Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce

Ready to unlock the power of AI? Join us on Wednesday, September 4th, from Noon to 1 PM for a workshop with Jeffrey Kaplan, Director of Venture Asheville. Discover how he uses ChatGPT as his secret weapon to boost productivity and make strategic decisions. Whether you're new to AI or a tech enthusiast, this session will equip you with actionable tips to supercharge your success. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eShXbXey

Today for #MemberMonday we're featuring StretchLab! StretchLab is revolutionizing one-on-one assisted stretching and flexibility training. In your 25 or 50 minute one-on-one session, you will work with one of our trained Flexologists who will guide you through a series of stretches custom designed for your specific needs. Perfect for anyone looking to relieve tension, decrease pain and muscle stress. Assisted stretching will help sports performance and increase range of motion for everyone! StretchLab Asheville is located at 1829 Hendersonville Rd, Suite 120, Asheville , NC 28803. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3SFNsPQ.

Join us for the next PROpel AVL Grow Series on Tuesday, September 10th, from Noon to 1 PM at the Asheville Chamber. Presented by Laura Herndon and Jeannette Butterworth, this session will dive into "The Nonprofit Landscape in Asheville and the Surrounding Region." Learn how to connect needs with resources, best practices for board service, and how philanthropy can be accessible to everyone. Plus, enjoy a catered lunch from Del Vecchios! 🍴 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eN5An7UD And stay connected by texting #propelavl to 828-827-5332 for updates. #PROpelAVL

Today for #MemberMonday we're featuring Mountain Valley Spring Water Asheville! Mountain Valley Spring Water of Asheville has delivered pure spring water to homes and offices throughout Western North Carolina for since 1969. They are a local, woman-owned business, and take pride in providing excellent products with top-notch service. They offer a variety of waters, attractive dispensers, coffee and tea service, water filtration systems and custom labeled bottled waters. All of the chemical-free water is bottled at the source and exceeds state and federal regulations. Their delivery plans are flexible and affordable with scheduled or will-call options available. Make the healthy choice for your family, your employees and yourself by drinking delicious Mountain Valley Spring Water daily. For more information about Mountain Valley Spring Water of Asheville visit https://bit.ly/3YQgsrH.

It’s Fresh Faces Friday - which means it’s time to meet some of our fabulous new member businesses! 🦋 Join us in welcoming these fresh faces, along with our new attraction along the Asheville Butterfly Trail thanks to Bee City USA Asheville: ▪️ Embody to Evolve ▪️ Cornerstone Caregiving Asheville ▪️ iHeartMedia ▪️ Asheville Salt Cave ▪️ Smart Shawn Consulting - Shawn Smart ▪️ Xecutive Metrix ▪️ & sponsor Asheville Sun Soo Tae Kwon DO! Interested in becoming a member? Reach out to Jessica Kanupp, our Director of Member Marketing and Sales, at jkanupp@ashevillechamber.org or go here: https://lnkd.in/eTU8PGH

There are a few spots left for next week's Chamber Classic Golf Tournament at the The Omni Grove Park Inn! This event, happening Tuesday, August 20th, is always a fun opportunity for members of the business community to network, connect with colleagues, and enjoy a beautiful day out of the office. This Captain's Choice tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 am (one flight only). Entry fee includes breakfast provided by Bojangles of WNC and a delicious, hearty lunch catered by Bear's Smokehouse BBQ. Two beverage stations will be set up on the course, with beer provided by Highland Brewing Company and soft drinks from Pepsi-Cola. Register ASAP if you're interested in joining: https://lnkd.in/eFynaKTm

Today for #MemberMonday we're featuring Designing Spaces by Lyn! At Designing Spaces by Lyn, it is my belief that we each put our soul into a house. It’s what makes it a home rather than just a place to live. The design, the layout of the rooms, the colors, the pictures we hang, the lights that illuminate our paths or our bed-side tables each say something about us. It involves vision, artistry and a clear understanding of the people who will use these living spaces. I can help you insure that your soul fills you home easily. And that it accepts you. To learn more about Lyn, visit https://bit.ly/46I2QRa!

We had a great time at last week's WomanUP Workshop: Clash of the Generations! Held at the A-B Tech Mission Conference Center, we tackled the challenges of leading and engaging with a multigenerational workforce. With invaluable insights from keynote speaker Val Grubb, we learned strategies to bridge generational gaps, enhance workplace harmony, and leverage the unique strengths of every age group. From engaging discussions to networking over a delightful breakfast, the energy was truly inspiring. A big thank you to everyone who joined us! You can see all of the photos from the event, taken by Silver Moon Custom Art & Photography, on our Facebook page.

Come meet our region's government leadership at our 2024 Elected Officials Reception, which will be held in the Visitor Center lobby next Thursday, August 15, from 5:30 to 7 PM! Each year, the Chamber brings together the region's mayors and members of the Asheville City Council and Buncombe County Board of Commissioners to meet and network with Western North Carolina's business community. Local elected officials from Western North Carolina also attend. This event is FREE to attend. There is no need to register. We encourage guests to wear their business name badges. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eymcFPF7

This year’s Excellence in Public Service Award honors the late Wyatt Stevens of Roberts & Stevens, P.A., Attorneys at Law. An Asheville native, Wyatt had a passion for the environment and conservation. Wyatt also believed deeply in helping the people of the region, devoting many hours to helping Mountain Housing Opportunities and Pisgah Legal Services. Wyatt’s legal career garnered him numerous awards and included a thoughtful approach to land use and zoning. He was a champion for smart development that balances the need for growth alongside upholding the quality of life that we all hold dear. This award was presented by Mission Health - thank you for your support! Meet all of our 2024 Leadership Award Winners: https://lnkd.in/e2gybSDk