Business High Point

What Business High Point does

Business High Point-Chamber of Commerce (BHP-CC) is a private, membership-based nonprofit chamber of commerce founded in 1919 and headquartered at 400 West English Rd, Suite 201, High Point, NC, with secondary operations at Congdon Yards. It serves businesses and professionals across the High Point market and broader Triad region through an integrated portfolio of programs: the core Chamber membership (400+ businesses) with networking, member directory, ribbon cuttings, and Certificates of Origin services; Leadership High Point, a ten-month leadership development program running since 1982 with the 2026 cohort including 45 emerging leaders; The Interchange, a professional-education hub hosting Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation Academies plus Technical Training workshops on Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Canva, Power BI, and AI tools; THRIVE High Point 2.0, a free 12-month small-business growth program that has reached 660+ local businesses and is supported by a $225k Truist Foundation grant and a $1M state of North Carolina grant; ElevateHP for ages 21–40 young professionals; Carolina HealthWorks (a Blue Cross NC MEWA health plan for 2–50 employee members); The Generator maker space with industry-grade woodworking machinery and a Material ConneXion library; and the High Point Veterans Initiative with Veterans Bridge Home targeting NC's ~21,600 annual military transitions. Revenue is generated through recurring membership dues, paid Leadership High Point tuition ($1,650 members / $3,000 non-members), event sponsorship and registration fees, MEWA-related participation, and substantial grant funding from philanthropic and government sources including Truist, High Point University ($250k), the NC state government ($1M), and JPMorgan Chase (2025 workforce grant). Vision Investors — Truist, HPU, Cone Health, Andmore, Wake Forest Baptist, City of High Point, and others — anchor the sponsorship base. Digital infrastructure is built on GrowthZone for member management and event registration, with no proprietary software products. The organization is led by President & CEO Rachel Moss Collins (effective February 2023) and a team of approximately 11 staff including a Chief of Staff, VP of Strategic Initiatives, and Executive Director of THRIVE 2.0.

Name

Business High Point

Legal name

Business High Point-Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://bhpchamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Business High Point-Chamber of Commerce is a 1919-founded nonprofit chamber serving 400+ businesses and 660+ small businesses in High Point, NC, delivering membership services, leadership development, small-business acceleration (THRIVE 2.0), professional education (The Interchange), maker-space access (The Generator), and veteran transition support across the Triad region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

High Point

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Business High Point generates primary revenue through membership dues from businesses and professionals in the High Point area. Membership provides access to networking events, educational programs, promotional opportunities, member directory listings, and exclusive discounts. The organization had growing membership during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
2. Program Tuition: Revenue from paid professional development programs. Leadership High Point tuition is $1,650 for members and $3,000 for non-members. Scholarships are available for non-profit and small business leaders on a limited basis.
3. Carolina HealthWorks (MEWA): A group health insurance benefit offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, designed for Chamber members. Revenue model involves pooling small businesses (2-50 employees) together for better rates. Administered through Blue Cross NC appointed agents; not a direct revenue stream but drives member value and retention.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Business High Point-Chamber of Commerce (BHP-CC) is a membership-based Chamber of Commerce serving High Point, NC and the Triad region, delivering networking events, advocacy, and member visibility services to dues-paying business members. It operates a portfolio of professional development programs including Leadership High Point (10-month civic leadership program), The Interchange (entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation academies and technical skills training), THRIVE High Point 2.0 (12-month small business growth coaching), ElevateHP young professionals, Carolina HealthWorks group health insurance, The Generator woodworking maker space, and the High Point Veterans Initiative. Programs are delivered in-person at the Congdon Yards campus and supplemented by an online member portal and event calendar.

Product overview

Business High Point-Chamber of Commerce (BHP-CC) is a Chamber of Commerce organization offering a portfolio of business development programs and services rather than a unified technology product. The core offerings include: the main Chamber membership providing networking events, educational programs, and promotional opportunities; Leadership High Point (a 10-month leadership development program since 1982); The Interchange (a professional education hub with Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation Academies plus Technical Training); THRIVE High Point 2.0 (a 12-month small business growth initiative with coaching and training); ElevateHP (young professionals networking); Carolina HealthWorks (health benefits through Blue Cross NC); The Generator (maker space with woodworking equipment); High Point Veterans Initiative (veteran employment support); and Congdon Yards (collaborative community space). These services are delivered through in-person programs, workshops, and a member directory—not a software platform or API product.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Leadership High Point: A ten-month leadership development program established in 1982 that transforms participants into community champions through immersion in High Point's culture, government, and business sectors.
• The Interchange
• THRIVE High Point 2.0
• ElevateHP: Young Professionals
• High Point Veterans Initiative
• The Generator
• Carolina HealthWorks

Products and services

• Business High Point Chamber of Commerce Membership The core Chamber membership provides local businesses with networking events (Business After Hours, Community Talks, networking mixers), member directory visibility, ribbon cutting ceremonies, Certificates of Origin for international trade, professional development access, advocacy for business-first policies, exclusive member discounts (e.g., Staples), and workforce development partnerships. Members access events, programs, and the GrowthZone member portal.
• Member Directory An online searchable directory hosted on the GrowthZone member portal that allows consumers and businesses to find reliable, trustworthy Chamber member businesses, providing visibility and lead generation for members.
• Certificates of Origin Chamber-stamped international trade document certification authorizing Certificates of Origin for exported goods. Provided unlimited and complimentary to Chamber member companies engaged in international trade.
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies Chamber-hosted ribbon cutting ceremonies for new member businesses and existing members celebrating growth milestones, providing community visibility and PR opportunities.
• Leadership High Point A ten-month civic leadership development program (September–June) with classes held on the second Wednesday of each month. Immerses participants in High Point's culture across business, government, and civic life through networking, education, and volunteer work. Tuition is $1,650 for Chamber members and $3,000 for non-members. Scholarships available for non-profit and small business leaders. Class of 2026 comprises 45 emerging leaders from the Triad.
• The Interchange A dynamic hub for entrepreneurial, innovation, and leadership development that hosts the Leadership Academy (3-week immersive course on personal leadership style and team dynamics), Entrepreneurship Academy (3-week course on business vision, collaboration, and entrepreneurial culture), Innovation Academy (program for innovating faster with fewer resources), and Technical Training Programs (interactive workshops on Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, QuickBooks, Canva, AI tools, project management, and soft skills). Technical Training delivered in partnership with Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina.
• THRIVE High Point 2.0 A 12-month small business growth pathway for start-ups and small businesses in High Point. Includes Co-Working Wednesdays, Technical Training workshops, One-on-One Business Coaching, and Site Visits. All programs provided at no cost to THRIVE members. Has worked with more than 660 local businesses since inception.
• ElevateHP: Young Professionals A membership group for individuals ages 21–40 who live or work in High Point, offering networking events, community service projects, and leadership opportunities through nonprofit and civic engagement.
• Carolina HealthWorks A health benefits program for Chamber members that pools small businesses (2–50 employees) together via a Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA) to provide competitive rates on Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina plans. Administered through Blue Cross NC appointed agents. Available to NC Chamber or participating local Chamber members.
• The Generator Maker Space A maker space at Congdon Yards featuring 11 industry-grade woodworking machines contributed by SCM Woodworking Technology, plus material samples from Material ConneXion. Serves designers, innovators, and furniture manufacturers for prototyping and production, supported by highly-trained staff.
• High Point Veterans Initiative A veteran support initiative providing employment navigation, community engagement, employer connections, mentoring, resume help, and interview preparation for transitioning service members, veterans, and military families in the High Point area. Includes the Employer Alliance connecting veteran-friendly employers.
• Congdon Yards A collaborative campus in renovated Factory and Plant 7 buildings offering facilities for learning, relaxation, skill development, and community gathering. Houses The Interchange and The Generator programs, the High Point Veterans Initiative community space, and is adjacent to the SpringHill Suites by Marriott.

Quantifiable outcome

• THRIVE has worked with more than 660 local businesses since its inception.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and secondary.

• NC Chamber of CommerceflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional chamber federation partner. The NC Chamber co-developed Carolina HealthWorks (MEWA) with Blue Cross NC and offers it through participating local chambers including Business High Point.
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare administrator for Carolina HealthWorks MEWA plan. Blue Cross NC provides coverage in all 100 NC counties. The partnership enables small businesses (2-50 employees) to access affordable health insurance through Chamber membership.
• Goodwill Industries of Central North CarolinacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResource partner for The Interchange technical training programs. Goodwill provides professional facilitators and instructors for skills training in project management, leadership, and business tools (Excel, Power BI, QuickBooks, Canva, AI). Named Business High Point (The Interchange) as a 2024 Partner of the Year.
• Veterans Bridge HomecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram partner for the High Point Veterans Initiative. VBH coordinates employment navigation, community engagement, and veteran support services. The initiative is a strategic partnership between Business High Point, Visit High Point, and Veterans Bridge Home.
• Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce and education partner. GTCC supplies skilled talent pipelines and collaborates on workforce development programming, apprenticeships, and technical training through The Interchange.
• High Point UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner and major local employer/institution. HPU donated $250,000 to Business High Point to support minority entrepreneurs and develop the Washington Street Historic District. HPU bought the Chamber's former headquarters building for a dental practice. Host of annual State of the City event.
• SCM Woodworking TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in developing The Generator maker space facility. SCM contributed industry-grade woodworking machinery to The Generator, enabling designers and manufacturers to prototype and produce products.
• Guilford Apprenticeship Partners (GAP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce partner helping businesses identify and recruit the next generation of skilled talent through registered apprenticeships for high school seniors and recent graduates.
• High Point Economic Development CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEconomic development partner working to attract business investment, talent, and expansion to High Point. Collaborates on workforce and business growth initiatives.
• Guilford County Economic Development AlliancesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development partner for the Guilford County area, supporting workforce and business growth initiatives across the Triad.
• Greensboro Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional chamber partner. Collaborates with Business High Point on the Triad Legislative Agenda (TLA), a joint advocacy document for state funding of key regional initiatives.
• Winston-Salem Chamber of CommercesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional chamber partner for the Triad region, collaborating on workforce development and economic growth initiatives.
• Triad Workforce Solutions Collaborative (TWSC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional workforce initiative led by Business High Point and the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro. One of 29 regional partners of Shift Work Forward (formerly National Fund for Workforce Solutions). Awarded JPMorgan Chase grant through Shift Work Forward in 2025 to advance workforce equity in clean energy and infrastructure.
• High Point Market AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supporting the High Point International Home Furnishings Market, the largest home furnishings trade show in the world. The Chamber supports market-related initiatives and business connections around this key economic driver.
• Cone HealthsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner and Vision Investor. Major healthcare provider in the High Point area supporting community health and workforce wellness initiatives.
• Visit High PointcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTourism partner and co-organizer of the High Point Veterans Initiative. Visit High Point supports veteran community integration and engagement in the High Point area.
• Guilford Non-Profit Consortium (GNC)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit capacity-building partner. GNC and Business High Point collaborate on professional development programming for the nonprofit sector.
• Material ConneXionsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationMaterials library partner for The Generator maker space. Provides an array of material samples enabling designers and innovators to access diverse materials for prototyping and product development.
• Triad GoodwillsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce partner providing employment services and training opportunities, collaborating on workforce development for the High Point community.
• Benchmade VenturescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeveloper partner for the SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Congdon Yards. Led by developers Michael Kren, David Bennett, and North Star Lodging & Development Group. The 128-room hotel anchors Congdon Yards campus and represents the first new hotel in High Point in nearly 20 years.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber serving Winston-Salem, NC, directly comparable as a Triad-region chamber collaborating with Business High Point on the Triad Legislative Agenda and offering overlapping business services.
• Charlotte Regional Business Alliance: Charlotte-area chamber offering membership, economic development, and leadership programming comparable in model, though operating at significantly larger scale in a larger metro market.
• Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce: Another North Carolina local chamber providing comparable membership, advocacy, and leadership programming — useful as a scale and program-design benchmark.
• Durham Chamber of Commerce: Durham, NC chamber offering similar business membership, networking, and small business support services to BHP, and a relevant peer for benchmarking Triad-adjacent chamber programming.
• Greensboro Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber of commerce serving Greensboro, NC, directly comparable to Business High Point as a Triad-region local chamber offering membership, advocacy, networking, and workforce development programs to local businesses.

Regional players

• Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: Western NC regional chamber providing a comparable mix of membership, leadership development, and small business programs — relevant as a peer in another NC region rather than direct Triad competitor.

Others

• High Point Economic Development Corporation: Local economic development partner organization collaborating with BHP on business attraction, talent, and workforce initiatives — adjacent rather than competitive, but materially ecosystem-related.

Emerging players

• SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives): National nonprofit providing free small business mentoring and education — directly comparable to THRIVE 2.0's one-on-one business coaching and technical training mission, though operating at national scale.

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: National chamber organization providing federal advocacy and broad business services — sets the umbrella framework in which local chambers like Business High Point operate and benchmark.
• NC Chamber of Commerce: State-level chamber federation that co-developed Carolina HealthWorks MEWA with Blue Cross NC and partners with local chambers including Business High Point; provides broader policy and statewide programming context.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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