“I am truly honored to be named Kentucky’s Small Business Advocate of the Year. However, I can’t take all the credit. What we do at SKED is a team effort. Kyle Smith (SKED small business training specialist) and I have spent countless hours creating and improving Entrepreneurial SMARTS and Be Boss Online; without his assistance and contributions, we wouldn’t be where we are today.”

Amanda Kelly, small business training director

2020 SBA Kentucky Small Business Advocate

“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

“We knew from day one that SKED would be a valuable partner in our project planning and build out. The expertise and attention to detail that SKED provided us with was exactly what we were looking for in a funding partner, and they delivered!”

Delaney Stephens, co-owner
Jarfly Brewing Company

“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

“SKED helped me find just the right financing solution to fit my specific needs, helped me get my trucks back on the road and my storefront open. They are a great resource for small business owners in Southeast Kentucky. The staff has been very supportive and willing to keep my business growing here in Middlesboro, Kentucky.”

John Marsee, owner
Quality Tire & Accessories, Inc.