HCDC, Inc. held its Annual Business Development Awards Ceremony on Feb. 23 to celebrate the organizations and individuals who have partnered with HCDC to help build the local economy “one business at a time.” The economic development organization that runs a Startup Incubator in Norwood, is an SBA Lender, and is the Economic Development Office […]
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How bourbon is helping transform NKY from a ‘misfit child’ to a ‘big business and industry area’
“We want to get them from a Miller Lite to a bourbon.” It was the quote of the morning from Richard Dickman, owner Smoke Justis. The NKY Chamber of Commerce’s March Eggs ‘N Issues focused on the growth of the bourbon industry within Northern Kentucky. Kentucky is known for horses, great music and bourbon. In […]
North by Hotel Covington set to open in October
The North by Hotel Covington expansion is set to open in Covington in October, which will extend the hotel’s footprint from 7th Street on Madison to E. Pike Street. Justin Ham, General Manager of Hotel Covington, said he is delighted with the progress the construction team has made since breaking ground on the expansion. “Things […]
Covington Business Council celebrates 50 year anniversary by recounting history, honoring local business, and looking forward
The history of the Covington Business Council is intrinsically linked to the history of Covington. The CBC celebrated 50 years of civic and economic development in the community Thursday. The CBC hosted the networking event at the Radisson Hotel on W. 5th Street. The CBC focused on detailing the past while articulating their vision for […]
Northern Kentucky Tri-ED appoints Halpin to their Board of Directors
The Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation announced that Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery and the Fiscal Court appointed Tara Halpin, CEO and owner of Steinhauser, to the Tri-ED Board of Directors. Halpin will occupy the seat previously held by Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer. “As a resident and business owner in Campbell County, Tara will bring […]
New developments, including Starbucks, coming to the Bellevue riverfront
A Starbucks is coming to Bellevue. The esteemed coffee chain will take the place of a former Burger King location that closed about seven months ago. The Boost Mobile phone store will also close, but the Subway will remain operational. Bellevue Mayor Charlie Cleves said the deal has been in process for about a year. […]
NKY Chamber to host ‘Intentionally Building Diverse Connections’ event
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) is hosting “Intentionally Building Diverse Connections,” an event that welcomes businesses of all sizes and sectors throughout the region to meet in a structured environment geared toward creating diverse business relationships. The quarterly event is part of the NKY Chamber’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives. Attendees can […]
Fleurish Grounds brings plants, coffee and vintage clothing to new storefront
Fleurish Grounds plant shop has partnered with Flow Koffee and Kombucha and Poppy’s Favorite Vintage to create a space with a little something for everyone. From an online shop on Instagram, to a garage shop, to a Madisonville storefront, Fleurish Grounds will now be operating out of Newport’s old Monroe Market building. Christine Kim started […]
March Eggs ‘N Issues To Focus on Kentucky Bourbon Industry
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will host its next Eggs ‘N Issues on Tuesday, March 8 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Receptions Banquet & Conference Center in Erlanger. The topic of discussion will be the Bourbon Business in Kentucky: how the bourbon industry contributes to community and statewide placemaking as well as […]
NKY’s Growing Role in Health Care Industry Explored by Local Executives
Written by Kenton Hornbeck, LINK nky reporter How Northern Kentucky is working to position itself at the forefront of health care innovation in the U.S. was explored as a topic at this month’s Eggs N Issues event hosted by the NKY Chamber of Commerce. The event featured three speakers: Dr. Doug Flora of the St. […]

