OneNKY® Summit Initiatives
Picture a healthy, vibrant community through a growth-oriented regional economy driven by educational excellence, social mobility and a united view of the future.
Fast-forward to a community that drives strategic change through action. That recognizes the need for transformation. A community that demands results.
You’ve identified the reason for the OneNKY Summit Series, conducted through outreach to NKY’s growth organizations; community and business leaders, elected officials and other stake holder groups. Quarterly updates began in 2019 and have continued virtually during the pandemic.
The intent is to drive NKY forward through select transformative initiatives that offer tangible, measurable results. And to keep the conversations moving forward as OneNKY becomes an even stronger part of this region and the Commonwealth.
BACKGROUND FROM THE 2019 OneNKY Summit
| Goal: | Provide NKY with a unified voice for growth within the CMSA and Frankfort | |
| Initiative: | Fund, Develop and Implement the NKY brand identity | |
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| Goal: | Increase the pool of available workers in NKY |
| Initiative: | Strengthen our talent pipeline by providing work-based learning experiences for secondary students within high demand industry sectors |
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| Goal: | Accelerate real estate development in the urban core and throughout the NKY region |
| Initiative: | Develop shovel ready sites complete with funding to attract office and industrial businesses to NKY along with supporting residential, retail, hospitality and entertainment developments that enhance the quality of place necessary to attract talent. |
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| Goal: | Make it easy to do business in NKY |
| Initiative: | Establish a comprehensive intelligence unit to identify data-driven community and business needs and opportunities for growth |
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LINK Media
LINK Media, a new multi-media platform specifically focused on news, information and entertainment created for Northern Kentucky and led by talented, media professionals including Lacy Starling, Chief Executive Officer, Michael Monks, Chief Content Officer and Mark Collier, Chief Operating Officer. The OneNKY Alliance incubated this effort over the past 18 months, noting the need for a stronger voice given the media void in the market. Northern Kentucky University, NKY Chamber and the Horizon Community Funds will join the Alliance as appointments to the governing board.
Moon Shot for Equity
The Moon Shot for Equity program customized by education firm EAB and introduced by Northern Kentucky University and Gateway Community & Technical College. These local institutions are partnering with Miami University and Cincinnati State to take significant and measurable steps to close equity gaps within regional clusters of two- and four-year colleges and universities by 2030. A Challenge to create similar measurable efforts in NKY’s business and health sectors was issued, as work on Diversity Equity and Inclusion continues.
NKY At a Glance
NKY At a Glance – This new series will provide community information enhancing knowledge and voice within the NKY Metro. Northern Kentucky University research team provided the initial segment focused on structure and spending with more programming to come in 2022.
Kenton County Tax Portal Pilot
The Kenton County Tax Portal Pilot led by Judge Executive Kris Knochelmann bringing efficiency and convenience to the collection of business tax and fees. The pilot will begin with area realtors in early 2022 with the intent to expand to the business community once vetted. Through its ease of use and high-tech access, the portal has regional application.
OneNKY Frankfort Summit Video
OneNKY Frankfort, an existing facility offering presence and identity for NKY was featured as the community continues to pursue resources and recognition in Frankfort and Washington DC. Within walking distance to the Capital, the facility offers co-working and event space. Opened in 2020, the facility has been frequently utilized by various growth organizations, business, and community leaders.
OneNKY HQ Summit Video
Plans continue for the OneNKY HQ facility bringing together growth organizations with a stronger, more unified identity as an economic growth driver. The 34,000 square foot facility located at the foot of the Roebling Bridge in Covington, will house the NKY Chamber, Tri-ED, meetNKY, Catalytic Fund, Horizon Community Funds and the OneNKY Alliance.
OneNKY EDUCATION Supporting Session held 9/14/2021
The OneNKY Summit Series continued this week with the Education Session. Our keynote speaker for Education, Brigitte Blom, Pritchard Committee, in concert with the panel moderated by Randy Poe, Northern Kentucky Education Council provided a data-rich base line view of Early Childhood, Connections to Competencies and Educational Advancement/Opportunities.
OneNKY HEALTH Supporting Session held 9/7/21
The OneNKY Summit Series continued this week with our focus on the Health sector, led by St. Elizabeth in partnership with HealthPoint and the NKY Health Department.
OneNKY GROWTH Supporting Session held 8/31/21
Compelling data and discussion successfully drove the August 31st Growth Session as part of the OneNKY Summit Series thanks to many who participated. We are passionate about our community as we Build towards our 22nd Century OneNKY!
February 24th OneNKY Summit Update
Thank you to those who participated in the February 24th OneNKY Summit Update. Since 2019 we have convened our growth organizations, community, business, and political leaders through six Summits centered around key initiatives that have transformed our community. We are showing results as the need for strategic action is implemented throughout [...]
OneNKY Summit Series: February 24, 2021 Update
This year holds great promise of continued OneNKY partnerships with community and business leaders, our growth organizations, elected officials and all persistently driving the advancement of our community. Please join us on Wednesday, February 24 at 3 p.m. for a OneNKY Summit Virtual Update. To register for our summit, please [...]
1NKY Summit Series: April 22 Update
We are excited about the outstanding response received to the 1NKY survey and the attendance at the April 22 1NKY Summit Virtual Update. Supporting materials from the session including the entire 1NKY survey are included in this communication. Participants received the following: Updates from leaders in the public /private sectors including [...]
Resources on How our Cities can Restart Following COVID-19
As we prepare for the future of NKY through the April 22 1NKY Summit VIRTUAL Update, please refer to these documents for background. Of specific interest is the article on How Our Cities Can Reopen after the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Ten-Point Preparedness Plan for our Communities by Richard Florida & Steven [...]
