Prosperity waits within the boundary

In the land of the Qualla Boundary, home of the Cherokee people for 11,000 years and now the sovereign nation of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), an economic powerhouse is quietly arising.

It is fueled by the great success of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and Hotel. Catalyzed by leadership with economic vision. Energized by the renaissance of Tribal pride and purpose. Accelerated by powerful new promotion of Cherokee’s cultural riches.

The net result: major opportunity.
Throughout the past decade, robust economic growth in the Boundary has outstripped the modest growth of the area’s retail and service businesses.

Today, both enrolled Tribal members and Cherokee visitors have dollars to spend and desires to pursue that local outlets do not satisfy. The region is ripe for new enterprise, and welcomes those who would answer its needs – whether you’re an enrolled EBCI member or are not, and whether you live in Cherokee, or will be a new arrival. Because the economic development of Cherokee can benefit all concerned, all who bring goodwill to the opportunity are welcome to take part.

PLENTY OF HELP

Our welcome has substance behind it. Doing business in the Boundary offers powerful tax incentives unavailable elsewhere. Training and consultation are available. The EBCI Office of Planning and Development (OPD), has identified key opportunities, and will be pleased to help evaluate new ideas as well. Its staff stands ready to guide and aid you through the process of business establishment in the Qualla Boundary.

Check the facts.
Ask your questions.
Make your plans.
Come and prosper.
Cherokee is on a roll, and you can be part of it.

GOOD NEWS

• Cherokee wins “Best Tourist Attraction in the Southeast” by the Southeast Tourism Society

• Cherokee wins “Best in Show for visual excellence” by the Southeast Tourism Society

• “Unto These Hills” attendance up 49% in the past 2 years

• Record attendance at major events in 2006

For further information, please contact:

Gloria Rattler,
(828) 497.1669


Dr. Mickey Duvall
(828) 497.1679