Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives (KCCE)

Congratulations to KCCE Board President Tish Shade of the @fktchamber and Kelly Gold of @One_Louisville on completing the @ACCEHQ Fellowship for Talent Development! Read secure.acce.org/articles/acce-…:

KCCE hosted a Boot Camp for Chamber Professionals, sponsored by @PlantersBank, in Hopkinsville yesterday, with several local chambers from across Kentucky in attendance.

During Women’s History Month, KCCE recognizes the women serving on the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives Board of Directors who lead chambers of commerce across the Commonwealth.

During Women’s History Month, KCCE recognizes the women serving on the @KyChamber's Local Chamber Advisory Board who lead chambers of commerce across the Commonwealth. Their leadership helps connect local chambers with the Kentucky Chamber and strengthen the business community.

.@KyChamber President and CEO Ashli Watts spoke at the Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber’s monthly luncheon, providing an update on the Chamber’s legislative priorities in Frankfort, including efforts to strengthen child care, address housing challenges, and more.

Congratulations to Andrea Miller, executive director of the Lincoln County Chamber, on her retirement. KCCE's Amy Cloud and Mercer County Chamber's Jill Cutler joined to celebrate Andrea’s 24 years of service to the chamber and her community.

Several local chamber leaders attended KCCE's HR Professional Boot Camp at the @KyChamber, where they learned from human resource experts on HR fundamentals, legal and compliance essentials, best practices on feedback, and strategies for strengthening organizational culture.

KCCE hosted a regional luncheon today in Leitchfield, bringing together chamber leaders from across the region to network and collaborate. Thank you to the Grayson County Chamber for hosting and the chambers that attended!

Kentucky Chamber Public Affairs Manager Annie Santos provided an overview of the Chamber’s legislative priorities and policy work this year, highlighting its efforts to strengthen Kentucky’s workforce and economy through housing and child care legislation.

Sen. Greg Elkins and Rep. David Hale spoke to Leadership Montgomery County during their visit to Frankfort last week, encouraging local leaders to stay engaged throughout the session.

Annie Santos, Public Affairs Manager for the @KyChamber, spoke with Leadership Madison County this week, providing an update on the Chamber’s legislative priorities and discussing how housing and child care policies are essential to Kentucky's economic competitiveness.

KCCE Executive Director Amy Cloud emphasized the importance of local chamber engagement to strengthen advocacy statewide.

.@KyChamber Public Affairs Director John Hughes highlighted the Chamber's top priorities, housing and child care, as key workforce solutions to drive the state's economic competitiveness.

Leadership Jessamine County visited Frankfort today for updates on the legislative session and the policies shaping Kentucky’s business climate. Rep. @MattLockettKY discussed issues impacting local communities.

This morning, Kentucky Chamber Chair Condrad Daniels spoke at the @GOChamber’s Rooster Booster, sharing an update on the 2026 legislative session and priorities of the business community. We appreciate the leadership he provides not only to the Kentucky Chamber, but to our local chamber partners across the Commonwealth!

Kentucky’s workforce challenges are changing—and so are the solutions. Join business, education, and policy leaders February 17–18 in Lexington for the 11th Annual Kentucky Workforce Summit, presented by @Deloitte, focused on practical strategies for hiring, retention, upskilling, and the growing role of AI in talent development. This two-day event offers real-world insights and ideas you can put to work immediately. Register at kychamber.com/events/educati…

Join KCCE in welcoming Amanda Palmer as the new Executive Director of the Georgetown-Scott County Chamber of Commerce. Amanda brings a strong commitment to community leadership, relationship-building, and supporting local businesses.

The @KyChamber hosted the @PJCChamber for their Chamber Day at the Capitol yesterday, meeting with state leaders and legislators. KCCE's Amy Cloud also outlined the Chamber’s 2026 legislative priorities, including how local chambers can help advance those efforts.

“We’re proud to recognize Erin’s accomplishment and her continued commitment to excellence. Completing the IOM program demonstrates her dedication to professional growth and leadership within Kentucky’s chamber community,” said KCCE Executive Director Amy Cloud.

Congratulations to Erin Hiles, Director of Programs and Events for Barren Inc., on earning her @IOMeducates certification from the @USChamber.