News and Media from Eastern Kentucky
One East Kentucky is pleased to announce a partnership with Retail Strategies that will help to strengthen downtowns throughout eastern Kentucky. The organization received a $270,000 grant from Kentucky Power to fund the initiative. “We look forward to partnering with Retail Strategies to develop plans for revitalizing downtowns throughout ou...
For Immediate Release
October 14, 2022 – Paintsville, KY
One East Kentucky has selected Colby Kirk as its new President/CEO, effective October 31, 2022. Kirk, who is currently serving as Martin County’s Judge/Executive will be resigning from that role to succeed Chuck Sexton, who served as President/CEO since 2015.
“After an extensive search...
Who Can Help My Business in East Kentucky?
Aug 12 2022“Who can help my business?” is a question East Kentucky business owners and entrepreneurs often ask us. Fortunately, we have an easy answer - us!
One East Kentucky has an Existing Industry Liaison whose job is to help East Kentucky businesses to grow and thrive. In other words, if you hav...
If you’re in East Kentucky and wondering, “Where can I find permitting help in East Kentucky?” you have reached the right organization - One East Kentucky. As an organization we have hired an Existing Industry Liaison to help local businesses. And that includes getting help with permitting issues or an...
East Kentucky entrepreneurs often ask, “Are there any free resources for my business?” The answer is yes and the first resource is One East Kentucky’s Existing Industry Liaison - Christi Brown. Christi’s job is to support local businesses by offering hands-on help, making important connections and helping businesses to secur...
HR Managers rejoice - free workforce training is available in East Kentucky! Local colleges can even customize training programs to ensure that they are the right fit for your business needs or the equipment that your employees are trained on.
Is Free Workforce Training Available for East Kentucky Businesses?
So, now yo...
Businesses in East Kentucky often ask us, “What financing options are available for my business?” That’s a good question and it really depends on the type of business that you have, what you need the money for, and how much you need.
The good news is that One East Kentucky ha...
If you are wondering, “where can I find help for my business in East Kentucky?” you’re in the right place. One East Kentucky is a non-profit organization dedicated to growing the economy of Eastern Kentucky. We know that supporting and helping our local businesses is the best way to d...
We Want to Hear from Local Businesses
Jul 1 2022One East Kentucky wants to hear from local businesses. Your feedback is valuable to us and our team is here to help. OEK has an Existing Industry Liaison - Christi Brown whose job is to work with existing local businesses and help them to overcome challenges and grow. The bes...
Take the Survey. It’s 5 Minutes!
Jun 24 2022One East Kentucky wants to help your business! To do so, we need to hear from you. Our Business Retention and Expansion survey is short, easy and simple. It only takes 5 minutes to complete and everything can be done online. Get started here.
Is a 5-Minute Survey Too Long?
If so...
If you own a business, or are a manager, and want to know, “Where can I find help for my business in East Kentucky,” you have come to the right place. One East Kentucky is an organization committed to the growth and development of our region. We hired an Industr...
One East Kentucky hired an Industry Liaison to support major industries in the area. “We understand that our existing businesses are responsible for much of our job growth. We want to help and support them in whatever way possible so that they can continue to grow,” said Christi Brown, Industr...
Get free support for your East Kentucky business by completing our business survey. The survey is short and should take no more than ten minutes to complete. Once you have, our Industry Liaison, Christi Brown will reach out to you with information and support services. She can also schedule a...
One East Kentucky Seeks New President/CEO
Mar 22 2022One East Kentucky to conduct national search for new leader as two key employees prepare to make their next move
Latest Build-Ready-certified tract highlights continued investment in Eastern Kentucky
HAGER HILL, Ky. (March 18, 2022) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials in Johnson County to announce the addition of a new Build-Ready site at Hager Hill Industrial Park, positioning the location to attract new business to the region.
The tract...
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (June 22, 2020) – The EKYWorks 2.0 workforce study will focus on gathering valuable information about Eastern Kentucky’s future talent pipeline and updating critical quantitative data gathered during the region’s first-ever comprehensive workforce study conducted in 2016. The EKYWorks foundational study was spearheaded by One East Kentucky i...
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 7, 2020) – Dump truck bed manufacturer Logan Corporation will expand its Eastern Kentucky plant with a $1.2 million investment, setting the stage for improved workflow, greater employee retention and increased production volume.
“Logan Corp. reinvented its business model when faced with a market shift, and the company’...
Canada-based supplier selects Perry County for first US operation
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 10, 2019) – Gov. Matt Bevin today announced Dajcor Aluminum Ltd., a Canadian manufacturer of extruded and fabricated aluminum products, plans to create up to 265 full-time jobs as it invests nearly $19.6 million to locate its first US operatio...
