Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Openings

Hunger and Health Coalition Ribbon Cutting, June 2026.

To schedule a Ribbon Cutting, please read the information below and then reach out to Carrie Henderson, Chief of Staff/Vice President of Events at carrie@boonechamber.com or by calling (828) 264-2225. 
 
The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Provides:

There is no charge for this service to Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Members in good standing.

  • Platforms to promote the event will be posted on the event calendar and weekly e-newsletters.
  • The BACC team will come out to support the event. A Chamber Staff Member will be happy to provide congratulatory remarks if you wish (based on schedule availability). 
  • Of course, the iconic Giant Scissors and Ribbon!

 

BRIGHT Eyes Ribbon Cutting, August 2024

 

Guidelines and Recommendations:

 
Schedule your event at least one month in advance.

This gives us time to build the event page and get it on our e-mail schedule to ensure we give it the marketing and planning it deserves! 

 

Be strategic about the time of the event.

We want to make sure your event is everything you envisioned it to be! Ribbon cuttings will be scheduled during Boone Area Chamber of Commerce office hours, Monday-Thursday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. When inviting community members, we recommend a time that is convenient for the majority of folks. In the morning on the way to work or during lunchtime will help draw a larger crowd. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays have the best turnouts.
 

What do we need from you?
  • Event page: So our team can best create your event page, please send the information below. We also encourage you to view previous event pages here for inspiration.
    • Two-three sentences or a short paragraph sentences about your business
    • High-quality logo
    • Photos you would like featured
    • Guest experience details (i.e. food, drinks, tours of the facility). 
  • Ribbon color! Our partners at Bouquet Florist to a fabulous job creating the ribbons from colors that compliment your brand and location.
  • Determine who will cut the ribbon. The owners, top managers, or executives most frequently do the honors, but each business is different and can pick whomever they like.
  • Who do you want in photos? Some businesses will take multiple photos at the event including staff, special guests, etc. Pictures can be taken before, during, and after the ribbon cutting so it's best to plan who you would like in each photo beforehand.
  • Prepare short remarks. This is usually done when everyone is gathered before the ribbon cutting. This is a great time to give a short “commercial” and share what it is you do and what sets you apart. 

 

Invite everyone you know!

While your event will be included on our website and emailed to our members, we can't guarantee who will be in attendance. If you have certain folks you want to be there, let them know! Invite clients, prospects, friends, family, business neighbors, associates, government officials, etc. A personal invite goes a long way. If it's someone we can help make a connection with, let us know. 

To schedule a Ribbon Cutting, please read the information above and then reach out to Carrie Henderson, Chief of Staff/Vice President of Events at carrie@boonechamber.com or by calling (828) 264-2225. 
 
Catering

Food and beverage elevates any event experience, but it is not required and not provided by the Boone Area Chamber.

Membership Directory: Food/Beverage