The Haywood County Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Business Start-Up Competition Luncheon to honor this year’s recipients of up to a $10,000 business grant from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 17.

The Chamber Business and Community Development Committee believes that a key pillar of economic development in our community is to promote the start-up and expansion of local and small businesses, in addition to the typical focus on recruitment and relocation of big industries that employ a large number of people.

The luncheon will be held at The Gateway Club. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non Chamber Members. Advanced purchase is required.

www.haywood-nc.com. 828.456.3021.