Attorney Paul Capua has renovated his Capua Law Walnut Street office with the goal of creating a new kind of law office. Capua expanded into Asheville from Watauga County several years ago, and recognized the importance of collaboration in successful law practices. His new loft space has natural light, open floor plans, and no assigned desks; his overall goal is to build a progressive team of attorneys and engage with the local community.
Award
Attorney Lou Bissette of McGuire, Wood, & Bissette Law Firm was recently awarded The Medallion of Merit by Wake Forest University. The honor is presented annually for outsanding achievement and distinguished contributions to the University, and represents the highest honor. MWB Attorney Lou Bissette was given The Medallion of Merit, the highest honor given by Wake Forest University presented annually for outstanding achievement and distinguished contribution to the University. Mr. Bissette earned his B.A. from Wake forest in 1965, and also holds a J.D. from UNC Chapel Hill and an MBA from the University of Virginia. In 1976, he began practicing with McGuire, Wood, & Bissette and focuses on land use, zoning, economic development, and corporate law. He is a long-time and current Chamber board member.
Expansion
Attorney Paul Capua has renovated hisCapua Law Walnut Street office with the goal of creating a new kind of law office. Capua expanded into Asheville from Watauga County several years ago, and recognized the importance of collaboration in successful law practices. His new loft space has natural light, open floor plans, and no assigned desks; his overall goal is to build a progressive team of attorneys and engage with the local community. Read more here.
Hire
AdventHealth Hendersonville is expanding their Biltmore Park team. Nicole Drake, MSM, PA-C has come on board to help provide quality, whole-person care. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Michigan State University and went on to complete both her Master of Science in medicine and physician assistant certification at Western Michigan University. She has experience in a variety of care settings ranging from family medicine to specialty care in Michigan and North Carolina.
Just For Fun
A new documentary film about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is set to be released soon. Since its creation in 1995, the Imagination Foundation has mailed more than 135 million books to children in its program. The film will offer a behind-the-scenes look at Dolly Parton’s passion for increasing literacy rates and the effects its had on children. The Asheville premiere is on Thursday, April 2nd. The Buncombe County Partnership for Children and the Literacy Council of Buncombe County have been affiliates of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library since 2015. This week, they mailed 2,800+ books to kids in Buncombe County. The documentary will screen in Asheville at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 2nd at the Regal Biltmore Grand.
Opportunity
Friday Staffing Services has immediate machine operator and laborer positions open and ready to fill in the Fletcher, Asheville, and Arden areas. All are immediate openings – no resume required for most! They are now accepting walk-in interviews and online applications at www.friday-staffing.com.
360° Painting, a well-known, fast growing national paint company specializing in residential and commercial re-repaints, is seeking a Production/Sales Manager. This role plays an integral part in the growth of the company, which has been featured as a top-ranked painting company in 2018 and 2019. The right candidate has integrity, loves people, likes to have fun and is serious about taking care of our customers and painters. Apply online.
The Venue, a full service facility in downtown Asheville that specializes in weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate and social events, is searching for a Lead Corporate and Social Event Manager. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, knowledge of food and beverage execution and planning, 2 years of event management experience, among other qualities. Email cassy@ashevillevenue.com for more information.
Tukit Tour Company is looking for upbeat, personable and versatile people who know and love Asheville to serve as tour guide/driver with the ability to create tours per a customers request, and who can greet potential guests, promote and upsell tours/items, and also book tours as needed on a part time, on call basis. Must have a valid NC driver’s license and a good driving record. Call or text any questions to 828-712-1800, or email your question or resume to info@tukittourco.com.