6th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Breakfast

Hosted by the Boone and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce


Thursday, January 20, 2022
7:30 AM - 9:45 AM (EST)
* Registration open until 1/20/22 at 8:00 AM (EST)
* Registration open until 1/20/22 at 8:00 AM (EST)

The 6th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Breakfast is scheduled for Thursday, January 20th, from 7:30am-9:45am in the Grandview Ballroom of Appalachian State University.

The event is co-hosted by the Boone Area Chamber and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce and is presented by Peak Insurance Group.

Additional event support comes from Skyline National Bank, Allen Wealth Management, The Horton Hotel, and Appalachian Commercial Real Estate

Dr. Harry Davis, longtime Appalachian State Walker College of Business faculty member and member of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, will deliver his 2022 High Country Economic Forecast. Dr. Davis is a regionally renowned economist and serves as both Dean and Instructor for the North Carolina School of Banking. 

Christopher Chung, President/CEO of The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, will provide remarks that detail 2022 for EDPNC, while also outlining current economic development trends in rural areas of North Carolina. 

During the presentation, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce will reveal the recipients for the 2021 Watauga County Business of the Year Awards, presented by the Watauga County EDC. Business of the Year winners will be recognized in three categories: Large Business, Small Business, and Startup Business.

Doors open at 7:30am for an excellent opportunity to network with event attendees from across the High Country. A buffet-style breakfast will be served prior to the presentation. 

*All guests should be prepared to comply with health & safety guidelines established by the University at the time of the event.  

For questions, contact the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce at 828-264-2225 or email David@boonechamber.com.

* Registration open until 1/20/22 at 8:00 AM (EST)
* Registration open until 1/20/22 at 8:00 AM (EST)

For More Information:

David Jackson

David Jackson

President/CEO, Boone Area Chamber of Commerce