Sparkhaus, a development project that aims to build an entrepreneurial hub in Covington’s urban core, locked down a key loan. Located at 727 Madison Ave. in Covington’s Central Business District, SparkHaus is transforming the vacant Simms Furniture building into a space where Northern Kentucky-based founders, investors and support organizations can collaborate in one central office […]
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An entrepreneurial mindset: ‘We have a bright, vibrant community of folks’
This story is part of our latest super issue about civic engagement and why it’s important to be part of your community. Click here for our full guide to getting involved. MK Hennigan wasn’t sure how to begin her entrepreneurial journey; she just knew she wanted to pursue her vision of starting her own southern-inspired […]
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eGateway Capital becomes first official tenant at SparkHaus
eGateway Capital has become the first official tenant at SparkHaus, a hub for Northern Kentucky’s entrepreneurial community, and is set to occupy 4,000 square feet of the 47,000-square-foot Simms Furniture building in Covington’s Central Business District.
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NKY Chamber seeks nominations for business impact awards
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 2025 Business Impact Awards, which honor local businesses of all sizes that are positively impacting the region and contributing to the economic development of the Northern Kentucky community.
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The Colonel Sanders of hot sauce? Covington’s Farmer Nate aims to build relationships through food
Nathanael Nunemaker didn’t grow up farming, despite what the name of his company might suggest. While farming runs in his family, Nunemaker taught himself to grow peppers and other vegetables out of sheer curiosity. During the pandemic, he started growing peppers and other vegetables on a small patch of dirt in his Covington backyard. That […]
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R.C. Durr Foundation backs SparkHaus with $250k investment
The R.C. Durr Foundation has invested $250,000 in SparkHaus, a project to convert the Simms Furniture building in Covington into a next-generation entrepreneurial hub, joining other Northern Kentucky-based institutional investors.
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Spanish on the Fly, other NKY businesses receive awards
Spanish on the Fly, a conversational Spanish education and tutoring service, was one of eight businesses to receive a grant from the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Duke Energy, and Blue North to invest in software upgrades, signage, and other practical items to grow the business.
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Small Business Saturday deals in Northern Kentucky
Small Business Saturday is taking place on Saturday, November 28th, with local businesses in Northern Kentucky offering deals and discounts to encourage people to shop locally, with some offering free reusable tote bags and other giveaways.
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Hebron’s Archer & Co. Roasters brings founder’s love for coffee full circle
Archer Roasters & Co., a specialty coffee roasting company, has opened in Hebron, Kentucky, sourcing beans from around the world and using a cutting-edge Mill City 3 Kilogram Drum Roaster to roast the beans to perfection.
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Archer & Co. Roasters brings specialty coffee and tea to Boone County
Archer & Co. Roasters, a new coffee roasting facility and service in Boone County, is now open for business, offering packaging customization, coffee beans, teas, hot cocoas, and is registered as a Kentucky Proud product.
