Do you control your emotions in your personal and professional life? Taking control over the emotions that shape our lives can have powerful effects. Emotional intelligence (EI) is the ability […]
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What is your leadership style? Servant leadership can seem like a contradicting term, but it is becoming a very popular tool in many businesses. Servant leadership is a philosophy that
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Somerset-based CoreTrans is one of three companies highlighted by the Ford Foundation, which also focused on its relationship with Kentucky Highlands. “Relationships are the heart of any successful business, but those
Do you demonstrate Accountability in your Workplace? Accountability helps to ensure that every employee will take responsibility for their performance and behaviors, and continue to manage this responsibility. When we
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Why are soft skills important in the workplace? The meaning of Soft Skills can sometimes be difficult to describe. It can be that unique attribute or characteristic that facilitates great
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Technical Systems Engineer Ken Stegman is the Technical Systems Engineer for Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation. Ken came to Kentucky Highlands as an investment analyst intern for his final year in
Development Director Stephen Taylor is Development Director for Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation (KHIC). He has been with Kentucky Highlands since 1992. Mr. Taylor identifies and secures funding KHIC’s business lending,
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Engagement Director In 2024, Dr. Sandra Curd was named Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation’s Engagement Director, responsible for maintaining and enhancing partnerships between federal and state agencies, local governments, and regional
Consultant Michael Hayes retired from Kentucky Highlands in 2025 after many years as the Special Projects Coordinator. He was responsible for the establishment and overall administration of the Kentucky Highlands
Investment Analyst Brian Sizemore is an Investment Analyst whose primary responsibility at Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation is managing the organization’s Microloan Program. His mission is to foster economic development across
