Southeast Kentucky Chamber Facilitates Ribbon Cutting for Drake’s Pikeville

PIKEVILLE, KY (March 27, 2024) – The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the successful ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of Drake’s Pikeville location at 175 Lee Avenue.
The ceremony began with welcoming remarks from Jordan Gibson, Chamber President & CEO, followed by Pikeville Mayor Jimmy Carter. The COO of Drake’s, Mark Thornburg, also spoke, as well as Managing Partner, Zach Lisle.  Co-Founders Bruce Drake and Brian McCarty were in attendance.

Whenever Drake’s opens a new location, they make a charitable donation to a local nonprofit, which for Pikeville’s location was Judi’s Place for Kids. During the ribbon cutting ceremony, Mark Thornburg and Zach Lisle presented a representative from Judi’s Place with a check for $6,000, which were all the proceeds collected from Drake’s soft opening for family and friends.

Before the official cutting of the ribbon, it is Drake’s tradition to take a “first bite” where everyone taking part in the ceremony each had a mini cheeseburger and on the count of three, took their first bite of the delicious food. Once the ribbon was cut, Drake’s was officially open for service. It was open only minutes before the expansive dining areas and bars were full of hungry customers waiting to try the incredible menu.

This is Drake’s 25th location, and it brings an economic boost to the region, creating 175 new jobs.

“We’re glad to welcome Drake’s to Pikeville and we look forward to supporting their success,” said Jordan Gibson, President & CEO of the Chamber. “Their presence will undoubtedly enrich our region, contributing to its growth and prosperity.”

For all the latest news about Drake’s Pikeville, follow them on Facebook or visit their website at www.drakescomeplay.com.

The Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is located at 178 College Street in Pikeville and serves more than 500 businesses in eight Eastern Kentucky Counties: Floyd, Johnson, Knott, Lawrence, Letcher, Magoffin, Martin, and Pike. The Chamber’s mission is to serve the businesses of Southeastern Kentucky through a commitment to networking, advocacy, education, and collaboration as we partner together to enhance the business climate in our region.
 

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