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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
Annual awards ceremony to honor emerging leaders in the High Country Continue Reading
A sold-out audience of over 300 Watauga County business leaders attended the 7th Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon, Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the Grandview Ballroom on the campus of Appalachian State University. The event was presented by Peak Insurance Group with additional... Continue Reading
Alray Tire & Automotive, AMOREM, and 180 Float Spa recognized as 2022 Watauga County Business of the Year winners. Continue Reading
Good afternoon, We hope this email finds you all well and having enjoyed some time with friends and family during the holidays. Unfortunately, the arctic blast that greeted us toward the end of last week has left some soggy surprises for businesses and residents to find as they return from the... Continue Reading
The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the 2021 Business of the year awards. Continue Reading
Thank you to all that attended the 30th Annual Last Chance Golf Tournament, presented by the Boone Area Sports Commission, Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, and SkyLine/SkyBest. Despite the rain, it was an enjoyable morning on the award-winning course at Hound Ears Club. 1st Place with a... Continue Reading
With the third quarter of the year completed, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce released its third Economic Indicators report of 2022. This quarterly report examines five key statistics within the Watauga County & High Country Economy, featuring a summary of local impacts by Dr. Harry... Continue Reading
The Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce hosted the 2022 Watauga County Meet the Candidates Forum on Thursday, October 6th at the Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone. The forum event allowed state and local candidates to inform the local business community about their platform,... Continue Reading
Business After Hours provides a unique opportunity to network and showcase your business to fellow Chamber members. These events are scheduled for the 2nd Thursday of each month from January through December each year. All BACC members current with their membership dues can apply for Business... Continue Reading
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. Chamber members are listed in bold. We strongly urge each of you to consider your own situations and what types of needs you... Continue Reading
A celebration of Powerful Voices was on display at the first Watauga Women in Leadership Gala, held for over 100 attendees on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the Inn at Crestwood in Blowing Rock, NC. Headlined by emcee presenter WBTV's Molly Grantham, the event spotlighted the inspiring voices... Continue Reading
