Danielle Goonan to Speak at the 2025 SOAR Summit
We’re honored to welcome Danielle Goonan, Vice President of U.S. Program and Policy at The Rockefeller Foundation, as a featured speaker at the 2025 SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless…
Tips from a Hiring Manager: How to Succeed in Your Job Interview
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,…
Nominations Open for the SOAR Inspires Awards, Presented by KCTCS
This year, we’re replacing tradition with transformation. For years, the SOAR Gala offered us a moment to reflect and celebrate. In 2025, we’re building on that legacy with something even…
Building Capacity to Serve: SOAR Receives Truist Grant for EKY Runway
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
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,…
Dr. Quentin Young to Spotlight AI and Regional Innovation at SOAR Summit Closing Session
As the 2025 SOAR Summit draws near, anticipation is building for a powerful closing session — and an important conversation about the future of Appalachia. We’re honored to announce that…
