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Event Series 1 Million Cups AVL

1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and

Free

Foundations Business Planning Course (AVL) – FULL  In-Person

Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office Asheville

Our Foundations business planning course helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment. Join a cohort of aspiring and existing entrepreneurs to gain an aerial perspective of your vision and the comprehensive business skills necessary to help bring your visions into reality. Participants will gain a clear aerial perspective of

$445

Understanding Owner-Occupied Commercial Real Estate: A Guide to Buying Your Building  Virtual

Virtual Online — Zoom

Do you want to own the building where your business operates? This class aims to provide participants with an introductory understanding of owner-occupied commercial real estate, empowering you to make informed decisions when considering purchasing a building for your business. By the end of the course, participants will learn the fundamentals of commercial real estate

$10

Fundaciones Planeación de Negocios  In-Person

East Marion Pentecostal Holiness Church Marion

Planifique, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios, Fundaciones!  Fecha: La clase se reunirá todos los sábados a partir del 20 de julio. Hora: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Ubicación: East Marion Pentecostal Holiness Church 900 Baldwin Ave, Marion, NC 28752 Precio del Curso El costo del curso es de

$225
Event Series 1 Million Cups AVL

1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and

Free
Event Series 1 Million Cups AVL

1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and

Free

Orientation Session (Virtual)  Virtual

Zoom (Virtual)

Join us for an information session to discover what resources are available at Mountain BizWorks that will help you start, grow, and thrive in your business. Hosted by our Learning Program Manager, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs. 

Free

Craft Your Commerce: Makers Mixer Fall 2024  In-Person

Torched AVL Asheville

Join fellow artists and creatives from Western North Carolina for an informal, in-person gathering. This relaxed networking event kicks off with a brief introduction and presentation, offering a sneak peek into the upcoming Fall Craft Your Commerce workshop series. Enjoy an evening of socializing, light bites, and beverages. Meredith and Nora of Torched AVL will

Free

Foundations Business Planning Course (Virtual)  Virtual

Virtual Online — Zoom

Our Foundations business planning course helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment. Join a cohort of aspiring and existing entrepreneurs to gain an aerial perspective of your vision and the comprehensive business skills necessary to help bring your visions into reality. Participants will gain a clear aerial perspective of

$445
Event Series 1 Million Cups AVL

1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and

Free
Event Series 1 Million Cups AVL

1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and

Free

Energize Your Business Sustainability Action Plan  In-Person

Lenoir-Rhyne University Asheville Asheville

How does your business impact your community?  What can your business do to support a thriving community? These are essential questions for a sustainable business.   The movement to transition to a sustainable business is accelerating.  Pressure to comply with Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) guidelines is mounting and is coming from consumers, larger brands, and

Free

Craft Your Commerce: Broaden Your Business with Wholesale  Virtual

Zoom (Virtual)

Join Nanette Asbury for the Broaden Your Business with Wholesale workshop, where she draws from her extensive experience as an artist-owned wholesale business and gallery owner. Nanette will provide invaluable insights into evaluating products, assessing business readiness for retail partnerships, and developing long-term relationships with retailers. Key topics include understanding wholesale basics, creating effective pricing

$10
Event Series 1 Million Cups AVL

1 Million Cups AVL  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

1 Million Cups is a Kaufman Foundation initiative intended to bring founders together so they can uplift one another, learn from each other, and solve problems together. 1 Million Cups AVL is our local chapter, and Hatch Innovation Hub is its home. It offers an inclusive space for entrepreneurs to connect, work through challenges, and

Free

Craft Your Commerce: Pricing Your Work  Virtual

Zoom (Virtual)

This workshop will be led by Deanna Lynch an experienced accountant with proven formulas for pricing. We will take into account website fees, processing fees for POS systems, time spent on promotional materials(ie. Instagram posting, Facebook posting, etc.), personal budgets to create a pricing structure that makes sense for the way you work. Pricing systems

$10
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