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Tech-led health is changing the way we work, move, & live. Join us this afternoon for The Wellness Social. MuuvWell’s Kevin Winn will share thoughts on how technology is transforming wellness, followed by a beginner-friendly workout, & smoothies. RSVP: wellness324.eventbrite.com

Julie has a long history in the music and television industry and has served as a team leader for @bg2050project Storytelling pillar group.

Join us on Wednesday for a CREATE Narrative Network Startup Garden, focused on tech-enabled storytelling and the intersection of tech and creative work. Julie Milam of @BGChamber will join us. eventbrite.com/e/where-creati…

Last month, we had the opportunity to set up at @GiftedStudies IdeaFestival alongside CREATE partners @heyRTC, @MI2Kentucky, & @kysbdc. When we asked students what kind of company they’d create with unlimited resources, they delivered some very impressive ideas!

We are happy to have Brittanie Kirby Dawson as apart of our ecosystem! Hope you had a great SBDC Day, Brittanie!

Mike serves on a range of Kentucky boards, including the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA).

Entrepreneurs! Our partners at Kentucky Center for Leadership are hosting a leadership luncheon tomorrow (Thursday 3/18) at 11:30 a.m. with retired oil & gas executive Mike Cowles. Information on registration at the link. lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3tnhq4u…

Join our @heyrtc today (3/17) for their next Software Craftsmanship peer group where Nick Blizzard will lead the group on real-world problem solving, and practical insight sharing across our regional tech community. 4:30 pm, @WKUInnovation - RSVP HERE: eventbrite.com/e/march-17-rtc…

Tech-led health is changing the way we work, move, & live. Join us at The Wellness Social with Muuvwell founder Kevin Winn discussing how technology is transforming wellness. Plus enjoy a beginner-friendly workout & free smoothies! RSVP: wellness324.eventbrite.com

Ambassadors are now serving in: Hancock, Ohio, Butler, Logan, Warren, Simpson, Allen, Edmonson, Hart, Barren, Metcalfe, and Monroe counties. This growing network will help ensure great ideas from across our region have the support they need to move forward.

We’re excited to launch CREATE's Ambassador Program! Our ambassadors are helping strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship across 12 counties by connecting local entrepreneurs, students, and innovators with resources, programs, and opportunities through CREATE.

Have you submitted your business idea to our Launch KY: Idea Challenge? Deadline is this Sunday, March 15. lanereport.com/186439/2026/03…

Participate in our Launch KY: Idea Challenge! Deadline is 3/15 to submit your idea for a tech-enabled or innovation-led idea or early-stage business. Application is easy, and the winning business gets some in-kind support for moving to its next phase. wku.edu/news/articles/…

This month’s StartupGarden is presented by Narrative Network, bringing together creatives where storytelling meets technology and innovation. Designers, writers, artists, and makers are invited to connect, share ideas, and collaborate.

Join us at the next Startup Garden featuring Julie Milam, of @BGChamber. Julie will share insights on building strong partnerships and why local connections matter for entrepreneurs and innovators, and her work on @bg2050project. RSVP: startup325.eventbrite.com

First up B. Stephens HR Consulting founder Breanna Stephens will be sharing practical HR decisions plus how to use AI in your workplace situations. If you lead a team or run a business, this session is for you! Join us, and help us spread the word!

Calling all Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs! Join us as we start a series “Build Smart- Innovation-Driven Business Toolbox”. During this series, we will share information every small business needs in their business toolbox. RSVP here: hr31.eventbrite.com

Last week, our @heyrtc meetup brought together technologists, IT leaders, engineers, and innovators for the launch of its newest peer group focused on Enterprise Architecture. @heyrtc is co-founded by CREATE and @BGChamber.

Thanks to @wbkotv for sharing our Startup Garden from last week! wbko.com/2026/03/02/wku…

Scenes from last Thursday’s Startup Garden with CREATE’s Buddy Steen and @WarrenCountyGov Judge Executive @DougGorman1. Thanks to all who came out to join us!