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Welcome to the University of Kentucky Economic Development Collaborative, where we believe that economic development is crucial to the success and prosperity of Kentucky. 

The University of Kentucky Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) is a network of campus and community stakeholders who oversee UK’s economic development and business engagement activities. The mission of the EDC is to proactively grow economic prosperity in the Commonwealth of Kentucky in the areas of talent, innovation, place, partnership, and economic engagement.

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Recent EDC News

University of Kentucky kicks off fourth cohort of Construction Business Accelerator

 The University of Kentucky and Turner Construction welcomed 20 businesses to the fourth cohort of the Construction Business Accelerator (CBA) program during a reception and first session held March 4 at the UK Cornerstone.

UK, key organizations partner for Spring installation of ‘Growing Our Own’ workshop series

The “Growing Our Own” workshop series is one of nine community engagement projects awarded by the University of Kentucky Office of Land-Grant Engagement. This support aims to expand collaborative efforts between UK and partners across the Commonwealth while addressing important public needs — strengthening outreach and extension efforts in Kentucky.  LEXINGTON, Ky.— The University of Kentucky, in collaboration with several key partners, is launching the spring installment of the “Growing Our Own” workshop series.

UK launches Connect 120 initiative to foster statewide economic growth

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 13, 2024) — The University of Kentucky’s Cooperative Extension Service, supported by the UK Economic Development Collaborative (EDC), is launching Connect 120, a new initiative designed to connect the university’s resources and expertise to all 120 county extension offices in Kentucky.