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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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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

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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Enhance Your Grant Writing Skills at Our Workshop on October 15-16

2 years ago
Grants
We are proud to partner with Grant Ready KY, Melissa Vermillion, and Pikeville Medical Center to host a comprehensive Grant Workshop on October 15-16. This hands-on workshop will provide the…
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Already a busy 2023 year for the Mountains!

3 years ago
Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Events, Tourism
Eastern Kentucky does NOT disappoint and we have so much to be proud of, take a quick read to see what our region is capable of, greatness. Pikeville Medical Center…
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