Building a company takes more than grit. It takes community, mentorship, and a place that believes in what you’re building.
Catalyze Eastern Kentucky is a founder-first relocation program that helps entrepreneurs grow their startups in one of the most promising innovation regions in the country. Powered by EKY Remote, SOAR Innovation, Make My Move, and the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, this program helps you move to Eastern Kentucky, plug into a thriving network, and gain the support, tools, and funding connections you need to scale.
If you’re a tech founder or entrepreneur ready to take your company (and your quality of life) to the next level, Catalyze EKY is where you belong.
The EKY Remote team helps you find the perfect place to live and connect with the community that fits your lifestyle.
Once you’re here, the SOAR Innovation team helps your startup grow with mentorship, coaching, and connections to the region’s innovation network so you can build your business and your future in Eastern Kentucky.
I’ve been through several incubators, but this one stood out, mainly because of the hands-on mentorship from [SOAR Entrepreneur in Residence] Rick West. Meeting him and the other founders in person brought everything to life and made the experience genuinely impactful.
I came into SOAR’s Founders Weekend excited to share my idea, but I didn’t expect to find so many meaningful partnerships with other founders. I walked away with a clearer path to investment and real momentum… I can’t recommend the experience enough.
Catalyze Eastern Kentucky is designed for founders who are ready to grow their startups in a place that’s invested in their success. If you’re ready to make the move, here’s what it takes to qualify:
