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. Isaacs Insurance has provided all types Read More
Success Stories
SKED/SBDC Childcare Initiative Making a Difference; Begins Second Year
April 30, 2025
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 Read More
Columbia Native Inspiring Others Through Her Downtown Business
COLUMBIA, KY—It's Alexis Jennings' dream to help others see their dreams come true. As the owner of 313maple Florist & Events, she's done that with a welcome flair in downtown Columbia, Kentucky. However, her most recent plans to purchase a Read More
Rockcastle Couple Buys Family Business to Help Keep Legacy Alive
MOUNT VERNON, KY – McCauley Egg Company is more than a thriving Kentucky-based business. It's a family tradition that Jesse and Leslie McCauley are working to preserve for future generations. The 70-year-old wholesale egg company in Rockcastle Read More
Harlan Entrepreneurs Open Second Store in the Heart of Downtown
HARLAN, KY – Paul and April Collins are so invested in the success of downtown Harlan that they've opened a second retail business in the heart of the city. Henry's Souvenirs and Gifts opened in late November. The husband-and-wife entrepreneur Read More
Infinity Design & Construction Creating New Jobs in Floyd County
Langley, KY. – Infinity Design & Construction is expanding its Kentucky presence into Eastern Kentucky and creating 36 new jobs. The Oldham County-based business is investing $1.75 million in a second location in Floyd County. Officials say Read More
Partners Re-open Seasons Florist in Salyersville
SALYERSVILLE, KY – Salyersville has a new florist, thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and creative talents of a group of Eastern Kentucky's own. Owners Mason Manning and Justin Owens have partnered with friends and family to offer Magoffin Read More
Success Story Spotlight
SKED Helps Pulaski Woman Sell Her Products Online
Kimberly Rogers doesn’t trust the future of her beloved small business to just anyone. The Pulaski County resident and Piccoli Horses™ owner has worked with SKED since her company’s inception in...Read More