The following is written by Brent Cooper, president and CEO of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Along with thousands throughout the region, I am an FC Cincinnati soccer fan. The atmosphere they’ve created has been electrifying. Fans from all over the Greater Cincinnati region come to watch them play. That includes Northern Kentucky. […]
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Op-Ed: Education is Key to NKY’s Economy
It has been said that the economic vitality of any region is directly tied to the quality of educational opportunities that exist in the region. It’s no wonder the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce places such a high degree of importance on P-20 education throughout our region. Indeed, we believe education is central to achieving our mission […]
Op-Ed: Spooked by Cyber Crime? You Should Be
It’s a scary time, and not just because Halloween is upon us. Those in the cybersecurity world, like technology expert Dave Hatter (who is also the Mayor of Fort Wright) have been sounding the alarm for years. “Cybersecurity is a top issue for our entire community.” said Hatter. “We need to do more […]
Op-Ed: Good Governance, Collboration Key to NKY’s Success
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the three Judges/Executive from Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties for the annual “State of Northern Kentucky” address. The reoccurring theme of the program was collaboration and good governance. Collaboration is nothing new to this region and good governance has been a hallmark of our top elected […]
No More Interim: Brent Cooper Named NKY Chamber President & CEO
In his second stint as interim president of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Brent Cooper is staying on for the long haul. The Chamber’s board of directors announced Wednesday that Cooper, 47, will remain as president and CEO of the region’s largest business organization on a permanent basis. Cooper, founder of Covington-based IT firm […]
NKY Chamber Spotlight: Addiction Services Council
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is profiling local businesses and organizations in its new Spotlight series. This one features Addiction Services Council.
NKY Chamber Spotlight: Thomas More College
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is profiling local businesses and institutions in its new “Spotlight” series. Check out this one about Thomas More College:
NKY Chamber Spotlight: The River City News
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is profiling local businesses and The River City News was profiled in this video.
NKY Chamber Spotlight: Yankee Doodle Deli
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is showcasing local businesses. Check out this video of Covington-based Yankee Doodle Deli and Marilyn Baker, whose pretzels are a popular snack! SEE PREVIOUSLY: Making Pretzels, Making a Difference Photo: Marilyn Baker (RCN file)
Op-Ed: Treatment Center in Campbell County is Needed
I wasn’t surprised when I heard some folks had initial concerns about the Brighton Center Recovery Center for Women locating where the former Campbell Lodge Boys Home previously resided. What has surprised me since, is the unwillingness of some to look at facts and acknowledge this simple truth: The heroin epidemic is impacting everyone in […]


