Greater Paducah Economic Development
@Paducah_Ec_Dev
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GPED’s mission is to attract and support quality business in the region thereby providing sustainable employment and economic opportunity to all stakeholders.
Paducah, KY
Joined April 2011
🚨 Big News for McCracken County! 🚨 Global Laser Enrichment acquired a 665-acre parcel previously owned by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for a proposed uranium enrichment facility. Learn more: https://t.co/3pkLSTvzJR
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GPED is pleased to announce that Amazon is opening a last-mile distribution facility in Paducah, KY.🎉The new 72,500-square-foot facility is located in Industrial Park West at 5501 Commerce Drive. Read more here: https://t.co/ZLwzz46Ema
#TeamKentucky #EconomicDevelopment
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Where in the world is our team? 📷 If you guessed Savannah, GA, you would be correct! Bruce Wilcox is attending the Southern Economic Development Council's Annual Conference this week.
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Thank you to Don Gulley & Brittaney Johnson from Big Rivers Electric Corporation & Dave Carroll from Paducah Power System for speaking at our Investor Council meeting this morning. Electricity is a major concern for many business expansion projects nowadays, but not in Paducah!
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DID YOU KNOW? 📷 Paducah boasts 5 exits off I-24 and has access to an I-69 corridor nearby! Paducah is a prime location for efficient transportation and logistics. Learn more about our logistical advantages here: https://t.co/0ZeXTv7KkB
#TeamKentucky #businessdevelopment
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The GPED team recently visited Ft. Campbell for a community visit! We connected with employment and transition groups, explored entrepreneurial ventures, and celebrated the Army's 249th birthday.📷 Our team even took on the challenge of rappelling!
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It's Quilt Week in Paducah and we're "bursting at the seams" with excitement to welcome over 37,000 visitors to our community! Explore how quilting contributes to Paducah's thriving community on our website: https://t.co/MVL3DLRneT
#paducahquiltweek #americanquilterssociety
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The Paducah Innovation Hub has been featured in the latest publication from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Institute for Economic Equity. 📚Read more here: https://t.co/HzIzGiFcgK
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When the sun hides, our economy thrives!📷Hundreds of visitors traveled to Paducah to witness the total solar eclipse. Paducah has been shining bright since 1827, and this eclipse was another reminder of the incredible opportunities awaiting those who relocate to our city!
Stunning photo of the total solar eclipse taken at 2 p.m. today in Salem, Kentucky. Thank you, Ashley Turley, for submitting your photo!
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Last week, Bruce Wilcox traveled to Washington DC alongside other local Paducah leaders, advocating for Paducah's DOE cleanup funding and McCracken County's HubZone designation.
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Checked all the boxes at The Next Move Group's 2024 conference in New Orleans: ✅ Networking ✅ Economic Development Insights ✅ Celebrated Mardi Gras in style! ⚜️🎭🎺 #paducah #economicdevelopment #siteselection
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Yesterday, our team and board members journeyed to Frankfort for the Annual Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce Day! We engaged with state legislators and cabinet officials to drive positive change for our community.
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GPED would like to introduce our newest team member, Meg Morrow!🎉 Meg is the new Director of Operations for GPED and is responsible for the company's marketing, finances, and operations. We are excited to have Meg on our team!
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Today, @GovAndyBeshear announced HHO Carbon Clean Systems LLC will locate its first Kentucky operation in McCracken County, with a $6.65 million investment creating 35 full-time jobs in the coming years. Read more: https://t.co/ll4h6Au6Gp
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Paducah, KY’s outdoor recreation puts families in motion for more fun, on the scenic Greenway Trail linking neighborhoods, a nature preserve + 3 city parks; and on the river in a city named a national “Boater’s Choice.” See more at https://t.co/XTFrOX2TfX.
#PowerofPaducah
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In the vibrant river city of Paducah, KY, the currents of creativity power enjoyment: Festivals, museums, a Downtown Arts District that’s a Certified Kentucky Cultural District and more, all in a designated UNESCO Creative City. See https://t.co/XTFrOX2TfX.
#PowerofPaducah
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Watch the video for a taste of life in Paducah, KY, a vibrant river city and a designated UNESCO Creative City, where low costs and easy commutes meet the highest quality in the arts and refreshing recreation on land and water. Learn more: https://t.co/KcYsSEKwo2.
#PowerofPaducah
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Dr. Anton Reece, President of @WKCTC, describes the College’s advanced #manufacturing apprenticeships as “an incredible opportunity for employers” with a placement rate in the high 90s. See more at https://t.co/XTFrOX2TfX.
#PowerofPaducah
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Watch Dr. Anton Reece, President of @WKCTC, discuss the College’s close relationship with industry and the #manufacturing apprenticeship program offering employers “incredible opportunity.” Watch, then see https://t.co/XTFrOX2TfX.
#PowerofPaducah
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For Superintendent Dr. Donald Shively and staff at Paducah, KY Public Schools, the improvements never end keeping student skills aligned to industry needs. “It’s a constant process of turning out more talented students.” See more at https://t.co/XTFrOX2TfX.
#PowerofPaducah
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