Ribbon Cutting for BellaAge Hickory
On April 9, 2025, The Chamber of Catawba County hosted a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Celebration for BellaAge Hickory, an EveryAge lifestyle community, located at 22 S Center Street in Downtown Hickory, NC. BellaAge offers an extraordinary experience for the 55+ crowd. BellaAge is a brand new lifestyle rental community that offers the vibrance of […]
The Land Use Development Board: A Catalyst for Progress in Catawba County
Since its inception in 2005, the Land Use Development Board (LUDB) has played a critical role in influencing the growth and development of Catawba County. Formed through a collaborative effort between The Chamber of Catawba County, the Home Builders Association of Hickory-Catawba Valley, and the Catawba Valley Association of Realtors, the LUDB brings together representatives […]
Ribbon Cutting for Carolina West Wireless/Bark Mobile’s Wireless on Wheels (WOW) Mobile Store
The Chamber of Catawba County hosted a Ribbon Cutting for Carolina West Wireless/Bark Mobile’s new Wireless on Wheels (WOW) mobile store on March 26, 2025. The new service makes wireless service more accessible in the region. Carolina West Wireless is committed to bringing better wireless right to your neighborhood. The mobile store will be in […]
The Chamber of Catawba County awarded 2025 Communications Excellence Award
The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) recognized the recipients of their 2025 Communication Excellence Awards during their Staff Leadership Development Conference held on March 25, 2025 at the Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel in Chapel Hill, NC. The Communication Excellence Awards recognize outstanding communications efforts by Chambers of Commerce in North Carolina and […]
The Chamber of Catawba County’s 53rd Annual Meeting & Reception
Reflecting on a Year of ImpactCatawba County’s business and community leaders gathered in full force for the The Chamber of Catawba County held its 53rd Annual Meeting & Reception on February 25 at the Hickory Metro Convention Center. This premier event celebrated collaboration, progress, and the power of partnership. Over 340 business and community leaders […]
Meet our new Office Assistant, Kim Hartfiel
The Chamber of Catawba County is excited to introduce our new Office Assistant, Kim Hartfiel. Kim brings a wealth of experience in administrative support and customer service, most recently serving as the Membership Coordinator at the Pagosa Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, where she worked closely with the public and Chamber members to ensure smooth […]
Building Resilient Workplaces in 2025: Top Trends and Strategies for Catawba County Businesses
As Catawba County businesses continue to rebuild and adapt following the challenges of Hurricane Helene, resilience has become more than a buzzword—it’s a necessity. Employers have faced the dual challenges of disaster recovery and adapting to an ever-changing workplace landscape. At Catapult, we’re here to provide the insights and tools that empower businesses to not […]
Upskill Western Piedmont-Local Training Grants of up to $10,000 for Business Success
Upskill Western Piedmont, an initiative of the Western Piedmont Workforce Development Board (WPWDB), offers competitive training grants to businesses in addressing employees’ skill gaps, improving employee retention, helping stabilize the business, and increasing the competitiveness of the employee and business. Through this effort, businesses: Improve Productivity and Increase Competitiveness Retain Key Talent and Expertise Reduce […]
Meet our new Finance Coordinator, Kim Miller
The Chamber of Catawba County is excited to introduce our new Finance Coordinator, Kim Miller. Kim has extensive experience in financial and office management and brings a diverse background to our team, including previous roles as a Practice Administrator and Clinic Navigator. Kim is also a proud Leadership Catawba Class of 2017 graduate. Kim can be […]
Launching the Catawba County Talent Strategy
The Catawba County Chamber Foundation is proud to announce the official launch of the Catawba County Talent Strategy, a transformative process that will help position our community for long-term economic prosperity. This month marked a significant milestone as the first meeting of the Talent Strategy Steering Committee convened. This dynamic group, comprised of 45 leaders […]