This Week’s Business Buzz: 8/2/19

August 2, 2019

Dig Local’s “24 Hours in Asheville” video placed first as an Outstanding Commercial at the 2019 Southeast Regional Emmy Awards. Mountain Meadows Publications celebrates 30 years of creating the Asheville Directional Map. And Avadim’s CEO Steve Woody recently starred in a TEDx Talk in Salt Lake City, Utah that focused on leaderships culture and creativity.

Achievement

  • Dig Local’s video “24 Hours in Asheville” placed first in the Outstanding Commercial category for the 2019 Southeast Regional Emmy Awards. The video was filmed and produced by David Saich and Ben Mulkey of Fiasco Pictures in Asheville, North Carolina.

Anniversary

  • Mountain Meadows Publications a division of Priceless Group Inc. is proudly celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the Asheville Directional Map. With an annual circulation it remains as it’s always been the area’s finest FREE map available nearly everywhere. For additional information or advertising rates call or email Cindy Tunnell, wncmaps@charter.net, 828-230-3946.

Announcement

  • Avadim’s CEO Steve Woody was recently invited to share his leadership culture in Salt Lake City, Utah as a TEDx Talk. In his TEDx talk, he expresses why true leadership is giving up control and inspiring creativity and developing trust.  Check it out here. 

Expansion

  • Pardee UNC Health Care announced today that it will partner with Mission Health to launch a telestroke program on Friday, Aug. 2. This program will expand Pardee’s stroke treatment capability and allow a neurologist to diagnose and treat stroke as quickly as possible. 

Hire

  • AdventHealth Medical Group Psychiatry is excited to welcome Tracy Bell, PA-C  to its team of world-class providers. Bell brings a diverse experience base to AdventHealth that includes more than two decades of direct patient care for people experiencing psychiatric health needs. 

Opportunity 

  • The YWCA of Asheville is hiring a Development Coordinator for its Advancement Office. Check out more details at https://www.ywcaofasheville.org/about/job-openings/.
  • Benne on Eagle, Rhubarb, and The Rhu are all hiring Back-of-House positions. The Rhu is looking for morning people-people! Line cooks for the cafe and Break Bakers for our in-house baking program needed. Benne on Eagle is trying to bring soul back to the Block. Line cooks for dinner and breakfast, dishwashers, and prep cooks all sought. Send your resume to info@benneoneagle.com or stop by in person between 11am and 3pm.
  • Rhubarb is seeking professional Line and Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, and Gardens Manager/Dessert Platers in a busy, upscale environment. More about these positions can be found here.
  • Friday Services is hiring several positions in the Asheville area including: General Laborer, Prep Shop Technician, Wiring Technician, Shipping Clerk, Chemistry Lab Tech, Composites Technician, Welder and more! They offer fair wages and comprehensive benefits. If you are looking for work, or looking to hire talent, give Friday Services a call today at (828) 684-8700, and discover why Fridays has been the premiere employment solutions provider in Western NC since 1980. 
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center is hiring Saturday Event Staff. Available part time event staff positions include: servers, culinary staff, bartenders, hostess, bussers, and concessions. For more information or to apply, CLICK HERE.

Outreach

  • Appalachian Mountain Community Health Centers (AMCHC) will host free health screenings for children and adults on Saturday, Aug. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Leicester Community Health Center, located at 711 New Leicester Highway in Asheville. During this back-to-school party and wellness event, attendees can enjoy food and refreshments, face-painting and a bounce house supplied by Party Perfect Asheville. Community resources and partners include Eliada, WIC Buncombe County and YWCA Asheville. For more information, call 828-253-3717 or visit www.amchc.org

Achievement

  • Dig Local’s video “24 Hours in Asheville” placed first in the Outstanding Commercial category for the 2019 Southeast Regional Emmy Awards. The video was filmed and produced by David Saich and Ben Mulkey of Fiasco Pictures in Asheville, North Carolina.

Anniversary

  • Mountain Meadows Publications a division of Priceless Group Inc. is proudly celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the Asheville Directional Map. With an annual circulation it remains as it’s always been the area’s finest FREE map available nearly everywhere. For additional information or advertising rates call or email Cindy Tunnell, wncmaps@charter.net, 828-230-3946.

Announcement

  • Avadim’s CEO Steve Woody was recently invited to share his leadership culture in Salt Lake City, Utah as a TEDx Talk. In his TEDx talk, he expresses why true leadership is giving up control and inspiring creativity and developing trust.  Check it out here. 

Expansion

  • Pardee UNC Health Care announced today that it will partner with Mission Health to launch a telestroke program on Friday, Aug. 2. This program will expand Pardee’s stroke treatment capability and allow a neurologist to diagnose and treat stroke as quickly as possible. 

Hire

  • AdventHealth Medical Group Psychiatry is excited to welcome Tracy Bell, PA-C  to its team of world-class providers. Bell brings a diverse experience base to AdventHealth that includes more than two decades of direct patient care for people experiencing psychiatric health needs. 

Opportunity 

  • The YWCA of Asheville is hiring a Development Coordinator for its Advancement Office. Check out more details at https://www.ywcaofasheville.org/about/job-openings/.
  • Benne on Eagle, Rhubarb, and The Rhu are all hiring Back-of-House positions. The Rhu is looking for morning people-people! Line cooks for the cafe and Break Bakers for our in-house baking program needed. Benne on Eagle is trying to bring soul back to the Block. Line cooks for dinner and breakfast, dishwashers, and prep cooks all sought. Send your resume to info@benneoneagle.com or stop by in person between 11am and 3pm.
  • Rhubarb is seeking professional Line and Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, and Gardens Manager/Dessert Platers in a busy, upscale environment. More about these positions can be found here.
  • Friday Services is hiring several positions in the Asheville area including: General Laborer, Prep Shop Technician, Wiring Technician, Shipping Clerk, Chemistry Lab Tech, Composites Technician, Welder and more! They offer fair wages and comprehensive benefits. If you are looking for work, or looking to hire talent, give Friday Services a call today at (828) 684-8700, and discover why Fridays has been the premiere employment solutions provider in Western NC since 1980. 
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center is hiring Saturday Event Staff. Available part time event staff positions include: servers, culinary staff, bartenders, hostess, bussers, and concessions. For more information or to apply, CLICK HERE.

Outreach

  • Appalachian Mountain Community Health Centers (AMCHC) will host free health screenings for children and adults on Saturday, Aug. 10 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Leicester Community Health Center, located at 711 New Leicester Highway in Asheville. During this back-to-school party and wellness event, attendees can enjoy food and refreshments, face-painting and a bounce house supplied by Party Perfect Asheville. Community resources and partners include Eliada, WIC Buncombe County and YWCA Asheville. For more information, call 828-253-3717 or visit www.amchc.org