Introducing The Startup Catawba County Digital Toolkit

The Chamber of Catawba County proudly announces the launch of The Startup Catawba County Digital Toolkit-a digital resource offering step-by-step guidance for aspiring business owners. The guide covers refining the idea, selecting a location, obtaining permits, passing inspections, and more. When printed, you’ll notice that our digital guide doubles as a checklist.   Did a family […]

Bumgarner Oil/Little Caesars Ribbon Cutting

On January 25, 2024, we celebrated our First Ribbon Cutting of 2024 with Bumgarner Oil, parent company of Cubbard Express. At Bumgarner Oil, they love pizza almost as much as they love being Hickory, North Carolina’s #1 oil company. At the end of 2019, they purchased a Little Caesars Express franchise. Like Little Caesars, Bumgarner […]

2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide Feature: Downtown Newton

The Chamber of Catawba County is excited to launch the 2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide. This digital clickable guide features nonprofit organizations, retail, dining experiences, local destinations, and more. Join us in spreading holiday cheer and supporting the heart of your community: our local businesses and organizations. Shop local, give local, and make this […]

2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide Feature: Viewmont Pharmacy

The Chamber of Catawba County is excited to launch the 2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide. This digital clickable guide features nonprofit organizations, retail, dining experiences, local destinations, and more. Join us in spreading holiday cheer and supporting the heart of your community: our local businesses and organizations. Shop local, give local, and make this […]

2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide Launch

The Chamber of Catawba County is excited to launch the 2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide. This digital clickable guide features nonprofit organizations, retail, dining experiences, local destinations, and more. Join us in spreading holiday cheer and supporting the heart of your community: our local businesses and organizations. Shop local, give local, and make this […]

Frothy Rooster Ribbon Cutting

On November 16, 2023, we celebrated the Grand Opening of Downtown Hickory’s newest restaurant, Frothy Rooster. They are located at 1 North Center Street in Hickory and are open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 am-2:00 pm and on Sundays from 8:00 am-3:00 pm. Chamber Ambassador, Melissa Aldrich, greeted the crowd at the entrance of Frothy […]

2023 Women’s Leadership Conference Recap

Yesterday, we hosted our 18th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference, Presented by Catawba Valley Health System. We welcomed over 625+ business leaders who dedicated a full day to investing in themselves and their teams. Our dynamic speaker lineup featured 11 speakers, including our Morning and Afternoon Keynote Speakers, Jo Miller and Dionne Griffin-McGee. Watch our video […]

Broome Insurance, a Legacy Insurance Partner, Ribbon Cutting

On November 1, 2023, we hosted a 75th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting for Broome Insurance, a Legacy Insurance Partner. Broome Insurance is a family-owned firm that was founded in 1948 and is now in its fourth generation of ownership. We began the celebration with a welcoming introduction from Chamber Ambassador, Andrea Walshak, followed by special remarks […]

34th Annual Golf Classic Tournament Winners

Congratulations to the winners of our 34th Annual Golf Classic, Presented by Catawba Valley Engineering & Testing. AM Tournament Winners:First Place (54): David Bumgarner, Derrick Hayes, Josh Miller, Ethan JohnsonSecond Place (56): Brandon Lee, Joe Beliveau, Craig Bahlman, Tony CookThird Place (57): Michael Edwards, Ben Garrett, Ricky Brooks, Chris Kennedy PM Tournament Winners: First Place (54): […]