The Kentucky Association for Economic Development is recognizing four members through its 2026 Distinguished Service and Professional Excellence Recognition Program, honoring their commitment to professional development, volunteer service, and active engagement in Kentucky’s economic development community.
This program celebrates members who go above and beyond in supporting KAED’s mission to educate, connect, and advocate for economic development professionals and their partners across the Commonwealth.
The 2026 honorees are:
• Kimberly Rossetti, chief economic development officer, BE NKY Growth Partnership
• Carter Hendricks, executive director, South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council
• Tony Prim, associate director, business retention and expansion, South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council
• Sharon Butts, associate director, South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council
Throughout the recognition period, members earn points for participating in KAED activities and initiatives, including attending conferences and workshops, serving on committees and boards, participating in advocacy efforts, recruiting new members, contributing to KAED communications,...