Celebrating 50 Years of Leadership: Catawba’s Legacy of Growth, Excellence, and Community Impact

On March 20th, we will mark a monumental milestone—the graduation of Leadership Catawba’s 50th class. Since 1974, Leadership Catawba has been a cornerstone of community leadership development, providing individuals with the chance to connect with key local leaders and engage deeply with our county’s growth. Through this program, participants have not only expanded their personal […]

From Views to Value: Unlocking the Power of Video Marketing

Video marketing has evolved from a nice-to-have strategy into an essential tool for businesses looking to engage audiences, increase brand awareness, and drive conversions. As platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok continue to dominate digital consumption, businesses that fail to embrace video content risk losing relevance. In fact, online videos can reach 92% of internet users […]

How to make your point with our elected officials

If you want to get things done on a political level, sometimes voting isn’t enough. You have to make your case directly to the people at or near the top. But what’s the best way to do that? Most people who want to reach out to their elected representatives come up short for anything beyond […]

2024-25 Leadership Catawba Orientation & Retreat

The Chamber of Catawba County welcomed the 2024-25 Leadership Catawba cohort last Thursday, August 15, at Abernathy Laurels. A welcome and overview of the program and expectations were outlined by Kim Dahlsten, Director of Leadership Catawba & Vice President of Operations. Special remarks were made by Pat Carver, Area Executive with First Citizens Bank, and […]

Announcing the Leadership Catawba Class of 2024-25

The Chamber of Catawba County announces the 2024-25 Leadership Catawba cohort. Leadership Catawba, the longest running program of The Chamber, has educated and equipped hundreds of Catawba County residents with information about the social, economic, and political dynamics of our community. Over the next 8 months, participants will be immersed in community issues and challenges […]