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Unlock Funding and Resources for Your Startup: The SBIR/STTR Program and Kentucky’s Matching Funds

1 year ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Grants
If you’re a business owner in Eastern Kentucky with a big idea or new technology you want to develop, we’ve got some exciting news for you! The Small Business Innovation…
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10 Things You Need to Know About the SOAR Summit

2 years 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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RECAP: SOAR Innovation Ideation Workshop at Morehead State University

2 years ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events
Sparking Entrepreneurial Ideas This week, our SOAR Innovation team hosted an exciting Ideation Workshop at Morehead State University, where students took on the challenge of identifying real-life problems and transforming…
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Take Advantage of the Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit, deadline is Nov. 1

2 years ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Our SOAR Business and Innovation team is all in on the success of entrepreneurs in Eastern Kentucky. We’re here to ensure that small businesses know about opportunities like the Kentucky…
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RECAP: Inspirational Speaker Series at Ashland Community and Technical College

2 years 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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Inspirational Speaker Series: Kyle Caudill

2 years ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events
Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) launched its Inspirational Speaker Series at Morehead State University on August 28, 2024. Kyle Caudill, Founder and CEO of 4C Innovations, was the featured speaker.…
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Get Ready to Experience EKY at the 2024 SOAR Summit

2 years ago
Events
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Mark your calendars for October 16-18 for the 2024 SOAR Summit, presented by Appalachian Wireless and the Appalachian Regional Commission. It is Appalachia’s premier event, and that is because of…
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SOAR Innovation: Enhance Your Financial Skills with Expert Quickbooks Guidance

2 years ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events
Are you looking to enhance your QuickBooks skills, or do you simply have a question that stumps you? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join us for a comprehensive…
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Governor Beshear Announces Continued Support for Eastern Kentucky Entrepreneurs

2 years ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Grants, News & updates
We are thrilled to announce that Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) has once again been awarded a contract to support high-tech, high-growth-potential startups in Eastern Kentucky through our SOAR Innovation…
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5 Reasons to Attend the Country Music Highway Tribute Show in Louisa

2 years ago
Events, News & updates, Tourism
The wait is over! Shaping Our Appalachian Region’s Country Music Highway Tribute Show is here. On Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13, the streets of Louisa will be transformed…
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