Meritage Homes Celebrates Grand Opening of Walnut Reserve Community
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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
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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 […]
Celebrating 50 Years of Leadership Catawba-All Class Reunion
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On July 31, 2024, The Chamber of Catawba County hosted the Leadership Catawba All Class Reunion at Hart Square Village’s Sigmon Education Center in Vale, NC. Over 150 guests ranging from Leadership Catawba Alumni to Community Partners to Program Leaders attended the once in a lifetime event. Representatives from 26 different class years, ranging from […]
Convert One-time Customers into Repeat Buyers
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One of the best ways to grow your business and increase sales is to convert one-off customers into repeat customers. You can build solid relationships with your customers by providing high-quality products and services and offering unique content or experiences that make your customers want to return for more. Repeat customers are the lifeblood of […]
Dahlsten elected to Board of Directors for Association of Chamber of Commerce Professionals
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Kim Dahlsten, Vice President of Operations & Director of Leadership Catawba, for The Chamber of Catawba County has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, an Alexandria, Va.-based association of over 9,000 professionals who work for and with more than 1,300 chambers of commerce. […]
Unlocking Potential with the DoD SkillBridge Program & Recent Program Updates
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Are you a company in the Catawba County area looking to tap into top-tier talent? Or perhaps you’re a transitioning military member seeking valuable civilian work experience? If so, the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program is something you should know about! What is the SkillBridge Program? The DoD SkillBridge Program connects transitioning Service members […]
Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
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Keep Your Home in Top Shape All Year Round Home maintenance can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down into seasonal tasks makes it manageable. Use this checklist to ensure your home stays safe, efficient, and comfortable throughout the year. Download the Free Checklist here. Spring Maintenance Roof Inspection Check for missing or damaged shingles Clean […]
Austin and Cooley Attend Institute for Organizational Management
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WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Kathy Austin, Communications & Projects Specialist and Nathan Cooley, Partner Recruitment & Sponsorship Manager of The Chamber of Catawba County have recently completed their second (Austin) and third (Cooley) years at Institute for Organization […]
Announcing the Leadership Catawba Class of 2024-25
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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 […]
Advocacy Day in Raleigh
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Yesterday, President/CEO Lindsay Keisler and our Lumin Strategies team, Advocacy Director, Brian Francis, and Advocacy Strategist, Sarah Prencipe, led a delegation to engage with our elected officials. The Chamber of Catawba County supports public policy that promotes a strong business climate and fosters economic development. We strive not only to serve as a go-to source […]