Evan Bentley, Author at SOAR

The Great Reattachment: Uniting Workforce and Economic Development to Revitalize Rural America

8 months ago

Economic Development, Job readiness, Job seekers

Access the full interview video here. Across rural America, from the timber towns of the Pacific Northwest to the coalfields of Central Appalachia, two interconnected crises threaten long term prosperity: …

Turn your Idea into a Business that Makes a Difference with the Social Enterprise Accelerator

9 months ago

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Job readiness, News & updates

Many Eastern Kentuckians have ideas for improving their communities and building something new. Maybe it’s an idea to make their community better, an idea of launching their own business, or…

How to Start a Childcare Business in Eastern Kentucky

How You can Start a Childcare Business in Eastern Kentucky

9 months ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Job readiness, News & updates

In communities across Eastern Kentucky, the need for quality childcare is growing. Families are searching for trusted, local options. In some areas, early childhood programs like Head Start have scaled…

Tips from a Hiring Manager: How to Succeed in Your Job Interview

10 months ago

Job seekers, News & updates

We’ve all experienced those job interview jitters. Preparing for an interview with a new opportunity can seem daunting and overwhelming. You want to make a good impression, showcase your talent,…

Building Capacity to Serve: SOAR Receives Truist Grant for EKY Runway

10 months ago

Grants, Job readiness, Job seekers, News & updates

Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) has received funding from the Truist Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund administered by The Winston-Salem Foundation. This investment supports the internal operations and infrastructure needed…

Mitch Landrieu to Headline the 2025 SOAR Summit Opening Plenary in Corbin

10 months ago

Events, News & updates, SOAR Summit

When disaster struck, he didn’t just rebuild a city; he restored belief. That’s the legacy of Mitch Landrieu, who will keynote the Kickoff Plenary Session at the 2025 SOAR Summit,…

Homegrown Hustle: Why the Future of Work is Rooted in Eastern Kentucky

11 months ago

Economic Development, Job seekers, News & updates

We’ve all heard it before: “There’s no place like home.” But in Eastern Kentucky, that’s more than just a saying, it’s a way of life. It’s in the mountains we…

3 Big Barriers Holding EKY Back and What You Can Do About It

11 months ago

Job readiness, Job seekers

Eastern Kentucky is one of the most beautiful and welcoming places you can find. Tucked into the heart of the Appalachian mountains, this region boasts incredible mountain views and warm,…

EKY Talent Network Job Fair: Your Next Step Toward a Job That Matters

11 months ago

Job seekers

This Isn’t Just a Job Fair. It’s Your Next Step Forward. You’re not here to collect flyers or shake hands. You’re here to change your life. That’s why the EKY…

Relentless for EKY: Early Bird Registration Now Open for the 2025 SOAR Summit in Corbin

11 months ago

Events, SOAR Summit

For EKY. For Appalachia. For You. The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, returns to Corbin, Kentucky from August 26–29, and Early Bird registration is…

The Great Reattachment: Uniting Workforce and Economic Development to Revitalize Rural America

How You can Start a Childcare Business in Eastern Kentucky

Tips from a Hiring Manager: How to Succeed in Your Job Interview

Building Capacity to Serve: SOAR Receives Truist Grant for EKY Runway

Mitch Landrieu to Headline the 2025 SOAR Summit Opening Plenary in Corbin

Homegrown Hustle: Why the Future of Work is Rooted in Eastern Kentucky

EKY Talent Network Job Fair: Your Next Step Toward a Job That Matters

Relentless for EKY: Early Bird Registration Now Open for the 2025 SOAR Summit in Corbin

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