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Business attraction is one of the key goals of One East Kentucky. The region has a strong workforce and ample natural resources in a key location in the United States – it just needs someone to promote this hidden gem. Colby Kirk, President and CEO of One East Kentucky, attended...
One East Kentucky (OEK) supports nine counties and is based on the idea that economic development doesn’t stop at specific county lines. A new business or education resource in one county can elevate the entire region. OEK works with countless local economic development partners throughout the year but is also...
The nine-county One East Kentucky region is home to 7,500 available workers and their families. Companies moving to the region can take advantage of a skilled workforce ready to go to work, and they can also rest assured knowing that the workforce of tomorrow can attend local universities and participate...
The following is a reflection from Colby Kirk, President & CEO of One East Kentucky, on the potential impact of tariffs in the region. As a lifelong resident of Eastern Kentucky and a leader in economic development, he has a clear understanding of how federal tariffs could be good and...
2025 Kicks Off the ‘New Kentucky Home’ Initiative to Support Tourism and Economic Development
Jan 13 2025Residents of Eastern Kentucky can expect an uptick in tourists this year through a new campaign developed by the Cabinet for Economic Development and Governor Andy Beshear. The initiative, “My New Kentucky Home,” pairs tourism investment with long-term economic development strategies. When people visit Kentucky, they can fall in love...
You can affordably create a custom facility by purchasing build-ready sites in Kentucky. Many sites are designed to be customized to the specific needs of the owners, whether they need customer-facing meeting areas or advanced foam fire suppression systems. These build-ready sites in Kentucky are affordable and centrally located.Find Build-Ready...
This is a business-friendly state, which is why you can easily find sites with incentives in Kentucky. One of the best regions to find these sites is the Eastern part of Kentucky, where land is cheap and easy to build on. One East Kentucky, an economic development organization that represents...
One East Kentucky Receives Multiple Awards from the Kentucky Association for Economic Development
Dec 20 2024The Kentucky Association for Economic Development (KAED) recognized the efforts of One East Kentucky and its leadership during its annual awards ceremony. Colby Kirk, President and CEO of One East Kentucky, was named 2024 Young Professional of the Year, while the organization as a whole received the Leadership in Technology...
There are ample shovel-ready sites in Kentucky where you can expand your operations. Whether you are bringing a manufacturing facility to the region or expanding your wood products business, the team at One East Kentucky has the tools you need. Explore nine different counties in the Eastern part of the...
There are several manufacturing sites in Kentucky that are designed to accommodate specific industrial needs. The virtual tours developed by One East Kentucky, an economic development organization representing nine counties, make finding specific properties easier. Whether you are looking for chemical storage, advanced fire suppression systems, or other built-in safety...
Touring industrial sites in Kentucky is faster than ever with free GIS tools. One East Kentucky makes it easy to explore nine counties that make up the eastern part of the state. You can take your site selection efforts to a regional level and find the best facilities and towns...
There are plenty of available real estate and build-ready sites in Eastern Kentucky. You can find land that can accommodate your specific operational needs including size, safety, and production standpoints. Whether you are looking to manufacture wood products or develop parts for the aerospace industry, Eastern Kentucky is an ideal...
There are plenty of sites with incentives in Eastern Kentucky and touring them is easier than ever. Use our VR tools to take virtual tours and discover your top options through our GIS filters. Expand your search from a single part of Kentucky to an entire nine-county region that is...