Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains, the Asheville area attracts newcomers for its astounding quality of life, low crime rate and welcoming entrepreneurial environment. Known for its culinary delights, history, architecture, natural settings and as a Mecca for adventure lovers, Asheville has something for everyone. 
Whether your ideal Asheville visit takes you gallery hopping on Broadway, antique shopping in Biltmore Village, trekking along the Appalachian Trail, or to a downtown show at a rock club named one of the top five in the country by Rolling Stone Magazine, the Asheville area has something guaranteed to delight every visitor. Don’t just take our word for it…experience it for yourself. 
Ask almost any Chamber member why they are a member and they’ll tell you—in Asheville, it’s the most important way to meet people and grow your business. As North Carolina’s third largest Chamber, the Asheville Chamber includes more than 2,000 businesses, organizations and coalitions. Members know the value a membership provides. Find out how members find value with the Asheville Chamber. 
Look at snapshots from Chamber events and view videos of Chamber programming and events. 
Meet and connect with the leadership team that sets goals and leads the activities of the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce. 
Young Professionals of Asheville (YPA) is a non-profit organization focused on connecting young professionals through community and social events. Get involved and learn more about opportunities for business networking, professional development, service through volunteering, leadership training and social events. 
Do you have questions about the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce? Are you wondering where we are located, what we do, or how to find photos of the Asheville area? We’ve listed answers to our most frequently asked questions here. 
The Asheville region has expertise in several dynamic talent driven industries. Local businesses, educational programs, and community leaders are working in collaboration to nurture and grow these targeted sectors. 
Many businesses are thriving in Asheville and yours could be next. Here are a few of the local businesses making headlines recently. 
Consider the Economic Development staff your one-stop resource for connecting to the Asheville community. Find a complete list of staff available to help you plan the next phase of your business. 
Asheville’s economy and industry is constantly evolving. Keep up to date on the latest industry announcements and plans here. Contact the EDC staff if your company has exciting news to share with the community. 
Did you know that the Asheville Chamber is the third largest Chamber in North Carolina? The Asheville Chamber is made up of more than 2,000 businesses, organizations and coalitions, all planning for the future of the Asheville area. The Chamber’s mission is to increase the region’s livability by advancing its economic vitality.Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) | 828.258.6102 | Email
Brochure and Window Displays
Display your brochure or merchandise to the 150,000+ visitors that enter the Chamber's Visitor Center annually. Window displays are available for additional fees. Call the Chamber's director of events and sponsorships for detailed information at 828.232.2729.
Guides and Website Listings
Reach individuals and groups planning their visit to Asheville. Chamber members may be eligible for a detailed listing on ExploreAsheville.com, the official tourism website for WNC, as well as in publications produced by the Asheville CVB -- free of charge (follow this link for policies concerning web and print listings). Priced advertising is also available. Members in Buncombe County may be included in the Official Asheville Travel Guide. For members involved in the weddings market, the CVB maintains MyWeddingInAsheville.com, a site dedicated to destination weddings, and also produces the Asheville Destination Wedding Guide (policies for inclusion).
Relocation Packet
Reach those thinking about moving to Asheville. More than 2,000 people purchase relocation packets from the Chamber each year. In addition to the Official Asheville Travel Guide and the Asheville Magazine, the packets contain member brochures and collatoral. For additional fees, members can submit materials for inclusion in the packet and receive updated lists of subscribers. Please call the Chamber's information specialist for detailed information at 828.258.6109.
Tourism Statistics
Get the facts. The Chamber maintains important tourism statistics relevant to the hospitality industry.
Business Plan Review and Counseling
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The Chamber's annual sponsorship drive funds business programming, initiatives and events throughout the year. Sponsorship opportunities are available to increase exposure of your business for a variety of events and programs, sponsorships in the Visitor Center, discounted advertising in Chamber online and print publications. View the 2011 Sponsorship Opportunities Guide for a comprehensive overview of the sponsorships available.
Advertise or be featured in the Asheville Magazine, a high quality magazine distributed by the Chamber to more than 2,000 people requesting relocation packets annually. It is also distributed in the Chamber's Visitor Center and by members promoting the area, such as real estate agents. More than 15,000 magazines are distributed annually. Contact the 
Meet with our local, state and national elected officials in Asheville, Raleigh and Washington, D.C. The Chamber gives members the first-hand opportunity to network with important decision makers and to influence and stay up-to-date with changing policy that impacts the marketplace. 
The Chamber has compiled resources for members on the best way to advocate on behalf of the business community in Western North Carolina. View our