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2024 in Review
2024 in Review

As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a year of resiliency, growth, celebration, connection, and meaningful progress for the Boone business community. From the vibrant events that brought us together to the communications and marketing efforts that kept everyone informed, every team within the... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted12/20/2024


Watauga Economic Development Commission Releases November 2024 Business Snapshot Report
Watauga Economic Development Commission Releases November 2024 Business Snapshot Report

Report also includes information about Thanksgiving Weekend sales performance BOONE, NC – In an ongoing effort to track real-time conditions for local businesses as recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Helene continue, the Watauga County Economic Development Commission released its... Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted12/16/2024


Attorney General Josh Stein Honors Western North Carolinians with Dogwood Award
Attorney General Josh Stein Honors Western North Carolinians with Dogwood Award

Last week, our staff was honored to join our friends at FizzEd and Zionville Ramp Company as Watauga County recipients of the 2024 Dogwood Award. These awards are distributed to honor people who are working to improve the health, safety, and well-being of their fellow North Carolinians. This... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted12/13/2024


Foundation Distributes $114,000 in Second Round of Business Resiliency Disaster Grants
Foundation Distributes $114,000 in Second Round of Business Resiliency Disaster Grants

BOONE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION DISTRIBUTES AN ADDITIONAL $114,000 IN SECOND ROUND OF BUSINESS RESILIENCY DISASTER GRANTS Hope for the High Country funds granted to an additional 76 businesses in Watauga, Ashe, and Avery Counties.BOONE, NC – With nearly 230 total requests received... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted12/12/2024


BRIGHT Eyes
BRIGHT Eyes

Rent a room at BRIGHT Eyes! Here at BRIGHT Eyes, we’re passionate about finding harmony between eye care, wellness, and beauty. We aim to build a multi-disciplinary health center & med spa, and are looking to grow our in-house offerings through collaborations with other independent... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted12/10/2024


Now Accepting Nominations for 2024 Businesses of the Year
Now Accepting Nominations for 2024 Businesses of the Year

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Watauga County Business of the Year Awards. These awards will be presented in three categories including Large Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, & Start-Up Business of the Year. They will be presented... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted12/3/2024


Watauga EDC Opens November 2024 Business Snapshot Survey
Watauga EDC Opens November 2024 Business Snapshot Survey

Reporting is open through December 13th. The Watauga EDC will release its full November 2024 report on December 16th Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted12/2/2024


Registration Open for 2025 Watauga Leadership Institute Cohorts
Registration Open for 2025 Watauga Leadership Institute Cohorts

As 2024 moves toward its conclusion, now is a perfect time to consider professional development opportunities for the coming year. Registration is now open for the 2025 Watauga Leadership Institute cohorts. Watauga Leadership Institute is a comprehensive leadership development program designed... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted11/20/2024


Mountain Vista Window Washing
Mountain Vista Window Washing

Mountain Vista Window Washing Service Customer Service Representative/Dispatcher Primary responsibility is to respond to clients' needs through verbal and written communication as their primary point of contact in a timely manner while building trust and relationships with clients and prospects... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted11/18/2024


Watauga Economic Development Commission Releases October 2024 Business Snapshot Report
Watauga Economic Development Commission Releases October 2024 Business Snapshot Report

Watauga EDC will release similar reports each month through October 2025 to chart Helene recovery Continue Reading

Postedby Joe Furman
Date posted11/18/2024


Foundation Reopens Applications for Business Resiliency Disaster Grants
Foundation Reopens Applications for Business Resiliency Disaster Grants

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Reopens Applications for Business Resiliency Disaster Grants Hope for the High Country grants were distributed to 86 businesses in Watauga, Ashe, and Avery Counties in first round of funding. BOONE, NC – As it continues to fundraise for its Hope... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted11/8/2024


Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Distributes $344,500 in First Round of Grants
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Distributes $344,500 in First Round of Grants

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Distributes $344,500 in First Round of Business Resiliency Disaster Grants Hope for the High Country funds were granted to 86 businesses in Watauga, Ashe, and Avery Counties. BOONE, NC – After receiving nearly 150 requests in the first offering of... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted11/4/2024