Duke Energy and the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce are opposing legislation that would make it harder to close aging power plants, resulting in increased energy costs and jeopardizing reliable service.
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NKY gets creative in effort to tackle labor shortage
This article first appeared in the March 1 version of the LINK Reader. To get these stories first, subscribe to our weekly print edition here. As the United States rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic, the nation’s economy faces a daunting labor issue: There are many available jobs but not enough workers to fill them. Across […]
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NKY Chamber panel discusses DEI in local business
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel discussion on diversity, equity and inclusion to explore how local businesses can use DEI to make their organizations welcoming to an ever-changing pool of customers and prospective workers.
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Mixed opinions on US economy: NKU economist Janet Harrah explains why
Northern Kentucky University economist Janet Harrah polled the audience at a recent Florence Business Council meeting for their opinions regarding the current performance of the United States economy. “All right now — show of hands,” she asked. “How many of you think the economy’s doing well? … How do you think the economy’s doing poorly? […]
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NKY leaders: ‘We don’t have enough people’
Northern Kentucky leaders are sounding the alarm on what they are describing as the region’s tight labor market. On Tuesday morning, Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties’ judges/executive spoke at the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs ‘N Issues breakfast panel, where each addressed their county’s recent accomplishments, challenges and goals. Throughout their speeches, a prevailing […]
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Panel of NKY experts discuss workplace mental health over the holiday season
With the holiday season squarely upon us, workplaces around the region are preparing for happy hours and vacation time. For some, the holidays are a time of relaxation and enjoying time with friends and family. For others, it can be a stressful time filled with deadlines and anxiety, and last week’s final Northern Kentucky Chamber […]
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Next NKY Chamber Eggs ‘N Issues to focus on health and wellness
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce invites business leaders to their upcoming Eggs ‘N Issues breakfast and panel discussion, where local leaders will talk about the challenges that startups face in today’s business environment. Eggs ‘N Issues: Holiday Health & Wellness will have panelists touch on health and wellness as people look toward New Year’s […]
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NKY economists share insights, projections for local, national economy in 2024
As the year draws to a close, local economic analysts are reviewing the country’s and region’s current economic conditions, offering new insights into what the approaching year may hold. On Tuesday, Northern Kentucky University economist Janet Harrah and Huntington Bank Chief Investment Officer John Augustine shared their insights on how national economic trends could affect […]
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National Civics Bee submissions open this week
The National Civics Bee, an academic competition put on by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, opened its submission portal this week. “Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes,” reads the NKY Chamber’s website. “Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete […]
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Women’s Initiative Regional Summit tackles mentorship, networking, development
Correction: The original story attributed ‘Framework + dream = success’ to Catrena Bowman. The attribution has been updated to reflect that the phrase was used at the summit by Tracy Stokes. Framework + dream = success. This is the equation for success that Tracy Stokes, senior consultant of diversity, equity and inclusion for St. Elizabeth […]