Mountain BizWorks

Mountain BizWorks is a business consultant in Asheville, NC. They provide business planning, coaching, and financing through various business development classes and programs to emerging and established small businesses throughout Western North Carolina. Their services are designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage of the business life cycle, with a particular focus on assisting those who may have difficulty accessing traditional bank financing, including rural, low-income, women, and immigrant entrepreneurs.

Founded in Asheville in 1989, this U.S. Treasury certified non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) serves 26 westernmost counties of North Carolina. The organization offers free orientation sessions, practical business classes, and one-on-one expert matching to help entrepreneurs move from the dreaming stage to active business ownership. Their programming includes specialized series such as Foundations, Alpine, ScaleUp, and the Financial Series. As a place-based fund, all lending decisions are made locally by staff based in the region.

The office is located on S Lexington Ave, near The Orange Peel and Triangle Park. It is situated a short distance from Biltmore Avenue and the monument known as The Bunkum Stone.

Mountain BizWorks is recognized for its commitment to building a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial community. The organization stands as a dedicated resource for the local economy, providing essential tools and connections to help small businesses start, grow, and thrive across the Appalachian Mountains region.