Economic Development Toolkit

Commonly Used Economic Development Terms and Acronyms

Every industry has their own jargon. The economic development world is no exception! Learn more.

Community Partners in Economic Development

There are often many organizations working toward growth in a community. To be the most effective and efficient, collaboration is KEY! Learn more.

How to Respond to a Request for Information (RFI)

A community can receive a Request for Information (RFI) from either a business directly or from the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development. Learn more.

State Incentives for New and Expanding Businesses

There are multiple incentives offered through the Commonwealth of Kentucky. We provide a list of the most popular incentives. Learn more.

How to Run for Elected Office in Kentucky

Elected officials are an active community partner in economic development. We provide a two page guide that has a step-by-step process for registration, as well as the website URLs and contact information you will need. Learn more.

Kentucky Workforce Development Resources
This webpage has several outgoing links to programs and resources for businesses looking for workforce support. Learn more.