Welcome to the Central Region Ecosystem for Arts, Technology & Entrepreneurship (CREATE)
Where innovation meets opportunity. Based at the WKU Innovation Campus in Bowling Green, we unite entrepreneurs, researchers, creatives, and investors to design, test, and grow ideas that move our region forward.
For more than two decades, CREATE has powered business growth, helping launch hundreds of companies and generate thousands of jobs, driving more than $1 billion in revenue for South Central and Western Kentucky.
As a KY Innovation Hub, we connect talent, capital, and creative space to turn ideas into impact.
From startups to research collaborations, CREATE exists to help bold thinkers build what’s next, right here in Kentucky.
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Why Reach Out to CREATE?
CREATE exists to help entrepreneurs, technologists, and creatives start, grow, and stay in Kentucky.
We connect people with the relationships, resources, and support they need to turn ideas into sustainable ventures—whether you’re launching a startup, scaling a business, or building something creative and innovative. Guided by a “give first” mindset, we lead with collaboration, inclusivity, and positivity, believing that when we help one another succeed, Kentucky grows stronger.
If you’re looking for connection, momentum, and a place to belong while you build, reach out to us!
Regional Advantage
CREATE leverages deep expertise in entrepreneurship and economic development to guide innovators from idea to industry.
Strategic Connections
We link talent, capital, and mentorship to power business growth and collaboration.
Economic Impact
Our success is reflected in the jobs created, companies scaled, and opportunities expanded across Kentucky.
The CREATE team’s focus is on helping foster a collaborative environment for our service area, in our hub in Bowling Green and throughout the region. And we want your help with that mission. Got a thought or a question?:
