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UK, key organizations partner to launch ‘Growing Our Own’ workshop series

The University of Kentucky, in collaboration with several partners, is launching the “Growing Our Own” workshop series this fall.

Supported by the UK Office of Land-grant Engagement, the initiative aims to strengthen and grow small, Kentucky-based businesses across the Commonwealth by equipping participants with the knowledge and resources needed to thrive.

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Markey Bid Package 8 Fit Out — Outreach and Matchmaking Event - Bid Package 8 Fit Out

Outreach and Matchmaking Event - Bid Package 8 Fit Out University of Kentucky Cancer Center and Advanced Ambulatory Building

Join us Tuesday October 22, 2024 for a presentation and matchmaking session for the Bid Package 8 Fit Out of the 500,000 SF Cancer Center and Advanced Ambulatory Building for the University of Kentucky.

Immediately following a project presentation will be a matchmaking meet and greet event. Firms will be able to meet potential partners to team up for the project. Walsh, UK and the Design Team will also be available to meet one-on-one with interested companies immediately following the presentation. Please bring your Capability Statements.

Please RSVP by 10/18 to Caitlin Banks (cabanks@walshgroup.com) with Firm Name, Scope of Work Performed, attendee name and attendee title.

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Turner-UK Construction Diversity Accelerator Launches Cohort 3

by Marilyn Clark

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 25, 2024) - The Turner-UK Construction Diversity Accelerator (CDA) welcomed cohort three in March with an opening reception at the UK Cornerstone. This year’s cohort has 20 businesses located across Kentucky. The program is a partnership between Turner Construction, the University of Kentucky and the Kentucky Apex Accelerator.

UK Creates Economic Engagement Marketplace to Support Diverse Suppliers, Local Businesses

by Meg Mills

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 10, 2024) - As part of the University of Kentucky’s strategic plan to advance the interests of the Commonwealth, UK formed an Economic Engagement Program. Led by Barry Swanson, UK's chief procurement officer, and Marilyn Clark, UK's first economic engagement manager, the initiative strives to expand UK's economic development efforts by providing support for diverse suppliers and Kentucky-located businesses.

University of Kentucky to Create Equity Map of Central Kentucky with $31,500 Grant

by Ashley Castorena

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jul 21, 2023) - The University of Kentucky Sustainability Challenge Committee awarded a $31,500 grant that will fund Phase 1 of the Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) bold idea #4: Create an Equity Map of Central Kentucky.