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Regional Leaders Convene for Greater Lexington Competitiveness Summit Featuring DevelopLex

Nine-county economic development summit features live DevelopLex podcast recording and Mayor Linda Gorton

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January 16, 2025 4 min read

Regional Leaders Convene for Greater Lexington Competitiveness Summit Featuring DevelopLex

Nine-county economic development summit features live DevelopLex podcast recording and Mayor Linda Gorton

Commerce Lexington's Regional Competitiveness Summit convened Central Kentucky business and government leaders in January 2025, featuring a live DevelopLex podcast session on regional real estate and site readiness.

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