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Making It In Asheville

The AVL Daily | Episode 3: Local Business Recovery & Resources After Hurricane Helene

In today’s episode of the Asheville Daily podcast, host Tony Ubertaccio shares updates on the local business community as it continues to recover from Hurricane Helene. We dive into the story of Rockgeist, a local bikepacking gear company that experienced 5 feet of flooding. Tony shares a personal encounter with Rockgeist’s owner, Greg, and the challenges of keeping a business afloat post-disaster.

Key topics:

• Rockgeist’s Flood Recovery: How they’re handling the aftermath of 5 feet of water damage and ways you can support, including their GoFundMe campaign and gift card purchases.
• Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA): How local businesses and employees affected by Helene can file for assistance. You have 39 days left to apply for DUA. Visit des.nc.gov for more details.
• Asheville Business Recovery Center: Free workspace and resources are available at the Chamber of Commerce for displaced businesses. Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Business Listening Session: Coming up this Friday to help local businesses share their needs and challenges during recovery efforts.

For full show notes, visit: makingitinasheville.com/daily

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Links:

• Rockgeist Flood Recovery Fund: Support Rockgeist
• Disaster Unemployment Assistance: Visit DES
• Business Recovery Center: Asheville Chamber of Commerce Info

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About the Asheville Daily Podcast
The Asheville Daily podcast delivers local news, updates, and stories impacting the Asheville business community. Hosted by Tony Ubertaccio, this daily podcast is your go-to for all things Asheville.

Got a story to share or know a business in need? Email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram @makingitinasheville.