Meet The Founder: Scott Stuckey
At the heart of every transformative story is a person driven by passion, vision, and an unwavering commitment to make a difference. Scott Stuckey’s journey is no exception. From the…
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IGNITE Innovation: March Recap
Our SOAR Business and Innovation team traveled through the region on March 6 and 7, hosting day-long interactive workshops for entrepreneurs and organizations supporting startups at the FIVCO Area Development…
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Meet the Finalists for the 2024 Startup Appalachia Pitch Competition
Are you ready for the big reveal? We’re proud to introduce you to our finalists for the 2024 Startup Appalachia Pitch Competition, presented by Community Trust Bancorp. These innovative entrepreneurs…
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Meet the Founder: Tumba Cool of Cambridge Networks
Meet Tumba Cool, the visionary founder behind Cambridge Networks, a full-scale Solar Engineering, Procurement, and Construction firm dedicated to excellence in work quality, communication, and customer service. With a background…
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Tickets Are Now on Sale for the 2024 SOAR Gala!
The Place to Be on April 27 Registration is now open for the SOAR Gala, presented by Kentucky Power. And we’re rolling out the red carpet for you! Join us…
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IGNITE Innovation: February Recap
Our SOAR Business and Innovation team traveled through the region on February 7 and 8, hosting day-long interactive workshops for entrepreneurs and organizations supporting startups at the Kentucky River Area…
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SOAR Selected in the Inaugural Economic Recovery Corps to Drive Sustainable Economic Growth
The Economic Recovery Corps (ERC) Fellowship program aims to build capacity in economically distressed areas across the U.S. while cultivating the next generation of economic development leaders. The program connects…
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Meet the SOAR Innovation POWER Team
In October 2023, we proudly received an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) POWER Grant for our initiative to Develop a Technology-Focused Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Project in Eastern Kentucky. Since then, we’ve been…
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Meet The Founder: Rediscover
In a region where the stigma surrounding mental health issues often lingers like mist on the hills, Hannah Whitaker’s journey stands as a testament to the transformative power of…
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IGNITE Innovation: Cumberland Valley Area Development District Recap
The first-ever Ignite Innovation is a wrap! Shaping Our Appalachian Region’s Business and Innovation team, powered by KY Innovation, hosted a day-long interactive workshop for entrepreneurs and organizations supporting startups…
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