by Jeff Kaplan | Apr 1, 2015 | Happenings
Deciding how to split equity between founders is a crucial, long-term decision, but too often entrepreneurs split equity with a “quick handshake.” Nearly 40% of startup teams spend a day or less hammering out an agreement, with a large subset of those...
by Jeff Kaplan | Apr 1, 2015 | Happenings
Durham’s American Underground has an ambitious goal – to become the most diverse startup incubator in the U.S. by the end of 2016. The NC incubator wants women and minority-led firms to make up more than 50% of the 225 startups currently enrolled. We embrace...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 26, 2015 | Happenings, Jobs
RISC Networks is looking to add to its development team. This position would preferably be based in Asheville, NC, however we will consider excellent remote applicants. Our development team is small, so the applicant must have solid communications skills. We provide...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 24, 2015 | Happenings
Prepare for a high-intensity, fast-paced weekend as Asheville’s startup community rallies together to develop and launch new ventures. A fresh team of local organizers is bringing Startup Weekend back to Asheville later this summer. Two years ago local startup...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 24, 2015 | Happenings
Venture Asheville is calling all innovators! Bring your questions about patents to this highly informative “Patents 101″ seminar that will demystify the patent process for you. The 2-hour seminar will be held April 23 at 4-6pm at the Asheville Area Chamber of...
by Jeff Kaplan | Mar 24, 2015 | Happenings
Renowned trend spotter and NYU Stern School of Business professor Scott Galloway presents digital trends and predictions through the lens of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google. His insights shed light on future implications for all businesses engaged in online sales,...