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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SOAR Receives $15,000 Grant from Truist Charitable Fund to Boost Workforce Development in Eastern Kentucky
Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Truist Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund administered by The Winston-Salem Foundation. This…
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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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From Library Shelves to Remote Success: How SOAR’s Code Kentucky Program Opened New Doors
For nearly two decades, Allison Chandler, a dedicated librarian, spent her days organizing books and assisting patrons. But a desire for change and a passion for learning led her to…
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Breaking Into Tech: Robert Shepherd’s Journey from Healthcare to Web Development with SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program
At SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program, we celebrate stories of transformation and success, like Robert Shepherd’s inspiring career pivot from healthcare to web development. As a graduate of SOAR’s…
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Build Your Career in Tech Sales – Right Here in Eastern Kentucky
At SOAR, our vision is to create an Eastern Kentucky where every individual’s potential is fully realized through meaningful employment. Our region is brimming with untapped talent, and we’re committed…
Read More 10 Things You Need to Know About the SOAR Summit
The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is one of the most significant events for professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders focused on the future of…
Read More Job Alert: Partner company seeking remote CSRs
Shaping Our Appalachian Region’s Office of Digital Equity has partnered with a global company seeking remote, full-time, customer service positions in a variety of different business sectors. Hourly wage up…
Read More Save the Date: 2024 SOAR Summit in Downtown Pikeville
We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 SOAR Summit will be held in the City of Pikeville! Mark your calendars for this pivotal event on October 16-18, where leaders…
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