
Orientation Session
An entrepreneur-focused orientation covering Mountain BizWorks resources for launching and scaling a business, with details on small business lending and learning programs. Led by the Learning Programs Manager, with time for questions and next-step guidance.
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Six-week small business course focused on practical branding identity and marketing fundamentals, from clarifying your message to choosing effective, affordable channels. Hands-on learning and peer discussion help sharpen strategy and build local business connections.

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Business growth meetups hosted by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, blending practical learning with relationship building. Expect peer conversation, local entrepreneur insights, and actionable strategies geared toward scaling and leadership.

Business growth meetups hosted by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, blending practical learning with relationship building. Expect peer conversation, local entrepreneur insights, and actionable strategies geared toward scaling and leadership.
Business growth meetups hosted by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, blending practical learning with relationship building. Expect peer conversation, local entrepreneur insights, and actionable strategies geared toward scaling and leadership.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.
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An after work Chamber Smart Series session focused on staying curious longer to sharpen decision making and workplace learning. Expect practical takeaways, local business connections, and discussion oriented professional development.

An after work Chamber Smart Series session focused on staying curious longer to sharpen decision making and workplace learning. Expect practical takeaways, local business connections, and discussion oriented professional development.
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Practical mastermind coaching on running a spiritual business, with guidance on operations, marketing strategy, and confident decision-making. A safe, welcoming circle for Q&A, peer feedback, and connecting with like minded lightworkers.

Practical mastermind coaching on running a spiritual business, with guidance on operations, marketing strategy, and confident decision-making. A safe, welcoming circle for Q&A, peer feedback, and connecting with like minded lightworkers.
Practical mastermind coaching on running a spiritual business, with guidance on operations, marketing strategy, and confident decision-making. A safe, welcoming circle for Q&A, peer feedback, and connecting with like minded lightworkers.

Fireside-style conversation with local tech employers detailing open roles, pay ranges, benefits, and desired skills; ideal for job-seekers and bootcamp grads seeking employer insights in a casual library community room.

Fireside-style conversation with local tech employers detailing open roles, pay ranges, benefits, and desired skills; ideal for job-seekers and bootcamp grads seeking employer insights in a casual library community room.
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One on one campus mentoring sessions with an entrepreneur in residence to sharpen a new idea or scale an existing venture. Get practical startup guidance on strategy, creativity, and technology with bookable meeting slots.

One on one campus mentoring sessions with an entrepreneur in residence to sharpen a new idea or scale an existing venture. Get practical startup guidance on strategy, creativity, and technology with bookable meeting slots.
One on one campus mentoring sessions with an entrepreneur in residence to sharpen a new idea or scale an existing venture. Get practical startup guidance on strategy, creativity, and technology with bookable meeting slots.

Animated morning networking with open introductions, an interactive 'Know, Grow, Refer' game, and roundtable member pitches for business professionals seeking referrals, collaboration, and lead generation at Goodwill Career Center.

Animated morning networking with open introductions, an interactive 'Know, Grow, Refer' game, and roundtable member pitches for business professionals seeking referrals, collaboration, and lead generation at Goodwill Career Center.
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A regional career expo connecting job seekers with local employers and recruiters for face to face conversations about openings, resumes, and hiring timelines. Expect booth browsing, quick introductions, and practical career resources in a large event hall.

A regional career expo connecting job seekers with local employers and recruiters for face to face conversations about openings, resumes, and hiring timelines. Expect booth browsing, quick introductions, and practical career resources in a large event hall.
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One on one help decoding Buncombe County’s January 2026 reassessment, with staff and volunteer real estate pros ready to review property details, explain tax relief programs, and walk through appeal options and filing steps.

One on one help decoding Buncombe County’s January 2026 reassessment, with staff and volunteer real estate pros ready to review property details, explain tax relief programs, and walk through appeal options and filing steps.
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Midday business lunch for local professionals to network over casual sandwiches and coffee in Candler; bring business cards for quick introductions, referrals, and community resource sharing among entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Midday business lunch for local professionals to network over casual sandwiches and coffee in Candler; bring business cards for quick introductions, referrals, and community resource sharing among entrepreneurs and small business owners.
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Weekly 90-minute Wednesday morning business referral meetings via Teams with a monthly in-person restaurant meetup, focusing on professional introductions, lead generation, and consistent relationship-building among small-business professionals.

Weekly 90-minute Wednesday morning business referral meetings via Teams with a monthly in-person restaurant meetup, focusing on professional introductions, lead generation, and consistent relationship-building among small-business professionals.
Weekly 90-minute Wednesday morning business referral meetings via Teams with a monthly in-person restaurant meetup, focusing on professional introductions, lead generation, and consistent relationship-building among small-business professionals.

Casual midday lunch for local entrepreneurs and small business owners to network, swap referrals, and build community over sandwiches and coffee on a relaxed porch patio.

Casual midday lunch for local entrepreneurs and small business owners to network, swap referrals, and build community over sandwiches and coffee on a relaxed porch patio.
Casual midday lunch for local entrepreneurs and small business owners to network, swap referrals, and build community over sandwiches and coffee on a relaxed porch patio.

Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.

Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.
Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.

One-hour monthly Zoom sessions delivering simple, trauma-informed resilience tools and community healing practices for WNC residents, scheduled first Fridays at noon; free registration provides a supportive space for better days.

One-hour monthly Zoom sessions delivering simple, trauma-informed resilience tools and community healing practices for WNC residents, scheduled first Fridays at noon; free registration provides a supportive space for better days.
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Certification-focused training covering Agile foundations and popular frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP, with hands-on discussion of supporting tools. A professional classroom-style session geared toward project and product delivery skills.
Certification-focused training covering Agile foundations and popular frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP, with hands-on discussion of supporting tools. A professional classroom-style session geared toward project and product delivery skills.
Certification-focused training covering Agile foundations and popular frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP, with hands-on discussion of supporting tools. A professional classroom-style session geared toward project and product delivery skills.

Hands-on group content-making session where spiritual entrepreneurs script, film, and leave with a finished Reel, TikTok, or Short that demonstrates their services in action. Teachable tips and supportive collaboration help refine on-camera presence and marketing strategy.

Hands-on group content-making session where spiritual entrepreneurs script, film, and leave with a finished Reel, TikTok, or Short that demonstrates their services in action. Teachable tips and supportive collaboration help refine on-camera presence and marketing strategy.
Hands-on group content-making session where spiritual entrepreneurs script, film, and leave with a finished Reel, TikTok, or Short that demonstrates their services in action. Teachable tips and supportive collaboration help refine on-camera presence and marketing strategy.
Casual taproom celebration with local brews and community storytelling. Funds raised support financial education, counseling, and programs to build household resilience across western North Carolina.
Casual taproom celebration with local brews and community storytelling. Funds raised support financial education, counseling, and programs to build household resilience across western North Carolina.
Casual taproom celebration with local brews and community storytelling. Funds raised support financial education, counseling, and programs to build household resilience across western North Carolina.

Casual midday networking over barbecue and craft beers, where entrepreneurs promote services, swap referrals, and meet new contacts; optional lunch and drinks available for purchase.

Casual midday networking over barbecue and craft beers, where entrepreneurs promote services, swap referrals, and meet new contacts; optional lunch and drinks available for purchase.
Casual midday networking over barbecue and craft beers, where entrepreneurs promote services, swap referrals, and meet new contacts; optional lunch and drinks available for purchase.

Explore behind-the-scenes stacks, archives, and service areas during a staff-guided, one-hour tour, with practical tips for accessing collections, digital resources, interlibrary loan, and community program or volunteer opportunities.

Explore behind-the-scenes stacks, archives, and service areas during a staff-guided, one-hour tour, with practical tips for accessing collections, digital resources, interlibrary loan, and community program or volunteer opportunities.
Explore behind-the-scenes stacks, archives, and service areas during a staff-guided, one-hour tour, with practical tips for accessing collections, digital resources, interlibrary loan, and community program or volunteer opportunities.