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2019 Small Business of the Year Builds Success Off Customer Loyalty

Since opening its doors in September of 1991, Los Arcoiris has built a loyal following of customers seeking authentic Mexican cuisine combined with a cozy hacienda style décor. Owner Alfredo Alverez built the business on the premise of providing menu variety and consistency along with an... Continue Reading

2019 Large Business of the Year Meets the Needs of the High Country's Pet Population

When opening a night and weekend pet care service in Boone 15-years ago, Dr. David Linzey sought to meet a market demand. That service quickly expanded to Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country, a 24-hour emergency care practice. Over time Pet Care Clinic of the High Country and Ridge... Continue Reading

2019 Startup Business of the Year Expands Space and Minds

Downtown Boone offers an eclectic collection of restaurants and businesses that serve as a magnet for the region’s economy. Mary Ruthless looked to add to the menu of locally owned, independently managed King Street shops when she opened Foggy Pine Books in a quaint, 425-square foot space... Continue Reading

New Member: The Entrepreneur's Source

Join us in welcoming The Entreprenuer's Source as a Boone Area Chamber of Commerce member! "The Entrepreneur's Source has over 30 years of experience in Alternative Career Coaching that can transform your life from Employment to... Continue Reading

2020 Business After Hours Schedule Announced

Networking and relationship building remains one of the most utilized aspects of membership in the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. After setting event attendance records in 2019, we are excited to announce the 2020 Business After Hours schedule. These events not only provide a perfect setting... Continue Reading

Winter Storm Service Providers | 2019

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has compiled a list of local service providers that may be helpful to you and your business in the event of dangerous weather conditions. Continue Reading

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

November Business After Hours Postponed Due to Winter Weather

Due to winter weather in the High Country and the threat of refreeze Tuesday night, the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce announce that the joint Business After Hours scheduled for Tuesday, November 12th, has been postponed. The Watauga Campus of Caldwell Community College &... Continue Reading

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

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

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

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