The 2025 Social Enterprise Accelerator Demo Day

📅 Date: Tuesday, December 8th, 2025
🕒 Time: 11 AM -3 PM
📍 Location: Shaping Our Appalachian Region – Corbin Office | 2nd Floor of Whitaker Bank – Main Street Location

Join us for a celebration of innovation and impact at the EKY Runway Program’s 2025 Social Enterprise Accelerator Demo Day.  

This special event highlights the graduating 2025 SEA Fellows and showcases the work of entrepreneurs developing solutions to Eastern Kentucky’s most pressing workforce challenges, including childcare, housing, transportation, and other barriers to economic growth. 

During the event, attendees will: 

• Hear directly from entrepreneurs addressing workforce and community challenges 
• Network with lenders, mentors, local leaders, and ESOs 
• Learn how the Social Enterprise Accelerator supports business growth, job creation, and community impact 
• Celebrate the next generation of Eastern Kentucky innovators building a stronger regional economy 

Lunch and refreshments will be provided, and attendees will leave inspired, connected, and informed about the local entrepreneurship ecosystem. 

Who should attend 

• SEA Fellows and graduates 
• Local lenders and investors 
• Community and business leaders 
• Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) 
• Mentors and past program speakers 
• Business owners interested in social enterprise and regional impact 

Seats are limited — RSVP today to secure your spot! 

👉 Register Now