing talent acquisition and retention plans\n\nCost is $20 to attend. Limited scholarships are available for MBW clients; contact Rebekah Wallace at moriah@mountainbizworks.org or (828) 253-2834 x10 for details.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/holding-your-line-in-business/
LOCATION:Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office\, 153 S Lexington Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160621T190000
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SUMMARY:Fast Track B Corp Hackathon & Social
DESCRIPTION:As you may well know\, the annual B Corps Champions Retreat will be held this October (October 19 and 20). Anyone who wants to get their company certified and attend the retreat this fall will need to complete the process in the next couple of months. We can put you on the fast track to certification! \nJoin Mountain BizWorks and Asheville B Corp Network for an afternoon hackathon followed by a B Corp and values-based business social at New Belgium Brewery.* This event is an opportunity for existing and prospective B Corps to gather in the same room and work together on the B Impact Assessment\, which is the first step in the certification process. It will be a great time to share best practices\, ask questions\, and get some help on documentation. We’ll have owners of local B Corps and members from the global B Lab team on hand to assist you in becoming a B Corp or modifying your assessment to address any new ways you’re using business as a force for good. If you have your own laptop or tablet\, please bring with you; we will provide some laptops for use during the event. \n* There is no cost to attend this event\, but we do request that you RSVP below. \nAgenda \n2:30-3 pm: Optional tour of newly certified B Corp Deltec Homes’ facility before the hackathon (69 Bingham Road)\n3-5 pm: Fast Track Hackathon at Deltec Homes\n5:30-7 pm: Social at New Belgium Brewing’s new Liquid Center (21 Craven Street)
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fast-track-b-corp-hackathon-social/
LOCATION:Deltec Homes\, 69 Bingham Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:B Corp Series,Class
ORGANIZER;CN="Ascent Business Network":MAILTO:info@ascentbusinessnetwork.com
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