ENTREPRENEUR TOWER | Floor 1
On this floor you will find 5-8 minute videos from
local subject matter experts on a wide range of topics:
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​How to Start a Business | a four-part series by Dr. Jonathan Thill
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Business Accelerator Program on Starting a Business | Six-part series by Dr. Jonathan Thill
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Permitting Process for New and Existing Businesses | Presented by Trevor Nuttall, City of Asheboro
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Legal Considerations when Starting or Purchasing a Business | by Scott Eggleston, Ivey & Eggleston
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Commercial Insurance FAQs | by Ana Torres, Insurance Associates of the Triad
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Leadership Skills | by Jeri Ann Kelly, of JA Kelly Consulting
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START UPS
In this segment, we offer expertise, advice, and knowledge for startup business owners.
Jonathan Thill, Ed.D, MBA
Jonathan Thill is the co-founder of an accelerator space and entrepreneurial catalyst company in rural North Carolina, with the mission of creating economic development and growth through entrepreneurial support and ecosystem development.
This entrepreneurial scaffolding, the wrap-around support for new small business owners, occurs in the accelerator space, VentureAsheboro, which is nestled in the rural community of Asheboro (just outside of Greensboro).
How to Start a Business| 4-Part Series
Basics of Starting Your Business
Part One
Marketing Your
New Small Business
Part Three
Vetting Your Business Concept
Part Two
Financial Matters
Part Four
Business Accelerator Program | 6-Part Series
Business Plan
Part One
Product Development
Part Three
Funding
Part Five
Business Taxes Structures
Part Two
Goal Setting
Part Four
Marketing
Part Six
PERMITTING
In this segment, we learn about the permitting and zoning process for your business (both startup and existing ones).
Trevor Nuttall, City of Asheboro, Planning Director
Trevor Nuttall has been the City of Asheboro Community Development Division Director since 2012. In that role, he oversees administration of most land use regulations enforceable within the City of Asheboro's jurisdiction, including Planning and Zoning, Building Inspections, and Fire Prevention. he has an undergraduate degree from UNC-CH and a graduate degree in Public Affairs from UNC-G.
Permitting Process for a
New Business
Permitting Process for an
Existing Business
LEGAL
In this segment, we look at some of the legal aspects you'll want to consider in your business.
Scott Eggleston, Attorney
Scott is an attorney with the law firm of Ivey & Eggleston located in Asheboro. His practice is focused in the areas of estate administration, estate planning, and real estate. Scott graduated from the University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law and is a member of the Virginia State Bar and the North Carolina State Bar. Scott lives in Randolph County with his wife, Lia, an Asheboro native, and their three children.
Starting a Business
Part One
Purchasing a Business
Part Two
INSURANCE
In this segment, we look at insurance considerations for businesses.
Ana Torres
Ana Torres is a Commercial Insurance Specialist at Insurance Associates of the Triad.
Commercial Insurance
FAQs
LEADERSHIP
In this segment we learn how to develop skills and deal with challenges facing leaders today.
Jeri Ann Kelly
Jeri Ann is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Executive and CEO, founder of JAKelly Consulting. She is a facilitator, speaker, trainer and coach of individuals and groups in the areas of leadership development, professional skills and personal growth. Trained and mentored by John Maxwell and his world-class faculty since 2016, she is equipped with the tools, resources, and experience to help you and your team improve your productivity, performance, and profitability.
Will Your Listening Get You to Next Level Leadership?
Questions You NEVER Ask When Interviewing Job Candidates.
Hiring & Interviewing, Part 1
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