What’s New
Partner Webinar: ‘Cost-Effective Ways To Increase Reach & Website Traffic’
Not all social media and digital advertising platforms are created equal. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses. View a recording of this recent partner webinar to find out which are right for your business, with presenters Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit of JB Media Institute, LLC.
Relief for Local Businesses: Recorded Webinar for Update on PPP Funding
Explore Asheville hosted a free webinar to provide local businesses with the latest information on a new round of Paycheck Protection Program funding available through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), led by experts from Mountain BizWorks.
Tourism Community Update: A Recap of the February Meeting of BCTDA
The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority has launched the TOURISM COMMUNITY UPDATE, an e-newsletter that provides highlights of BCTDA meetings. Click through to read a recap of the February 2021 meeting, including links to the recording of the meeting.
Enjoy Holiday Cheer & Networking at the Annual Explore Asheville Holiday Party, December 8
Join us for one of the tourism community’s most anticipated holiday events as we gather safely at the beautiful Center for Craft downtown (festive attire encouraged!). Plus, find out who’ll be the recipient of a CVB Superstar Award!
Tourism Community Update: A Recap of the January Meeting of BCTDA
The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority has launched the TOURISM COMMUNITY UPDATE, an e-newsletter that provides highlights of BCTDA meetings. Click through to read a recap of the January 2021 meeting, including links to the recording of the meeting.
Series on Equity in Creative Placemaking Sponsored by Explore Asheville, Hosted by Leadership Asheville
Equity in Creative Placemaking is an approach that uses arts strategies to involve those who live, work, and play in a community, giving them a voice in the urban design process. Also hosted by Asheville Area Arts Council, the series featured national and local experts.
What’s New
Sign Up by May 16 for ‘Tourism Summit 2022: The Future of Travel,’ Held on May 18
Explore Asheville’s Tourism Summit 2022: The Future of Travel is at Omni Grove Park Inn, FREE to community partners with advance registration, includes lunch + keynote, diversity training workshop + networking .
Applications for Phase 2 COVID Relief Business Recovery Grant Program Open May 2
$200 million is available to agribusinesses, massage therapists, farmers, and others in addition to arts, entertainment, recreation, hotels, restaurants, bars, food services, and others.
USTA welcomes Ukraine team to Asheville for 2022 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifying April 15-16
Explore Asheville and the Buncombe County TDA are pleased to support this event through our sponsorship. UPDATE FROM USTA: A portion of proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund.
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