Lexington, KY –  Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is proud to announce that it has been honored with the Outstanding Business Partner Award by Jobs for America’s Graduates Kentucky (JAG KY). The award was presented at the JAG KY State Career Development Conference in Lexington.

JAG KY is an affiliate of JAG, a national non-profit organization dedicated to supporting young people facing significant challenges. JAG KY has acknowledged ARH for its unwavering support, partnership in reinforcing their program, building on students’ skills, and willingness to assist in any way possible.

Greg Conley, Director of Development and Employer Engagement for JAG KY, expressed gratitude saying, “We thank ARH again for sponsoring, exhibiting, and supporting our CDC event and our JAG students. ARH is a valued partner and is helping shape future leaders in Kentucky.”

JAG is celebrating its 40th year of delivering exceptional results in helping young people achieve economic and academic success. ARH’s commitment to supporting JAG’s mission has been instrumental in empowering young individuals to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

Commenting on the recognition, Dylon Baker, Assistant Vice President of Workforce Initiatives at Appalachian Regional Healthcare, said, “We are truly honored to receive the Outstanding Business Partner Award from Jobs for America’s Graduates. At ARH, we believe in the power of investing in our youth and providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed. Partnering with JAG aligns perfectly with our mission, and we are committed to continuing our efforts to empower the next generation of leaders.”

ARH continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of these young individuals. ARH is committed to fostering a supportive environment for JAG students’ development and success through mentorships, internships, and educational initiatives.

ARH looks forward to expanding its partnership with JAG and is committed to finding even more opportunities to positively impact the lives of young people across the communities it serves.

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Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH), is a not-for-profit health system operating 14 hospitals in Barbourville, Hazard, Harlan, Hyden, Martin, McDowell, Middlesboro, Paintsville, Prestonsburg, West Liberty, Whitesburg, and South Williamson in Kentucky and Beckley and Hinton in West Virginia, as well as multi-specialty physician practices, home health agencies, home medical equipment stores and retail pharmacies and medical spas. ARH employs approximately 6,700 people with an annual payroll and benefits of $474 million generated into our local economies. ARH also has a network of more than 1,300 providers on staff across its multi-state system. ARH is the largest provider of care and the single largest employer in southeastern Kentucky, and the third-largest private employer in southern West Virginia.