Chamber News

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Announces Board Leadership Transitions and Staff Promotions

Tara Brossa to serve as Chair of Board of Directors for 2025-26 fiscal year BOONE, NC – The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce several leadership transitions to its Board of Directors and staff as it begins its 2025-26 fiscal year. Tara Brossa, General... Continue Reading

Watauga Economic Development Commission Opens May and June 2025 Business Snapshot Surveys

Watauga EDC will release its combined report for May-June 2025 business performance on July 24th BOONE, NC – In a continued effort to track real-time conditions for local businesses as recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Helene continue, the Watauga County Economic... Continue Reading

2025 Community Award Nominations Open for Spirit of Boone

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for our 2025 Community Awards, which will be presented during this year’s Spirit of Boone, taking place Thursday, September 18, 2025. Save the date! As we honor the businesses and individuals who exemplify community... Continue Reading

Boonerang 2025 is Just What We Needed

A Letter of Thanks On behalf of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce staff, Board of Directors, and the many local businesses who benefited from the experience of this four-day homecoming, we say thank you! As High Country residents, we’ve gathered for many reasons over the last nine months,... Continue Reading

WNC Open for Business Week Launches in the High Country with Statewide and National Attention

We officially kicked off WNC Open for Business Week with a celebration that highlights one of the High Country’s most powerful economic drivers: the outdoors. On Monday, we had the honor of welcoming North Carolina First Lady Anna Stein to the High Country, where she helped us host a... Continue Reading

Know Your Neighbor: Blue Ridge Acupuncture & Integrative Health

You're Invited: BrainFest 2025 A Celebration of Brain Health & Community! June 14th | 10 AM – 2 PM | Blue Ridge Brain CenterYou're invited to BrainFest—a FREE community event filled with fun, food, and a hands-on introduction to the powerful brain-based services we offer at... Continue Reading

Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers to Participate in WNC Open for Business Week

Regional effort coordinated by WNC Chamber Business Coalition to bring eyes and visitors to the area. BOONE, NC – To kick off the summer tourism season and generate visitor traffic, the Western North Carolina Chamber Business Coalition is pleased to announce #WNCOpenforBusiness week Monday,... Continue Reading

Watauga Economic Development Commission Releases April 2025 Business Snapshot Report

Stability among key indicators highlights predictability in both revenue and performance for businesses 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

Spotlighting Women in Leadership: Redefining Success on Her Terms

Watauga Women in Leadership (WWIL) continues to cultivate space for connection, growth, and shared wisdom among women across the High Country. As part of our ongoing storytelling series, we’re highlighting the voices and experiences of local women who lead with intention and inspire those... Continue Reading

Defining Today’s Skilled Labor Needs: A Recap of Vision NWNC 2025

The 6th annual Vision Northwest North Carolina summit, held Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Watauga Campus of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute brought together over 110 leaders from across the region for a day of cross-sector collaboration, practical solutions, and... Continue Reading

Full Agenda Announced for 2025 Vision Northwest North Carolina

Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt headlines a group of presenters highlighting career pathways for skilled labor jobs BOONE, NC – A visit and featured remarks from North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt headlines a day filled with industry-driven presentations and insightful panel... Continue Reading

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Distributes Additional $520,000 in Third Round of Grants

Hope for the High Country funds granted to an additional 61 businesses in Watauga, Ashe, & Avery Counties. With over 160 requests received through Hope for the High Country: Hurricane Helene Business Resiliency Disaster Grants, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has recently... Continue Reading