by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 16, 2016 | Happenings
Like so many startups, Riverbend Malt House, a provider of locally farmed artisan malts to the craft brewing industry, started with almost no money, no physical assets and an incomplete business plan. But setting itself apart, Riverbend started as the only major...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 15, 2016 | Happenings
Stumped on how to launch a product on Kickstarter? Take notes from AVL startup Lever Gear, which already raised $28,000+ from over 550 backers in the campaign’s first 6 days. SF transplant Mike Scully leveraged his 15-year career designing products for West...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 14, 2016 | Happenings
Adam Charnack knows the importance of getting his ingredients right, both in brewing and in hiring. Thanks to NCWorks, he’s made his business – and his product – stronger than ever. Charnack is the co-founder of Hi-Wire Brewing, tucked away in the...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 9, 2016 | Happenings
As Colorado-based New Belgium Brewing and Oskar Blues ramp up operations here, Asheville will soon be exporting its own flavors to the Front Range. The rapidly expanding Tupelo Honey, acclaimed for its eclectic Southern-inspired cuisine, announced plans for its 14th...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 9, 2016 | Happenings
Only 7% of all investor capital goes to women-led startups. Now a national startup competition offering $50K in cash prizes is aiming to level the playing field. Supported by Craigslist’s founder Craig Newmark along with Microsoft and 500 Startups, the Women...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 7, 2016 | Happenings
Asheville, N.C. (March 7, 2016) — Looking for a fast-paced, exciting career in Asheville’s expanding tech and startup scene? Check out recent job openings at RISC Networks, AvL Technologies, FLS Energy, DoctorDirectory.com, and Mission Health on the Venture Asheville...
