INNOVATION CAMPUS NEWSLETTER

Innovation Campus News 9-5-2024

MEMBER OF THE MONTH CORNER

CANOPY

By - Holly Elmore and

Cheryl Gilstrap

KY Brand Builders

Having success beyond profit–using your business as a positive influence–these are the core ideals of the team at Canopy, our WKU Innovation Campus Member of the Month. The brainchild of Scott Koloms, Canopy was born from his search for an employee retention strategy to reduce turnover rates of Facilities Management Services, pbc – his janitorial services company. He realized that to attract and keep the best quality workers, he had to find a way to show them that he valued them beyond the profit they made for his company. Koloms began to offer workers a series of life-affirming perks such as providing free tax-prep services and financial literacy courses, matching employee funds for car and home loans, and even a fresh fruit and vegetable market every two weeks to employees for $1 using a subscription to local community supported agriculture. When Koloms realized the great impact of this change on his business, (his company’s turnover rate is less than ½ of the industry) he set out to find other businesses with the same shared set of values to form a network and a movement that converges purpose and profit to build a stronger economy through positive influence for Kentucky now and in the future. To continue reading CLICK HERE.

Thanks to everyone who joined us this week for our Member of the Month with Ben Smock. If you have any questions about Canopy. CLICK HERE to contact Ben.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Strong Women Strong Coffee

July 11

9:00 am - 10:30 am

WKU Innovation Campus

Room 129

Join us in Bowling Green for Strong Women Strong Coffee! Enjoy a morning of networking and insightful discussions featuring a panel on SBA programs. Learn how women-owned businesses can leverage these resources to drive success. Don't miss this opportunity to empower your business journey!

This month's speaker will be JC Watkins with KY APEX Accelerator. JC assist with local economic development efforts by assisting Kentucky businesses with their efforts in selling goods and services to Federal, State, and Local governments. He will share with us on the process to become a woman owned certified business.

RSVP HERE

SHOUT OUT TO STUPP FIBER

Shout out to our Member Stupp Fiber for organizing this back-to-school supply drive for Potter Children's Home.

Thanks to everyone who donated to the collection and made back to school a little easier on some kiddos.

Potter Children’s Home is a local organization in Bowling Green dedicated to helping children in need. They have made homes for many children over the years and have given them the love and support they need to flourish.

REVERSE RECYCLING UPDATE

We extend a big THANK YOU to the WKU Innovation community for your unwavering commitment to sustainability and for actively utilizing the reverse vending machine at the WKU Innovation campus. This past July, the WKU Innovation Campus recycled over

1,000 items

a testament to our collective dedication to environmental responsibility and community engagement. Let’s continue this momentum and strive to recycle even more!

The reverse vending machine is conveniently located in the Smart Space. If you wish to recycle your water bottles or cans and require assistance accessing the machines, please don’t hesitate to stop by the front office for assistance. Together, we can make a significant impact in preserving the beauty of our campus and championing sustainability for future generations! Please report any instances when the machine is full by emailing us, ensuring that our recycling efforts remain seamless and effective.

Our challenge to all the members of the Innovation Campus. Let's continue to recycle more cans and bottles than the main campus who now has THREE machines installed. In the near future we hope to bring some games to the Innovation Campus to make an in-house friendly competition. Stay Tuned for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Dismantling the Myths of Investing/ Is There a Science of Investing?

Did you know:

There are investing myths that have the potential to destroy your investing peace of mind. How stock picking, market timing, and track-record investing can be destructive to you and your family’s dreams There’s an empirically tested investing methodology, based on Nobel Prize Winning academic investing principles to help eliminate speculating and gambling with your financial future?

Get answers to these questions and more at the next Lunch and Learn with

Anne Sawasky with Paul Winker

Wednesday, September 18

Noon - 1 pm

WKU Innovation Campus Room 129

RSVP HERE

CLICK THE PHOTO TO RSVP

THIS IS THE WAY

You don't want to miss this exciting event from Kentucky to the World “This Is The Way: Stagecraft, Stunts and Fighting On Screen” with Tom O'Connell on Friday, September 27th, 5:30 PM. O'Connell, a Kentucky native, is known for his stunt double roles as Darth Vader and The Heavy Mandalorian.

The event, which takes place at the WKU Innovation Campus HQ, will feature live stunts, demonstrations, audience engagement, and conversations with Tom O'Connell.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

WKU INNOVATION CAMPUS

5:30 P.M.

STUDENTS FREE - Click Here to email for a free ticket.

Adults - $25 per ticket - Click Here to purchase adult tickets.

LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Calling all leaders - join us for the Kentucky Center for Leadership’s upcoming Leadership Summit September 26-27 at the WKU Innovation Campus in Bowling Green, KY. This event is designed for those who are ready to take their leadership skills to the next level. With a lineup of experienced leaders and invaluable networking opportunities, this summit is a must-attend for anyone serious about making a significant impact. Register now and invest in your leadership journey.

To Register or for more information Click Here

Western Kentucky University Innovation Campus is proud to cohost with CREATE at WKU Innovation Campus: Central Region Ecosystem for Arts, Technology, and Entrepreneur, Regional Tech Council; and the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce.

#LeadershipSummit #NextLevelLeadership #KC4L

GRAND OPENING RECAP

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Innovation Campus Lending Library. If you haven't had a chance to stop by and check out a book or donate a book, feel free to stop by any time.

The Lending Library is located in the Smart Space. 3rd door on the right as you come in the back door from the corridor. If you need access, please stop by the front office.

**Please note, books donated to the lending library are not guaranteed to be returned. Please don't donate books you expect to get back. Thank you!**

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