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Duane Adams

Duane Adams

Small Business Center Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Associate Director at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Small Business Center/Founder, 3 Planes Functional Health, LLC./Radio Show Host, Content Producer/Contributing Writer

  • Education

    • Montreat College

      2001 - 2003
      Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration and Management, General cum laude

    • Montreat College

      2010 - 2012
      Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

    • Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

      1995 - 1997
      Associate’s Degree Business Administration and Management, General

  • Experience

    • Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

      Jul 2011 - Dec 2012
      Small Business Center Specialist

    • AB Technical Community College

      Jan 2012 - Jun 2014
      Small Business Center Coordinator

      Created and managed small business programming, provided counseling to prospective small business owners, assisted with developing and implementing outreach programs to the community in Buncombe and Madison Counties and assisted with day-to-day operations of the Small Business Center.

    • Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Small Business Center

      Jul 2014 - now
      Associate Director

    • No Limits Radio Show

      Apr 2016 - now
      Co Host/Content Producer

      The No Limits Radio Show has been airing on WRES 100.7 FM since September 2013. It covers a wide range of topics related to A-B Tech Community College and its involvement within the local community. Some of the more specific topics that the show has covered are admissions, financial aid, scholarships, academic programs, job opportunities, entrepreneurship, access to capital, and local resources.No Limits provides a source of inspiration to its listeners and creates an awareness of the resources (opportunities) that are available within the community. The show also highlights those who work to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Segments are broadcast live every other Wednesday at 11 a.m. and rebroadcast on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday of the following week also at 11 a.m. You can also view the show on the A-B Tech Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pg/abtech.edu/videos/?ref=page_internal . Show less

    • American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness)

      Jun 2017 - now

      I have over 30 years of experience in fitness training. Including over 10 years experience as a competitive, natural bodybuilding champion - competing at the state, regional, and national levels. My focus is on strength, conditioning, and recovery (i.e. resistance training, core training, functional training, myofascial release, etc.). My mission is to educate, train, and inspire people so that they can understand the positive impact that leading a healthy lifestyle can have on their ability to reach their full potential. Show less

      • Corrective Exercise Specialist, TBMM

        Aug 2020 - now

      • Certified Personal Trainer

        Jun 2017 - now

    • The ENVOY Guide Magazine

      Oct 2022 - now
      Business/Wellness Contributor

      Contributing writer for the Envoy Guide. The Envoy Guide made its debut in March 2021. Yvette Freeman created the Envoy Guide with the mission to regularly and consistently showcase, and give voice to, diverse individuals, and to provide expert knowledge in a wide range of topics, exposure, and general inspiration. It is a platform that celebrations the accomplishments, creative talents, and unique contributions of entrepreneurs, businesses, community advocates, and artists from all walks of life, and across the U.S.; and empowers its readers with new ideas and knowledge to enhance their lives through entrepreneurship, community service, and creativity. Show less

    • 3 Planes Functional Health, LLC

      May 2023 - now
      Founder

      3 Planes Functional Health, LLC., is part of my goal of sharing over 30 years of education, knowledge, and practical experience in bodybuilding, personal training, and corrective exercise.I operate a remote personal training and corrective exercise service that provides solutions for those who live active lives and struggle to find time to make it into the commercial gym setting. 3 Planes Functional Health, LLC. develops and implements customized training programs to assist clients in adopting a healthy lifestyle that is inclusive of exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness. The modalities utilized will include, but are not limited to, myofascial release and stretching, resistance training (including bands and free weights), isometrics, calisthenics, and high intensity Interval training (HIIT). This will help clients to improve their overall quality of life, both personally and professionally. Please call (828) 539-0865 or email info@3planesfunctionalhealth.com for more information. Show less

    • The Urban News

      Jul 2024 - now
      Contributing Writer

      The Urban News imparts information that will inspire, engage, and empower the varied communities of the Asheville and Western North Carolina region

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Craft Artist's Entrepreneurship Facilitor

      NC REAL
      Oct 2013

    • Certified Personal Fitness Trainer

      American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness)
      Jun 2017
      View certificate certificate

    • Communication Foundations

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2020
      View certificate certificate

    • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

      ResusciTech
      Jun 2023

    • Mental Health First Aid

      National Council for Behavioral Health
      Jun 2015

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Duane Adams
      2016 Executive Committee Member of the Year Minority Enterprise Development Committee Oct 2016
    • Awarded to Duane Adams
      Graduate - Leadership Asheville 34 Leadership Asheville May 2016 The primary aim of the Leadership Asheville Program is to strengthen participants’ knowledge of, commitment to, and involvement in collaborative community leadership. The program is designed to develop, connect, and mobilize citizens from cross-sectors of the community, including business, nonprofit, education, and government.The program begins in September and ends in May, with one full day of programming each month, and one overnight retreat. Program days are dedicated to both… Show more The primary aim of the Leadership Asheville Program is to strengthen participants’ knowledge of, commitment to, and involvement in collaborative community leadership. The program is designed to develop, connect, and mobilize citizens from cross-sectors of the community, including business, nonprofit, education, and government.The program begins in September and ends in May, with one full day of programming each month, and one overnight retreat. Program days are dedicated to both personal leadership development and community orientation, led by a variety of trainers, facilitators, and community leaders. There are also activities required outside of program days including readings, group project work, and writing assignments, which are integral program components. Beginning with the 2012 class (LA30), a second year of involvement became part of the Program which also enhances the value of your Leadership Asheville experience. Post-graduation, class participants are required to help design and participate in one class day the next year and/or be active committee members for key Leadership Asheville events and programs. This involvement over two years allows you to meet and engage with a larger and broader community of leaders.Through interactive community orientation, personal leadership development training, outside activities, and a hands-on team project, the Leadership Asheville Program provides a strong curriculum for developing a broad, collaborative action-network of community leaders. Participants complete the program with an increased capacity to contribute as effective leaders, a strong connection to the network of Leadership Asheville Program graduates and supporters, and a greater knowledge of the area in which they live.For more information please visit: https://leadershipasheville.unca.edu/ Show less
    • Awarded to Duane Adams
      Minority Enterprise Development Committee Chair's Award Minority Enterprise Development Committee Sep 2015 In recognition for collaborative efforts and contributions related to the development and growth of minority owned businesses in Western North Carolina.
    • Awarded to Duane Adams
      SBA Service Providers Award Small Business Administration Nov 2012 For outstanding contribution to building relationships and collaborative efforts that support small business and foster economic development.
    • Awarded to Duane Adams
      Asheville Black Excellence Award Sala Menaya Received in recognition of leadership and commitment to assisting BIPOC owned businesses in Asheville and Buncombe County.