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SUMMARY:Crafting Your Path | A Business Startup Guide for Creatives | April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover how your personal working style shapes your approach to business. In this in-person\, interactive workshop\, we’ll explore your mission\, vision\, and values—then apply them to real-world business structures using the Business Model Canvas. Together\, we’ll dive into pricing strategies\, marketing approaches\, and sustainable models tailored to your goals. Expect engaging group discussions\, practical takeaways\, and a supportive space to refine your current business—or bring a new idea to life. Come ready to dig in and collaborate! \nThe class will include a one-hour lunch break. Please bring your lunch\, or plan to grab a quick bite at a nearby restaurant. \nAdmission price includes access to four self-paced online courses\, so that you can continue working on your business skills after the workshop: \n\nPricing Your Work\nPhotographing Your Work\nOptimizing Your Web Presence\nGrant Writing for Artists\n\nInstructor Bio: Tracey Carswell (they/them) of Powerful in Pink is a queer and trans non-binary coach\, curator\, educator\, speaker and artist with a huge commitment to promoting equity for creatives and entrepreneurs. They invest in the growth and success of women\, femmes\, queer\, transgender\, gender non-conforming\, and BIPOC leaders in the jewelry and craft industries. They are also co-founder of Queer Metalsmiths\, a community space that honors\, centers\, and uplifts 2SLGBTQIA+ jewelers\, metalsmiths and makers.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/crafting-your-path-april-2026/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
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SUMMARY:Women in Trades Meetup with Craft Your Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Come meet and mingle with members of the Craft Your Commerce and Women in Trades communities – we know we have so much crossover! Jamie Karolich\, Program Director of Craft Your Commerce\, will share resources for businesses in the arts\, craft\, makers\, and designers arena. Women in Trades Hub will share their micro-staffing model supporting business\, and Women in Trades NC will share what they will be bringing to the community in 2026. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/women-in-trades-meetup-with-craft-your-commerce/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20260112T201032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T201032Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Grassroots Marketing for Artists
DESCRIPTION:This is marketing for people who hate schmoozing. This workshop will be focused on empowering you to choose marketing strategies that are authentic\, effective\, and sustainable for you. \nWe will focus on: \n\nEffective storytelling on the platforms of your choice\nWays to connect with your community both in-person and online\nWays to grow that community of friends and customers\n\nThis workshop will be centered around participation and sharing ideas — come ready to share what’s working and what’s not working for you! \nAbout the Instructor: \nHannah Kaminer is an artist and singer-songwriter writing songs about love\, loss\, and home. Raised in small towns in Western North Carolina\, she fuses echoes of Appalachian and country traditions with wistful\, Americana-style songwriting. She has Kickstarted and released three studio albums: Acre by Acre (2015)\, Heavy Magnolias (2018)\, and Heavy on the Vine (2024) which she produced with her band\, The Wistfuls. More info about her music is available at www.hannahkaminer.com.\nSince 2016\, Hannah has also worked in public relations and marketing\, including chapters in-house\, in the outdoor industry\, and in food and beverage. Because of a dual role in the arts and in business\, Hannah seeks to develop marketing strategy that is not only effective\, but sustainable\, authentic\, and sane. Her two favorite parts of marketing are finding the vital threads of a story and figuring out how to tell it powerfully. \n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-grassroots-marketing-for-artists/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20251210T185435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T193857Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | The Experimenter's Guide to Goals: Small Shifts\, Real Momentum
DESCRIPTION:Traditional goal-setting rarely fits the creative entrepreneur’s reality. This workshop introduces mindset shifts and practical tools tailored to makers and craft-based business owners. You’ll leave with a menu of small experiments you can put into practice immediately—so you can build momentum in a way that supports both your creativity and your business growth. \nWhat You’ll Gain in This Workshop: \nYou’ll leave with: \n\nMindset shifts that make goals feel energizing\, not overwhelming\nA personalized approach to goal-setting that fits your strengths and season of life\nSmall\, low-stakes experiments to clarify what actually works for you\nTools to overcome internal blocks and build momentum without pressure\nA repeatable process for refining goals with clarity\, intention\, and self-trust\n\nInstructor Bio: \nAnnie Woods is an Immigrant\, Writer\, and Transformational Leadership Coach with 13 years of supporting CEOs. Enneagram certified\, IFS-informed\, and trauma-aware.\nwww.anniepwoods.com\nwww.substack.com/anniepwoods
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-the-experimenters-guide-to-goals-small-shifts-real-momentum/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20251210T184743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T194022Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | A Year in Financials: Looking Back at 2025\, Looking Forward to 2026
DESCRIPTION:The close of the calendar year is the perfect opportunity to pause\, reflect\, and reset. In this workshop\, we’ll take a deep dive into the past year\, examining your finances (both business and personal)\, sales trends\, customer data\, and time management practices. Together\, we’ll assess your progress toward annual goals and identify areas for growth in the year ahead. This session not only prepares you for year-end taxes but also sets the foundation for deliberate and informed decision-making in the new year. Join us for a thoughtful check-in to align your personal and business priorities for success. \nInstructor Bio:  \nDeanna Lynch is a professional handweaver and part-time bookkeeper for small businesses. She has worked with a variety of industries over the years and is well versed in Quickbooks and helping businesses get set-up with appropriate record keeping systems. With both a creative and business background\, her approach to financials and information management is approachable. She emphasizes the use of systems that are flexible and can grow with your business and are tailored to each business’s unique needs.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-a-year-in-financials-looking-back-at-2025-looking-forward-to-2026/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20251106T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T185119Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | End-of-Year Lunch Social
DESCRIPTION:Free to attend\, lunch is on us! Please only sign up if you can definitely make it\, and if your plans change\, email leah@mountainbizworks.org to cancel your registration. \nJoin us for a casual and fun lunch get-together to celebrate the holiday season and the 2025 Power Pass initiative! Mingle with other makers and creatives\, and learn about Center for Craft and Craft Your Commerce programs coming up in the new year. \nRegistration closes Wednesday\, December 10th.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-december-lunch-social/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250718T153038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T153038Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Taxes for Creatives\, Makers\, and Solo Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nWhat can I deduct? Do I bring receipts to my accountant? Is my creative work 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? \nHannah will discuss the basic tax equation\, self employment tax and estimated quarterly taxes\, audit concerns for the creative person\, and other tax issues specifically relevant to creatives\, makers\, and freelancers\, followed by a question and answer period. \nInstructor Bio: \nHannah Cole is a tax expert who specializes in working with creative businesses and mission-driven solopreneurs. A long-time working artist herself\, she’s helped tens of thousands of self-employed people skill up with accessible tax and money education\, through her Money Bootcamp program\, speaking engagements from Florida to Alaska\, and on the Sunlight podcast. She is the founder of Sunlight Tax.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-taxes-for-creatives/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250718T152210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T152210Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Let's Make a Style Guide (You'll Actually Use)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nFeeling a little all over the place with your brand visuals? Have you gathered all your logos\, colors\, fonts\, and photos in one spot—or are they still scattered across old folders and emails? If creating a style guide sounds overwhelming or you’ve felt frustrated by a brand that doesn’t quite feel cohesive\, this workshop is for you. \nWe’ll walk step-by-step through building a simple brand foundation document in Canva. By the end\, you’ll have all your core visuals in one place—and a clearer sense of how to use them across your website\, social media\, and beyond. Come get organized\, feel more confident\, and actually enjoy the process. \nInstructor Bio: \nJess Mott Wickstrom is a graphic and front-end web designer who knows how to make content clearer\, websites stronger\, and presentations more persuasive. With a background in arts programming and project management\, she brings a thoughtful\, practical approach to every project. Her clients range from nonprofits and creative startups to large institutions—including Bosch USA\, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Planned Parenthood\, and the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival. She used to live full-time in an RV—these days\, she’s settled in Asheville with her husband\, two daughters\, and a very old pit bull named Pickle. silver-egg.org
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-style-guides/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20251001T160501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T160501Z
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SUMMARY:Eye II Eye: iPhonetography for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \n“EYE-II-EYE: iPhonetography for Artists” is an introductory workshop for artists who would like to explore and realize a suitable documentation of their artwork using a phone-based camera. This is an ideal class for those who are new to making intentional images with their phones\, all the way to those who have a system and practice\, and would like to build upon the basics. \nParticipants are invited to bring their phones to the space\, and we will spend time going through some simple considerations for different types of work. You will have a chance to share and review some of your own images\, and navigate through a couple big obstacles in your current documentation practice. Finally\, we will troubleshoot through how we can shape a workflow of observation and consideration\, and how best to think about using a phone’s camera to better document our work. \nWhat to expect:\n10:00 am – noon: Instruction\, discussion of best practices\nnoon – 1:00 pm Catered lunch (included in ticket price)\n1:00 – 3:00 pm: Demonstrations\, image “show-and-tell\,” hands on practice \nc. bay will also be offering one-on-one or small group technical assistance sessions the day following this workshop\, on Tuesday\, October 21st. Click here to learn more and sign up! \nAbout c. bay milin: \nA graduate from the School of Visual Arts in NYC\, with a Masters of Professional Studies in digital photography\, I am originally from the SF Bay Area\, and currently reside in Durham\, NC. I love following my curiosities and treat photography as a memory-holder\, as an idea palace\, as therapy\, and as healer. I aim to create work which peers behind the scenes of our place in the world\, and revel in seeking out observations of the desire or conflict in the balance between all things.\nPersonal interests include meandering through flea markets\, overheard conversations\, and all manner of pancakes.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/eye-ii-eye-iphonetography-for-artists/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250626T204526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T152801Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Holiday Season Planning: A Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED | This workshop has been moved to Friday\, October 3rd\, 11:00am-1:00pm \nWorkshop Description: \nNow is the time to plan your holiday season for success. Join marketing expert Catherine Campbell for a workshop where you’ll learn the same strategies Catherine has used to help plan\, organize and execute marketing campaigns that have generated over $3.5M in Black Friday-Cyber Monday product sales and $7M in product holiday sales…and learn how to tailor those strategies to your own personal timeframe\, daily schedule and business budget. You’ll learn about holiday sales and marketing timing\, tips and tricks\, and types of marketing you can do and discover what may be a good fit for you. You’ll receive a printed workbook PDF from Catherine to create your holiday marketing plan! A short Q&A will follow. \nYou’ll walk away with: \n*A workbook to create your personalized holiday marketing plan \n*A holiday marketing budget\, tailored to you \n*Tips and tricks to attract and convert customers \n*Ways to amplify your brand story and cut through the noise \n*Strategies you can use online and offline \n  \nInstructor Bio: \nCatherine Campbell (they/she) is the owner of One For The Books (OFTB)\, a marketing advisory that specializes in helping established brands in food\, hospitality\, and arts & culture. With nearly 20 years of experience\, they have led over one hundred client campaigns that have generated millions in revenue\, millions in brand reach\, and tens of thousands in social and email growth. Catherine was born and raised outside Asheville\, North Carolina.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-holiday-season-planning-a-marketing-workshop/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250611T175120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T175120Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Selling With Intention: A Practical Framework for Artist-Led Sales
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nThis professional development workshop offers a strategic approach to sales for makers and artists. Participants will examine key areas often overlooked in the development of effective sales practices\, with a focus on aligning creative integrity with market presence. The session will provide practical tools for refining communication\, enhancing customer engagement\, and articulating the value of handmade work. Artists will leave with a renewed understanding of their role not only as creators but also as ambassadors of their craft. \nInstructor Bio: \nLaura Wood is a full-time jewelry artist living in Asheville\, North Carolina. Her creative practice began in dance and shifted to contemporary jewelry in college\, at University of Georgia\, where she was introduced to jewelry and metalsmithing. A performative arts background continues to influence her work. Sculptural forms are thoughtfully engineered for the body and are intended to contribute to a daily experience. \nHer jewelry is represented in galleries and exhibitions nationally and internationally and has exhibited in widely celebrated craft expositions including the Smithsonian Craft Show in Washington\, DC\, American Craft Council Show in Baltimore\, MD\, and Sculpture\, Objects\, Functional Art and Design Expo (SOFA) in Chicago\, Illinois. Her retail store\, opened in 2024\, is located in the River Arts District of Asheville\, NC.  \nLaura’s work is among the permanent collections of the Gregg Museum of Art at North Carolina State University (NC)\, The Racine Art  Museum (WI)\, The Mint Museum (NC)\,  The Enamel Arts Foundation in Los Angeles (CA)\, The Philadelphia Museum of Art (PA)\, Yale University Art Gallery (CT)\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AR) and The Crocker Art Museum (CA).  \nLaura completed a three-year term in the resident artist program at Penland School of Craft (2017-2020). She is the founding voice of the annual ECU Symposium (2010) and co-founder of Jewelry Edition (2012-2021). The retail store\, Laura Wood Jewelry opened in the River Arts District\, Asheville\, NC in 2024. She earned a BFA from the University of Georgia (2007) and an MFA in metal design from East Carolina University (2011).
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-selling-with-intention/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250617T175028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T175028Z
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SUMMARY:Show Ready: Strategies for Craft Show Success
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nThis course outlines essential tools and strategies for preparing to sell your work at a craft show or market. From booth setup and pricing to branding and customer engagement\, we’ll cover key logistics that often get overlooked while artists are focused on producing the work itself. Whether you’re planning your first show or looking to improve your market presence\, this course is designed to help you show up prepared\, polished\, and ready to sell. \nThe class will run 9:00 am – 4:00 pm\, with a 1-hour lunch break at about noon. Catered lunch is included in the ticket price. \nInstructor Bio: \nLaura Wood is a full-time jewelry artist living in Asheville\, North Carolina. Her creative practice began in dance and shifted to contemporary jewelry in college\, at University of Georgia\, where she was introduced to jewelry and metalsmithing. A performative arts background continues to influence her work. Sculptural forms are thoughtfully engineered for the body and are intended to contribute to a daily experience. \nHer jewelry is represented in galleries and exhibitions nationally and internationally and has exhibited in widely celebrated craft expositions including the Smithsonian Craft Show in Washington\, DC\, American Craft Council Show in Baltimore\, MD\, and Sculpture\, Objects\, Functional Art and Design Expo (SOFA) in Chicago\, Illinois. Her retail store\, opened in 2024\, is located in the River Arts District of Asheville\, NC. \nLaura’s work is among the permanent collections of the Gregg Museum of Art at North Carolina State University (NC)\, The Racine Art  Museum (WI)\, The Mint Museum (NC)\,  The Enamel Arts Foundation in Los Angeles (CA)\, The Philadelphia Museum of Art (PA)\, Yale University Art Gallery (CT)\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AR) and The Crocker Art Museum (CA). \nLaura completed a three-year term in the resident artist program at Penland School of Craft (2017-2020). She is the founding voice of the annual ECU Symposium (2010) and co-founder of Jewelry Edition (2012-2021). The retail store\, Laura Wood Jewelry opened in the River Arts District\, Asheville\, NC in 2024. She earned a BFA from the University of Georgia (2007) and an MFA in metal design from East Carolina University (2011).
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-show-ready/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250611T163107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T163107Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Digital Organization for Creatives: Using Google Drive
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a messy digital “filing cabinet”? Would you like to streamline your creative business in the cloud? In this workshop\, learn how to organize your digital workspace using Google Suite and get a crash course on how to: \n\nOrganize files and folders in your Drive\nCollaborate and safely share files\nUtilize Google Docs and Sheets for your projects\nIntegrate your emails with Gmail\nManage your schedule in Google Calendar\n\n💻 Please bring your laptop\, tablet\, or phone to the workshop so you can follow along in real time. \nAbout the Instructor: \nTracey Carswell (they/them) is a queer coach\, artist\, entrepreneur\, and stage III breast cancer survivor who is passionate about leadership and empowering underrepresented communities. They are the founder of Powerful in Pink\, a brand that offers coaching\, business support\, curation\, and community building opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs. \nTracey’s commitment to community building is evident in their work as co-founder of Queer Metalsmiths\, a community space that uplifts 2SLGBTQIA+ jewelers\, metalsmiths\, and makers; with a focus on empowering individuals who have been excluded or marginalized in traditional creative and entrepreneurial fields. \nOverall\, Tracey’s commitment to community is the driving force behind their work. They strive to help individuals achieve their goals and create meaningful connections within their communities through their unique perspective and approach to personal and professional growth. \n@powerfulinpinkbytlc \nhttps://www.traceycarswell.com/ \n@queermetalsmiths \nhttps://www.queermetalsmiths.com/
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-digital-organization-for-creatives-using-google-drive/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250328T171555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T171555Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Grow with Intention: A Skills and Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you need help running your business but aren’t sure what tasks to hire out? \nIn this interactive workshop\, tools are provided to help you identify what facets of your business you are most highly skilled in and what pieces make the most sense (time\, budget\, and skills wise) to outsource to others.  We will take time as a group to complete a personal skill assessment and break into smaller groups with fellow creative business owners to discuss our findings. Getting really clear about what knowledge\, skills\, and abilities to hire for makes creating job postings a breeze and helps you find candidates who are the best fit for the job. \nAbout the Presenter: \nJillian Wright\, PHR (she/her/hers) is a certified HR professional with over eighteen years of experience working in anti-racist\, anti-oppression centered people operations (aka HR) for non-profit and mission-driven workplaces. She started Begin Again HR to provide intentional\, inclusive HR support for value-driven companies that care deeply about their people. \nJillian’s passion for people-support and behavioral psychology in the workplace along with her deep personal commitment to social justice as a member of the queer community has fueled her desire to help leaders create workplaces where their people can shine. \nWhen she’s not working\, Jillian enjoys dancing\, hiking\, reading\, and building forts with her two energetic kiddos.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-grow-with-intention/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250328T170811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T154308Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | Finding Your Audience: How to Attract Your Dream Clients
DESCRIPTION:Do you want more ideal clients? This workshop will teach you how to get clear on your Dream clients\, where to find them\, and how to better connect with them. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nClarity around your Dream Client (hint: it might not be your existing one)\nWhere to find your people online and offline\nConnection and outreach strategies\nLinkedIn\, Instagram\, and other paths to connect\n90-Day Action Plan\n\nThe Instructor: \n\nJacqueline Boone\, Founder + CEO of The Dream Academy
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-finding-your-audience/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250328T163154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T163154Z
UID:10002790-1745578800-1745586000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect | From Clicks to Customers: How to Build a Website that Converts
DESCRIPTION:Your website should do more than just exist. It should be your hardest-working sales tool! \nIn this workshop\, we’ll break down what makes a website easy to navigate and powerful enough to convert visitors into customers and clients. You’ll walk away knowing how to spot weak areas on your site\, fix common mistakes\, and make small tweaks that lead to big results. \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to get a short review of your website with personalized feedback and recommendations to make it work better for your business. \nAbout the Instructor: Alyssa Phillips Downey is the owner of Amp’d Designs\, helping businesses get noticed through bold\, unforgettable Branding & Web Design that is deeply rooted in both strategy and business goals\, and looks beautiful too. She loves working with fearless and ambitious entrepreneurs on designs that convey the intention and quality they put into their work.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-from-clicks-to-customers/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250130T174526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T174526Z
UID:10002775-1742554800-1742562000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect: Marketing Plans Made Simple with Liz Kantner
DESCRIPTION:Make your marketing manageable—and effective. \nTake the stress out of marketing with this 2-hour session led by marketing expert Liz Kantner. This workshop will break down the essentials of creating a clear\, actionable marketing plan with templates for creating your own marketing strategy plan. \nLiz will guide you through practical strategies to identify your goals\, target audience\, and key messaging. You’ll also have the chance to participate in collaborative discussions\, helping you refine your approach and walk away with a simplified plan you can implement right away.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-marketing-plans-made-simple/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250225T164526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T164526Z
UID:10002779-1741183200-1741194000@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Focused Grant Writing for Creatives and Arts-Affiliated Organizations
DESCRIPTION:Join Tanya Ledford of The Grant Guides for a hands-on workshop at the Center for Craft. Tanya will help demystify the application process for two key arts grants: the Arts AVL Arts Business Grant (due March 14\, 2025) and the South Arts Artist Grant (opening March 19\, 2025). In this focused session\, you’ll learn best practices for staying organized\, crafting clear and compelling applications\, and ethically leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT. The workshop will conclude with a dedicated work session\, where you’ll have time to apply what you’ve learned\, ask questions\, and receive personalized guidance—ensuring you leave with confidence and a stronger proposal.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/focused-grant-writing-for-creatives-and-arts-affiliated-organizations/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20250130T174327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T174327Z
UID:10002774-1740135600-1740142800@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Commerce Connect: Website Framework and Best Practices with Cami Leisk
DESCRIPTION:This 2-hour session with website strategist Cami Leisk will help you create a more effective and user-friendly website and ecommerce layout. Cami will cover key principles of navigation and website flow\, giving you a solid framework to design or redesign your online presence. \nThe session includes opportunities for partnered discussions\, where you’ll exchange ideas and gain clarity on what you want for your website. Whether you’re starting fresh or refining an existing site\, this workshop will equip you with practical tools to make your website work better for your business.
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/craft-your-commerce-connect-website-framework-and-best-practices-with-cami-leisk/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,In-Person,Learn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T202018
CREATED:20230630T194308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T181627Z
UID:10002345-1694106000-1694113200@wpengine.mountainbizworks.org
SUMMARY:Fall 2023 Makers Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, September 7th from 5-7 p.m.\, 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 2023 Fall Craft Your Commerce workshop series Investing for Creatives. Join us for a free and fun evening of socializing\, light bites\, and beverages. Lex Turnbull will be joining us to deliver a fun and informational zine making workshop. This is an in-person event held at the Center for Craft. \n\nThis is part of the Craft Your Commerce Workshop Series Investing for Creatives.  \nGet the Fall All Access Pass.  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://wpengine.mountainbizworks.org/event/fall-2023-makers-mixer/
LOCATION:Center for Craft\, 67 Broadway St\, Asheville\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Craft Your Commerce,Event,Learn
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