Foundations for Outdoor Businesses and Waypoint Accelerator aim to support outdoor businesses from start to growth ASHEVILLE, NC – JULY 21, 2022 –Mountain BizWorks is announcing a call for outdoor…
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First of its Kind “Building Outdoor Communities” Economic Development Program Launches in Western North Carolina
WNC: MADE X MTNS Partnership launches transformative program to support communities across 25 counties in developing their outdoor economies WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA, NC – JULY 12, 2022 – The WNC:…
Opportunity Appalachia Announces 9 Selected Projects to Bring Development to Communities in Western North Carolina
Awarded projects will bring jobs, business support, and investment to Western NC Appalachian communities Asheville, June 7, 2022—Opportunity Appalachia and Mountain BizWorks today announced the selection of nine projects to…
Announcing ScaleUp’s 11th Cohort
Thirteen Western North Carolina small businesses with strong growth potential have been selected for this highly competitive program ASHEVILLE, NC—MARCH 22, 2022—After a highly competitive round of applications topping…
“Stewards of Opportunity” Take Center Stage at 2022 Outdoor Economy Conference
Over 500 outdoor industry stakeholders will convene April 4-7 to grow a vibrant outdoor recreation economy in Western North Carolina and across the United States. CHEROKEE, NC—MARCH 3, 2022—The…
Opportunity Appalachia – Launch Webinar Announcement
Bringing investment to Central Appalachian coal-impacted communities, creating new jobs and businesses that support sustainable growth – NC projects are now eligible. Mountain BizWorks, the Appalachian Regional Commission, and Opportunity…