For the first time ever, Owensboro has achieved a double ranking in Site Selection Magazine’s prestigious 2024 Governor’s Cups, marking a historic milestone for the region’s economic development. Greater Owensboro has secured two spots in Tier 3 Top Metros Top 10 categories—Total Project Count and Per Capita—a feat never before accomplished by Greater Owensboro. Owensboro’s last appearance in this listing was a single ranking in 2017, making this breakthrough recognition…
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GOEDC To Host First-Ever Entrepreneur Morning Meetup At Gramps Coffee & Donuts
The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) is excited to launch its inaugural Entrepreneur Morning Meetup on Wednesday, March 5, at 7:30 AM at Gramps Coffee & Donuts.Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned business owners, and everyone in between, this meetup offers a unique opportunity to network, share resources, and gain inspiration from fellow business-minded individuals in Greater Owensboro.“Entrepreneurs and small businesses play a vital role in driving the economy of…
Owensboro Selected As Home For Kentucky Sound Stage, Ushering In A New Era For Film, Tv, And Music Production
Kentucky Sound Stage is proud to announce the grand opening of its state-of-the-art film and television sound stage studio in Owensboro, Kentucky. Designed to serve as a premier hub for Hollywood studios and streamers, independent filmmakers, musicians, and content creators, this cutting-edge facility is set to transform the region into a dynamic production destination to welcome productions of every scale and type.“The Kentucky Sound Stage is a blockbuster project for…
Green River Whiskey Joins NY Racing Team and J.J. Yeley In Quest For The 2025 Daytona 500
The Historic Comeback Brand Races Toward the Green Flag for Its First-Ever Primary Sponsorship In The NASCAR Cup SeriesOwensboro, Ky. (Feb. 7, 2025) - Green River Whiskey is proud to announce its partnership as the primary sponsor of the No. 44 Green River Whiskey Chevrolet with NY Racing Team and NASCAR driver J.J. Yeley as they take on qualifiers for 2025 Daytona 500. The sponsorship marks a milestone for Green…
Gov. Beshear: UniFirst Expanding Owensboro Operations With Nearly $28 Million Investment
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 29, 2025) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted the continued momentum within the state’s manufacturing industry as UniFirst Corp. – a North American leader in providing customized business uniform programs, facility service products and first aid and safety services – will expand its existing facility in Owensboro with a nearly $28 million investment.“The commonwealth’s manufacturing industry continues to grow, leading the way for our thriving economy and providing…
EDC looks to transform Turley Building into downtown innovation hub
By John KirkpatrickJanuary 16, 2025 | 12:13 amUpdated January 16, 2025 | 7:55 amThe Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) is spearheading efforts to transform the historic Turley Building into “The Landing,” a modern innovation hub designed to attract and support entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Local officials said the project aims to create a collaborative space fostering innovation and economic growth.The Turley Building is connected to the RiverPark Center,…
Record-breaking year highlights economic growth for Owensboro, Daviess County
Owensboro and Daviess County have experienced an unprecedented surge in economic development in 2024, with major investments totaling more than $415 million and the creation of nearly 700 new jobs across various sectors, according to local officials.The most significant announcement came from Swedish Match, which is expanding its operations with a $232 million investment, creating 450 new jobs. The project was the largest job creation initiative in Kentucky this year. Meanwhile, Mizkan…
Tourism forecast looks good for 2025
The local hospitality industry struggled during the coronavirus pandemic in 2020 and 2021.Local hotels saw occupancy rates slip to 36.9% in 2020.But it’s made a strong comeback in the years since with a record-setting hotel occupancy of 59% in 2022 and 2023.The state estimates that tourists spent $250 million in Daviess County last year.Of that, $31.9 million was spent at local hotels — a new record and $1 million above…
GOEDC Names Summer Crick Aldridge as Director of Marketing, Special Projects, and Administrative Support
The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Summer Crick Aldridge as its new Director of Marketing, Special Projects, and Administrative Support.In her new role, Aldridge will develop unique marketing strategies and work closely with local businesses, government agencies, and community leaders to promote Owensboro as a prime location for investment, talent, and business expansion.Aldridge joins GOEDC from Kentucky Wesleyan College (KWC), where she’s…
City of Owensboro and Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation Promote Downtown Small Business Subsidy Program
November 20, 2024 - The City of Owensboro, in partnership with the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation (GOEDC), is highlighting the Downtown Small Business Subsidy Program, an initiative designed to bring life to vacant downtown spaces and drive economic growth. This program offers financial incentives tailored to attract new businesses and help existing ones expand, creating a lively and thriving downtown community.Nate Pagan, City Manager, stated, “The City is committed…