Homegrown Hustle: Why the Future of Work is Rooted in Eastern Kentucky
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…
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Building a Future at Home: How EKY Remote Is Changing the Narrative
Eastern Kentucky has long been known for its breathtaking landscapes, close-knit communities, and deep-rooted traditions. But the region is now gaining attention for something else: opportunity. In fact, Eastern Kentucky…
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SOAR Launches EKY Remote Project, Driving Growth and Community Revitalization in Eastern Kentucky
Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) announced today the latest progress report on its EKY Remote Project, a groundbreaking initiative designed to attract remote workers to Eastern Kentucky and stimulate communities…
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Ditch the Competition: 5 Reasons the EKY Job Board is the Ultimate Shortcut to Landing a Remote Job
Does it feel impossible to get a remote job while competing with thousands of others, let alone the chance to land an interview? Yeah, we’ve all been there, and it…
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How to Fund Your Startup: Finding the Right Path for Your Business
Starting and growing a business isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about having the resources and funding to bring that idea to life. But let’s be real—figuring out how…
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Unlocking Growth with SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Program
At SOAR Innovation, we help founders start, grow, and scale, and our Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program is designed for those ready to take their business to the next level.…
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5 ways We Coach and Mentor Founders in Eastern Kentucky
At SOAR Innovation, we know that building a successful tech or tech-enabled startup takes more than just a great idea — it takes the right support at every stage. That’s…
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Your Guide to Getting a Remote Job in EKY: How the Eastern Kentucky Job Board Works
Tired of endlessly submitting applications and not hearing back? Feeling like only people with personal connections get hired? You aren’t wrong. 40-80% of jobs posted are filled through referrals. The…
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Join our team as we empower entrepreneurs in EKY
SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator (SEA) Program is designed to support, connect, and empower entrepreneurs across the Eastern Kentucky region. It focuses on businesses that tackle key regional challenges like childcare,…
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Improving Broadband in Harlan County: A Path to Economic Growth
Harlan County, Kentucky, is on the verge of a transformative opportunity. A recent study conducted by FarrPoint, in collaboration with Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) and the nonprofit impact fund…
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