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COMMUNITY TRUST BANCORP ANNOUNCES THE PROMOTION OF TONYA MAYNARD TO VICE PRESIDENT / INTERNAL AUDIT SUPERVISOR
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAY 30, 2023 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT MARK A. GOOCH VICE CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT AND CEO, COMMUNITY TRUST BANCORP, INC. AT (606) 437-3229 COMMUNITY TRUST BANCORP ANNOUNCES THE PROMOTION OF TONYA MAYNARD TO VICE PRESIDENT / INTERNAL AUDIT SUPERVISOR PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY: Mark A. Gooch, Vice Chairman, President and CEO of Community Trust Bancorp, Inc., is pleased to announce the promotion of Tonya Maynard to the position of Vice President, Internal Audit
Patton Leadership Institute Visits Johnson County for a Day of Exploration and Learning
Johnson County, KY (May 1, 2023) - Patton Leadership Institute (PLI) visited Johnson County for a day of exploration and learning. The group was led on a tour of Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) technical classes including the new state-of-the-art Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs. They also visited the East Kentucky Advanced Manufacturing Institute (eKAMI), Butcher Holler, and attended a workshop on the book The Power of Positive Leadership. The tour of the BSCTC Technical
Southeast Kentucky Chamber to hold Membership Meeting with Lee Balaklaw
Pikeville, KY (5/9/2023) - The Southeast Kentucky Chamber's June membership meeting with Lee Balaklaw, a strategic partner of Schooley Mitchell of Louisa, will take place June 6, 2023, at noon at the Garfield House in Pikeville. During the event, Lee Balaklaw will provide insights on the latest trends and best practices in the telecommunications industry and information on how Schooley Mitchell can help Southeast Kentucky Chamber members save money on their telecommunications expenses. This
COMMUNITY TRUST BANCORP ANNOUNCES BRANDI KISER PROMOTED TO MARKET VICE PRESIDENT / BRANCH MANAGER
PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY: Mark A. Gooch, Vice Chairman, President and CEO of Community Trust Bancorp, Inc., is pleased to announce that Brandi Kiser has been promoted to the position of Market Vice President, Branch Manager of Community Trust Bank, Inc. Ms. Kiser’s duties as Branch Manager include providing consumer, residential, and commercial lending options to new and existing client relationships, overseeing the daily operations of the branch office, calling on existing and prospective clients to develop
COMMUNITY TRUST BANK ANNOUNCES TONYA LANAE JOHNSON PROMOTED TO MARKET VICE PRESIDENT / SENIOR RETAIL LENDER
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMAY 8, 2023 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT MARK A. GOOCHVICE CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT AND CEO, COMMUNITY TRUST BANCORP, INC.AT (606) 437-3229 COMMUNITY TRUST BANK ANNOUNCES TONYA LANAE JOHNSON PROMOTED TO MARKET VICE PRESIDENT / SENIOR RETAIL LENDER PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY: Mark A. Gooch, Vice Chairman, President and CEO of Community Trust Bancorp, Inc., is pleased to announce that Tonya Lanae Johnson has been promoted to the position of Market Vice President, Senior Retail
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Hosts East Kentucky Regional Competition of the National Civics Bee
Pikeville, KY (April 27, 2023) - The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted the first-ever East Kentucky Regional Competition of the National Civics Bee on April 27, 2023, at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg. The National Civics Bee is an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and The Civic Trust, to encourage excellence in civics knowledge. Middle school students across 24 eastern Kentucky counties had the opportunity to participate in the East Kentucky Regional Competition
Treasured 100-Year-Old Building Re-Opens as Johnson’s Antiques
Pike County, KY – On April 15, 2023, the community of Pike County came together to celebrate the grand reopening of a treasured 100-year-old building in Wolfpit. The former general store has been transformed into Johnson’s Antiques, a new destination for antique collectors and history buffs. The grand reopening was marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and hot dog cookout that brought together residents, business owners, and community leaders. The ceremony symbolized hope and resilience for the community,
Southeast Kentucky Chamber Holds Membership Meeting with Jeff Noel, Secretary for the Cabinet of Economic Development
Pikeville, KY – April 13, 2023 - On Tuesday, April 4th, the Southeast Kentucky Chamber held its monthly membership meeting at the Garfield house in downtown Pikeville. The meeting featured guest speaker Jeff Noel, the Secretary for the Cabinet of Economic Development. The meeting was well attended by members of the Chamber, local economic development officials, and local business owners, who were eager to hear Noel speak about economic development in the region. Noel discussed the current state of the
Children's Clothing Boutique Under New Ownership
Pikeville, KY – April 4, 2023 – A popular children's clothing boutique in Downtown Pikeville has been acquired by a new owner who is excited to continue the tradition of providing high-quality, stylish clothing for children. The new owner is committed to building on the boutique's success and enhancing the shopping experience for customers. The Classy Stork recently celebrated their grand re-opening with the support of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the City of Pikeville. The Classy
Local Axe Throwing Venue Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Soft Opening
Pikeville, KY – April 4, 2023 – 606 Lumberjacks celebrated their ribbon cutting ceremony with the support of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. 606 Lumberjacks is brand-new axe throwing venue located at 4115 North Mayo Trail in Coal Run. Axe throwing is an exciting and unique form of entertainment that has been growing in popularity across the country, and 606 Lumberjacks is excited to bring this fun and thrilling activity to the community. The new venue is designed to provide a safe and
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Southeast Kentucky Chamber Host Successful March Membership Meeting
Pikeville, KY (March 17, 2023) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber recently hosted their March Membership meeting on March 16, 2023, at the Garfield House in Pikeville. The event was well-attended, and members were excited to come together in-person to connect, learn, and discuss current issues affecting the business community. During the event, attendees got to hear from guest speaker, President and CEO of One East Kentucky, Colby Kirk. He provided insight into current economic development initiatives and
Southeast Kentucky Chamber's Leadership Program, Patton Leadership Institute, Visits Pike County
Pikeville, KY (March 7,2023) Patton Leadership Institute is a comprehensive and intensive training program aimed at developing and expanding leadership skills for people in various professions such as business, government, education, and non-profit organizations. The program consists of a series of sessions designed to help participants develop their leadership skills and increase their knowledge of the region they call home.The day-long Pike County session featured a dynamic lineup of speakers and
The Southeast Kentucky Chamber's Patton Leadership Institute Visits Frankfort for Monthly Session
Pikeville, KY (February 22,2023) - The Southeast Kentucky Chamber's Patton Leadership Institute visited Frankfort on February 2, 2023, for its monthly session, providing an opportunity for participants to learn about state government and engage with legislators. Patton Leadership Institute is a program designed to develop and enhance the leadership skills of emerging and existing leaders in Southeast Kentucky. The program offers monthly sessions on various topics related to leadership, including
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
Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Josh Ball of SOAR as Guest Speaker
Pikeville, KY (January 20, 2023) – On Tuesday, January 17th, 2023, the Southeast Kentucky Chamber held its monthly membership meeting at the Garfield House in Pikeville. This month’s guest speaker was Joshua Ball, chief operations officer of Shaping our Appalachian Region (SOAR). SOAR is a regional nonpartisan nonprofit that champions local projects, programs, and advocacy for the 54 ARC-mandated counties in Eastern Kentucky. During his presentation, Ball discussed SOAR’s work to stimulate economic growth
EKY FLOOD Survey Gathering Info on Business Impact from July 2022 Flooding in Eastern Kentucky
If your business or employees were affected by the July 2022 floods in Eastern Kentucky, your input is needed for a new anonymous business assessment that is launching this month. The focus of this survey is to help identify and determine the impacts on local businesses and their workforce. Information collected in the survey will help inform organizations and government who aid in business and workforce how and where available resources can best be targeted. The data will also help in the development of
Chamber Signs On in Support of SALT Parity
Pikeville, KY (January 23, 2023) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of organizations in support of passing State and Local Tax Parity Relief for Kentucky Small Businesses. Other organizations in support include the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Lexington, Greater Louisville, Inc., and the Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants. While the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 included numerous provisions to support economic growth, changes made to the
Prestonsburg Edward Jones Financial Advisor Accepts Limited Partnership Offer
Sarah Hyden, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Prestonsburg has accepted an invitation to become a limited partner in The Jones Financial Companies, L.L.L.P., the holding company for the St. Louis-based financial services firm.Edward Jones currently employs 50,000 associates throughout the United States and through its affiliate in Canada. This is the firm's 18th limited partnership offering in its 100-year history.The Jones Financial Companies, L.L.L.P. was created in 1987 to enable the firm to expand
Patton Leadership Institute visits Floyd County
Prestonsburg, KY (January 9, 2023) – Patton Leadership Institute (PLI) spent the day in Floyd County on Thursday, January 5th, learning about business and tourism in Floyd County. The day included a visit to the Mountain Arts Center, East Kentucky Science Center, and Varia Planetarium located on the Prestonsburg campus of Big Sandy Community and Technical College. The group toured the Mountain Arts Center (MAC) in Prestonsburg. The MAC, founded in 1996, houses a 1,044-seat theatre, several large meeting
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.
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Eastern Kentucky
Release Date: Aug. 1, 2022Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 Michael.Lampton@sba.govRelease Number: 22-342, KY 17546/17547 SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Eastern Kentucky Affected by Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides and MudslidesWASHINGTON – Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are available to businesses and residents in Kentucky following the announcement of a Presidential disaster declaration due to the severe storms,
