With a mission to connect business and community partners, to enhance opportunities through advocacy and education, and support continued sustainable economic development within our region, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce staff and executive committee have been closely following the... Continue Reading
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The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its first Economic Indicators report of 2024. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy: Residential Home Sales Sales Tax Occupancy Tax Unemployment Rates New Single-Family Homes This report... Continue Reading
In front of an event-record audience at the historic Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone, 16 emerging High Country’s leaders were highlighted, and five honorees earned top accolades during the 8th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards ceremony. The event was hosted... Continue Reading
As part of this week’s 8th annual 4 Under 40 Awards, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize the late Dr. Kenneth E. Peacock with its Respect Your Elder Award. This is one of five awards that will be presented during the ceremony, which will be held Wednesday, April 24th, from... Continue Reading
On her final day as Chancellor, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Dr. Sheri Everts for her near decade-long service to Appalachian State University. We hope she is able to take full advantage of the opportunity to concentrate on improving her health. Chancellor Everts was a... Continue Reading
Watauga EDC to discuss cellular & broadband technology, childcare, and elect officers for the coming year. Continue Reading
Dancy Research completes Watauga County Childcare Study Continue Reading
Watauga EDC will hear multiple presentations along with an update on MyFutureNC Continue Reading
Sixteen members of the High Country community have been selected as category finalists for the 8th-annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This showcase of emerging leaders is presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Winners will be announced at the annual awards... Continue Reading
Nominate an emerging community leader for a Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Award with Title Sponsor, Appalachian Commercial Real Estate! The awards ceremony will take place Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at the Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone. Nominees must have... Continue Reading
Watauga Leadership Institute (WLI) is a work program administered by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce and encompasses all leadership development programming offered by the organization. Over 500 participants have engaged in Watauga Leadership Institute programming since 1998. Continue Reading
The Watauga Economic Development Commission unanimously adopted a resolution in support of myFutureNC’s goals for post-secondary degree attainment for Watauga County. The measure was adopted at the January meeting of the Watauga EDC, held January 18, 2024, in the Blue Ridge Energy... Continue Reading