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2025 Q2 Economic Indicators
2025 Q2 Economic Indicators

As the High Country economy moves through its busy summer tourism period, and the State of North Carolina reclaims its ranking as the #1 state for business in the United States, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its Q2 Economic Indicators Report for 2025. This quarterly report examines... Continue Reading

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted07/28/2025


Strength in Community, Power in Partnership
Strength in Community, Power in Partnership

With a gifted Chamber membership, Mast General Store invests in Pearl’s Kitchen + Tiny Market When the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce added a new gifted membership option to its Summit Level benefits, the idea was simple: empower established businesses to extend opportunity to new... Continue Reading

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted07/24/2025


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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted07/10/2025


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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted07/7/2025


2025 Community Award Nominations Open for Spirit of Boone
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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted07/7/2025


Boonerang 2025 is Just What We Needed
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

Postedby David Jackson
Date posted06/26/2025


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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted06/5/2025


Know Your Neighbor: Blue Ridge Acupuncture & Integrative Health
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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted06/3/2025


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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted05/29/2025


Watauga Economic Development Commission Releases April 2025 Business Snapshot Report
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

Postedby Emma Faulkner
Date posted05/28/2025


Spotlighting Women in Leadership: Redefining Success on Her Terms
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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted05/27/2025


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

Postedby Megan Biddix
Date posted05/23/2025