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SKYCTC to host first Entrepreneur Summit

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BOWLING GREEN, KY (October 10, 2025) – Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) will host its first Entrepreneur Summit on Friday, October 10, 2025, offering students, alumni, and the public, an exclusive opportunity to engage with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors who are shaping the region’s economic future. The Summit will take place from 8:00am – 2:30pm at the college’s KATI Campus located at 1127 Morgantown Road in Bowling Green, KY. The event is free and open to the public.

The SKYCTC Entrepreneur Summit is designed to bring together aspiring entrepreneurs and established professionals to share knowledge, resources, and experiences. Attendees will have the chance to connect directly with local movers and shakers, gaining valuable insights, building their networks, and taking steps toward their own entrepreneurial success.

Summit highlights include:

  • Speakers – Successful entrepreneurs, industry experts, and thought leaders sharing experiences, trends, and advice.
  • Workshops & Breakout Sessions – Hands-on training covering marketing, finance, technology, innovation, leadership, and business strategy.
  • Panel Discussions – Industry professionals exploring challenges and opportunities across sectors.
  • Networking Opportunities – Dedicated time for students to meet potential mentors, collaborators, and investors.
  • Pitch Competitions – Students presenting business ideas to a panel of judges and investors.
  • Resource Sharing – Access to tools, services, and organizations that support business growth.

A free lunch will be provided for attendees by Roy's Bar-B-Que. Those planning to attend the Entrepreneur Summit are asked to RSVP at: Entrepreneur Summit link. Those interested in pitching their business ideas should sign up for the Shark Tank Session at: Pitch Session link.

“The Entrepreneur Summit is all about inspiring, educating, and connecting our students,” said Heather LaRue, SKYCTC Retention & Resource Coordinator. “We want to empower them to dream big, build relationships, and take the next step toward making their business ideas a reality.”

For more information, contact:
Heather LaRue
Email: heather.larue@kctcs.edu
Phone: 270-901-1245