David Jackson Productions

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Synopsis

David Jackson is a freelance sports broadcaster with over 20-years of play-by-play and hosting experience on the collegiate and professional level. His projects include Full Count Podcast, What's Up In Boone, and 4th & Friday. He is a two-time NC Sportscaster-of-the-Year award winner. Jackson currently serves as the President/CEO of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce.

Episodes

  • Mind Your Business - October 2nd - Hurricane Response Update

    02/10/2024 Duration: 31min

    Latest updates from the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce regarding community response needs.Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - 2024 Meet the Candidates - NC House District 93

    18/09/2024 Duration: 50min

    NC House & SenateHouse District 93Ben Massey (D)Ray Pickett (R) (I)Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - 2024 Meet the Candidates - US House 5th District

    18/09/2024 Duration: 31min

    Candidates for US House of RepresentativesChuck Hubbard (D)Virginia Foxx (R) (I)Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - 2024 Meet the Candidates - Watauga County Board of Education

    18/09/2024 Duration: 01h18min

    Candidates for Watauga County Board of EducationMarshall Ashcraft (I)Chad ColeAdam HegeAllison IdolCharlotte Mizelle LloydTom RossSupport the show

  • Mind Your Business - 2024 Meet the Candidates - Watauga County Board of Commissioners

    18/09/2024 Duration: 01h18min

    Candidates for Watauga County CommissionersDistrict 3Braxton Eggers (R)Jon Council (U)District 4Charlie Wallin (D) (I)Ronnie Marsh (R)District 5Sue Sweeting (D)Todd Castle (R)Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - Recapping the Spirit of Boone & Meet the Candidates

    18/09/2024 Duration: 31min

    The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has been busy over these last few weeks!On this week's Mind Your Business, we bring you a recap from the 2024 Spirit of Boone Annual Membership gathering, complete with an audio tribute to our nine community award winners.We also share some post-event details on the 2024 Meet the Candidates forum, including information on where you can find archives of those important conversations.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - Where is the money?? An update on stabilization grants and the financial impact of childcare - The Children's Council of Watauga County

    29/08/2024 Duration: 27min

    The impact of funding for childcare across North Carolina has a ripple effect that is felt across nearly every business across the State. Locally, childcare centers are trying to meet the needs of families, and the local workforce, while funding challenges still impact day-to-day operations.On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Elisha Childers and Virginia Ford from the Children's Council of Watauga County. We'll hear an update on the release of Stabilization Grant money to childcare centers across the State, as well as data on the impact instability within this industry has on businesses. We'll also hear about a special football-focused fundraiser The Children's Council has planned for later in September, offering the community a way to further support their mission.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible through the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - A true Chamber episode - updates on advocacy initiatives and some key healthcare updates - Wayne Randall - Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC

    22/08/2024 Duration: 27min

    This episode can't be any more "chamber," if it tried!On this week's Mind Your Business, we focus on some key timing around open enrollment for health insurance. Wayne Randall, Director of the Boone Center for Blue Cross & Blue Shield of North Carolina will go over dates and details. This is helpful information for employers to share with employees who don't qualify for family coverage through an employer plan, or if you don't offer health insurance to employees.We also bring a new feature into this week's episode, focused on updates on community projects and Chamber advocacy positions. Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The show is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - Presenting Encore - the latest from Watauga Leadership Institute - Dr. Jim Street

    15/08/2024 Duration: 22min

    Everyone else is going back to school -- maybe you should too! The Watauga Leadership Institute presents Encore, its latest professional development program aimed at helping people continue their journey in leadership. While this class may not keep you in school all day, or present an avenue to enjoy that tasty square pizza, it will provide leadership topics in a digestible 90-minute format that is geared toward continuing your education.On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Dr. Jim Street, owner of Ridgeline Leadership and curriculum coordinator for the Chamber's Watauga Leadership Institute. He'd discuss the premise behind Encore, who the course is designed to reach, while also elaborating on the value of continuing education for aspiring leaders.Mind Your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The show is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - What To Know About Decision 2024 - Matt Snyder - Watauga County Board of Elections

    08/08/2024 Duration: 31min

    Election season is fast approaching, and more conversation about election process and integrity has become part of our daily lives than ever before.On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Matt Snyder, Director of the Watauga County Board of Elections. He will provide details on the voting process for Watauga County Commissioner in the 2024 election, along with the specifics of a ballot referendum that could have an impact on future commissioner elections. We'll also discuss a special Open House that will be held in Boone August 21st, hosted by the NC Network for Fair, Safe, and Secure elections.As a reminder, the Boone Area and Blowing Rock Chambers of Commerce will host our annual Meet the Candidates Forum on Monday, September 16th, beginning at 5:30PM at the Appalachian Theatre in Downtown Boone.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible through the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - What did the Fed Say? Jonathan Allen - Allen Wealth Management

    01/08/2024 Duration: 29min

    Yesterday, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced that the federal funds rate will hold steady -- for now. Is a long-anticipated change to interest rates on the horizon? If so, what does that mean for us here in Northwest North Carolina?On this week's Mind Your Business, we bring you are most timely quarterly check-in with Jonathan Allen of Allen Wealth Management. On the heels of the Fed announcement, what are the impacts on our day-to-day business and personal financial lives. We are also less than 100 days from the 2024 election, and we'll discuss the potential impacts of November's aftermath on the financial outlook moving toward 2025.This week we also provide the latest update on the Town of Boone's recent Downtown Parking Brainstorming sessions, including future timelines for more public discussion.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. Our program is made possible each week thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial R

  • Mind Your Business - A Trip Around Town - Key Community Updates

    18/07/2024 Duration: 17min

    Been out and about this summer and feel a little detached from the goings on of Boone and the High Country?  On this week's Mind Your Business, get updates on community conversations focused on parking and childcare. Plus, get the scoop on upcoming Chamber events like the Meet the Candidates Forum and Spirit of Boone. We will also share information about Encore, a new offering from the Watauga Leadership Institute. Tune in for all the details! Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce.  The show is made possible through the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - Wonder Pelvic Therapy & Wellness

    02/07/2024 Duration: 27min

    Access to healthcare is one of the most important topics people consider when moving to a new area. We have been fortunate to see heathcare evolve in a positive way here in the mountains of northwest North Carolina, with new practices bringing service enhancements to our area that benefit all ages and health conditions.On this week's Mind Your Business, we highlight Wonder Pelvic Therapy & Wellness, which opened their doors in October 2023, bringing a new service to the High Country that is prevalent in other parts of the country. We'll get the details on the practice from co-owners Erin Wonder and Tiffany Weitzen, along with an in-depth explanation into the emergence and health benefits of pelvic floor therapy. We'll also discuss how this practice is furthering the conversation about women's heathcare needs and access here in the High Country.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The show is made possible through the sponsorship support of Ap

  • Mind Your Business - BONUS EPISODE - Legislative Update & News on Early Childhood Compensation Grants

    28/06/2024 Duration: 16min

    BONUS CONTENT ALERT!! The North Carolina General Assembly is in recess and we have a few short updates about what has transpired in Raleigh over the past few weeks and months.The main focus of this bonus installment of Mind Your Business centers around Early Childhood Education, and action taken by the NC House and Senate to extend compensation grants, or stabilization grants, to the end of the calendar year. This action saved a MAJOR disruption in early childhood services across the State, while also buying time for more conversation as the budget process continues. Halee Hartley, Owner of Kid Cove here in Watauga County, is part of a team of early childhood advocates that has spent a good deal of time in Raleigh working on this important issue. She updates us on what happened, what it means, and how we can be involved in what comes next as early childhood education remains top of mind with NC legislators.Mind Your Business is a weekly (and sometimes daily) production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. O

  • Mind Your Business - Middle Fork Greenway Update & Roundup Details

    28/06/2024 Duration: 32min

    The Round-Up for the Greenway is an annual community-wide fundraiser partnering with local Watauga County businesses to help fund the continued construction of the Middle Fork Greenway, a project of the Blue Ridge Conservancy. During the month of July, businesses ask their customers to Round Up to the nearest dollar. Last year, 56 local businesses, plus hundreds of individual community donations, raised a total of $252,576. These funds were matched by state grants for the construction of Boone Gorge Park, which is slated to begin later this year. Once developed, Watauga County will own and maintain this park along the Middle Fork Greenway.On this week's Mind Your Business, we'll get an update on current trail development from Wendy Patoprsty, Middle Fork Greenway Director, and hear about the specific projects this year's Round Up will help fund. ** SPECIAL ANNOUNCMENT** Stay tuned to the end of the episode for details on how businesses that do not have a high volume of daily transactions or ret

  • Mind Your Business - An update on the Boone Next project & Info on Boonerang & Downtown Parking

    20/06/2024 Duration: 30min

    Call this the Town of Boone episode of Mind Your Business, as the bulk of the program is dedicated to the Boone Next project, a revisioning of the Town's Comprehensive Development plan. This week we hear from Jane Shook, Director of Planning & Inspections, and Jessica Mitchell, Advanced Planning Specialist, with the Town of Boone. They update the timeline on this important project, what types of information has been gathered thus far, and how the community can continue to lend their voice to this effort.We are also coming off Boonerang 3.0, with well over 10,000 visitors fresh off an experience that combines nostalgia with arts and entertainment. We'll hear some updates on the weekend that was and share next year's dates!We also have some information to share regarding parking on the App State campus and in and around the Downtown Community, again, with details on how the community can stay engaged in this important conversation.Mind Your Business is produced each week by the Boone Area Cha

  • Mind Your Business - The Anatomy of Summer Tourism Season

    14/06/2024 Duration: 43min

    Summer tourism season is in full swing in the High Country! Yes, there may be extra traffic, but in a community that's built on volume, the summer dollars mean our favorite local businesses can afford to operate year-around.On this week's episode of Mind Your Business we examine the impact of the tourism economy on our local community. How do tourism partners work together to create "experiences." How do tourism dollars benefit our community all year long? What are the impacts of the summer season on the local workforce? We answer these questions through the perspectives and experiences of three guests:Wright Tilley, Executive Director, Explore BooneSteve Moize, Operations Director, Sky Valley Zip Tours & Mountain Cat Offroad AdventuresTara Brossa, General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott of Boone & Hampton Inn & Suites of Boone.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of

  • Mind Your Business - Practical applications for AI & Technology Uses in High Country Small Businesses

    06/06/2024 Duration: 28min

    Integration of AI and emerging technology are on just about every channel, pretty much all the time! How do small businesses and their employees begin to use these tools to their advantage? What are the simplest ways to turn efficiency into effectivness when it comes to "learning new things," in the technology arena.We got to these questions and many more during last month's Vision Northwest North Carolina summit. On this week's Mind Your Business, we recap the "best of the best" conversations from that event including portions of:Crafting an AI-Native Business: Essential Skills for the New Frontier - featuring Keynote Presenter: Zach Giglio, GCMThe Impact of AI & Technology on Workforce Readiness - featuring panelists Panelists Lane Freeman, Director of Online Learning, NC Community College System; Rick Shew, Associate Dean Business & Career Services, Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute; Lucas Underwood, Owner, L&N Performance Automotive Repair Mind

  • Mind Your Business - Market Trends Heading into the Summer - J.W. Kiser - New People's Bank

    30/05/2024 Duration: 24min

    There's a new bank in town! A few weeks ago, we celebrated the grand opening of the new full-service branch of New People's Bank in Boone. After operating a loan production office in the High Country for a few years, they have settled into their new location on Wilson Drive in the Winkler's Crossing shopping center!On this week's Mind Your Business, we speak with J.W. Kiser, President of New People's Bank, about the bank's attraction of North Carolina and the Boone market. We'll also get an update on important economic trends and influences to consider as we move into another busy time in our calendar.Mind Your Business is a weekly (for the most part) production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show

  • Mind Your Business - Boonerang 2024

    25/04/2024 Duration: 24min

    Spring has arrived in the High Country and that means festival season is here! Boonerang is back for year three, with new and expanded features that will bring thousands of festival enthusiasts to the streets of Downtown Boone, June 13-15, 2024.On this week's Mind Your Business we visit with Mark Freed, Director of Cultural Resources for the Town of Boone, and Boonerang's lead organizer. He'll discuss the festival's new features for 2024, which include an expanded schedule for the popular ECRS South Depot Stage. We'll also hear more about the artist lineup, volunteer opportunities, and how the festival continues to attract "Boonies" to the High Country beyond just this one weekend.Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. The show is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Support the show

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