About Us

Who We Are

Since 1989, Mountain BizWorks’ mission has been to build a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial community by helping small businesses start, grow, and thrive. Through business loans, coaching, and training programs, we have helped thousands of small business owners access the funding, knowledge, and confidence they needed to start and succeed in their businesses. We believe that when small businesses succeed, we all prosper.

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Why Online Learning

Business education should fit your life, not the other way around. We created Online Learning at Mountain BizWorks to reach more business owners across Western North Carolina, especially those in rural communities who can't easily attend in-person classes. Now you have the flexibility to learn at your own pace, on your own time, from wherever you are. 

What You'll Find Here

Online Learning at Mountain BizWorks is a growing library of small business resources. It covers essential business topics ranging from financial management, marketing, operations, and strategic planning. Courses include actionable tools, templates, and resources you can implement immediately in your business. Plus, our specialized programs, like Craft Your Commerce, provide sector-specific insights tailored to creative entrepreneurs. We’re excited to continue adding to this library of easily-accessible tools.
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Get Started Today

Whether you're exploring a single topic or building comprehensive skills across multiple areas, you can chart your own learning path.

Comprehensive Support

Online Learning with Mountain BizWorks is part of the broader Mountain BizWorks ecosystem. Discover our comprehensive approach to small business support, including lending and coaching services.

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Live Courses

Learn with a group of peers through various courses and workshops

Flexible 1:1 Coaching

Get matched and work 1-on-1 with a small business expert.

Funding

We work with our clients to understand their unique challenges and design a funding  solution that meets their unique needs.