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GRINDFEST: Social Media Sales for Festivals
As a vendor preparing for Grindfest AVL, one of the most important things you can do is to have a solid social media marketing strategy in place. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter can be powerful tools for promoting your business, highlighting your products, and attracting potential customers to your booth at the…
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GRINDFEST: Insurance, License, and Everything you need for a Festival Season
As festival season approaches, there are a few things to consider while organizing an event. Insurance and licensure are two of the most critical factors to consider. These two factors may make or break your event, so understanding what is necessary and why is critical. This article will go through the benefits of having insurance,…
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GRINDFEST: 10x Your Sales On A Local Festival
Participating in a local festival is a great way to get your product or service in front of a large number of potential customers. However, with so many other vendors and activities competing for attendees’ attention, it can be challenging to stand out and make sales. In this blog, we will discuss how to 10x…
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Grindfest 2023
Grindfest is BACK! It is a free, 3-day event that celebrates the success of Black entrepreneurs + business owners in Asheville. A block-party style event will take place on 8 Rivers Arts Place! This includes a weekend full of music, games, live performance, food, local vendors + learning, employment and partnership opportunities. The goal of the festival…
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ASHEVILLE BLACK HISTORY AWARD 2023: HONORING BLACK COMMUNITY
The Asheville Black History Award ceremony, hosted by Black Wall Street AVL, was a momentous occasion that took place on February 25, 2023, at the Black Wall Street event space, in honor of Black History Month. This event was a celebration of the outstanding contributions made by Black people in the community, and awards were…
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SUCCESS THROUGH BLACK WALL STREET SECRETS
Black Wall Street, in Tulsa’s Greenwood District, was a thriving African American community in the early twentieth century. This district’s success was attributed to a number of reasons, including its members’ entrepreneurial spirit and a deep sense of community. Here are some of the secrets of Black Wall Street’s success that may be adapted to…
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LEVERAGE YOUR WEALTH AND READILY ACCESS RICH ASSETS
To leverage your wealth and access rich assets, you can consider the following steps: 1. Asset allocation: Diversify your investments across different asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities, to balance risk and return. 2. Wealth management: Consider working with a financial advisor or wealth management firm to help you make informed decisions about your…
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