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Turning Barriers into Breakthroughs: A Community-Led Event to Spark Change in Eastern Kentucky

2 weeks ago

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events, Homepage Display, Opportunities, Uncategorized, Workforce Development

In Eastern Kentucky, we know the challenges holding people back from joining the workforce aren’t just about jobs. They’re about getting to the job, finding care for your kids while…

EKY Runway Program Launches to Help Eastern Kentuckians Connect with Meaningful Work

4 weeks ago

Economic Development, Education, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Government, Grants, Homepage Display, News & Updates, Nonprofit, Opportunities, Workforce Development

At SOAR, we believe every person in Eastern Kentucky deserves access to meaningful work, a steady income, and the opportunity to build a life right here at home. That belief…

Building a Stronger Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Eastern Kentucky

2 months ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, News & Updates

A recap of the ESO & Technical Assistance Providers Convening On February 6, 2025, a group of Technical Assistance Providers and Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) gathered at Hazard Community and…

How to Fund Your Startup: Finding the Right Path for Your Business

2 months ago

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, News & Updates, Opportunities, Workforce Development

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…

Unlocking Growth with SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Program

2 months ago

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Innovation Clients, News & Updates, Opportunities, Workforce Development

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.…

5 ways We Coach and Mentor Founders in Eastern Kentucky

2 months ago

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, News & Updates, Opportunities, Workforce Development

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…

Welcoming Rick West as SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence

2 months ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Innovation Clients, News & Updates

At SOAR Innovation, we help founders start, grow, and scale, providing the mentorship, resources, and connections necessary to build thriving businesses in Eastern Kentucky. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce…

Join our team as we empower entrepreneurs in EKY

3 months ago

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Opportunities, Workforce Development

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,…

5 Ways SOAR Innovation Can Help You Launch and Grow Your Tech Startup in EKY

3 months ago

Entrepreneurship and Small Business, News & Updates, Opportunities, Uncategorized

Got a tech or tech-enabled idea? Wondering if you can build and scale your startup without leaving Eastern Kentucky? You can, and we’re here to help. At SOAR Innovation, we…

Inspiring a New Generation: Mandi Fugate Sheffel Shares Her Journey at Inspirational Speaker Series

5 months ago

Education, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, News & Updates, Opportunities

On November 12, Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) hosted an Inspirational Speaker Series event at Hazard Community and Technical College. The event featured Mandi Fugate Sheffel, a Red Fox, Kentucky…

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EKY Runway Program Launches to Help Eastern Kentuckians Connect with Meaningful Work

Building a Stronger Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Eastern Kentucky

How to Fund Your Startup: Finding the Right Path for Your Business

Unlocking Growth with SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Program

5 ways We Coach and Mentor Founders in Eastern Kentucky

Welcoming Rick West as SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence

5 Ways SOAR Innovation Can Help You Launch and Grow Your Tech Startup in EKY

Inspiring a New Generation: Mandi Fugate Sheffel Shares Her Journey at Inspirational Speaker Series

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