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July 11, 2025 By Kendra Scott

Leadership Hardin County Applications Now Open

Don't miss your opportunity to apply for the Leadership Hardin County program for 2025-2026. Leadership Hardin County is a ten-month long program dedicated to providing unique opportunities for personal and professional growth for interested citizens. The class focuses on the needs, resources, …

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July 11, 2025 By Kendra Scott

Congratulations to the Leadership Hardin County Class of 2025!

Congratulations to the Leadership Hardin County Class of 2025 on their graduation! This class of dynamic individuals completed the rigorous program and excelled in all areas. The culmination of the class was the class project: Fostering Love Comfort Bags, which provided gift bags of much-needed …

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May 2, 2025 By Kendra Scott

Youth Leadership Hardin County Graduation 2025

CONGRATULATIONS to the 2025 class of Youth Leadership Hardin County! A record-size group of 37 high school juniors participated in this year's program representing seven local high schools: Central Hardin, John Hardin, North Hardin, Elizabethtown, Fort Knox, North Hardin Christian School and the …

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March 9, 2025 By Kendra Scott

Comfort Care Bag Items to be Collected at March Luncheon

Don't forget to bring your comfort and care items to the March luncheon in support of the Leadership Hardin County's class project of "Fostering Love Comfort Bags Drive." The class is collecting items to benefit local children in the foster care system. Items such as pajamas, small toys or …

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March 9, 2025 By Kendra Scott

Leadership Hardin County Class Presents Special Gift to Creekside Elementary

The 2024 Leadership Hardin County class presented an Inchy Worm Book Vending Machine to Creekside Elementary School as the culmination of their class project. The class worked tirelessly to raise funds for the project, which will make a lasting impact on the students of Creekside for many years …

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February 9, 2025 By Kendra Scott

Fostering Love Comfort Bags

This year's Leadership Hardin County Class project is "Fostering Love Comfort Bags," benefitting children in the care of the Kentucky Department of Child Services. The class is collecting much-needed items to provide care and comfort to children in the foster care system. Among the items being …

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July 12, 2024 By Kendra Scott

Apply Now for Leadership Hardin County

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 Leadership Hardin County program. Leadership Hardin County is an immersive, ten-month experience that provides a unique opportunity for the participants to learn about the needs and resources of our community. Each session focuses on a vital …

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May 2, 2024 By Kendra Scott

Congratulations to the 2024 Youth Leadership Hardin County Class

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Youth Leadership Hardin County class on their recent graduation! This talented group of high school juniors from across the county was recognized at their program graduation program on April 25, 2024. The event was held at the HCS Early College and Career Center …

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April 2, 2024 By Kendra Scott

Leadership Hardin County Focuses on Local Leadership

For the month of March, the Leadership Hardin County class focused on local leadership and had the opportunity to tour local government facilities and speak candidly with local elected leaders about their roles, decisions and vision for our community. THANK YOU to all of the city and county …

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September 10, 2023 By Kendra Scott

Leadership Hardin County 2023-2024 Class Selected

Congratulations to the Leadership Hardin County 2023-2024 Class  Brandy Baumgardner, West Point Bank  Dorothy Beaver, City of Vine Grove  Stephanie Brown, Swope Family of Dealerships  Nate Cox, Baptist Health Hardin  Tonya Fulkerson, PNC Bank  Jey Gregory, Houchens Insurance Group  Melissa …

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August 14, 2023 By Kendra Scott

Leadership Hardin County is Accepting Applications

The application process for Leadership Hardin County is open! Don't miss your opportunity to participate in this year's class. The class is a diverse group of dedicated individuals who are interested in examining and experiencing ways to help Hardin County grow and thrive. Leadership Hardin …

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May 2, 2023 By Kendra Scott

Youth Leadership Hardin County Class Graduates

Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Youth Leadership Hardin County Class! Graduation was help on April 28, 2023 at the Early College and Career Center (EC3) in Johnston Hall for the group of talented juniors from our five area high schools. Sponsored by WesBanco, the group was honored for their …

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THE CHAMBER CHAMPION RONNIE J. PENCE AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the CHAMBER CHAMPION RONNIE J. PENCE AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE CHAMBER CHAMPION RONNIE J. PENCE AWARD recognizes an individual who has committed an exemplary effort toward an initiative or initiatives important to the Chamber’s mission.

To nominate an individual, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this person is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

THE GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD recognizes any official (either elected or appointed) who has performed a particular service or overall effectiveness in office on behalf of the residents of Hardin County and has demonstrated commitment to supporting business. Other criteria:

  • Currently serving in any level of government (local, state, federal) or has been out of office no more than two years

To nominate an individual, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

THE HALL OF FAME AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the CHAMBER HALL OF FAME AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE HALL OF FAME AWARD recognizes a local business or individual for long term contributions to the economy and community. To be considered, the nominee should have been operating in the Hardin County market for ten or more years.

To nominate an individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this person is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

THE QUALITY OF PLACE AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the QUALITY OF PLACE AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE QUALITY OF PLACE AWARD recognizes an individual, entity and/or organization that has made a positive difference in the lives of our citizens and works to make Hardin County a better place to live, work and visit.

Criteria:

  • Has made a significant economic, social or environmental impact on the community
  • Is a public use project, facility or initiative that impacts the community at large
  • Promotes, develops or creates business growth or tourism, recreational, cultural or community assets or amenities

To nominate for this award, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this entity is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

THE RALPH REESE FORT KNOX/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RALPH REESE FORT KNOX/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RALPH REESE FORT KNOX/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD recognizes an individual or business who has committed an exemplary effort toward an initiative or initiatives important to the military and community partnership between Fort Knox and Hardin County. It is named in honor of World War II Veteran and Hardin County community leader and icon, Ralph Reese.

To nominate an individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this nominee is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

THE RISING STAR AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RISING STAR AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RISING STAR AWARD recognizes an up and coming business whose professional success is matched by its commitment to serving our community. This is for businesses in operation for two years or less.

Other criteria:

  • the business demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession
  • the business provides value services by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community
  • the business must be a current member of the Hardin Co. Chamber of Commerce.

To nominate a business, individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2025.

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RISING STAR AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RISING STAR AWARD recognizes an up and coming business whose professional success is matched by its commitment to serving our community. This is for businesses in operation for two years or less.

Other criteria:

  • the business demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession
  • the business provides value services by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community
  • the business must be a current member of the Hardin Co. Chamber of Commerce.

To nominate a business, individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

A local professional under the age of 40 Demonstrates creativity, innovation, character, consistency and excellence in their field. Exemplifies outstanding professional growth and community engagement Makes significant contributions to the community through work and/or volunteer activities As current member of the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RISING STAR AWARD at the 2025 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RISING STAR AWARD recognizes an up and coming business whose professional success is matched by its commitment to serving our community. This is for businesses in operation for two years or less.

Other criteria:

  • the business demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession
  • the business provides value services by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community
  • the business must be a current member of the Hardin Co. Chamber of Commerce.

To nominate a business, individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 15, 2025

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