Joe Jacobs
Economic Development Director | Big Sandy Area Development District
A growth-focused rural economic development professional based in Eastern Kentucky. Joe is a passionate advocate for the unique advantages of Eastern Kentucky and the central Appalachian region, including our ready workforce, competitive business environment, and our ever-expanding inventory of ready to occupy industrial sites and buildings. As the economic development director for the Big Sandy Area Development District Joe provides expert support for the district’s comprehensive strategic planning, project development and administration, and community development.