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We invest in a better way of
life in Southern and Eastern Kentucky through:

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Don’t worry. If you struggle with business challenges or want to achieve new goals, SKED’s lending specialists will find financial solutions that work for you — so you can stop losing sleep and start chasing dreams.
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Connection is power. Let the leaders at SKED connect you to the right community resources so you can do business better in Southern and Eastern Kentucky.
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Training

Success is always possible. All it takes is an open mind, motivation and the willingness to step out of your comfort zone. Our small business assistance team will walk you through the rest.
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665

Loans

11,561

Jobs Created/Retained

48,925

Hours of Technical Assistance Provided

The proof is in the success story.

Learn about the ways we’ve helped our Southern and Eastern Kentucky clients do business better across the region.

“From the very beginning of our planning phase, SKED was right there with us. We were glad to know we could count on them to get our Somerset clinic off to a great start. With SKED’s assistance, we were able to open the clinic with necessary equipment and resources to help the kids of the Somerset area!”

Brandy Close & Jennifer Houk, co-owners
The Kid SpOt Center, LLC

“My experience working with SKED has been phenomenal. Everyone I have come in contact with has been very supportive and helpful. When beginning this journey, I had no idea where to start. I am beyond thankful Karen Minton was there to lead me in the right direction from the beginning. Karen and all her colleagues are wonderful. Working with SKED has been amazing, and I hope to continue with their support throughout my journey.”

Allison Sallee, owner
All About Kids Therapy, LLC

“It has been a pleasure working with SKED,” Bart said. “Thanks to the loan that ProFab, Inc. received from SKED, we were able to grow our business and help keep our employees working and providing for their families, too.”

Bart Williams, owner
PROFAB, Inc.

“The loan staff worked with us on structuring a loan product that was beneficial to all parties and pushed the business purchase through. They were with us every step, from inspecting the property, underwriting the financial info, and discussing the best way to make the business fund the growth we wanted and keep it successful for another 25 years.”

Stefan Brown, co-owner
All Boats Service Center

“It is such a pleasure working with SKED. Goose Creek Candle Company is very appreciative of their continued support. Organizations such as SKED are invaluable to businesses such as ours and we are so proud to partner with them for continued growth and success.”

Tamara Meece, president
Goose Creek Candle

News

SKED/SBDC Childcare Initiative Making a Difference; Begins Second Year

April 30 |  SKED News, Success Stories

SOMERSET, KY—The Kentucky Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Childcare Initiative is entering its second year with strong momentum, additional funding and real success stories that reflect its growing impact across the Commonwealth. This ini…Read More

Isaacs Insurance Grows into a New Space in Somerset

April 16 |  Lending, Success Stories

SOMERSET, KY – Harold Isaacs has worked methodically to grow his small-town insurance business over the past 38 years. In 2024, his company had grown so much he needed to expand to a larger office space. Harold Isaacs has provided insurance ser…Read More

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