Asheville Small Business Week celebrates the impact of small businesses May 1-4 with daily events designed to enhance small business success.
About 96 percent of Asheville metro area establishments have 50 employees or less. From unique shops and restaurants to personal and professional services, small businesses have a big impact. They create jobs, spark innovation and give back to the community.
The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce supports small business year-round by providing opportunities to connect with customers and partners and resources to help small businesses grow and thrive. Asheville Small Business Week is an opportunity to bring additional focus to the impact of these organizations and support the work they do in the Asheville community.
Events are free and open to the public. Event details and RSVP at ashevillechamber.org/smallbusinessweek.
DRAWING:
For each event you attend, you will receive one entry for a one-night stay at Hyatt Place Asheville Downtown, and two drinks & small plates at The Montford. Drawing will take place at Business After Hours on Thursday, May 4th. Must be present to win.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Kick-off reception: Motivational Monday *
Monday, May 1 from 3:30-5 p.m. at Base Camp AVL
Be inspired and learn from one of Asheville’s local experts. Join us for a motivational message from writer, baker and entrepreneur Jodi Rhoden and a reception to kick off Asheville Small Business Week.
Panel Discussion: Managing Vulnerability *
Tuesday, May 2 from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at Western Carolina University Biltmore Park
Hear expert tips for managing a thriving small business from local business school professors.
Educational Series: Demographic Trends *
Wednesday, May 3 from 8-9 a.m. at the Asheville Chamber
Business Check-Up: Get Free Expert Advice for Business Success*
Wednesday, May 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Asheville Chamber
Some of Asheville’s successful business experts are volunteering their time to spend 20 minutes with you, just for the purpose of answering your burning questions and get your business working at maximum potential. There are limited time slots for each expert, so register early.
Business After Hours
Thursday, May 4 from 5:30-7 p.m. at Hawthorne at Crowne Plaza
Culminating Small Business Week, Business After Hours provides valuable networking opportunities for businesses of all sizes. On this evening, the drawing will be held to announce the winner of the Small Business Week prize, an iPad PRO, compliments of First Restoration Services.