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2020 Business After Hours Applications Available
2020 Business After Hours Applications Available

Host a Business After Hours networking event in 2020 The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has opened the application window for the 2020 schedule of Business After Hours. This series of monthly networking events are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5-7 pm. Events are designed to offer... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/1/2019


Meyer To Receive CACCE Lifetime Achievement Award
Meyer To Receive CACCE Lifetime Achievement Award

Former Boone Area Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Dan Meyer has been selected by the Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) to receive its Lifetime Achievement Award. The ceremony will take place during an awards luncheon at the CACCE Annual Management Conference October... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted09/16/2019


Chamber To Offer Two Business Communication Workshops
Chamber To Offer Two Business Communication Workshops

Businesses of all scopes and sizes spend countless hours refining their inventory. Whether those companies sell goods or provide a service, the time spent evaluating how to meet market trends ensures customers are provided the products they demand. In today’s business climate there are many... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted08/6/2019


Chamber To Participate In Roundup for Middle Fork Greenway
Chamber To Participate In Roundup for Middle Fork Greenway

The Middle Fork Greenway remains one of the top economic development projects in the High Country, building a natural connection between the communities of Boone and Blowing Rock. The Roundup for the Middle Fork Greenway seeks to engage 200+ businesses to help raise $200,000+ dollars in July... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted07/15/2019


2019 Community Award Winners Announced
2019 Community Award Winners Announced

Seven local business pillars will be honored for their community involvement during the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Meeting, presented by Skyline/Skybest and Red Moon Catering. The 2019 Community Award winners will receive their awards and be recognized with a special... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted07/2/2019


Chamber to host 70th Annual Membership Meeting August 1st
Chamber to host 70th Annual Membership Meeting August 1st

An internationally acclaimed keynote speaker and the presentation of seven community awards highlight the 70th Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Meeting, presented by Skyline/Skybest and Red Moon Catering. The event is set for Thursday, August 1st, from 5-8pm, at the Holmes... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted07/1/2019


Boone Area Sports Commission To Host Professional Soccer Match
Boone Area Sports Commission To Host Professional Soccer Match

Professional soccer is coming to the High Country. The inaugural Ted Mackorell Soccer Classic takes place Tuesday, July 9th, at 5:30pm, pitting the Tri-Cities Otters (Johnson City, TN) against Tobacco Road FC (Durham, NC). The match will take place at the Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex in Boone and... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted06/11/2019


Chamber Announces 2019-20 Board of Directors & Executive Committee
Chamber Announces 2019-20 Board of Directors & Executive Committee

Six local business leaders have been elected as members of the 2019 Class of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The Chamber also announces David Still, Director of Business Development for RaysWeather.com, will assume the role as Chair of the Board of Directors for the 2019-20... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted06/7/2019


Registration Open for 2nd-annual Insight Series
Registration Open for 2nd-annual Insight Series

2019 Insight Series The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce registration for the 2nd-annual Insight Series is now open. The Insight Series focuses on leadership development and career affirmation while connecting in a small group setting with established business leaders. The... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted06/6/2019


Economic Leaders Convene For Vision Northwest North Carolina
Economic Leaders Convene For Vision Northwest North Carolina

A total of 16 speakers and panelists fueled economic leadership discussion for an audience of 180 education, economic development, and business community leaders at the inaugural Vision Northwest North Carolina summit, held Wednesday in Boone at the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Leon... Continue Reading

Date posted05/22/2019


Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Presents 3rd Annual 4 Under 40 Awards
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Presents 3rd Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

Four emerging leaders and a trusted advocate for young professionals were honored during the 3rd annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards luncheon. The sold-out event was held Wednesday at The Harvest House in Boone and was presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate and... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted04/10/2019


Talent Jam - Work It Watauga Set For April 4th At Ransom Pub
Talent Jam - Work It Watauga Set For April 4th At Ransom Pub

Talent Jam is coming to Watauga County Thursday (April 4) from 5-7pm at Ransom Pub! An event that authentically connects our local talent and the organizations that need them in ways that traditional networking events or job fairs simply don’t. This is a high-energy, hyperlocal event that... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted04/1/2019