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In this Spring Edition
Thank You Renewals & New Members
Farm/City Banquet
Annual Golf Tournament
Chamber & Community Events
The 57th Annual Farm/City Banquet is a time-honored tradition in
Frankfort/Franklin County and has grown to be one of the largest Chamber events hosted each year. With our growth we have moved the 2015
Farm/City Banquet to Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at the Frankfort Convention Center. This annual event recognizes the contribution of agriculture
and promotes communication between farm and business in our community and is once again sponsored by Whitaker Bank. There are many ways
to get involved in the Farm/City Banquet and we hope you will take this
opportunity to promote your business to potential clients and customers
through one of these sponsorships. Sponsor exhibits will open at 5:30pm
and dinner will begin promptly at 6:15pm
__ GOLD SPONSOR - $1500.00 Benefits: • Recognition in all pre-event publicity •
Recognition on slide show presentation • Recognition in the Chamber E-News
distributed to over 1,000 Chamber members, community residents, and state employees. • Recognition on the Chamber's social media pages (1100 Facebook fans,
800 Linked-in and 206 Twitter followers. • Recognition from the podium during
the event • Reserved seating for 8 in prime location at event • Recognition on
Sponsor Banner on stage • Recognition in printed program • Display Table in
arena
__ SILVER SPONSOR—$850.00 Benefits: • Recognition in the Chamber E-News
distributed to over 1,000 Chamber members, community residents, and state employees. • Recognition on the Chamber's social media pages (1055 Facebook fans,
725 Linked-in and 169 Twitter followers. • Table for 6 attendees at event • Display
Table in pre-function hall • Opportunity to host two (2) Award winners at your
table
__AUTOMOTIVE/FARM EQUIPMENT SPONSOR - $250.00 Benefits: • Recognition
on table signage at event • Reserved table for 8 individual guest • Ability to bring
truck/farm equipment to display at event (limit one).
__TABLE SPONSOR - $150.00 Benefits: • Recognition on table signage at event •
Reserved table for 8 individual guest • Shared Display Table in pre-function hall.
Please note: **Political candidates running for public office and/or their volunteers must purchase a display table in order to distribute campaign literature during the event.
**************** FAX BACK TO 502-223-5942 ****************
Promote your company by becoming a Sponsor of this time-honored event.
Please call the Chamber office at 502-223-8261 or [email protected] for
more information.
___Yes, I would like a display table? ___ Will electricity be needed?
___ Check Enclosed
_____ Bill Me
____ Credit Card
M/C or Visa account number:…………………………………………….………………..……………..
Expires:……………………………...………...…. CVV Code: ……………………...……………………...
Contact Name: ………………………………………………………………………..………..……………….
Company Name: ……………………………………………………Phone No.: …………………………
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2015 CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD MESSAGE
Glenn Waldrop
Frankfort Plant Board
Frankfort Area
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
2015 Chairman of the Board
Glenn Waldrop, Frankfort Plant Board
Frankfort: Who are we? Where are we going? How do we get
there?
These three questions are the most important questions any community can ask itself. The answers shape the community for the
next 50 years.
As members of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, we are
all committed to this community. Our commitment is to better
serve our members, improve the lives of our employees and provide a better life for our families.
That commitment goes much deeper than our businesses, employees and families. It gets to our very core: Making our community
better for everyone, now and in the future.
Our community is special, but we can be better. If we are to be all
we really can be, we need vision. We need faith. We need commitment. We need answers to these three questions: Who are we?
Where are we going? How do we get there?
The Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is spearheading the
Community Branding Initiative, and the goal is to find answers to
these important questions. The initiative is much more than the
Chamber, Downtown Frankfort, Inc., Kentucky Capital Development
Corporation, the Frankfort/Franklin County Tourism Commission
and many of our members – ALL are ready to take the necessary
steps to improve the place we call home.
If a community is not moving forward, it is dying. When we get our
questions answered, real progress begins. Our community will not
stand idly by and watch other communities grow and prosper. It is
time to take the first step toward our goal of making Frankfort and
Franklin County everything it can be. Join the movement; it is going
to be a fun ride! See page 2 for our levels of sponsorship and our
Branding Initiative overview.
Our current community supporters: City of Frankfort, Franklin
County Fiscal Court, Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, Frankfort/Franklin County Tourist Commission, Kentucky Capital Development Corporation, Kentucky Employees Credit Union, Downtown
Frankfort, Kentucky Employees Credit Union, Graviss McDonald’s.
Immediate Past Chair/Vice Chair Economic Dev.
Rene’ True, ConnectKentucky
2016 Chair-Elect/Vice Chair Community Dev.
Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank
Vice Chair Governmental Affairs
Dave Weller, Weller Consulting
Vice Chair Small Business Development
Michael Mueller, Inside Out Design
Vice Chair Membership Development
John Hibbard, Edward Jones
Treasurer
Jim Clouse, CPA, Charles T. Mitchell Co.
2015 DIRECTORS
Kristin Cantrell, CapCity Communications
Rex Fowler, CENTRIA
Danny Garland, First Federal Savings Bank
Charles Harrison, Buffalo Trace Distillery
Lee Higginbotham, Frankfort Regional Medical Ctr.
Mitch Moore, Whitaker Bank
Rachael Peake, Capital Cellars
John Senter, Community Trust Bank
Jonathan Vaught, McAllen Solutions
Lee Ann Watters, Mountjoy Chilton Medley
2015 EX-OFFICIO
Judge Exec. Huston Wells, Franklin Co. Fiscal Court
Mayor Bill May, City of Frankfort
Max Maxwell, Kentucky State University
Joy Jeffries, Frankfort/Franklin Co. Tourism
Brittain Skinner, Downtown Frankfort, Inc
Open, KY Capital Dev. Corp.
2015 ADVISORY BOARD
Mark Craig, The Eclectic Mix
Robert Curry, Education & Workforce Dev. Cabinet
Chrissy Jones, Franklin County Public Schools
Ann Maenza, The State Journal
Lydia Powell, KY Employees Credit Union
Sharon Spencer, Farm Bureau Representative
Nakeyae Street, Frankfort Jaycees
Ralph Williams, KY State University Student Rep.
Chamber Staff
Carmen Inman, President/CEO
Suzy Hosley, Member Services Director
Carmen Engle, Office Manager
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
P: (502) 223-8261, F: (502) 223-5942
E: [email protected]
Website: www.frankfortky.info
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Background
Over the past 18 months, numerous community stakeholders and the interests they represent have been developing a unified vision for our community's growth through 2050. Cooperation between these groups accelerated
when we initiated annual joint board meetings between The Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, Frankfort/
Franklin County Tourist Commission, Downtown Frankfort Inc., Kentucky Capital Development Corporation,
the City of Frankfort, Franklin County Fiscal Court, and Frankfort Convention Center. During the joint board
meeting in March 2014, the combined group determined that community branding for the City of Frankfort and
Franklin County (hereunto referred to as Frankfort Area Community) is a top priority. A branding committee was
formed as a result, and has now been expanded to include other key stakeholders including major financial and
educational institutions and local media partners.
As the committee began exploring the branding vision for the community, members concluded that extensive
research would be required to create a brand that defines the Frankfort area and demonstrates the unique qualities
that make it an attractive place in which to live, visit and do business. Since Frankfort is simultaneously a capital
city and a small town, the brand development is challenging and requires specific expertise from a firm or individual that specializes in community branding.
After nine months of meetings the Branding Committee completed a Request for Proposal which outlined the key
goals and objectives of the branding initiative. In late November 2014 the Request for Proposal was sent out to 29
marketing companies across the United States. The Chamber received five proposals, three of which were from
companies in Kentucky, one from Pennsylvania, and another from Tennessee.
After providing the community and community partners at least 30 days to review the proposal and provide feedback, the Branding Committee has voted in favor of selecting our Branding Consultant. This consultant best
matched the goals and objectives identified in the Request for Proposal was North Star out of Nashville, TN.
You May Ask Why Now?
 After various meetings with key community partners there’s a consensus that it’s time for sustainable and
effective marketing strategy.
 Based on the various conflicting messages in the marketplace it’s time to have a consistent brand and logo
across our community (Frankfort and Franklin County)
 It’s time for our community to unite and take pride in the many attributes that make us so special.
What Are the Benefits to Our Community?
 Increased tourism, which encourages outside dollars to our community, and, as a result, creates and
sustains additional jobs.
 Attracting families to our community to choose Frankfort/Franklin County as a place to raise their family.
 Recruitment and retention of talent, making our community an even better place to live for the next
generation.
 Attractiveness to new businesses, which spurs economic development.
 Fostering sense of pride and satisfaction for current residents.
The Frankfort Chamber of Commerce, and Community Partners, need your help by investing in this sustained
branding initiative to move our Community forward. You may contribute to the Community Branding Initiative
in many ways.
$10,000 Sponsorship Level
$5,000 Sponsorship
$2,500 Sponsorship
$1,000 Sponsorship Level
If you would like to donate to the Community Branding Initiative, or would like the Branding Committee to speak
with your business or organization, or for more information, please contact Carmen Inman at the Chamber office
502-223-8261/[email protected].
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Mission Statement of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is to develop strong businesses and a vibrant
economy through business advocacy and leadership, resulting in a better quality of life for all.
Think Business * Think Success * Think Chamber
Welcome New Members
AFLAC - Brian Martin
AT&T
A T & T Store
Adecco
Animal Medical Center
Ashwood Place
ASKA USA Corporation
Bennett & Bays Insurance Services
Big O Tires
Cabinet Concepts of Frankfort
Capital Pharmacy & Medical Equipment
Capital Realty
Celebrating Catering
Central Kentucky Retirement
Citizens Commerce National Bank
Color Tronics
Columbia Gas of Kentucky
Consignment Furniture - Simon
Deaton Agency
Faesy CPA Group, PSC
First Christian Church
Forward Edge Associates of Frankfort
Frankfort Animal Clinic
Frankfort Jaycees
Frankfort Realty
Frankfort YMCA - Downtown
Frankfort YMCA - West
Frankfort YMCA - Crayon Club
Franklin County Fiscal Court
Franklin County Senior Activity Center
Full Circle Studio & Gallery
Greer Properties
H.G. Mays Corporation
Home Instead Senior Care
Howard Law Group, PLLC
Individual Member Taylor Carter
Individual Members
James & Carmen Inman
Individual Member Bill Marshall
Individual Member Elwyn Rainer, II
Jazzercise Fitness Center
Jim Boyd, Attorney
Jim’s Seafood
John C. Ryan, Attorney
Johnson Newcomb, LLP
KB Construction, LLC
Kentucky Historical Society
Kentucky Logo’s LLC
L.I.F.E. House for Animals
Lovers Leap Vineyards & Winery
MainSource Bank
Mary Kay - Nancy Butler
Memorable Travels
Mystic Dragon, Inc.
Noel Clayton Heating & Cooling, LLC
O’Charley’s Restaurant
OPPT
Otis Engineering, LLC
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Payroll Solutions
Periwinkle Interiors, LLC
Poor Richards Books
Poppy’s Bakery
Premier Family Eye
Richards Insurance, Inc.
Rick’s White Light
Robert Rowland, Attorney
Salon 502
Save-A-Lot Frankfort
Shelter Insurance
Simon House
Sky Properties, LLC
The Elle Scoop Show
The Grand Theatre
The Meeting House Bed & Breakfast
Prince Amanor
Big Blue Spirits
PO Box 5688, Frankfort
502-320-8311
Liquor & Party Supply Store
Taylor Marshall
Bluegrass Real Estate Solutions
305 Wilkinson Blvd., Frankfort
502-319-2344
Real Estate Services
Isaac Castaneda
Castle Medical, LLC
160 Versailles Road, Frankfort
678-486-7340
Scott Kennedy
ESPN 680AM Louisville
105.7FM Frankfort
337 West Cardinal Blvd., Louisville
502-271-9710
Fred & Betty Fern
Fern Realty
PO Box 4127, Frankfort
502-875-2839
Dawn Rudd
RMH Franchise Holding
dba Applebee’s
1307 US 127 South, Frankfort
502-875-6117
Dean & Shiloh Ball
Waverly House Auction
140 Hahn Drive, Frankfort
859-743-2472
Sarah Carroll
Wireless Zone of Frankfort
7800 John Davis Drive #460
Frankfort
502-352-2902
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57th Annual Farm/City Banquet
Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 5:30 p.m. at the Frankfort Convention Center
Hosted By:
Sponsored By:
Business Table Sponsorship $150
Benefits: • Recognition on table signage at event • Reserved table for 8 individual guest • Shared Display Table in pre-function hall
Company Name: ___________________________________ Contact: _______________________________
Billing Method (Circle One)
____ Bill Me ____Check Enclosed ___ Credit—Call for Information
For more information call the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce at 502-223-8261 or [email protected]
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57th Annual Farm/City Banquet
Thanks to our Farm/City Banquet Sponsors
Corporate Sponsor
Entertainment Sponsor
Farm Credit Mid-America
Pioneer Farmer Award
The Bluegrass Hearing Clinic
Outstanding Young Farmer Award
Southern States
Urban Ag Award
Franklin County Cooperative Extension Services
Pioneer Business Award
Graviss McDonald’s
Pioneer Educator Award
Capital Day School
Table Sponsors
AT&T
Farm Bureau Insurance Agencies
Franklin County Cooperative Extension Services
Franklin County Health Department
Franklin County Farm Bureau
Kentucky State University - Land Grant
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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
Come out and enjoy an evening networking and connecting with your fellow Chamber members at
Nitro of Frankfort.
Please RSVP to the Chamber office at (502) 223-8261 or email [email protected].
Ribbon Cutting @ Waverly House Auction * Tuesday, April 16, 2015 * 140 Hahn Drive * 12:00pm
Farm/City Banquet * Tuesday, April 28, 2015 * Frankfort Convention Center * 5:30-9:00pm
Ribbon Cutting @ Health Tech Solutions * Thursday, April 30, 2015 * 2030 Hoover Blvd. * 11:00am
Celebration at Thorn Hill Education Center * Friday, May 8, 2015 * 700 Leslie Avenue * 12:00-1:00pm
Leadership Frankfort Class of 2015 Bowl-A-Thon Event * Saturday, May 16, 2015 * Capital Bowl * 2:00-5:00pm
The Meeting House Bed & Breakfast
519 Ann Street, Frankfort
Thursday, May 21, 2015 * 5:00-7:00pm
Work Ready Community Committee Meeting * Thursday, May 28, 2015 * Chamber office* 8:30-9:30am
Chamber Annual Golf Tournament * Friday, June 12, 2015 * Juniper Hill Golf Course * 7:30am-6:00pm
Frankfort Area Chamber Night at Lexington Legends * Tuesday, July 7, 2015 * 7:05pm (tentative)
Leadership Frankfort Graduation * Thursday, July 16, 2015 * 12:00 noon *location TBA
Leadership Frankfort 2015-2016 Class Application Available—Monday, August 3, 2015
Are you interested in learning more about the Frankfort/Franklin County community and building your leadership
skills? If so, than Leadership Frankfort is the program for you. Call the Chamber office to learn more.
Frankfort Area Chamber Member Appreciation Picnic * Saturday, September 12, 2015 * Cove Springs Park * 12:00pm
Interested in Hosting a Chamber Business after Hours
to showcase your business?
Call Suzy to schedule your Fall Event.
502-223-8261 or [email protected]
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Fax both to the Chamber office (502) 223-5942
Partnership Savings for
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
Members
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Community Events
ProActive 5K
Business Wellness Challenge
Friday, April 17, 2015 * 6:30pm
Frankfort Kiwanis Club
&
Kentucky State University
Cordially invite you to attend
3rd Annual Leadership Luncheon
“Growing The Future of Frankfort, Kentucky”
“A Community in Motion”
Thursday, May 14, 2015
11:30am-1:00pm
Kentucky State University - Student Center Ballroom
400 East Main Street, Frankfort
Please RSVP your attendance plans to the Chamber at
502-223-8261.
Your business is invited to participate in ProActive Therapy’s 2015 ProActive for Life 5K. Employees & family members can sign up and receive $4 off the registration fee by using the code
BWC15 at checkout.
Www.runsignup.com/race/KY/Frankfort/
ProActiveforLife5K
Questions??
Contact Debbie Brown, 502-320-9168
[email protected]
Paper Registration forms and Beginners &
Advanced Training Programs can be downloaded
from www.proactivetherapy.org. Discounts can
be applied with paper registration also through
April 10, 2015.
Chamber Member
Seeking Summer
Interns
If your business is interested in hosting a Summer
Intern Program for High
School or College Students,
please contact:
The Frankfort Area
Chamber office
502-223-8261 or email
[email protected]
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Community Updates from Buffalo Trace Distillery
Hello to old friends and new, we hope that the year 2015 is treating you well!
We have lots to tell you about in this update, busy and exciting times at the
Trace including:
Warehouse X
We completed construction of our experimental warehouse at the beginning of last year and rolled in the first set of
barrels this past summer, beginning the first batch of experiments. The warehouse is comprised of four independently operating chambers that will allow specific variables to be tested, in order to determine their effect on aging
barrels, along with a barrel breezeway with an open air rick that will allow a small number of barrels to age while being exposed to the natural elements. The very first experiment that just began this past summer is focusing on the
effect of natural light over the next few years. Now that we’re more than six months in, we’ve pulled some samples
and have some interesting results so far. These next couple of years will be very enlightening! If you would like more
information about Warehouse X you can find it at www.experimentalwarehouse.com.
Latest Awards
The Distillery was named “Distiller of the Year” at the International Wine and Spirits Competition, “Brand Innovator
of the Year” by Whisky Magazine at its Icons of Whisky America Awards, and our William Larue Weller Bourbon and
Sazerac Rye 18 Year Old Whiskey won second and third finest whiskies in the world, respectively, by the esteemed
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible. To see all of the awards the Distillery has won, visit http://ww.buffalotracedistillery.com
Community events
We’ve recently wrapped up some exciting dinner events at the Trace including our Legendary Craftsmen Dinner Series and our Buffalo Love dinner and our most favorite community event – the annual Easter Egg Hunt which sees
almost 1,500 happy, smiling faces looking for Easter eggs and on May 1 will be our Oaks Day Festival. We host several community events at the Distillery throughout the year. To learn more about upcoming events, check out our
2015 Events Stampede on our website at http://buffalotracedistillery.com/events.
Visitor Center
One of the most enjoyable aspects of our work at the distillery is the number of folks coming to visit us, especially
since we love showing visitors around the Trace. Last year we entertained over 100,000 guests! Unfortunately, our
visitor center started to get a little overcrowded so we are expanding upstairs! Our visitor center is housed in a
beautiful building constructed in 1881 and it has a lovely second floor still in its original condition, so we are adding
5,500 square feet of visitor center space right above the current footprint to include an additional tasting area and
meeting and event space. The expansion is expected to be complete by June 2015.
Expansion!
In response to the growing demand for fine Kentucky bourbon whiskey the distillery continues to expand. We have
been very fortunate to acquire an additional 233 acres of land adjacent to the distillery on which we will be able to
accommodate new barrel storage warehouses as needed. We are also using the land to plant corn and other grains
as we are planning to have our own “farm to table” bourbon in just a few years’ time!
Even more significantly, we have been able to buy back warehouses R, S, T and U which had been sold off and converted into office buildings during the great industry crash in the 1970s and 80s. We have converted them back into
barrel warehouses and are already filling them with barrels!! In total, the distillery now covers 376 acres and has 125
buildings, spanning four centuries of construction – 1700s, 1800s, 1900s and 2000s. Also, rest assured, we are making
lots more whiskey as we try to catch up to the demand but aging cannot be rushed, so thank you for your patience
during this period of shortages on our brands.
Coffee Table Book
For the past few years, we have been working with the very talented photographer David Toczko of Lone Dakota
Photography on a coffee table book featuring more than 200 color photos of Buffalo Trace Distillery. This beautiful
book is now on sale in our Visitor Center as well as online at http://buffalotracegiftshop.com/. David did a spectacular job of capturing the distillery in all its glory and we are very appreciative of the work and effort that he put forth
on the project.
To learn more about Buffalo Trace Distillery visit: http://buffalotracedistillery.com/
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SPRING HAS SPRUNG!
If you’ve been thinking about an indoor or outdoor project, give us a call.
(502) 352-4646
kbconstructionky.com
Residential & Commercial Construction & Remodeling
Additions, Deck, Fencing, Flooring, Kitchen & Bath Remodels
(502) 352-4646
kyawning.com
Residential & Commercial Shading Solutions
Retractable, Stationary & Aluminum Awnings, Drop Screens, Patio Rooms, Screen Rooms & Pergolas
From the Desk of Bill Leroy, owner
Irish Sea Celtic Shop
The time has come to retire (for the third time),
and I will be closing the Shop at the end of the day
on Saturday, April 25th, 2015.
All display fixtures are for sale, and no reasonable
offer refused.
All remaining inventory is marked at half-price.
A special thanks for your support during the past
ten and a half years,
Bill Leroy
Irish Sea Celtic Shop, LLC
117 Bridge Street,
in South Frankfort at the Singing Bridge
Frankfort KY 40601
(502) 223-9946
The Frankfort Area Foundation
Announces 2015 FAF Season
The mission of the Frankfort Arts Foundation is to promote cultural enrichment through artistic and education
endeavors by presenting the performing, visual, literary
and culinary arts.
For more information about the Frankfort Area Foundation series call 502-330-2773 or email [email protected]
April 6
Afrophysicists
May 8
Jennifer Fair
soprano
April 18
Sparky & Rhonda
“Following the North
Star”
May 15
No Tools Loaned
April 12
KSU Gospel Ensemble
Extravaganza
May 19
Frankfort’s Finest
Flavors
May 5
Mark Tollefsen, piano
and Alex Rosenfeld
French horn
May 30
Memorial Day
Concert
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Community Events
3rd Annual Celebrity
Waiters Dinner
Benefitting the Franklin County
Humane Society
Saturday, April 18, 2015
Capital Plaza Hotel
405 Wilkinson Blvd., Frankfort
6:00pm - 10:00pm
For more information contact Sam Marcus
fchsdinnergmail.com
For more information on upcoming shows visit
The Grand Theatre at www.grandtheatrefrankfort.org
Upcoming Classes at
American Red Cross
2015 Summer Classic Film Series
The Grand Theatre
*All shows begin at 7:30pm
Birdman, June 5
Big Hero 6, June 19
Selma, July 3
Into the Woods, July 17
The Theory of Everything, July 31
The Grand Budapest Hotel, August 17
Wild Tales - Argentina, August 28
Tuesday, April 7, 9 – 10:30am – Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
blended learning simulation class (must have completed the
online, self-study portion prior to attending).
Wednesday, April 8, 9am – 4pm (day 1) – Babysitter’s Training
with Pediatric First Aid/CPR training at Red Cross at 318 Washington St. For 11 – 15 year-olds. $140/person. Must preregister and prepay by Friday, April 3rd.
Thursday, April 9, 9am – 4pm (day 2) - Babysitter’s Training
with Pediatric First Aid/CPR training at Red Cross at 318 Washington St. For 11 – 15 year-olds. $140/person. Must preregis-
ter and prepay by Friday, April 3rd.
Monday, April 13, 6 -7:30pm – New Volunteer Orientation for
prospective volunteers at Red Cross.
Register to https://redcross.org/takeaclass or 800-733-2767.
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Community Events
CASA Derby Eve Gala
Friday, May 1, 2015
Capital Plaza Hotel
405 Wilkinson Blvd., Frankfort
Don't miss the biggest Derby Party outside of the Derby
city! All profits from the event support the mission of
the CASA of the Bluegrass - to advocate for the children
in the Family Court system for Anderson, Boyle, Franklin,
and Mercer counties.
For more information or to purchase tickets contact:
Rene' F. True
327 Morehead Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601
859-312-6398 * [email protected]
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
KENTUCKY CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The economic development authority of Frankfort and Franklin County, Kentucky, is
seeking an enthusiastic and self motivated Executive Director to lead economic development initiatives in the Capital City of Kentucky and its surrounding county.
APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD HAVE:
 A Baccalaureate degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Urban Planning, a related field or relevant work
experience.
 Graduation from a basic economic development course accredited by the American Economic Development
Council or compliance after acceptance of position.
 An established record of leading business and industrial growth through recruitment, expansion, retention a
And local business development.
 Expertise in federal, state and local incentive programs.
 Excellent writing and speaking skills. Capable in working with QuickBooks and MS Office programs.
 Should exhibit the ability to work collaboratively and possess leadership, organizational and planning skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Executive Director will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of a plan that
includes recruitment and retention of industry and small businesses; expansion of the business base and entrepreneurial opportunities as presented by existing businesses and government agencies; and an analysis of the
business environment to strengthen recruitment potential and capacity for success.
The Executive Director will provide leadership through: developing a coordinated marketing plan for the
community; facilitating collaboration with agencies in all aspects of economic development; and establishing a
clearinghouse for relevant information and community specific data.
The Executive Director will administer functions of a small office with accountability for budget preparation,
finance management, grant management and reporting to the board of directors.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary is negotiable based on experience and is commensurate with a community of this size. Benefits include
health insurance, retirement, life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave.
TO APPLY:
By April 18, 2015, submit a cover letter with résumé to Executive Director Search Committee, Kentucky Capital
Development Corporation, PO Box 5524, Frankfort, KY 40602-5524, or by email to [email protected]. All
applications will be afforded the strictest confidence. KCDC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Civitan Club Vidalia Onion Fundraiser
Marriage Retreat - New Harvest Assembly of God, 3864
US Hwy 127 South, Frankfort, 502-607-0306
Date: April 10 - 11, 2015, Time: Friday at 6:30PM/
Saturday at 8:30AM. Cost is $30/couple
Features: Friday Evening Meal, Saturday Breakfast,
Myers/Briggs & Birkman Marriage Tune-up, Soul-
Conversations, Games and Surprises
The Frankfort Civitan Club is selling 10lb. Bags
of Vidalia onions for $10 (approx. 20 onions to
a bag), with orders taken until April 24. Payment is due at the time of the order. Delivery
will be in mid-May from the first crop of onions from Vidalia, GA. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support Special
Olympics Kentucky and other local community projects.
Don’t like onions? Please consider purchasing a bag, which will be donated to a
local food pantry or shelter. Call Renee’
Moss at 502-545-0435 for information.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Seasonal Employment
The Frankfort Plant is now accepting applications for Seasonal Employment. We will be accepting applications for the following seasonal positions:
Grounds Maintenance – assist with mowing Frankfort Plant Board grounds and other maintenance
duties as needed.
Engineering Department – assist with all field duties including, scanning documents, locating meters for GPS mapping
and other duties as needed.
Cable Department – assist with administrative duties and other duties as needed.
Must be enrolled for the Fall semester at a university, college or technical school that is accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to be eligible for Seasonal Employment; no previous work experience requirements.
We offer $8.00 hourly. All applicants must be able to successfully complete drug screening, background investigation and
possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must be available to work Monday thru Friday, 7:00 -4:00 depending on
the need.
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MAY APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.FPB.CC
APPLICANTS NEEDING ASSISTANCE WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION MAY APPLY IN PERSON
AT THE OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING
1121 Louisville Rd, Pine Hill Plaza, Suite 6, Frankfort, KY
Applicants may apply thru Friday, April 10, 2015
FPB is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
SBA Launches 2015 Emerging Leaders Initiative
The U.S. Small Business Administration has launched its 2015 Emerging Leaders executive-level training series in 48 cities and communities across the country.
The initiative has trained more than 2,400 promising small business owners in underserved communities, and its
impact continues to expand in helping small businesses to grow and create jobs throughout the country. There
are 22 new cities joining the initiative for the first time, including Birmingham, Charlotte, Salt Lake City, Puerto Rico
and Providence.
“The Emerging Leaders Program is a resource that can open lucrative doors for America’s small businesses,” said
SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet. “The addition of over 20 new cities in 2015 will help serve even more
entrepreneurs. Graduates of the initiative have measurably increased their revenue, and helped create jobs and
drive economic growth in their local communities.”
The Emerging Leaders Program has been a catalyst for expanding opportunities for underserved communities. Emerging Leader graduates have secured more than $1 billion in government contracts and accessed $73
million in new financing. Graduates also reported having created nearly 2,000 new full-time jobs since the program’s inception. Sixty-two percent of surveyed participants reported an increase in revenue while 70 percent of
those surveyed reported maintaining or creating new jobs in their communities. The initiative graduated nearly
400 small business owners in 2014, representing the largest graduating class since it began in 2008.
The seven month executive intensive entrepreneurship education series includes approximately 100 hours of
classroom time per participant and provides the opportunity for small business owners to work with experienced
mentors, attend workshops and develop connections with their peers, city leaders and financial communities.
Local recruitment for the 2015 training cycle is underway at selected SBA district offices, and classes are scheduled to begin in April. Information on how interested small business owners can apply and eligibility criteria can be
found at www.sba.gov/emergingleaders.
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VenCap Kentucky Established by KY Cabinet for Economic Development
It’s becoming easier for investors to support Kentucky’s small businesses.
Governor Steve Beshear announced a new program designed to encourage
small business and economic growth in the Commonwealth. VenCap
Kentucky provides venture capital funding to Kentucky companies with a mature proof of concept that have a lead investor but need additional support.
The program uses U.S. Treasury funds to match the private investment, up to
$500,000, which is likely to make the company more appealing to other potential investors.
A statewide program, VenCap Kentucky was established by the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and is
administered through the University of Louisville Foundation. Applicants must be recommended by one of the approved sourcing partners, which include the Kentucky Innovation Network, Nucleus and MetaCyte.
“Private investment is a critical component of Kentucky’s strong small business ecosystem,” said Gov. Beshear.
“VenCap Kentucky gives incentive for investors to support entrepreneurs and small businesses across the Commonwealth and to invest in Kentucky’s future. I look forward to seeing more small businesses and more jobs as a result of
this program.”
In general, startup, early-stage and mid-stage businesses with high growth potential that are not yet ready for bank
loans are best suited for the program. To be eligible, a small business must be based in the Commonwealth, have fewer
than 500 employees and already have identified a lead investor. At least half of the company’s employees also must be
Kentucky residents.
“The UofL Foundation is pleased to be a partner in this innovative new program” said UofL President James Ramsey.
“We can help Kentucky businessmen and women cut through the red tape as they pursue the funding they need to
grow their companies and Kentucky’s economy.”
VenCap Kentucky is one in a series of programs designed to help small businesses obtain financial support. The following is a list of additional programs:
Kentucky Angel Tax Credit: Allows individual angel investors to receive tax credits. Angel investors can receive a tax
credit of up to 50 percent of their investment in counties with high unemployment rates, or enhanced counties, and 40
percent in all other counties.
Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit Program (KSBTC): Small businesses can be eligible for tax breaks for hiring one employee and purchasing new technology or equipment.
Kentucky Small Business Credit Initiative (KSBCI): Enables lenders to finance creditworthy small businesses that fall just
short of the normal underwriting standards. U.S. Treasury funds are used to reduce the risk participating lenders assume when making loans.
Kentucky’s Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Matching Funds program (SBIRSTTR):This program matches federal funds awarded to help high-tech startups develop business concepts, research
their ideas and ultimately, create products and jobs.
Kentucky Angel Investors Network: Last year, Gov. Beshear created the Kentucky Angel Investors Network, which
brings entrepreneurs and accredited investors together via monthly online meetings.
For more information on VenCap Kentucky, visit www.VenCapKentucky.com. Information on Kentucky’s economic development efforts and programs is available at www.ThinkKentucky.com. Fans of the Cabinet for Economic Development can also join the discussion on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ThinkKentucky or follow on Twitter
atwww.Twitter.com/ThinkKentucky. Watch the Cabinet’s “This is My Kentucky” video on YouTube.
The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development is the primary state agency in Kentucky responsible for creating new
jobs and new investment in the state. New business investment in Kentucky in 2012 totaled nearly $2.7 billion with the
creation of more than 14,000 new jobs. Information on available development sites, workforce training, incentive programs, community profiles, small business development and other resources is available at www.ThinkKentucky.com.
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