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July's Chamber Member of the Month: American Metal Works
There’s a place up Stone Coal Road in Pikeville that’s a well-kept secret, and it’s about time they get the spotlight. It’s a business called American Metal Works and they have the crazy ability to take a solid hunk of metal and use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) mills, plasma cutting, laser engraving, anodizing, powder-coating and sand blasting, to make it into whatever size and shape their customers need. You’d be surprised by their complete versatility of having such amazing technology and
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Partners with Pikeville Rotary Club to Host Luncheon with Sen. McConnell
PIKEVILLE, KY (July 3, 2024)—The Southeast Kentucky Chamber partnered with the Pikeville Rotary Club on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, to host a special luncheon at the Overlook Events Center in Pikeville. The luncheon featured guest speaker, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. The luncheon was held as one of the Rotary Club’s weekly meetings and was opened to all members of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber. More than 120 people attended the luncheon, including local business leaders, Rotarians, Chamber
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Presents $76,000 Check to the Shriners
PIKEVILLE, KY (July 1, 2024)—The Southeast Kentucky Chamber proudly presented Hillbilly Clan 1 Outhouse 2 with a check for $76,000 on Thursday, June 27, 2024. The presentation took place at the Garfield House in Pikeville with Shriner representatives and Southeast Kentucky Chamber Board members present. The proceeds will be donated to the Shriners Children's Hospital in Lexington. Funds were raised during Hillbilly Days by selling vendor spaces. Southeast Kentucky’s largest festival, Hillbilly Days,
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Welcomes Pikeville Pride as a New Member
PIKEVILLE, KY (July 1, 2024)—The Southeast Kentucky Chamber is pleased to announce that Pikeville Pride has joined as a new member. A membership plaque was presented to the nonprofit organization on Monday, June 24, 2024. Pikeville Pride began in 2017 to provide representation, visibility, and inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community in our region. Their first Pride event was in October of 2018 with 400 people in attendance. Since then, the annual event has grown and doubled in size every year. What started
June's Chamber Member of the Month: Dueling Barrels Brewery & Distillery
I haven’t been in this town very long, but one of the first things I learned when I moved here is that Pikeville knows how to brew a good beer and distill quality moonshine. I will admit, I am kind of a beer snob—I know a good beer when I taste it, and I haven’t found a beer I didn’t like in the City of Pikeville. There’s a place on Second St. that has really honed their craft (pun intended) when it comes to beer and spirits, and that’s Dueling Barrels Brewery & Distillery. My first experience with Dueling
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting For Amazon Hub Delivery
PIKEVILLE, KY (June 25, 2024)—The Southeast Kentucky Chamber held a ribbon cutting for new member, Amazon Hub Delivery, at the Garfield House in Downtown Pikeville on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The ribbon cutting was attended by members of the community, representatives from the City of Pikeville, and local business leaders who have recently partnered with Amazon Hub Delivery, such as Moonlight Boutique. Members of the media were also present. Amazon Hub Delivery joined the Chamber in hopes of partnering
Patton Leadership Holds Ninth and Final Session in Lawrence County
PIKEVILLE, KY (June 12, 2024)—The Southeast Kentucky Chamber’s Patton Leadership Institute (PLI) held its ninth and final session in Lawrence County on Thursday, June 6, 2024. The cohort has visited a different county each session, and this marks the completion of the program for the 23 participants. The PLI Class of 2024 met at the AEP Big Sandy Power Plant in Louisa where they received a tour of the facilities and heard from External Affairs Manager, Bob Shurtleff about how the plant operates and how it
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Holds Lunch & Learn with UPIKE President Dr. Burton Webb
PIKEVILLE, KY (May 21, 2015)—The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted a Lunch & Learn event on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 with guest speaker, Dr. Burton Webb, President of UPIKE. This was the last Lunch & Learn for the season; the next Lunch & Learn will likely be in August 2024. The meeting was well attended by more than 40 business leaders and community members. Attendees included representatives from Appalachian Wireless, Jigsaw Enterprises, Eastern Telephone & Technologies, Amazon Hub, Big Sandy
May Chamber Member of the Month: Career Development Office
When someone tells you to think of the “Unemployment Office,” what do you picture? Do you think of a dark and dusty building, with flickering lights that only work half the time, filled with disheartened people with no hope or vision? That’s how I always imagined it, and I realize now just how wrong I was. Instead of thinking about it as the “Unemployment Office,” it’s better to reframe our idea of the Kentucky Career Center as THE place to go for employment. Rather than making it your last stop on the
April Chamber Member of the Month: Eastern Telephone & Technologies
Pulling into Eastern Telephone & Technology’s parking lot, the building is nondescript and low key, tucked away behind the UPIKE Sports Plex in Coal Run Village. Walking in, the front waiting area seems like any other, quiet, brightly lit, I see several awards displayed that the company has earned, one of them I recognized: the 2023 Lon B. & Mary Evelyn Rogers Lifetime Achievement Award that Eastern Telephone President Darrell Maynard won at the Chamber’s last Annual Awards Night. Something grabs my
Patton Leadership Institute Hold Sixth Session in Pike County
PIKEVILLE, KY (March 14, 2024) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Patton Leadership Institute (PLI) held its sixth session in Pike County on Thursday, March 7, 2024. The cohort visits a different county each session. PLI will visit Johnson County on April 4, 2024. The cohort met at the Garfield House in Pikeville to have discussion on the book, “The Power of Positive Leadership” by Jon Gordon, where they discussed the importance of having a positive mindset and combating negativity to be an
Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Information Registry
Existing Companies Have One Year to File; New Companies Must File Within 90 Days of Creation or Registration WASHINGTON -- On January 1, 2024 the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) began accepting beneficial ownership information reports. The bipartisan Corporate Transparency Act, enacted in 2021 to curb illicit finance, requires many companies doing business in the United States to report information about the individuals who ultimately own or control
Jordan Gibson Selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program
Jordan Gibson Selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship ProgramFellowship Provides State and Local Business Leaders with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce IssuesWASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced that Jordan Gibson, President and CEO of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, was selected to participate in the ninth cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Hosts Membership Meeting With Pikeville City Manager Reggie Hickman
PIKEVILLE, KY (November 14, 2023) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted its Monthly Membership Meeting in the Garfield House at 178 College Street in Pikeville on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The meeting featured guest speaker, Reggie Hickman, Pikeville’s newly appointed City Manager. The meeting was well attended with business leaders, community members, and members of the media present. This was Mr. Hickman’s first speaking engagement in his position as City Manager. The style of this
Jamie VanHoose Breaks Membership Growth Records in First Month at Southeast Kentucky Chamber
PIKEVILLE, KY (October 11, 2023) - The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Membership Development Manager, Jamie VanHoose, has made an immediate impact in her first month on the job. Already bringing in several new members to the Southeast Kentucky Chamber, Jamie’s personal approach, outgoing personality, and natural ability are the keys to her success. She has made it a priority to meet face-to-face with as many businesses as possible, listening to their needs, and
Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Another Successful Annual Awards Night
PIKEVILLE, KY (Sept. 25, 2023): The Southeast Kentucky Chamber hosted the Annual Awards Night 2023 on Thursday, September 21. This is the biggest celebration of the year for the members of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. Awards were presented to businesses and individuals who made invaluable contributions to Eastern Kentucky over this past year. Rocky Adkins, Senior Advisor to the Governor of Kentucky, delivered the keynote address. This year’s Annual Awards Night was well attended, with more
Katie Belt joins Chamber team as Programs and Media Manager
PIKEVILLE, KY (Sept. 13, 2023) The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Katie Belt has joined the organization as the Programs and Media Manager. In her new role, Katie will oversee event coordination and management of the Chamber’s web and social media presence. She will also aid members with their participation in chamber events, as well as assisting and training members with growing their social media accounts. “I am so fortunate to have the opportunity to work with the
How to Turn Your Homestead Hobby Into a Business Opportunity
The rise of the homesteading lifestyle has been fueled by a desire for a more sustainable way of life. And what could be more sustainable than growing your own food and raising your own animals? Plus, if you're producing more than you need, monetizing your hobby farm is a great way to support yourself while living off the land. If you want to turn your hobby farm into a decent side business, this blog post from the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is for you!Craft Your Brand The first step is to
A Helpful Holiday Season Checklist for Southeast Kentucky Small Businesses
Are you feeling behind on your holiday preparations? Don't worry, you're not alone. Many small business owners are scrambling to get everything done in time. But don't worry, we've got you covered. From the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, here’s a helpful holiday season checklist to help make sure you don't miss a thing. With this checklist under your belt, you'll be able to relax and enjoy the holidays while knowing your business is taken care of. So what are you waiting for? Check this out:1.
Finding the Right Web Assistance for Your Southeast KY Small Business
Operating a small business might seem more complicated than ever now that entrepreneurs also need to navigate a vast digital landscape. However, your small business can thrive if you recruit the right kinds of help. There are several skilled professionals, such as web, graphic, and user interface designers, who can assist you with challenging web-based projects. The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce details a few of them below.Web Designer The first kind of professional you’ll likely need is a web