The purpose of the Talent focus within the EDC is to catalyze new job growth and create a talent pipeline for UK students and alumni for job openings in the Commonwealth.

The purpose of the Innovation focus within the EDC is to encourage innovation, appropriate risk-taking, creative problem-solving, basic and applied research, and support the entrepreneurial ecosystem locally and statewide.

The purpose of the Place focus within the EDC is to plan, design, and manage UK’s physical resources including the main campus, the Coldstream Research Campus, and the future development of the Innovation District. 

The purpose of the Partnership focus within the EDC is to aid in the university, government, non-profits, and the business community working closely to grow economic prosperity in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

The purpose of Economic Engagement within the EDC is to assist in breaking down barriers and expanding business and career opportunities for all people within the Commonwealth.