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Northern Kentucky SpotlightGet to know the 2025 NKY Economic Development Award honoree; Transitions to host Walk the Road to Recovery eventWe're highlighting another Annual Dinner honoree on the NKY Spotlight Podcast! Today, Lee Crume of Be NKY Growth Partnership highlights the 2025 Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III Northern Kentucky Economic Development Award. Jim Beiting of Transitions Drug Rehabilitation & Immediate Care, Residential Treatment also shares details on the Walk the Road to Recovery event happening on Sept. 4. The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2025-08-2518 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightGet the scoop on the NKY Housing Blueprint & NKU's Mid-Summer SymposiumHear how local organizations are preparing for NKY's future on today's NKY Spotlight Podcast! NKY Chamber President and CEO Brent Cooper discusses the Northern Kentucky Housing Blueprint and we hear about NKU Center for Economic Analysis and Development's Mid-Summer Symposium from Senior Director Janet Harrah and Karen Finan of OneNKY Alliance.The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2025-07-0727 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Chamber launches Chamber Center CoWorks; DCCH Center for Children and Families has a new mascotTune into today's NKY Spotlight Podcast!🎙 NKY Chamber Senior Vice President & COO Gene Kirchner discusses Chamber Center CoWorks and Drew Bamberger of DCCH Center for Children and Families highlights their mascot Buddy the Bulldog.The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2025-06-1627 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightEmerge highlights IT trends; Get registered for NKY UnitedToday on the NKY Spotlight Podcast, Richard Brown, CEO of Emerge, about trends in IT and what the future holds for the profession. We also hear from Tami Wilson about NKY United and how you can engage with state leaders.The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2025-06-0226 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightGet to Know The Business Hospital; Dive into Home for All: NKY Housing Strategies ReportOn today's NKY Spotlight Podcast we chat with Dr. J.C. Baker about Dr. Baker & Associates - The Business Hospital. We're also joined by Tara Johnson- Noem of the Northern Kentucky Area Development District and Seth Cutter of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport who talk about the Home for All: Northern Kentucky Housing Strategies Report. The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2025-02-1734 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightTami Wilson highlights NKY Chamber's Advocacy effortsThe NKY Spotlight Podcast is back! Tune in to hear from our Vice President of Government Relations & Business Advocacy Tami Wilson. She highlights the 2025 Kentucky legislative session, upcoming advocacy events and more.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting and sponsored by Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2025-01-1325 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightGet to know Fiesta NKY & C. Ed Massey & AssociatesOn today's NKY Spotlight Podcast, we're joined by Theresa Cruz of Fiesta NKY who shares how they're serving the Hispanic and Latino community in NKY. We are also joined by Ed Massey of C Ed Massey & Associates, who highlights their rebrand.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-10-1432 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightHear from First Tee of Greater Cincinnati & NKY and 1N5.orgHear what other NKY Chamber members are up to on this week's NKY Spotlight Podcast! We're joined by Patty Lusheck Ragio of First Tee-Greater Cincinnati & No. Kentucky and Nancy Eigel-Miller of 1N5.org.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-09-2326 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightMeet the 2024 NKY Economic Development Award honoree; Spotlight on True SheaWe're gearing up for Annual Dinner on September 12! Lee Crume of Be NKY Growth Partnership joins us on today's NKY Spotlight Podcast to highlight the 2024 Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III Northern Kentucky Economic Development Award honoree. We are also joined by Manny Addo, owner of True Shea.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-08-2630 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightChildren's Law Center celebrates 35 years, Ann Marie Whelan highlights NKY Chamber Leadership ProgramsCheck out today's NKY Spotlight Podcast! We are joined by Sydney Pepper of Children's Law Center, Inc. and Ann Marie Whelan, Director of NKY Chamber Leadership Programs.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann.
2024-08-0525 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightUK College of Medicine highlights NKY Campus; Tami Wilson talks NKY Chamber AdvocacyGet ready for today's NKY Spotlight Podcast! Today we're joined by Holly Danneman & Abbigail Tissot of the UK College of Medicine’s Northern Kentucky Campus and Tami Wilson, the NKY Chamber’s VP of Public Affairs.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-07-2937 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightHow CHNK Behavioral Health & Adopt A Class Are Impacting NKY's YouthOur NKY Chamber members are making an impact on youth across our region! Learn how on this week's NKY Spotlight Podcast, when we hear from Rick Wurth of CHNK Behavioral Health and Megan Marshall of Adopt A Class.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-05-1342 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightCincinnati Business Courier, Emergency Shelter of NKY & Gateway highlight eventsOur NKY Chamber members have great events on the horizon! Get the scoop on today's NKY Spotlight Podcast from Jamie Smith of Cincinnati Business Courier and Lee Crume of Be NKY Growth Partnership; Kim Webb of Emergency Shelter of NKY; and Antoine Smith-Rouse of Gateway Community & Technical College.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-03-1845 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightLearn about NKY Chamber DEI events, PEOPLEfirst highlights strategic cultureOn this week's NKY Spotlight Podcast, we're talking about talent retention strategies. Tune in to hear from Ashleigh DuBois of the NKY Chamber and Alexandra Bowden of PEOPLEfirst Talent & Retention Consulting.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-02-1231 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightUnited Way's work in NKY; MP HR on the changing workplace landscapeTune into this week's NKY Spotlight Podcast! We hear from Moira Weir and Chuck Session of United Way of Greater Cincinnati and Rob Kuhnhein of MP HR & Payroll Solutions.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-01-2930 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Chamber Women's Initiative; Thrive Empowerment; & HR ElementsJoin the NKY Spotlight Podcast to hear from Holly Nibert of the NKY Chamber Women's Initiative; Lauren Bailey and Lindsey Falcon of Thrive Empowerment; and Jamie Bierman and Jessica Starr of HR Elements.
The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.
2024-01-2241 min
Inside LINKHaley Parnell speaks about drug addiction in NKYInside LINK by LINK nky is a deep dive into Northern Kentucky issues that impact our communities. This podcast will address important topics that require a closer look. You can experience this story in two ways; read or listen. Subscribe to our LINK Reader for just $25 a year. Click here to sign up.Covering the news for NKY takes a lot of work. Help support our mission here.
2023-12-1908 minInside LINKRevising the Historical Societies of NKYInside LINK by LINK nky is a deep dive into Northern Kentucky issues that impact our communities. This podcast will address important topics that require a closer look. You can experience this story in two ways; read or listen. Subscribe to our LINK Reader for just $25 a year. Click here to sign up.Covering the news for NKY takes a lot of work. Help support our mission here.
2023-12-1111 minInside LINKHomelessness in NKY: Region grapples with how to care for those who are unhousedThis week, Kenton County reporter Nathan Granger talks with Managing Editor Meghan Goth about his reporting on his story about homelessness in Northern Kentucky and one shelter that dominated the conversation in recent months. Inside LINK by LINK nky is a deep dive into Northern Kentucky issues that impact our communities. This podcast will address important topics that require a closer look. You can experience this story in two ways; read or listen. Subscribe to our LINK Reader for just $25 a year. Click here to sign up.Covering t...
2023-12-0410 min
Mind Your Business, NKY!Chaos at OpenAI, and what's the state of housing in NKY? Plus, Dave Knox of Blue NorthThis week on Mind Your Business, NKY! LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling and business reporter Kenton Hornbeck discuss the wild weekend at OpenAI. This story might not be taking place in NKY, but AI is everywhere, man. Also, they take a look at the state of housing in NKY and talk about some new high-density developments around the region. Then, Kenton talks to Nancy Aichholz of That's So Sweet! about moving from Aviatra Accelerators back into baking, and some huge deals she's closed this year. (Official cookie of the Bengals, anyone?) Mind Your Business, NKY! is...
2023-11-1542 minMind Your Business, NKY!Talking about the business of LINK nky with CEO Lacy StarlingThis week on Mind Your Business, NKY! LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling and business reporter Kenton Hornbeck discuss the One NKY Summit, a potential Corridor of Commerce in the region, and a new brand identity for NKY. Then, Kenton and Lacy keep the party going to discuss the business side of LINK nky. As we pass our second birthday, how much does it cost to run LINK, and where does that money come from? You might be surprised at how much of our support needs to come from the community....Mind Y...
2023-11-0140 minInside LINKLocal markets a key ingredient in NKY’s food landscapeEnjoy additional interviews and hear directly from reporter Kenton Hornbeck about the reporting of this story on our Sunday Story Podcast. Don't miss our new episodes each week. Be sure to subscribe to The Sunday Story Podcast by LINK nky wherever you get your podcasts.Inside LINK by LINK nky is a deep dive into Northern Kentucky issues that impact our communities. This podcast will address important topics that require a closer look. You can experience this story in two ways; read or listen. Subscribe to our LINK Reader...
2023-10-1513 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightLearn about Mannequin Boutique's NKY Shop, How Verst Logistics is finding talentTune into this week's episode of the NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG! We are joined by Marjorie Longeway of Mannequin Boutique, who highlights their new location in Northern Kentucky and how they support local charities.
On NKY @ Work, Nancy Spivey is joined by Tami Connley of Verst Group Logistics. They chat about how the organization is finding new ways to recruit new talent and retain their existing employees.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting and HORAN.
2023-09-1127 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightCatch up with Master Provisions, BE NKY highlights 2023 Annual Dinner honoreeWe have two great guests on next week’s NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG! Master Provisions’ President Shane Armstrong joins us to highlight their ongoing mission and what the future holds for the organization.
We are also joined by Lee Crume of BE NKY Growth Partnerships, who highlights the William T. (Bill) Robinson III Northern Kentucky Economic Development Award, which will be awarded at Annual Dinner, presented by Fifth Third Bank, on Sept. 14.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, and HORAN.
2023-08-2824 minInside LINKNKY school districts discuss state of student homelessnessThis week on The Sunday Story Podcast, LINK nky reporter Haley Parnell looks closely at the 'invisible population' of students who are experiencing homelessness in the Northern Kentucky region. As a young adult, David Childs experienced homelessness. It wasn't because of addiction or mental illness—he even grew up in what he called a stable home, so he encourages those working with children in similar situations to not just assume what homelessness looks like."The world knows ‘homeless’ as a guy on the corner, begging for money," Newport Service...
2023-08-1307 minInside LINKTrading up: NKY employers find solutions during worker shortageThis story originally appeared in the July 21 edition of the Weekly LINK Reader. To get these stories first, subscribe here. This podcast is a companion piece for the original written story. Read the full story here.“I love working outside,” Cranston Jones said. “The weather don’t bother me. We have rain now, but you can always dress for the cold.”He rises before the sun, at 4 a.m each workday, to arrive at Rumpke for his shift at 6, “grabbing recycling bins and taking care of the neigh...
2023-07-3006 min
LINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 18, 2023It’s Tuesday, July 18, 2023. I’m Noah Jones and you’re listening to the Daily Headlines Podcast with Link NKY. ...The Two Villa Hills Teenagers who were killed in a Lake Cumberland boating incident Friday, July 14, were identified as brothers, Chase and Cole Fischer, sons of Fischer Homes Chairman Greg Fischer.“The Fischer Homes family is mourning the tragic and profound loss of Chase and Cole Fischer. Our deepest condolences are with their parents, Greg and Amy Fischer, their sister, and their grandparents, Henry and Elaine Fischer,” read a statement from Fischer Homes…“Please keep the...
2023-07-1802 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 17, 2023IT'S MONDAY JULY 17, 2023. I'M NOAH JONES AND YOU’RE LISTENING TO THE DAILY HEADLINES PODCAST WITH LINK NKY. …JACOB BUMPASS IS SET TO STAND TRIAL AT 9 A.M. TODAY FOR HIS ALLEGED ABUSE OF A CORPSE AND TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE 13 YEARS AFTER THE DISAPPEARANCE OF PAIGE JOHNSON.ACCORDING TO REPORTS, JOHNSON’S REMAINS WERE DISCOVERED IN 2020 ALONG STATE ROUTE 276 IN CLERMONT COUNTY. JOHNSON WAS LAST SEEN AT A PARTY IN COVINGTON IN 2010.HER REMAINS HAVE BEEN KEPT IN EVIDENCE SINCE THEY WERE RECOVERED.BUMPASS HAS PLEAD NOT GUILTY TO HIS TWO...
2023-07-1703 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightLouisville Orchestra comes to NKY; How Supreme Court decisions could impact employersThis week on the NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG, we are joined by Nancy Brunson of Louisville Orchestra. She highlights their In Harmony tour performance on July 11 at MegaCorp Pavilion.
On NKY Work, Rob Hudson of Frost Brown Todd shares how the Supreme Court’s recent decisions on Affirmative Action and Religious Accommodations will impact employers.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, and HORAN.
2023-07-1036 minMind Your Business, NKY!Diving into NKY Real Estate with Susan Huff, Huff RealtyThis week on Mind Your Business, NKY!, LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling and business reporter Kenton Hornbeck discuss the first time Homearama has been held in Northern Kentucky and the idea of luxury homes in an urban space like Newport.Then, Lacy sits down with Susan Huff, Senior Vice President of Huff Realty, to discuss real estate and the economy in NKY. Susan talks about interest rates, the highly competitive market, (which often yields multiple offers) and the sheer number of desirable communities in the Northern Kentucky area. She also explains the ebb and flow...
2023-06-2839 minInside LINKMeet the new crop of creative NKY farmersThis week on the Sunday Story, LINK nky reporter Haley Parnell explores creative farming, like The Lavender Field, in Northern Kentucky.Inside LINK by LINK nky is a deep dive into Northern Kentucky issues that impact our communities. This podcast will address important topics that require a closer look. You can experience this story in two ways; read or listen. Subscribe to our LINK Reader for just $25 a year. Click here to sign up.Covering the news for NKY takes a lot of work. Help support our mission...
2023-06-2510 minMind Your Business, NKY!Leveraging the story of NKY and Cincinnati with Julie Kirkpatrick, meetNKYThis week on Mind Your Business, NKY!, LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling and business reporter Kenton Hornbeck discuss Kenton's *beard* and his experience at Bonnaroo, new developments in the bourbon industry via Wenzel Whiskey and plans to revive a corner of Madison Avenue.Then, Lacy sits down with Julie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of meetNKY on bourbon development and an exciting 'red hot summer' in NKY. From landmark concerts to the Cincinnati Reds and world class attractions like the Ark Encounter and the Newport Aquarium, Julie talks about all the reasons visitors are coming to NKY.
2023-06-2140 minMind Your Business, NKY!Diversifying the 'room' in NKY with Ashley DuBois, NKY ChamberThis week on Mind Your Business, NKY!, LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling took a vacation so COO Mark Collier is stepping in to chat with business reporter Kenton Hornbeck to talk about trade schools in NKY and the passion of area leaders for facilities highlighting alternative education, like the Campbell County Area Technology Center. Mark and Kenton also discuss Cincinnati Chili and the Mellow Mushroom's Coney Pizza. Are they willing to try it - hot dog pieces and all? Tune in to find out.Then, Lacy sits down with A...
2023-06-0743 minInside LINKFewer NKY teens are working. What does that mean for our labor force?As the labor force participation rate among teenagers declines, it begs the questions: Is this a bad thing, or is it just a natural shift in economic priorities? What does the declining number of adolescent workers say about the state of Northern Kentucky’s workforce?Inside LINK by LINK nky is a deep dive into Northern Kentucky issues that impact our communities. This podcast will address important topics that require a closer look. You can experience this story in two ways; read or listen. Subscribe to...
2023-06-0412 min
The Frankfort LINKThe Frankfort LINK: NKY Pride holds town hall over Senate Bill 150In late June, the part of a bill that bans gender-affirming care for children will go into effect in Kentucky.On Wednesday, the NKY Pride center held a town hall in Covington in opposition of the recently passed senate bill 150.Bonnie Meyer co-chairs and helped open NKY Pride on Pike Street in 2021 after serving as the founding director of the northern Kentucky university’s office of LGBTQ programs and services.She said it’s important for the community in NKY to have the conversation about the bill because northern Kentucky supports those in the...
2023-05-3108 minInside LINKThe challenge of growth: Rural NKY grapples with changeAs Northern Kentucky’s population increases and expands south into more rural areas, tension has developed between those moving into that open space and those who would prefer it to stay just that – open. Residents of Kenton County face a similar situation.“The suburban and urban areas are continually growing, and in Kenton County, the way to grow is by moving further south,” said Andy Videkovich, planning manager at Planning at Planning and Development Services of Kenton County. The trend is happening regionwide. Campbell County saw a 3% increase in population between 2010 and 2020, according to economi...
2023-05-2115 minMind Your Business, NKY!Improving the CommonWEALTH of Kentucky with Brent Cooper, NKY Chamber of CommerceThis week, LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling and Business Reporter Kenton Hornbeck talk about the entrepreneurial ecosystem of NKY and how organizations like Blue North and Main Street Ventures are helping entrepreneurs thrive. Kenton discusses the differences between Leap funding and Launch funding, the diverse business landscape of NKY, and new businesses like Cooler Keg...which Kenton then pitches to Lacy as a party idea for the LINK nky office.Then, Kenton chats with Brent Cooper*, President & CEO of Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and founder of C-Forward, about t...
2023-04-1936 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightMeet the new Be NKY Growth Partnership, catch up with St. Elizabeth HealthcareTune into today's NKY Spotlight podcast, presented by CVG! Lee Crume of Be NKY Growth Partnership shares the process behind their recent rebrand and what the future holds for BE NKY. On NKY @ Work, Lisa Blank of St. Elizabeth Healthcare highlights how they are helping students work toward a future in healthcare.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting and HORAN.
2023-04-0325 minMind Your Business, NKY!Creating relationships with local communities with Jeanne Schroer of The Catalytic Fund of NKY This week on our new podcast, Mind Your Business, NKY!, LINK nky COO Mark Collier steps in for Lacy Starling and talks new businesses with Business Reporter Kenton Hornbeck. Learn more about which popular restaurant is opening a second location in Fort Thomas and our own local business bracket for March Madness called "NKY Hoops & Hops". Then, LINK nky Business Reporter Kenton Hornbeck sits down with Jeanne Schroer, President and CEO of The Catalytic Fund of Northern Kentucky to discuss the not-for-profit real estate company's mission to tackle blighted properties and t...
2023-03-1635 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightUpcoming Aviatra Accelerators events, Women's Fund hosts Appointed 101 in NKYTune in for another great episode of the NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG. Today Jill Morenz, President & CEO of Aviatra Accelerators, shares how they’re helping women entrepreneurs soar. On NKY Work, Alicia Miller and Rajani Menon of Women's Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation talk about the Appointed 101 event happening on March 17 at the NKY Chamber.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting and HORAN.
2023-03-1322 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightMeet Cruise Planners by Jenny and Rob, Dr. Eddie Howard highlights NKU & NKY Chamber partnershipTune into today's NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG! We are joined by Jenny Schneider of Cruise Planners by Jenny and Rob, who shares how they create the perfect vacation. On NKY @ Work, Ashleigh DuBois is joined by Dr. Eddie Howard, VP of Student Affairs at Northern Kentucky University, who highlights our new DEI Training & Certification partnership.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting and HORAN.
2023-02-2729 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightHear from NKY Chamber Board Chair John Hawkins, Learn about GROW NKY's Talent Strategies Symposium with AGNT's Justin TuckerTune in to today's NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG! NKY Chamber Board Chair and MPI Consulting - Management Performance Inc President and CEO John Hawkins shares how the NKY Chamber is supporting strong businesses, a vibrant economy, and an inclusive region for all. On NKY @ Work, AGNT Founding Partner, Justin Tucker highlights his upcoming presentation "Misfits to Masters: Building Empowered Design Teams," which is a part of the 5th Annual GROW NKY Talent Strategies Symposium happening on March 8.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting and HORAN.
2023-02-2029 minNorthern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Spotlight Podcast: Learn from Tonya Bolton Photography & Payroll PartnersIt’s 2023 – and that means the NKY Spotlight Podcast, presented by CVG, is back to kick off the new year!
Tonya Bolton, namesake and owner of Tonya Bolton Photography, stops by the podcast to discuss how she got started and the key to securing a good headshot. On NKY @ Work, we are joined by David Noe of Payroll Partners Inc., who highlights how they can help make companies more efficient.
Thank you to our sponsors, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting and HORAN.
2023-01-0926 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: December 5, 2022On today’s episode: How NKY is fighting to attract talent and keep it here; Homearama coming to NKY for the first time in 2023; unexpected tempest blows death knell to Lil’s Bagels in Covington; and former home of Bengals player on market for $1.8M. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts
2022-12-0509 min
The Kentucky Side from LINK nkyThe Kentucky Side with Michael Monks: Previewing NKY's Election DayCorrection: In an earlier version of this podcast, I misidentified the Democrat running in House District 68. The candidate is Kelly Jones, but I said that it was Rene Heinrich.Heinrich is the Democratic candidate in the 24th Senate District against Republican Shelley Funke Frommeyer.Kelly Jones is the Democrat running in House District 68 against Republican Mike Clines.This is the second time that I have made this mistake involving Kelly Jones after previously publishing a candidates list in our bi-monthly print edition, The LINK Reader. In that instance as well, I...
2022-11-0245 minThe Kentucky Side from LINK nkyThe Kentucky Side with Michael Monks: Previewing NKY's Election DayCorrection: In an earlier version of this podcast, I misidentified the Democrat running in House District 68. The candidate is Kelly Jones, but I said that it was Rene Heinrich.Heinrich is the Democratic candidate in the 24th Senate District against Republican Shelley Funke Frommeyer.Kelly Jones is the Democrat running in House District 68 against Republican Mike Clines.This is the second time that I have made this mistake involving Kelly Jones after previously publishing a candidates list in our bi-monthly print edition, The LINK Reader. In that instance as well, I...
2022-11-0245 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 29, 2022On today’s episode: NKY law enforcement backs Rand Paul, who says he is against ‘defunding the police’; second person charged in killing of Covington man; five NKY school districts make list of top 25 in Cincinnati area; and Young Women LEAD returns to NKU. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-2908 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 20, 2022On today’s episode: Boone County plans ‘CVG trail’; former Kenton Co. coroner convicted on federal drug charges; Republican candidates speak at Wilder city council meeting; and Three Spirits Tavern in Bellevue to host NKY Cocktail Classic event. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-2008 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Company Offers Bionex Straws a Sustainable Solution to Plastic PollutionWe've all heard about the effects of plastic straws on our environment, but did you know there's an NKY company whose product is a sustainable solution to the problem? Listen in as Diana Giebler of Max-Hamilton Group talks about its biodegradable breakthrough Bionex in on today's NKY Spotlight Podcast.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, HORAN and Heartland Bank.
2022-09-1915 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 19, 2022On today’s episode: three NKY schools named 2022 Blue Ribbon winners; broadband internet provider focused on rural communities coming to Walton; Painter remains GOP nominee as Ky. Supreme Court won’t hear Campbell Co. Commissioner election case; and child, 11, drowns in Villa Hills pool. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-1909 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 15, 2022On today’s episode: NKY cycling community advocates for action on bike lanes, cyclist safety; blood test at St. Elizabeth can screen over 50 types of cancer; Boone County’s Bullock Lane approved for new industrial site; meet therapeutic horses at this Kenton County farm. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-1507 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 13, 2022On today’s episode: Deters brings prominent Republican speakers to NKY for Freedom Fest; Covington Board of Education lowers property tax rate; Villa Madonna students honor 9/11 victims; and NKY philanthropist Eva G. Farris dies at 103. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-1309 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 7, 2022On today’s episode: new NKY Realtor group focuses on veteran homeownership; Bellevue asks for DARE revival; The secret to living to 107: Tomatoes and UK basketball; and new distillery hopes to create ‘bourbon-centric ecosystem’ in Augusta. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-0709 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 6, 2022On today’s episode: human remains found in Elsmere; Deters bringing ‘political Woodstock’ to NKY with Trump brothers; music and literary event to raise funds for Eastern Kentucky recovery; and Renegade Grille coming to The Party Source. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-0608 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: September 1, 2022On today’s episode, NKY residents collect over 15,000 lbs. of goods for flood victims; Kentucky students will not have to pay taxes on loan forgiveness; Western Kentucky SAFE fund gets additional money for tornado damage; and Campbell County Public Library opens early childhood learning exhibit. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-09-0109 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 31, 2022On today’s episode Boone County Schools sending buses to aid EKY; Beshear endorses Lehman in race against Massie; NKY entrepreneur hopes to improve people’s quality of life with a Better Blend; and here’s what to know if you’re going to watch the WEBN fireworks in Covington. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-3108 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 30, 2022On today’s episode, Newport to update fireworks laws to encourage residents to ‘respect each other’; Why did NKY legislator cast the only ‘no’ vote on flood relief aid?; Independence to lower tax rates for second straight year; and suspicious package detonated near Covington church. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-3007 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 25, 2022On today’s episode Is ‘fragmented’ NKY keeping region from improving pedestrian, bike friendly infrastructure? Thomas More University names first head Esports coach; State to spend $212 million in support of eastern Kentucky following devastating flooding; and Purple People Bridge gets fresh coat in honor of 150th birthday. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-2508 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 22, 2022On today’s episode, Covington woman killed in hit-and-run on bridge; McConnell talks Brent Spence, FBI criticism at NKY Chamber forum; Leadership event for professional women of color coming to Covington; And new three-month program designed to retain talent in NKY.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-2208 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 18, 2022On today’s episode, after legal challenge, State Board of Elections certifies winner of local state senate primary; Boone fiscal court approves new oversight on library boards; Monkeypox vaccinations available through NKY Health Department; and want to swim in the Ohio River? Here’s your chance.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-1808 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 17, 2022On today’s episode, TANK receives $3.1 million grant for low-emission buses; Lack of recruits concerns some NKY police leaders; Beshear says FEMA is processing claims for EKY flood victims; And Neal gets hearing over voting machine seals.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-1709 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightBrent Cooper highlights recent NKY successes, Annual Dinner's "Destination: NKY" themeToday, NKY Chamber President and CEO Brent Cooper joins the NKY Spotlight Podcast to talk Annual Dinner, the successes of last year and what's next for the NKY Metro region. 🎙 Take a deep dive into why our Annual Dinner theme is "Destination: NKY" and learn more about some of our incredible honorees with Brent and Christie Rogers, Director of Special Events & NKYP.
Thank you to our sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, HORAN and Heartland Bank.
2022-08-1533 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 2, 2022On today’s episode, Death toll rising. An update on Eastern Kentucky flooding; Southbank Shuttle returning to Covington, Newport, Bellevue, Cincinnati; Two NKY educators among semifinalists for state ‘Teacher of the Year’; Covington Farmers Market hosting fundraiser brunch as 10th anniversary nears.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-0207 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: August 1, 2022On today’s episode, NKY crews dispatched to eastern Kentucky in flooding rescue effort; Sen. Rand Paul visits Crestview Hills, talks issues facing country; Point/Arc to host 50th anniversary block party in Covington; How to help those affected by eastern Kentucky floods.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-08-0107 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 27, 2022On today’s episode, teens reconnect with nature through Adventure Crew; More volunteers needed to support NKY small businesses; Covington church to be featured in BLINK event; And Southgate residents egg-cited they may soon be able to own chickens.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-2708 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 25, 2022On today’s episode abortion still legal in Kentucky for now; Edgewood looks to install Safe Haven Baby Box; Eight from NKY agencies graduate from SRO training; And Kentucky treasurer announces run for state auditor.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-2508 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 20, 2022On today's episode Campbell County school bus drivers and monitors threaten strike over wages; NKU to launch center for Health Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Covington police looking for driver involved in crash that shut down I-71/75 over weekend; and NKY Chick-fil-A locations collecting supplies for local schools.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-2008 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 19, 2022On today's episode former local attorney left his phone on a plane. Now he’s going to federal prison; Newport announces new intermediate school principal; BLINK director to talk upcoming show in Chamber event; Here’s when you can engage with officials from Covington, Newport this week; and 12 NKY cities rank in top 20 safest, including #1, security site says.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-1909 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 14, 2022On today's episode Fort Wright residents want noise barrier ahead of highway expansion in Brent Spence project; ‘Charitable bail’ in Ky. could be explored again in future legislative session; NKY students with disabilities awarded scholarships; and eat, drink, save lives during Burger Week.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-1409 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 11, 2022On today's episode Four candidates, four seats: Why are more people not running for spots on the Covington City Commission?; NKU to host Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee meeting; Drummer Marvin Cox leaves behind regional legacy; And golf outing to benefit NKY Sports Hall of Fame.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-1109 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 7, 2022On today's episode the Kenton County Sheriff’s Office warns of new scam; learn how to sign up for backpack and school supply giveaway; NKY-based Blue North offering office hours at Black Tech Week; and Paradise Music & Beer Festival returning to Covington.Listen here or wherever you get your podcast.
2022-07-0708 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: July 5, 2022On today's episode Covington Independent Schools hires new principal at Transformational Learning Center; What can NKY learn from Ohio charter schools?; “Walk and Talk” nature hike series comes to three Kenton County Parks; and Florence native wins Writers of the Future contest;Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-07-0508 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: June 30, 2022On today's episode the Red Cross urges blood donors to step up ahead of holiday weekend; Beloved Strong’s Brick Oven Pizzeria reopens Newport location;Covington chooses design firm to prep former IRS site for new development; and NKY Senator appointed to state government organization’s energy & environment committee.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-06-3006 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: June 22, 2002On today's episode we'll hear about Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee to seek public input at town hall meetings; U.S. Senate committee names Dry Ridge cafe business of the week; Five from NKY selected for statewide leadership course; and Celebrating Juneteenth: $200K in grants available for Black artists.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-06-2208 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: June 21, 2022On today's show we'll be covering how NKY schools will deal with resource officer requirement; NKY teacher wins Miss Kentucky pageant and will compete for Miss America; Erlanger still searching for remedy as large trucks damage road they’re not supposed to be on; and He’s an English teacher by trade but folk-rock star at heart.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-06-2108 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: June 20, 2022On today's episode we'll hear about the new 4th Street Bridge project details shared with NKY business leaders; ‘A perfect storm’ for hunger in the Commonwealth; Trump throws weight behind Daniel Cameron in gubernatorial race; LINK streetscapes: Coffee and pizza on Monmouth.Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-06-2008 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightHILLS Properties Could Be Building in an NKY Neighborhood Near YouHunting for your next apartment? This week on the NKY Spotlight Podcast we are joined by the HILLS Properties, who share insights into the Northern Kentucky housing market and HILLS' expansion plans in the region.
Thank you to our podcast sponsors Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, HORAN and Heartland Bank.
2022-06-0617 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: June 1st, 2022Today we preview Link nky's newest podcast Voices of NKY; Behringer-Crawford to display items from shuttered Ramage museum; Former Covington commissioner, code enforcement director dies; and two Newport students are school’s first to complete Early Graduation program. Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-06-0109 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: May 31, 2022On today's episode LINK nky takes a closer look at 3 Northern Kentucky small towns: Bromley, Woodlawn, and Melbourne. Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.
2022-05-3114 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: May 27, 2022On today's podcast, Kentucky liberty group leader issues apology after tweeting ‘insensitive’ meme; Lawsuit seeks to reverse outcome of primary election in Campbell commissioner’s race; Former firefighter who uses wheelchair asks Florence officials for sidewalks; NKY Area Development District announces new executive director; Parking amnesty program intended to fill citation backlog in Covington;
2022-05-2712 minLINK nky Daily HeadlinesLINK nky Daily Headlines: May 26, 2022In today's podcast Kentucky legislators are respond to the Uvalde school shooting; Advice from psychologist who lived through 1997 Paducah, KY school shooting; Covington receives $1.8 million in federal grant to support the IRS site redevelopment project; And cities asked to contribute $1 per resident to fundraising effort to bring BLINK light show back to NKY.
2022-05-2615 minThe Kentucky Side from LINK nkyThe Kentucky Side with Michael Monks: NKY incumbents fall; 'Shift' in local real estate market?On this week's edition of The Kentucky Side with Michael Monks:Three prominent Northern Kentucky Republican lawmakers and a county commissioner all lost to primary challengers on May 17. What led up to this historic defeat of powerful incumbents?LINK nky politics and government reporter Mark Payne and local attorney, author and commentator Rick Robinson explain the intra-party fighting among local Republicans and what last Tuesday's results mean moving forward.Plus, the local real estate market is still difficult to navigate with low housing inventory and short time spans to make a decision to...
2022-05-241h 01The Kentucky Side from LINK nkyThe Kentucky Side with Michael Monks-Previewing NKY's primary electionEarly voting is underway in Kentucky as we roll towards primary Election Day on May 17.The local ballots in Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties are full of contested primaries with some incumbent lawmakers and county officials facing what appear to be strong challengers on the Republican side.Why are we seeing these competitive primaries in local GOP races, and which races should we be watching closely on Tuesday as the returns come in?Former Secretary of State Trey Grayson, managing director of CivicPoint, a government relations arm of law firm Frost Brown Todd...
2022-05-1029 minThe Kentucky Side from LINK nkyVoting changes in NKY in 2022; Why the 1950 Census excites genealogistsIn this episode of The Kentucky Side with Michael Monks, we explore the changes to voting in NKY this year after the pandemic election of 2020. Plus, how is the nationalization of politics impacting people's feelings and involvement in local elections?And why are genealogy and history buffs abuzz about the 1950 U.S. Census? Well, more data from it is available after 72 years, and the Kenton County Public Library joins us to talk about why that's important.
2022-03-2955 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightMeet Ashleigh DuBois, NKY Chamber's Talent Strategies Specialist and Director of DEIJoin the NKY Spotlight Podcast today to hear from Ashleigh DuBois, the NKY Chamber's new Talent Strategies Specialist/Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Ashleigh talks about her new position, priorities and what is on the horizon for the Chamber's DEI efforts.
Thank you to our sponsors: Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, HORAN and Heartland Bank.
2022-01-2423 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightDead Low Brewing is Expanding in NKY, Paying it ForwardCheers! On today's NKY Spotlight Podcast we are joined by guest Dead Low Brewing. CEO Paul Ganim joins the podcast to talk about the brewery, its Beer It Forward program and how they’re expanding in NKY. Join us for the live cast of the podcast at noon on the NKY Chamber Facebook page.
Thank you to our sponsors: Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, CKREU Consulting, HORAN and Heartland Bank.
2022-01-1028 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightBrent Cooper talks NKY Chamber Strategic ImperativesThe NKY Spotlight Podcast has returned with a new host and more great guests. First up is NKY Chamber President and CEO Brent Cooper who talks about the upcoming fiscal year at the Chamber, including goals and initiatives the Chamber has for enhancing the vitality of the region.
Thank you to our podcast sponsors CVG, CKREU Consulting, Horan and Heartland Bank.
2021-10-0414 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightHOMEFEST NKY with Brian Miller, Building Industries Association of NKYThis week we travel to the beautiful Sanctuary Village in Villa Hills to talk with Brian Miller of the Builders Association of NKY all about this year's HOMEFEST.
For the video version complete with a tour inside of one of the houses click here.
Also join us on NKY Chamber night on August 12th tickets here and be sure to use code CHAMBER21
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, CKREU Consulting, Horan, Heartland Bank
2021-08-0213 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightMoore Air + Vaccine updates with NKY Health & KrogerContinuing a legacy is why John Moore decided to create Moore Air. What started as his father's side hustle is now a blossoming business on both sides of the river. In today's NKY Spotlight, how the business he once hated is now the company he loves.
Plus we have two bonus interviews with the NKY Health Department & Kroger about the vaccine roll out.
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, CKREU Consulting
2021-02-2238 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Small Business Recovery Grant & Bridge View at Newport on the LeveeToday we to Duke Energy about the NKY Small Business Recovery Grant for Minority-, Women- or Veteran-Owned Businesses. Then Kathrine goes on location to the new Bridge View area at Newport on the Levee.
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-06-2530 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightCuring COVID-19 in NKYToday We talk with Tim Schroeder from CTI Clinical Trial & Consulting about how NKY can help find a cure to COVID-19
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-06-1830 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightRound 3 NKY Restaurant Relief Winners!This Week we announce the Winners of round 2 of the NKY Restaurant Relief Fund $1000 grants.
We also talk future of supply chain & making masks for healthcare workers.
Building Industry Association of NKY
Brian Miller
Jolly Plumbing
Brady Jolly
People Working Cooperatively
Nina Creech
Aaron
Restaurant Relief–
Brent Cooper
Lee Crume
Nancy Grayson
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-04-3047 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightRound 2 NKY Restaurant Relief Winners!This Week we announce the Winners of round 2 of the NKY Restaurant Relief Fund $1000 grants.
We also talk future of supply chain & making masks for healthcare workers.
Blue north -Future of Supply Chain
Brit Fitzpatrick
Brian Aoaeh
Salyers Group making mask
Donna Salyers
Restaurant Relief–
Brent Cooper
Lee Crume
Nancy Grayson
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-04-2328 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Restaurant Relief Round 1 Winners!This Week we announce the Winners of round 1 of the NKY Restaurant Relief Fund $1000 grants.
Then we talk with Hotel Covington on how they are surviving the pandemic
Today's Guests
NKY Restaurant Relief Fund-
Brent Cooper NKY Chamber
Lee Crume, Tri-ED
Nancy Grayson, Horizon Community Fund
Hotel Covington
Jack Olshan, General Manager
Alli Robben, Social Media Coordinator
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-04-1623 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightCOVID-19 Update, Family Promise of Northern Kentucky and NKY Children's Advocacy CenterLink to COVID-19 update
Tephra Fields, Family Promise of Northern Kentucky
John Clancy, NKY Children's Advocacy Center
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-03-1225 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightWomen’s Initiative & NKY International FestivalWomen’s Initiative
Holly Mazzocca, Bartlett Wealth Management
NKY International festival
Darren Wurz, Covington Rotary Club Geniene Delahunty, Boone County Schools
Thank you to our sponsors:
CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting
2020-03-0522 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightNKY Chamber Annual Dinner PreviewCheck out this special episode live from the Annual Dinner set-up. Our first guest is Dan Cahill the 2019-2020 NKY Chamber Board Chair. He will fill us in on the annual dinner and the upcoming year. Then we bring our own Christie Rogers, VP of Events on the show to talk about what it takes to plan such a large event.
2019-09-0607 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightRandom Acts of kindness visits Emergency Shelter of NKY & Strategic HRListen to this week's special episode live from the Metropolitan Club, home of the NKY Chamber’s Annual Dinner after party on Thursday, Sept. 5. This week we started off with Cara Brooks, Duke Energy, and Kim Webb, Emergency Shelter of NKY, who were with us to talk about how Leadership NKY helped connect the ESNKY to a random act of kindness. Then Sara Stephens from Stephens Golf Center (host of this week's Business After Hours) stops by during the week in review to tell us about the new technology they installed at their driving range. Finally, we end things wi...
2019-08-1627 min
Northern Kentucky SpotlightNew Holistic Approach at The Family Nurturing Center & Graydon GROW NKY Intern ExperienceJill Gay, Kentucky Director of Programs and Services, and Jane Herms, Executive Director from the Family Nurturing Center, stop by to talk about their new holistic approach to ending child abuse. Next, we go over this week's top headlines. Finally, Jared Nelson former Graydon GROW NKY discusses his time at the NKY Chamber.
2019-08-0225 min