The Covington Business Council is inviting businesses around the city, including Latonia, to compete in its “Deck the District” holiday decoration contest. “We hope this program boosts winter tourism in Covington while also strengthening community pride among both residents and business owners,” said Covington Business Council Executive Director Pat Frew in a press release. “Our […]
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Small Business Saturday comes to Covington this weekend
Small Business Saturday, put on in partnership with the City of Covington and the Covington Business Council, will come to Covington this Saturday, Nov. 29. The city and the organization are encouraging Covington and NKY residents to come out and support local small businesses, and several Covington businesses will offer special promotions and discounts throughout […]
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New Covington mayor, business leaders talk hopes for city’s future
Newly-elected Covington Mayor Ron Washington discussed his vision for the city with local business leaders, elected officials and other regional figures at a special luncheon on Thursday. Put on by the Covington Business Council and hosted at the Embassy Suites on Rivercenter Boulevard, the luncheon provided an opportunity for Washington to discuss his background as […]
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More growth: regional leaders advocate for growth-focused investments in 2025
Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky economic leaders are urging for greater focus on growth-oriented investments in infrastructure, housing, and amenities to secure the future of the region.
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Covington’s new digital kiosks help residents, tourists navigate city
Covington’s new digital wayfinding kiosks, created by meetNKY, the City of Covington, Durham Brands, RoveIQ, Southbank Partners and the Covington Business Council, are helping residents and tourists make their way through the city, featuring a mix of convention signage and two digital wayfinding kiosks located at the RiverCenter and Ralph Haile Square.
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Covington Business Council to honor Orleans Development founder with lifetime award
Tony Kreutzjans, founder of Orleans Development, will receive the Covington Business Council’s Founder Award for his lifetime achievement in economic development and his contributions to the city’s commercial and residential spaces.
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Meet employees where they are: NKY nonprofit leaders on hiring diverse talent
FIESTA President Theresa Cruz wants companies to actively break down barriers in pursuit of hiring employees from more diverse backgrounds. To do this, Cruz said companies must “meet employees where they’re at.” FIESTA is a Florence-based non-profit that provides food, clothing and community resources for the Hispanic community. Cruz’s role allows her to work directly […]
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New report reveals CBC members’ $17 billion economic impact on Northern Kentucky
A new report published by Northern Kentucky University’s Center for Economic Analysis and Development found that Covington Business Council member organizations have a direct economic impact of approximately $17 billion on the Northern Kentucky economy. The direct economic impact of Covington Business Council member businesses at $17.75 billion for the Northern Kentucky economy, equating to […]
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NKU President Cady Short-Thompson talks budget deficit, new programs future goals
Throughout her nearly nine months on the job, Northern Kentucky University President Cady Short-Thompson has helped the college reduce a multimillion-dollar budget deficit she inherited while juggling the challenges arising from the ever-changing landscape of higher education. In October 2023, Short-Thompson took over for former president Dr. Ashish Vaidya, who left the position in December […]
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Kentucky doles out incentives for Thermo Fisher Scientific’s expansion into Covington
A brand new 146,000-square-foot industrial building in Covington officially has its first tenant — Thermo Fisher Scientific. On Thursday, the state of Kentucky unveiled a financial incentive package for Thermo Fisher Scientific, a publicly traded biotechnology company based out of Massachusetts. The company pledged to move into the recently completed industrial building located at 135 […]