State of the Community
Presented by Blue Ridge Energy
As we move through the last few months of 2023, the High Country has no shortage of important conversations that are driving our economic development landscape. Hear directly from those involved in these key projects and get a sense of what's to come for our area in 2024 during the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce State of the Community luncheon.
When: Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 11:00AM-1:00PM
Where: Chetola Resort, 185 Chetola Lake Drive in Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Tickets: $40/Individual
Doors open at 11:00AM for an excellent opportunity to network with event attendees from across the High Country. A buffet-style lunch will be served prior to the presentation.
Event Program
Welcome & Opening Remarks by Blue Ridge Energy
State of the Chamber 
Hear updates from David Jackson & Joe Furman about key projects and what to expect in 2024 from the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce and the Watauga Economic Development Commission.
The Numbers Tell a Story: How Data 
Drives Action Toward Expanding Childcare in Watauga County
Cyndi Dancy of Dancy Research shares the details surrounding the recently commissioned Watauga Childcare Study, how other counties across the State are using similar opportunities to survey their local landscape, and how local businesses and employers can be helpful to the process.
The State of the Ag Economy in Watauga County
Jim Hamilton, Watauga County Director of NC Cooperative Extension, provides an economic overview and project update regarding farming and agrotourism in Watauga County.
Q&A with Presenters 
Featuring remarks by Jonathan Allen, Allen Wealth Management.
Additional event support comes from Stacie Pineda Real Estate Group, First Horizon, Peak Insurance, Allen Wealth Management, and Chetola Resort.
For questions, contact the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce at 828-264-2225 or email the Chamber’s Director of Events, Carrie Henderson at carrie@boonechamber.com.
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