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  • The Chamber of Hickory Nut Gorge

    Deep Roots. Strong Connections.

    The Chamber of Hickory Nut Gorge connects local businesses, organizations, and neighbors to strengthen our economy, celebrate our community, and build a resilient future together.

  • Director of Operations

    Yates Marsic

    info@hickorynutchamber.org

    Accountant

    Karen Yarbrough
    karen@kgypartners.com

    Director of Special Events

    Laura Doster

    Marketing & Membership Director

    Teri Coutu
    membership@hickorynutchamber.org

    Our President & Board of Directors

    The Chamber of Hickory Nut Gorge’s Board of Directors is made up of community-minded business owners, residents, and active leaders of the Gorge. 

    Our all-volunteer board meets monthly on the third Monday of each month at 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm and all meetings are open to the public.

    Officers are elected annually each November and members serve a three-year term on the board.

    Board of Directors 

    • John Anderson, President -- JBACFO Consulting
    • Laura Doster, VP/Treasurer - Blue Rock Advisory Group
    • Teri Coutu, Past President/Membership Services --  TERIC Enterprise Solutions
    • Crystal Morrison, Secretary -- Crystal Morrison Strategic Optimization Consulting
    • Paul Brock --  Lured Market & Grill
    • Mike Jackson --  Point Lookout Vineyards
    • Mary Jaeger-Gale --  Chimney Rock Management
    • Amy Neal -- Sacred Living Wellness
    • Diane Daneau Duval - Dwell Realty
    • Kathie Hatfield - Lake Lure Resident