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LifeWorks for Autism empowers autistic and neurodiverse adults in Kentucky to achieve independence and meaningful employment. Through its Transition Academy and Bridge Academy, participants gain life skills, work experience, and social support, helping over 95% of alumni successfully live and work on their own.

Join us in welcoming the newest partners of the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce. Supporting our area businesses helps grow a stronger and prosperous community.

The Leadership Bowling Green class explored the city’s creative, cultural, and media institutions, gaining an inside look at how storytelling, history, and innovation strengthen community connections. From arts venues and local media to historic neighborhoods and interactive experiences, participants saw how creativity drives collaboration and shapes a thriving, connected community.

As organizations evolve, their strategies often shift, but their technology doesn’t always keep pace. When people, processes, and systems fall out of alignment, even the best strategies can struggle to succeed. High-performing organizations recognize technology as a strategic driver and regularly evaluate whether their tools and capabilities support where they’re headed. By using KPIs to identify gaps and staying focused on alignment, not just new tools, businesses can reduce friction, improve decision-making, and position themselves for long-term success.

Every month brings new achievements within our Partner network, and we’re excited to spotlight the businesses marking major moments in their journey. Explore this month’s Partner Celebrations and join us in congratulating the organizations continuing to grow, innovate, and strengthen our region.

The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce today announced a planned expansion by Stupp Bridge, a leading bridge fabrication and steel structure manufacturer. The $2.7 million investment in Warren County will support the creation of 15 new full-time jobs, further strengthening the region’s advanced manufacturing sector.

The Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 Women’s Leadership Conference – UNSCRIPTED, presented by SHE•OLOGY, on March 24, 2026. More than 400 businesswomen, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from across South Central Kentucky gathered for a dynamic day focused on inspiration, meaningful connections, and professional growth.

Bowling Green/Warren County places in top three for total projects (population <200,000) for third consecutive year; region and state also recognized

AI may be everywhere in conversation, but when it becomes a vague buzzword, it loses impact. What if your team had an “AI cuss jar,” where anyone who says “AI” has to define the exact use case and business problem it solves? Beyond tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, the real value often lies in focused applications such as machine vision, predictive maintenance, and demand forecasting—practical solutions that are measurable, fundable, and tied directly to ROI. Specificity, not hype, is where innovation truly delivers.

More than 100 young professionals and community leaders gathered for BGYP’s Lunch & Learn, FOMO: Keeping Your Finger on the Pulse, a high-energy session focused on the ideas and initiatives shaping the future of Bowling Green and Warren County. Speakers shared updates on long-range community planning, riverfront redevelopment, and innovative concepts designed to strengthen quality of life, workforce development, and downtown vibrancy.