วีดีโอ

Third Room is a visionary space that merges traditional and digital art-showcasing sculptures, murals, multimedia installations, animations, and more, all brought to life on ultra-high-definition digital displays and with stunning visual effects. But that’s not all-they're also elevating the experience with live music performances featuring projection-mapped stages, creating unforgettable events.

Kara spent years honing her craft as a creative director and art director at well-established agencies before pivoting her focus to strategy and marketing. In 2008, she launched her first boutique creative firm, and over time, she built two more successful advertising agencies. Throughout this journey, her clients loyally followed her, a testament to her enduring relationships and highly effect...

Ross and his team are empowering single-parent households facing foreclosure with financial assistance, resources, and guidance to help them maintain stable homes and a secure future.

Hear from Victoria Isley, President & CEO of Explore Asheville and Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, and learn about Explore Asheville’s initiatives to help our region recover after Hurricane Helene. Then, the Women Entrepreneurs Asheville Recovery Endeavor (WE ARE), led by Ginger Frank of Poppy's Popcorn, Allison Blake and Elisa Van Arnam of SoulKu, and Margit (Meg) Feury Ragland ...

WaterStep empowers communities by providing innovative tools, patented technology, and effective training to address their water and sanitation needs. Their approach is particularly impactful in areas with fragile infrastructure, including slums and rural villages, as well as in communities affected by natural and artificial disasters.

Beverly Jurenko, Founder of Inside Edge Consulting LLC

Hatch This is the ultimate entrepreneurial showdown-an accelerator, hackathon, and weekend party in one. Entrepreneurs and "Wantrepreneurs" are invited to pitch, plan, and build a business in 48 hours. You'll pitch your ideas, join teams, get coaching from world-class mentors, and tackle real business challenges. Compete for $20K in prizes, including $5K in seed funding, and turn your vision in...

DelishNC isn’t just a grocery store-they’re also a food truck, a bakery, and food production facility! They're dedicated to delivering the vibrant and genuine tastes of Latino and Venezuelan cuisine straight you. Whether you’re in Downtown Asheville or all the way in Australia, DelishNC will deliver their irresistible tequeños and mouthwatering eats.

Random Acts of Flowers - Asheville works to brighten lives and uplift spirits in healthcare facilities with beautiful, recycled flowers and heartfelt kindness. Every week, they deliver thousands of bouquets to those facing injury, illness, or the challenges of aging, spreading hope and compassion across our communities.

Quetzal Jordan, founder of Skills Academy for Women, is dedicated to empowering women and people of color through hands-on trade skills education in a safe, inclusive environment. By addressing the urgent skilled labor shortage and promoting diversity within traditionally male-dominated industries, her company offers a wide range of workshops and programs designed to enhance personal and profes...

Optimist Ventures is a pioneering initiative dedicated to funding and supporting ambitious companies across various industries. By offering startup capital, mentorship, education, and events in the WNC region, Optimist Ventures is redefining the traditional venture capital model with a more sustainable and founder-friendly approach. At the heart of the program is a funding-dedicated accelerator...

NSA-WNC, a chapter of the National Speakers Association, is a membership organization for professional speakers to connect with other professional speakers, organizational leaders, and meeting planners. We provide an environment to receive useful feedback, inspiring ideas, and valuable referrals from colleagues and peers. We support business growth and achievement through a supportive network o...

Jaclyn Shea, MPH (she/they) is the CEO and Founder of Somatic Collective and the host of the Jaclyn Explores Podcast. With over 12 years of facilitation experience and a strong background in public health and health tech product design, Jaclyn has dedicated her career to enhancing physical and mental health through science-backed somatic practices.

NC Guardian and Care Management (NCGCM), works with vulnerable individuals and seniors without support in western North Carolina. NCGCM begins with an initial meeting to determine fit, followed by an assessment to identify strengths and areas for improvement. Emergency plans and supports are addressed, and a detailed care plan is developed and reviewed quarterly. #1millioncups

Devin Deholl with Cultivate Climbing

Lauren and Alex Abelin with PlantBaby and Kiki Milk

Norma Baynes and Laura Lee Petritz - Shiloh Community Association.

Linked4Life with Cheryl Antoncic

Ric Pratte With AVL Digital Nomads

Neomi Negron with Buggy Pops

Verner Center for Early Learning

Heather Bauer with DJ's Pickles

Emerging Intellectual Property Issues as AI Takes Off with Jesse Snyder

Siobhan Robinson with C.O.O. on the Go AND Woody Taylor with Rocky's Collective!

Tiarra Wilkie with embodie.

David Turner and Eric Usher With Beer City Cup

James A. Heinl with Center For Entrepreneurial Leadership at Mars Hill University

Rachel Bulkley with The WellBeing Project!

2024 Q1 Connect and Reflect