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 […]
Why It’s Important to Buy Local First
When you shop local, you do far more than get the items that you want quickly and conveniently. Buying local actually stimulates the economy in our community, helps benefit local schools and charities — and it even helps the environment. Take a look at some of the many reasons why it’s important to shop and […]
Explore the 2024 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide
The Chamber of Catawba County is thrilled to launch this year’s 2024 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide. This digital clickable guide features small businesses and local organizations in Catawba County. Join us in spreading holiday cheer and supporting the heart of your community, now through December 31. Click here
Secretary of State Elaine Marshall visits Catawba County-Hosts Business Roundtable and Main Street Walks
Secretary of State Elaine Marshall visited Catawba County to meet with a dozen first time business owners from Catawba and Alexander Counties at Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) on August 29, 2024. Secretary Marshall highlighted the state’s Rural Rise NC initiative which connects new business owners with mentors, business counselors, funding sources, and more, for free. Elected […]
Meritage Homes Celebrates Grand Opening of Walnut Reserve Community
On August 27, we hosted a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the official Grand Opening of Meritage Homes’ newest community, Walnut Reserve. Walnut Reserve is located at 1209 30th St Lane, NE in Hickory and features a variety of two story single family floorplans ranging from 3-5 bedrooms. Remarks were made by Chamber President/CEO Lindsay Keisler, […]
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 […]