The Kentucky Small Business Development Center has named Owensboro Athletic Club (OAC) a 2025 Pacesetter Award winner—an honor reserved for high-performing small businesses making a major impact across the state. This marks the first time in three years that an Owensboro business has earned this prestigious statewide recognition.

Led by Dustin Edge and Shane Leach, OAC has built more than just a gym. It’s a hub for health, strength, and community—empowering locals to invest in their wellness and each other. From its innovative programming to its commitment to customer service, OAC exemplifies what it means to be a small business with big impact.

Learn more about OAC here. 
Learn more about the SBDC’s Pacesetter Award here.
See the original release by the University of Kentucky here.