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News Release: 3/8/2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 8, 2023 COMMUNITY TRUST BANK ANNOUNCES DARYL E. SLONE PROMOTED TO THE POSITION OF WHITESBURG MARKET PRESIDENT PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY: Mark A. Gooch Vice Chairman, President and CEO of Community Trust Bancorp, Inc., is pleased to announce that Daryl E. Slone has been promoted to the position of Whitesburg Market President. Mr. Slone’s responsibilities as Whitesburg Market President include providing consumer, residential, and commercial lending options to new 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 Welcomes TEK Center
Inez, KY (February 8, 2023) TEK Center offers fast-tracked vocational certifications taking less than one year to complete. TEK Center is an Eastern Kentucky led educational facility located at 104 E Main Street in Inez, KY. Students who complete the program will receive national certifications through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) to operate eight different types of heavy equipment. Programs include heavy equipment operation, industrial maintenance mechanics, and
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Operation Sharing to Distribute IKEA Kitchen Essentials
Operation Sharing to Distribute IKEA Kitchen Essentials Families impacted by summer floods to receive items at local distributions WHAT: Delivery of IKEA kitchen essentials WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, January 31, 8 – 10 a.m. 1441 East Main Street, Hazard, KY 41701 Wednesday, February 1, 8 – 10 a.m. 79 Patriot Lane, Hindman, KY 41822 Thursday, February 2, 8 – 10 a.m. 1225 Ky 205 N, Hazel Green, KY 41332 ABOUT: Christian Appalachian Project’s (CAP) Operation Sharing has partnered with Good360 to deliver an
Mountain Sports Hall of Fame and BSCTC Host Throwback Basketball Game
PRESTONSBURG, Ky – The Mountain Sports Hall of Fame (MSHoF) and Big Sandy Community & Technical College proudly announce the Mountain Sports Hall of Fame Throwback Game. An epic night of basketball between Floyd Central High School and Knott Central High School, the throwback game is a fundraiser to support MSHoF. The game will take place in the historic Wayland Gymnasium on February 4, 2023, at 6 p.m. The throwback game will give high school athletes the experience of playing basketball in a bygone era of
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
Akers joins Chamber team as membership development manager
PIKEVILLE, KY (Jan. 4, 2023) The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Zach Akers has joined the organization as the membership development manager. In his new role, Zach will serve the local business community as a direct liaison for member services. He will assist our existing members in leveraging their Chamber membership to grow their business, while at the same time working with businesses in the community who have interest in joining the Chamber. He is available to meet
Southeast Kentucky Chamber awards $8,000 through Excellence in Education Grants
PIKEVILLE, KY (Dec. 20, 2023) The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce awarded $8,000 in grant funding through its Excellence in Education Grant Program to four schools across the region – two Letcher County schools, the Knott County School System, and one school in Johnson County. Jordan Gibson, president and CEO of the Southeast Kentucky Chamber, said the educators in the region who apply for the education grants always have exciting and innovative projects in mind for their students. “The Chamber is
Southeast Kentucky Chamber selected to host 2023 National Civics Bee
PIKEVILLE, KY (Dec. 19, 2022) The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce has been selected by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation as one of six local chambers in Kentucky to host the National Civics Bee, a middle school civics competition in spring 2023. The National Civics Bee is an annual initiative aimed at encouraging young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Organized in partnership with The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition,
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
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,
Schools of Negotiation: A Short Overview
Before reaching a business agreement, you'll likely have to negotiate terms. Negotiation is a huge part of business life, and there's no shortage of things to know when it comes to learning how to negotiate. Negotiations can be collaborative or competitive, they can be geared towards claiming value or creating value, and they can be either distributive or integrative. There are a number of schools of negotiation, each with its own unique philosophy and approach. Negotiating styles can vary greatly
