U.S. Sen. Rand Paul told the NKY Chamber Tuesday that a gradual increase in the full Social Security retirement age to 70 over the next 20 to 30 years could “fix two-thirds of the problem” facing the program’s sagging reserves. Kentucky’s junior senator indicated support for bucking up the entitlement program by gradually increasing the […]
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Nominations open for Leadership Northern Kentucky
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Leadership Northern Kentucky Class of 2025, a 10-month program to help develop business and community leaders in the region.
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Five NKY Chamber infrastructure asks to watch this session
The NKY Chamber has identified funding to complete the KY 536 corridor project as its top infrastructure priority, with the House and Senate expected to negotiate on the final appropriations before the legislative session ends in April.
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Women’s Initiative Regional Summit to focus on building leaders of tomorrow
Maintaining relationships, empowering disenfranchised voices, and building up young people are all hallmarks of an effective leader. At this year’s Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s eighth annual Women’s Initiative Regional Summit, women from around the region have the opportunity to hone these skills. The summit’s theme is Passing the Mic: Empowering Ourselves & Others, and […]
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Local foundations partner to offer grants for minority, women and veteran-owned small businesses
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Duke Energy Foundation are partnering to support small businesses by providing grants to local minority, women and veteran-owned businesses. The Duke Energy Foundation is providing $75,000 to support the grants, which will be allocated in varying amounts ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. Funds will be awarded to […]
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NKY Chamber to host event focusing on women’s health, wellness
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative is hosting its upcoming annual summer Professional Series event that focuses on women’s health and physical wellness in the workplace. WI Body + Mind Professional Series: Wellness in the Workplace will be hosted at Gateway Community and Technical College’s Edgewood campus from 8 to 10 a.m. on Aug. 3. Panelists will discuss and share best practices, […]
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Northern Kentucky Chamber announces LNK class of 2024
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce announced the Leadership Northern Kentucky class of 2024 this week. The 45th class consists of 52 professionals who work for a range of businesses and nonprofits throughout the region. “The 52 leaders who make up the 45th class will form bonds and make a collective impact which will positively change the outlook for […]
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NKY Chamber hosts 2023 Legislative recap: ‘It was truly one of the most exciting votes I’ve ever been a part of’
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2023 Legislative Recap Tuesday morning, with a panel made up of local legislators. Sen. Chris McDaniel (R-Covington), Rep. Kim Moser (R-Taylor Mill) and Sen. Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown) were among the panel moderated by Tami Wilson, vice president of public affairs at the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. […]
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NKY Chamber honors Jeff Earlywine with community award
The NKY Chamber presented Boone County Administrator Jeff Earlywine with an NKY Community Award during a recent board of directors luncheon. The award is given out to individuals, businesses or organizations throughout the Northern Kentucky Metro region that have made a positive impact in the community. Earlywine is set to retire on July 31 after […]
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NKY Chamber to host summit series on DEI
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is hosting its next diversity, equity, and inclusion Summit Series, “Overcoming the Frozen Middle: Where Decisions Get Traction.” The diversity, equity, and inclusion Summit Series events explore how to integrate initiatives into standard practice and make the region more inclusive for all with ideas, discussions, and strategic guidance from experts […]
