Welcome to The GOEDC Scoop: your monthly update from the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation! Each month, we’ll bring you the top highlights from our work across the community, important upcoming events and deadlines, and a look at what’s on the horizon for economic growth in Owensboro-Daviess County.Top News from June 2025Owensboro Makes A Splash on Louisville's Whiskey RowREAD MORE GOEDC's Jamie Johnson Selected for Leadership Kentucky Class of 2025READ MORE GOEDC Announces Inaugural…

The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) is proud to announce the official mentor-mentee pairings for the first cycle of Elevate Owensboro, a new mentorship initiative designed to support and empower local entrepreneurs.   The program, launched earlier this year, connects small business owners with seasoned professionals to foster meaningful relationships, encourage strategic growth, and strengthen the broader business community. Each pair will meet monthly over the next six months, with structured…

The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) is proud to announce that Jamie Johnson, VP of Workforce Development, Small Business, & Entrepreneurship, has been selected for the Leadership Kentucky Class of 2025. Johnson is one of only two participants chosen from Daviess County to take part in the competitive statewide leadership program.Leadership Kentucky brings together professionals from across the Commonwealth representing a wide range of industries and sectors. The flagship…

Owensboro’s own Green River Distilling Co., the 10th oldest licensed distillery in Kentucky, has officially opened its new tasting room in the heart of Louisville’s famed Whiskey Row, bringing “Whiskey Without Regrets” from the banks of the Ohio River to the bustling Main Street district.The new 4,400 square foot space at 714 W. Main Street is a tribute to Green River’s rich, 140-year heritage and Owensboro roots. From copper tanks…

Welcome to The GOEDC Scoop: your monthly update from the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation! Each month, we’ll bring you the top highlights from our work across the community, important upcoming events and deadlines, and a look at what’s on the horizon for economic growth in Owensboro.Top News from May 2025Owensboro Athletic Club Earns 2025 SBDC Pacesetter AwardREAD MORETexas Gas Announces Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion ProjectREAD MOREMarketing On Tap Helps Sold-Out Crowd…

Owensboro is making headlines once again... this time on the national stage. LinGate Hospitality has been named IHG’s 2025 Owner-Operator of the Year, an award that honors excellence in guest service, brand loyalty, and sustainability across IHG hotels nationwide. This prestigious recognition celebrates the best in the business, and LinGate is leading the way.With standout properties like the Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront anchoring Downtown Owensboro’s hotel scene, LinGate is proving…

Hotel occupancy in Owensboro has reached an all-time high, according to the latest reports, signaling a surge in both tourism and economic momentum. The city is riding a wave of growth, continuing to draw major conventions, meetings, and sporting events—living up to its title as Kentucky’s number one sports town. In the month of April alone, Owensboro played host to national conferences, The Great Race, Spring Rally, All “A” Baseball…

Owensboro hosted its first-ever Downtown Small Biz Crawl in celebration of National Small Business Month, and the turnout was nothing short of amazing. Local residents filled the sidewalks to shop, sip, snack, and support more than 30 small businesses, from boutiques and breweries to bakeries and pop-up vendors. The event also featured live music and a festive atmosphere that brought new energy to downtown.The Crawl was organized by the Greater…