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2020 Watauga Leadership Institute Courses Open for Enrollment
2020 Watauga Leadership Institute Courses Open for Enrollment

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce announces the rebranding of its community leadership development program as registration for its first two 2020 courses opens. The Watauga Leadership Institute will serve as an umbrella for all of the Chamber's leadership development coursework and programming.... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted11/12/2019


Registration Open for 2020 Program Partners
Registration Open for 2020 Program Partners

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce serves our membership daily by enhancing connection points in the community, advocating on the behalf of our membership on key issues, and providing further education and leadership development opportunities throughout the year. Businesses that have become... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/30/2019


Nominations Open for 2019 Watauga County Business of the Year
Nominations Open for 2019 Watauga County Business of the Year

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce seeks nominations for the 2019 Watauga County Business of the Year Awards. The Business of the Year awards are sponsored by the Watauga County Economic Development Commission. The Startup Business of the Year is presented by Skyline National Bank. Nominations... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/24/2019


2019 Boone Town Council Candidate Podcast Series
2019 Boone Town Council Candidate Podcast Series

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce presents a special podcast series that features each of the four candidates on the 2019 ballot for Boone Town Council. Due to scheduling issues with the candidates and other technical factors, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce was forced to forgo a public forum... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/14/2019


CACCE Presents Meyer with Lifetime Achievement Award
CACCE Presents Meyer with Lifetime Achievement Award

Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) Recognizes Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients for 2019 Press Release submitted by CACCE Myrtle Beach, SC – The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) recognized two new Lifetime Achievement Award... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/4/2019


Boone Area Featured In New York Times
Boone Area Featured In New York Times

Photo by Mike Belleme for The New York Times Boone and Blowing Rock received high praise from one of the nation's papers-of-record. The New York Times featured an article on its travel blog entitled: 36 Hours In Boone NC (and Environs), by Paige McClanahan, and featured numerous local restaurants,... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/3/2019


Chamber Set To Buy Boone Lunch At F.A.R.M. Cafe October 16th
Chamber Set To Buy Boone Lunch At F.A.R.M. Cafe October 16th

Press release submitted by F.A.R.M. Cafe On Wednesday October 16th between 11am and 2pm, everyone is welcome to Feed All Regardless of Means (F.A.R.M.) Cafe at 617 West King Street for another ‘Buy Boone Lunch’ event. Just like each day at F.A.R.M Cafe, guests can donate what they... Continue Reading

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted10/2/2019


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