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SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for Startups Series | People\, Pay\, and Paperwork: Hiring\, Contractors\, and Employment Law
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to have you join us May 14th for this no-cost\, virtual series designed to equip Eastern Kentucky founders with practical legal knowledge and tools. \nAs startups grow\, founders start bringing on team members. This session covers the legal implications of hiring employees or independent contractors and how to stay compliant. \nTopics Covered: \n\nThe difference between contractors and employees (and why misclassification matters)\n\nBasic employment law obligations\n\nNon-competes\, NDAs\, and IP assignment\n\nOnboarding documents and templates\n\nWhen to bring in HR or legal support\n\nIdeal Audience:\n Founders with current team members or those planning to hire within the next 6–12 months. \nQuestions? Email Kacy Hicks\, the Director of Innovation\, at any time: kacy@soar-ky.org \nSpots are limited for each virtual session. Don’t miss your chance to get practical\, founder-focused legal guidance at no cost. \nSign Up Today \n 
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/legal-clinic-for-startups-series-may14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Legal Clinic for Startups,SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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SUMMARY:EKY Founder Roundtable 2026
DESCRIPTION:EKY Founder Roundtable 2026\nA focused conversation for founders building what’s next in Eastern Kentucky\nIf you’re building something new\, this is for you\nWhen: May 20\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET\nWhere: Faithlife Market | 130 Division St | Pikeville\, Kentucky \nIf you are building a startup\, developing a product\, or working on an innovative business in Eastern Kentucky\, the EKY Founder Roundtable 2026 is designed for you. Across the region\, founders and innovators are building companies that are shaping the future of Eastern Kentucky. But building something new comes with challenges you don’t always talk about in public. The EKY Founder Roundtable brings together the people doing that work. This is a small group conversation for founders who are actively building and looking to connect with others who understand what it takes. \nWhy Attend\nBuilding a company is easier when you’re not doing it alone. \nAt the EKY Founder Roundtable\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n\nConnect with founders building across Eastern Kentucky\nShare challenges and lessons from your journey\nTalk through product\, technology\, hiring\, and funding\nLearn how others are navigating similar decisions\nBuild relationships within the region’s growing innovation ecosystem\n\nParticipation is limited to keep the conversation focused and valuable. \nWho Should Attend\nThis roundtable is for people actively building innovative or scalable ventures in Eastern Kentucky\, including: \n\nStartup founders launching new companies\nEntrepreneurs building technology-enabled businesses\nInnovators developing products\, platforms\, or tools\nFounders working toward scalable or high-growth ventures\nUniversity-affiliated founders and student entrepreneurs\n\nIf you’re building something new\, this is for you. \nWhat to expect\nThis roundtable is a working conversation for founders. \nWhat this is:\nA space to share real experiences\, talk through challenges\, and learn how others are building and growing in Eastern Kentucky. \nWhat this isn’t:\nNo presentations. No pitches. No passive networking. \nThis is for people ready to engage\, contribute\, and have honest conversations about building something from the ground up. \nApply to Join \nSpots are intentionally limited to keep the conversation meaningful. \nIf you’re actively building in Eastern Kentucky\, we encourage you to apply.
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/eky-founder-roundtable-052026/
LOCATION:Faithlife Market\, 130 Division St\, Pikeville\, 41501\, United States
CATEGORIES:EKY Founder Roundtable Series,SOAR event,SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T100000
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SUMMARY:Capital & Investor Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Capital & Investor Roundtable\nExploring Capital Opportunities Across Kentucky and Appalachia\nWhere Leaders Share Insight and Inform Strategy\n\nWhen: May 27\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET\nWhere: TBA | Ashland\, Kentucky \nCapital decisions shape what grows\, what scales\, and what lasts. \nThe Capital & Investor Roundtable is a curated\, invitation-only session for investors\, funders\, and capital partners who want to be more intentional about how and where capital is deployed. \nThis is an opportunity to sit down with peers who are actively making investment decisions and engage in a focused conversation about what comes next. \nA Private Conversation for Investors and Capital Partners\nCapital is more than funding—it sets direction. \nThe conversations happening among investors today influence what ideas are supported\, what markets grow\, and what opportunities move forward. \nEngaging with peers in a focused setting allows for stronger alignment\, clearer insight into emerging trends\, and more informed decisions about where capital can have the greatest impact. \nWho Should Attend\nThis roundtable is intended for individuals and organizations actively involved in deploying capital or shaping investment strategy\, including: \n\nAngel investors\nVenture capital firms\nFamily offices\nImpact investors and funds\nCorporate venture and strategic investors\nFoundations and philanthropic capital partners\nInvestment funds and capital allocators\nLenders\, CDFIs\, and financial institutions\nCapital ecosystem leaders and advisors\n\nAny investor or funder from across Kentucky and beyond is encouraged to engage. \nParticipation is limited to maintain a high-quality\, focused discussion among investors and capital partners. \nAttendees are selected with intention to help curate a meaningful and balanced conversation. \nIf you are actively deploying capital and want to be part of this discussion\, we invite you to request an invitation. \nRequest an Invite \nSpots are intentionally limited to keep the conversation meaningful. \nJoin a curated group of investors and capital partners for a focused conversation on what comas next.
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/capital-investor-roundtable-052726/
LOCATION:Ashland\, KY\, Ashland\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Capital & Investor Roundtable,SOAR event,SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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SUMMARY:Storytelling for Founders Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:2026 Founders Fit Bootcamp Series \nSession 11: Storytelling for Founders Bootcamp📅 Date: May 28\, 2026🕒 Time: 12:00 p.m. ET📍 Location: Online Zoom Meeting (link provided upon registration)🎟️ Cost: Free \nJoin us for the eleventh session of our Founders Fit Bootcamp Series\, a monthly webinar series from SOAR Innovation designed to equip early-stage entrepreneurs with practical\, actionable tools to build and grow their business in Eastern Kentucky and beyond. \nStorytelling for Founders Bootcamp continues the series with a focus on narrative strategy and composing a creative and concise business origin story. You’ll learn how to: \n\nWrite and deliver a compelling 60-second business story\nShare your story compellingly in your marketing and your network\nDrive visibility\, engagement\, and new customers with your brand story\n\nThis live Zoom session will be led by a local Eastern Kentucky brand strategist and entrepreneur. \nSave your spot: https://soar-ky.org/soar-innovation/founders-fit-bootcamp/
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/storytelling-for-founders-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SOAR event,SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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SUMMARY:Startup Appalachia Accelerator Demo Day - Founder Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Startup Appalachia Accelerator Demo Day\nMeet the founders building new businesses in Eastern Kentucky\nSee What’s Being Built in the Region\nJoin SOAR Innovation for the Startup Appalachia Accelerator Demo Day\, presented by Community Trust Bank. \nFounders from across Eastern Kentucky will showcase the businesses they’ve spent the last eight weeks developing inside the accelerator program. \nEach founder will present their company\, what problem they’re solving\, and what comes next for their business. \nThis is a chance to see innovation happening locally — and to support the people building it. \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is open to: \n\nCommunity members\nLocal businesses\nInvestors and lenders\nEmployers\nStudents\nAspiring entrepreneurs\nEconomic development partners\n\nIf you’re curious about startups\, new ideas\, or the future of the Eastern Kentucky economy — this event is for you. \nEvent Details\nDate: June 4\, 2026Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ETLocation: In-person (location announced soon) \nYou’ll meet founders\, hear pitches\, and connect with others supporting entrepreneurship in the region. \nAbout the Accelerator\nThe Startup Appalachia Accelerator is an 8-week cohort program supporting Eastern Kentucky founders building technology and tech-enabled businesses. Participants receive coaching\, workshops\, and preparation to grow their companies and continue scaling after the program. \nRegister to Attend Demo Day
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/startup-appalachia-accelerator-demo-day-founder-showcase/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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SUMMARY:EKY Ecosystem Convening
DESCRIPTION:EKY Ecosystem Convening\nConnect with ecosystem partners supporting entrepreneurs across Eastern Kentucky.\nDate: June 18th\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM ET\nLocation: Morehead Conference Center 111 E First St\, Morehead\, KY 40351 (Collins Hall East) \nSponsored by: SOAR Innovation \nWhy This Convening Matters\nSOAR Innovation is bringing together organizations from across Eastern Kentucky that support entrepreneurs and small businesses. \nThe EKY Ecosystem Convening creates one shared space to connect with ecosystem partners\, share programs and resources\, strengthen referral pathways\, and explore opportunities to collaborate across the region. \nWhat to Expect\nThis half-day convening will focus on connection\, coordination\, and collaboration between the organizations supporting entrepreneurs in Eastern Kentucky. \nParticipants will have opportunities to: \n\nMeet ecosystem partners from across the region\nShare programs\, services\, and resources\nStrengthen referral pathways between organizations\nIdentify opportunities to collaborate\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis convening is designed for organizations that support entrepreneurship and small business development across Eastern Kentucky\, including: \n\nEntrepreneur support organizations\nEconomic development professionals\nSmall Business Development Center advisors\nUniversities and community colleges\nWorkforce development organizations\nCommunity development partners\nCommunity lenders and capital partners\nChambers of commerce\nStartup mentors\, advisors\, and ecosystem connectors\n\nOrganizations across Eastern Kentucky are working toward the same goal: helping entrepreneurs start\, grow\, and succeed. \nThe EKY Ecosystem Convening is an opportunity to strengthen connections\, coordinate efforts\, and build a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem across the region. \nRegister to attend the EKY Ecosystem Convening\, presented by SOAR Innovation.
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/eky-ecosystem-convening/
LOCATION:Morehead Conference Center\, 111 E First St\, Morehead\, KY\, 40351\, United States
CATEGORIES:SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T120000
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SUMMARY:The Founder's Playbook Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:2026 Founders Fit Bootcamp Series \nSession 12: The Founder’s Playbook Bootcamp📅 Date: June 25\, 2026🕒 Time: 12:00 p.m. ET📍 Location: Online Zoom Meeting (link provided upon registration)🎟️ Cost: Free \nJoin us for the last session of our Founders Fit Bootcamp Series\, a monthly webinar series from SOAR Innovation designed to equip early-stage entrepreneurs with practical\, actionable tools to build and grow their business in Eastern Kentucky and beyond. \nThe Founder’s Playbook Bootcamp finishes the series with a review of everything covered in the entire series and a long-term roadmap for continued success. \n\nCreate and use a 12-month business roadmap\nBuild a personalized founder’s playbook for you and your business\nShare learnings\, successes\, and practical takeaways\n\nThis live Zoom session will be led by our Entrepreneur in Residence\, Rick West. \nSave your spot: https://soar-ky.org/soar-innovation/founders-fit-bootcamp/
URL:https://soar-ky.org/soar-event-calendar/founders-playbook-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SOAR event,SOAR Innovation,Virtual and In-Person Trainings
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