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Chamber of Commerce, Columbus, Tryon & Saluda NC and Landrum SC

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Meet your 2022 Executive Board

Catina Gray, President | Vice President First Citizens Bank – Columbus NC.

Catina Gray serves as financial sales manager at First Citizens Bank’s branch at 160 West Mills Street in Columbus, N.C.

In 2013, Gray joined First Citizens, where she helps individuals, families and business do more with their money and build value for the future. In the community, she has been active on Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Buy Local Save Local committee, as a Chamber board member and Executive board member and now as Chamber President. She has also served on the the Habitat for Humanity board.

Gray attended Spartanburg High School, Spartanburg Community College and University of South Carolina Upstate. Prior to joining First Citizens, Catina started her banking career with Carolina First later known as TD Bank. 

A native of Spartanburg S.C., Gray and her husband, Brian, have one grown son and a grandson. Her husband also runs a local construction company.

About First Citizens

First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts..  As the largest family-controlled bank in the United States, First Citizens is continuing a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. Its commercial banking segment brings a wide array of best-in-class lending, leasing and banking services to middle-market companies and small businesses from coast to coast.

In January 2022, parent company, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. and CIT Group Inc. merged – creating one of the top 20 U.S. financial institutions, with more than $100 billion in assets. Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens also operates a nationwide direct bank and a network of more than 600 branches in 22 states, many in high-growth markets. Industry specialists bring a depth of expertise that helps businesses and individuals meet their specific goals at every stage of their financial journey. First Citizens brings together personal service and powerful tools to help customers do more with their money – and make more of their future. Visit firstcitizens.com. First Citizens Bank. Forever First®

 

Tracie Hanson, Vice President | Former Executive Director of FENCE

Biography:

 

Sarah Schweitzer,  Secretary | Associate Marketing Manager – Alchemi Wealth

Biography:

 

      Peter Voisin, Treasurer | President, Voisin Enterprises LLC        

Peter Voisin is a semi-retired financial advisor of 38 years as well as a professional symphonic trumpet player (Hendersonville Symphony). He has had extensive experience working in both the non-profit sector as well as the professional services sector delivering financial solutions for both individuals and community-based non-profits. He believes that the Carolina Foothills has equestrian, agricultural, and retirement lifestyle assets that Carolina Foothills Chamber can help support and protect for future generations. Small business prosperity is a high priority for the Carolina Foothills Chamber in 2022.

 

CHAMBER EVENTS

Ribbon Cutting for Alcove Beauty Studio
July 15, 2022

Business After Hours
July 26, 2022

Business After Hours
August 23, 2022

Feed the Foothills/Harmon Field Music Festival 2022
September 24, 2022


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CAROLINA FOOTHILLS EVENTS

Fourth Friday in Tryon
July 22, 2022 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Fourth Friday in Tryon
August 26, 2022 5:00 PM-7:00 PM


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Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce Events

Ribbon Cutting for Alcove Beauty Studio

July 15, 2022
(9:00 AM)

Come join us in welcoming ALCOVE BEAUTY STUDIO to the neighborhood!

Directions

2022 Ribbon Cuttings are Presented by: 

 Location: Alcove Beauty Studio, 1112 North Trade St., Suite 8, Tryon

Contact: Sarah Leatham (828)-606-1740


Business After Hours

July 26, 2022
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:  ORCHARD INN, 100 Orchard Inn Ln, Saluda, NC 

Directions

The premier networking events for business professionals.

 

 

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

 

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free Location: The Orchard Inn, 100 Orchard Inn Ln Saluda, NC

Contact: Sarah Schweitzer (860)-271-5841


Business After Hours

August 23, 2022
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:  LANDRUM FARMERS’ MARKET, 221 W Rutherford St, Landrum, SC 29356

Directions

The premier networking events for business professionals.

 

 

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

 

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free Location: Landrum Farmers’ Market, 209 W Rutherford St, Landrum, SC 29356

Contact: Sarah Schweitzer (860)-271-5841


Carolina Foothills Community Events

Fourth Friday in Tryon
July 22, 2022   5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Fourth Friday in Tryon
August 26, 2022   5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill Live Music May Schedule

Visit First Peak for a community calendar of events in our area.

Or download another  Community Calendar

Make plans!

Upcoming Events:

CHAMBER EVENTS

Ribbon Cutting for Alcove Beauty Studio
July 15, 2022

Business After Hours
July 26, 2022

Business After Hours
August 23, 2022

Feed the Foothills/Harmon Field Music Festival 2022
September 24, 2022

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Fourth Friday in Tryon
July 22, 2022   5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Fourth Friday in Tryon
August 26, 2022   5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Our Communities

  • Polk County NC
  • Columbus NC
  • Landrum SC
  • Saluda NC
  • Tryon NC



Our Annual Sponsors

First Citizens Bank Forever First
Duke Energy
Alchemi Wealth Horizontal Logo B&G
Tryon Horse & Home Logo - Karl Small
Voisin Enterprises

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Carolina Foothills Chamber

2753 Lynn Road
Suite A
Tryon NC 28782 (Get Directions)
828-859-6236
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Thurs - 8-1pm
Fri - 10-2pm
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