FULL – Series Financieras – En Persona  In-Person

TBA

Nuestra serie financiera se compone de tres clases que cubren de manera integral las habilidades y herramientas financieras básicas que todo emprendedor necesita para iniciar y administrar un negocio exitoso. Clases incluidas en la Serie Financiera:  Herramientas Financieras - Herramientas financieras le presentará las herramientas para comprender los conceptos básicos de las finanzas comerciales para que

Fundaciones Planeación de Negocios  In-Person

TBA

Planifique, crezca y administre su negocio con nuestro curso de planeación de negocios, Fundaciones!  Fecha: La clase se reunirá todos los lunes a partir del 5 de mayo Hora: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Ubicación: TBA Precio del Curso El costo del curso es de $225 dólares; Tenemos algunas becas parciales que están disponibles para

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

Community Capital Live: Matt Raker of Mountain BizWorks  Virtual

Virtual Online — Zoom

This Community Capital Live interview features Matt Raker, Executive Director of Mountain BizWorks. Mountain BizWorks is building a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial community in Western North Carolina. Kevin Jones of Neighborhood Economics, Stephanie Swepson Twitty of Eagle Market Streets, and Michael Shuman of The Main Street Journal will host a twice-monthly interview series with community

FULL – Foundations Business Planning Course  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

Orientation Session  In-Person

Mountain BizWorks Asheville

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 Programs Manager, Holly Rivers, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about Mountain BizWorks’ small business lending and learning programs.

WNC Strong: Stories of Resilience 

The Radical Asheville

Join us for a very special event Tuesday, May 13th 5:30-8 PM at the Radical Hotel. The evening will feature local food from Chef Jacob Sessoms, community conversations and inspiring stories from local small business owners. This is a free event, and all funds raised will support direct grants to small business owners impacted by

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

Alpine  Virtual

Virtual Online — Zoom

The Alpine Course is designed to support founders of businesses that have been operating for at least one year. Alpine will give you the opportunity to explore your options by assessing where you have been through financial, marketing and customer analytics along with revisiting your mission, vision, and values, as well as peer to peer

Hatch Pitch Party Spindale  In-Person

Barley's Taproom Spindale

Pitch parties are no-pressure open mic nights where you can fine-tune your pitch, get valuable feedback, and mingle with like-minded individuals in a relaxed atmosphere. It's not just about pitching; it's about connecting with the vibrant entrepreneurial community of WNC. Don't have a pitch? No problem! Be an audience member!

WNC Strong Helene Business Recovery Fund: Using Loan Capital to Fuel Your Recovery  Virtual

Virtual Online — Zoom

Join a free webinar hosted by Mountain BizWorks and the Small Business Center Network to hear from local business owners about how they’re using these funds to fuel their recovery. The WNC Strong Helene Business Recovery Fund is available for small businesses like yours through June 30, 2025. These state-sponsored recovery funds can do things

Hatch Pitch Party Asheville  In-Person

Hatch Innovation Hub Asheville

Pitch parties are no-pressure open mic nights where you can fine-tune your pitch, get valuable feedback, and mingle with like-minded individuals in a relaxed atmosphere. It's not just about pitching; it's about connecting with the vibrant entrepreneurial community of WNC. Don't have a pitch? No problem! Be an audience member!

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

GRINDfest 2025 

GRINDFest 2025: Rebuilding is Everybody’s Business 📅 Every Weekend in May | 📍 Asheville, NC Note: GrindFest Day is May 24 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at 16 Fernihursst Drive. Join us for an unforgettable month-long celebration of culture, entrepreneurship, and community! GrindFest 2025 is bigger than ever—taking over Asheville every Saturday and Sunday in May with high-energy