Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development

Happy Small Business Saturday! 💼 With the holiday season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to support local businesses across Kentucky by purchasing one-of-a-kind items and services. Share your favorite Kentucky small business in the comments below. Let’s come together to support remarkable ventures across the bluegrass! ⬇️ 📸: Byron & Barclay- Owensboro, KY Four Little Pigs BBQ- Benton, KY Cumberland Steel Company- Corbin,KY Green River Meats- Campbellsville, KY Arlinghaus Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning- Erlanger, KY #TeamKentucky #SmallBusinessSaturday #SmallBusiness #ShopLocal #GiftIdeas

Faradine Systems combines the utmost in rigorous systems engineering best practices with thoughtful, client-driven design. They can produce reliable and highly effective technical products tailored specifically to meet the unique requirements of demanding industries. See how the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program has allowed them to hire additional talent and more during this National Entrepreneurship Month! 👀👇 “KY (SBIR) matching funds allowed our firm to hire two graduate level engineers that have been critical to the success of our Air Force funded SBIR effort. Their contributions allowed us to eliminate a need for out of state subcontractors and keep all of the performance out of our Lexington headquarters. This program is of invaluable worth to small businesses in KY seeking to bring new dual-use technology to life. SBIRs are extremely restrictive in cost to do meaningful work, so having any help at all translates to direct results for small companies like Faradine Systems.”- Faradine Systems, 2024 KY SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Awardee, Lexington, KY 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eNcvmRp2 #TeamKentucky #NationalEntrepreneurshipMonth #Entrepreneur #Engineering

It's Black Friday, Kentucky! 🛍️ Today, consider shopping from unique Kentucky brands that offer one-of-a-kind gifts your loved ones will cherish this holiday season. Share your favorite Kentucky brand in the comments below! 📸: Shady Rays Polarized Sunglasses Goose Creek Carhartt Tiffany & Co. #TeamKentucky #BlackFriday #KYBusiness

“Thanksgiving is that special day that allows us to express our appreciation for all our blessings of family, neighbors and friends. I love the old saying, “don’t just give thanks, live each day with an attitude of gratitude.” For me, I get to witness a “spirit of winning with integrity,“ with an attitude of getting it done by working with the amazing team at the Cabinet for Economic Development who strive every day to improve the life of all Kentuckians. Every job we can help create and retain, and every entrepreneur who realizes a dream come true helps improve lives in the home across our beloved state. On this day, lets also embrace that “attitude of gratitude” for the working men and women who build everything from our cars to our medical devices, grow our food, care for the sick, pour our coffee and fix our eggs, build our homes, service our appliances, deliver our packages and provide the utilities we need. These working men and women may not be famous, but they famously make our lives better and generate the commerce that fuels our way of life. As we give thanks on this special day, may we always place the working men and women of Kentucky on that earned pedestal deserving of our ongoing admiration and appreciation.” - Jeff Noel, Secretary, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development

Many businesses across Kentucky hire from local talent pools and find avenues to give back to their community. Hear from Bosch Growers to see why community engagement helps to support their venture. 🤝 "Bosch Berries has established stable employment opportunities for 28 local families, providing year-round work, skill development, and pathways for career advancement. By hiring local talent, sourcing from regional businesses, and fostering long-term partnerships, the company actively contributes to the economic growth and sustainability of the surrounding communities. Additionally, Bosch Berries is developing a strategic initiative to supply fresh, high-quality strawberries to local schools, ensuring that students have access to nutritious, locally grown produce. Committed to community engagement, the company actively participates in local events, Chamber of Commerce initiatives, and sponsorship opportunities, further strengthening its ties and impact within the region."- Bosch Growers, Somerset, KY 🔗: https://lnkd.in/e_yeudJg #TeamKentucky #Produce #Agritech #AgritechInnovation #Innovation #Greenhouse

🌟 Join the winning TEAM Kentucky! 🌟 Drive Kentucky's economic success with a great team by applying to be a Program Specialist in the Program Administration Division! You would be responsible for developing a comprehensive understanding of assigned programs, as well as state statutes and Cabinet procedures, and thoroughly reviewing applications through the approval process, ensuring that all necessary documentation is received and all policies are met. What we’re looking for: 📚 Great communication skills, both oral and written. 🤝 Works well in team settings. 🎯 Strong Experience in Excel, Microsoft Word, and Salesforce. This register will be running until 7:00 pm ET on Monday, December 1st. For more information and to apply, please visit the link below! ⬇️ 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eK4icBGV #TeamKentucky #JobOpening #KentuckyJobs #EconomicDevelopment #EconomicSuccess

As you begin your 🦃 day preparations, we are excited to offer this week’s SWK Industry Spotlight Siemer Milling Company , The Krusteaz Company and Hopkinsville Milling Co …and their “roll” in your Thanksgiving dinner! #comegrowwithus #thinkkentucky #fortcampbell #lesstaxingmorerelaxing Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development Kentucky Association of Manufacturers Tony Prim Taylor Hayes Chandler Ladd Amy Rogers Sharon Butts Robert Harper DeeAnna S.

At the end of October, CREATE Programs Director Henry "Buddy" Steen and the other five KY Innovation Hub leaders shared updates on their work to support Kentucky’s entrepreneurs in the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation (KSTC) quarterly webinar. Check it out below! https://lnkd.in/gq2SqRW2