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Relentless for EKY: Early Bird Registration Now Open for the 2025 SOAR Summit in Corbin

7 months ago
Events, SOAR Summit
For EKY. For Appalachia. For You. The SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, returns to Corbin, Kentucky from August 26–29, and Early Bird registration is…
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Welcoming Rick West as SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence

10 months ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, News & updates
At SOAR Innovation, we help founders start, grow, and scale, providing the mentorship, resources, and connections necessary to build thriving businesses in Eastern Kentucky. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce…
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Improving Broadband in Harlan County: A Path to Economic Growth

12 months ago
Economic Development, Grants, News & updates
Harlan County, Kentucky, is on the verge of a transformative opportunity. A recent study conducted by FarrPoint, in collaboration with Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) and the nonprofit impact fund…
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Join SOAR and Rural Partners Network for a Federal Resource Fair at the 2024 SOAR Summit in Pikeville, KY

1 year ago
Events, News & updates
SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region) and the Rural Partners Network are hosting a Federal Resource Fair at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in Pikeville, Kentucky on Wednesday, October 16. The event…
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Jane Brady Knight and Brent Orrell to Lead Keynote Fireside Chat at 2024 SOAR Summit

1 year ago
Events, News & updates
The 2024 SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is thrilled to announce a keynote fireside chat featuring two influential leaders: Jane Brady Knight, Executive Director…
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Congressman Hal Rogers to Deliver Keynote Address at 2024 SOAR Summit

1 year ago
Events, News & updates
The 2024 SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission, is proud to announce that U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers, Dean of the House, will be a keynote…
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Nate Morris’ Story of Innovation and Resilience to Keynote 2024 SOAR Summit

1 year ago
Events, News & updates
The SOAR Summit has long been the premier event where visionaries and leaders gather to shape the future of Eastern Kentucky and Appalachia.  This year, we are honored to announce…
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10 Things You Need to Know About the SOAR Summit

1 year ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events, Grants, Job seekers, News & updates, Tourism
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…
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ARC Federal Co-Chair Gayle Manchin to Deliver Keynote at the 2024 SOAR Summit

1 year ago
Events, News & updates
We are excited to announce that Gayle Manchin, Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), will be delivering the keynote address at the closing plenary session of the 2024…
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RECAP: Inspirational Speaker Series at Ashland Community and Technical College

1 year ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Kyle Robinson, Founder and CEO of Print My Threads, was the featured speaker for SOAR Innovation’s Inspirational Speaker Series at Ashland Community and Technical College. His entrepreneurial journey is a…
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