If you live or own a business in Clay County, Kentucky and you've thought about starting a business, growing a side hustle, or strengthening the business you already have, the Launch + Leap: Clay County Business Accelerators is a new, no-cost program designed to help you do just that. During this in-person Community Kick Off...
Monthly Virtual Career Readiness Workshop A virtual training every month to build confidence for your next career step Day: 2nd Thursday of every monthTime: 4 p.m. ESTWhere: Virtual via Zoom (link sent after signup) Build practical, job-ready skills in one hour a month. The Career Readiness Workshop helps you strengthen your resume, prepare for interviews,...
Digital Skills Workshop Series A free, four-week virtual jumpstart to building confidence with essential tech skills Day: Wednesdays (four-week rotating series)Time: 10–11 a.m. ETWhere: Virtual via Zoom (link sent after signup) Build confidence with everyday digital skills in just one hour a week. The Digital Skills Workshop Series is a free, beginner-friendly set of virtual...
Get Help With Your Application and Learn More About the Program Interested in applying for the Launch + Leap: Clay County Business Accelerators but have questions about the process? Join SOAR Innovation for a free virtual Application Support Webinar designed to help Clay County entrepreneurs better understand the programs, strengthen their applications, and determine which...
Monthly Virtual Career Readiness Workshop A virtual training every month to build confidence for your next career step Day: 2nd Thursday of every monthTime: 4 p.m. ESTWhere: Virtual via Zoom (link sent after signup) Build practical, job-ready skills in one hour a month. The Career Readiness Workshop helps you strengthen your resume, prepare for interviews,...
Register Early. Save Your Spot. Shape What's Next. Join more than 1,200 leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, employers, policymakers, students, and community champions October 7-9 in Corbin for the 2026 SOAR Summit, Appalachia's premier gathering focused on the future of Eastern Kentucky. For a limited time, Early Bird Registration is just $150 through August 15. One registration...
The Social Enterprise Accelerator helps local entrepreneurs launch or grow businesses that tackle real community challenges like childcare, housing, transportation, healthcare, or workforce issues. If you live in Eastern Kentucky, this free program offers: Weekly virtual workshops to guide your business journey In-person events to connect with mentors and peers A Demo Day to showcase...
Digital Skills Workshop Series A free, four-week virtual jumpstart to building confidence with essential tech skills Day: Wednesdays (four-week rotating series)Time: 10–11 a.m. ETWhere: Virtual via Zoom (link sent after signup) Build confidence with everyday digital skills in just one hour a week. The Digital Skills Workshop Series is a free, beginner-friendly set of virtual...
Learn the Canva tools every small business owner should know to create polished, on-brand marketing materials with confidence. Event Overview Whether you're designing social media graphics, flyers, presentations, or marketing materials, Canva has become one of the most powerful tools available for small businesses. But knowing where to start and which features to use can...
AI in Your Business: Employer Roundtable Real-world conversations about AI in the workplace Join SOAR Innovation and the Center on Rural Innovation for an employer roundtable focused on how businesses are using artificial intelligence to solve problems, improve processes, and prepare their workforce for the future. This interactive event will bring together regional employers, entrepreneurs,...
Digital Skills Workshop Series A free, four-week virtual jumpstart to building confidence with essential tech skills Day: Wednesdays (four-week rotating series)Time: 10–11 a.m. ETWhere: Virtual via Zoom (link sent after signup) Build confidence with everyday digital skills in just one hour a week. The Digital Skills Workshop Series is a free, beginner-friendly set of virtual...
Customer Discovery Bootcamp | Session 1 Test Your Business Idea Before You Build It Event Details When: August 26th, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET Where: Workshops are Virtual via Zoom Presenters: The SOAR Innovation Team Participants should plan to attend both sessions and complete a small amount of self-guided discovery work between...