Chamber News

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Presents 3rd Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

Four emerging leaders and a trusted advocate for young professionals were honored during the 3rd annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards luncheon. The sold-out event was held Wednesday at The Harvest House in Boone and was presented by Appalachian Commercial Real Estate and... Continue Reading

Talent Jam - Work It Watauga Set For April 4th At Ransom Pub

Talent Jam is coming to Watauga County Thursday (April 4) from 5-7pm at Ransom Pub! An event that authentically connects our local talent and the organizations that need them in ways that traditional networking events or job fairs simply don’t. This is a high-energy, hyperlocal event that... Continue Reading

Finalists Announced for 3rd Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

Sixteen members of the High Country community have been selected as category finalists for the 3rd annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. Winners will be announced at an awards luncheon, Wednesday April 10th, from 11:30 am-1 pm at Harvest House in Boone. The event is presented... Continue Reading

SkyLine/Skybest & Carolina West Wireless Presenting Sponsors for Vision Northwest North Carolina

With registration underway for Vision Northwest North Carolina, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce SkyLine/Skybest and Carolina West Wireless will serve as presenting sponsors for the event. Vision Northwest North Carolina is a one-day summit that will highlight local... Continue Reading

Vision Northwest North Carolina Set for May 22nd

Seeking an opportunity to spark dialogue regarding economic leadership in 12 Northwest North Carolina counties, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce announces the creation of Vision Northwest North Carolina, a one-day summit that will highlight local trends in economic, workforce, and talent... Continue Reading

Healthy Heart Collaborative Stages 2nd Annual Cardiac Health Awareness Campaign

A community alliance that includes several Boone Area Chamber of Commerce members continues their work to raise awareness about cardiac health and education. The Healthy Heart Collaborative is a combination of efforts from The Omar Carter Foundation (OCF), a non-profit agency focused on... Continue Reading

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Now Accepting Nominations For 3rd Annual 4 Under 40 Awards

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE USING DOWNLOADABLE FORM CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE USING ONLINE FORM In an ongoing effort to recognize emerging leaders in the High Country business community, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce announces that nominations for the 2019 4 Under 40 awards are now being... Continue Reading

Boone Area & Blowing Rock Chambers Host 3rd Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Breakfast

Over 160 local business leaders gathered at Appalachian Ski Mountain for the 3rd Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Breakfast, co-hosted by the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce. The event was presented by PeakGroup.insure and further sponsorship support was provided by Caldwell... Continue Reading

Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Awards 2018 Businesses of the Year

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce announced its winners of the 2018 Business of the Year Awards during the 3rd Annual High Country Economic Kickoff Breakfast Thursday morning at Appalachian Ski Mountain. The awards were sponsored by the Watauga County Economic Development Commission. Nominations... Continue Reading

Roachel Laney Hired To Direct Sports Tourism Efforts

The effort to enhance the High Country as a sports tourism destination takes another step forward as the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce and the Boone and Watauga County Tourism Development Authorities announce Roachel Laney has been hired as Director of the soon to be established Boone Area... Continue Reading

Watauga County Receives Certification as ACT Work Ready Community

Watauga County today announced that it has met all criteria to become a certified ACT Work Ready Community. This achievement caps a two-year engagement process and begins a two-year growth and maintenance phase to retain certification. The ACT Work Ready Communities initiative is designed to... Continue Reading

Sendoff Scheduled Tuesday For App State Football Team

Press Release Prepared by Town of Boone Cultural Resources The Appalachian State University Football team departs Tuesday, December 11th, for New Orleans, Louisiana, to participate in the 2018 R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl. The Jones House, the Downtown Boone Development Association, the... Continue Reading