006 - Update Your Website

Making It In Asheville

Asheville Daily | Episode 6: Where to Find Open Businesses, Resources for Owners & Asheville's Road to Recovery

In this episode of the Asheville Daily, host Tony Ubertaccio continues the conversation on Asheville’s progress post-Hurricane Helene. He covers which businesses are open, which resources are available for visitors, and practical advice for business owners looking to get back on track.

Key topics covered:

Exploring What’s Open: From the Asheville Airport to Wrong Way River Lodge, Tony shares key updates on businesses, parks, and restaurants open to visitors and locals. He highlights Explore Asheville’s comprehensive list of open and closed spots, perfect for planning a visit.

Supporting Local Business from Afar: Discover “Love Asheville from Afar,” a program allowing patrons to buy gift cards and donate to over 600 Asheville businesses, along with the “Always Asheville Fund” providing emergency grants to small businesses.

Critical Website Updates for Businesses: Tony emphasizes the importance of accurate online information for businesses. He shouts out Alyssa Phillips of Amped Design, who offers website support for affected businesses to improve communication and customer engagement.

Looking Ahead: Tony teases new collaborative projects in Asheville aimed at supporting local businesses and enhancing revenue opportunities as the community rebuilds. Reach out to [email protected] for support.

For full show notes and more resources, visit: https://makingitinasheville.com/daily

Time Stamps and Notes: Asheville Update (00:00 - 01:54) Openings and Closures (01:54 - 02:48) Supporting Asheville Businesses (02:48 - 05:26) Importance of Online Presence (05:26 - 07:25) Call for Collaboration (07:25 - 09:22)