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2020 has been a year like no other, filled with unprecedented challenges and continued uncertainty. As we entered this new decade, Kentucky’s economy was growing, unemployment was low, and our workforce participation was rising. This growth ended when COVID-19 hit, and businesses were forced to close, scale back, and retool…

New information is now available for Kentucky’s Food and Beverage Relief Fund. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the $40 million fund last week in conjunction with new COVID-19 restrictions that included a suspension of in-person dining. The fund is intended to provide financial relief to restaurants and bars impacted by…

A statement from GLI President & CEO Sarah Davasher-Wisdom on Louisville Metro Council’s passage of 422 East Main TIF: “Investment in downtown is more critical than ever to our region’s economic growth and recovery. Greater Louisville Inc. commends Louisville Metro Council for approving a new TIF to develop an underutilized…

Statement from GLI President and CEO Sarah Davasher-Wisdom regarding Louisville Metro Council’s passage of Civilian Review Board proposal: “Greater Louisville Inc. recognizes the pressing need for increased public confidence in our law enforcement.  Distrust between law enforcement and the community has long created significant barriers and perpetuated systemic problems which…

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced new COVID-19 restrictions, impacting businesses and schools throughout the Commonwealth. The new restrictions go into effect on November 20 and are set to expire on December 13. Last month, Governor Beshear announced new recommendations for counties with high infection rates.

Greater Louisville Inc. Announces Inc.credible Awards Finalists 20th Annual Awards Honor Louisville Small Businesses  Louisville, Ky. (November 18, 2020) – Greater Louisville Inc. (GLI) today announced 34 finalists selected for the 20th annual Inc.credible Awards presented by NuLease Medical Solutions. Each year, the Inc.credible Awards recognize and celebrate the achievements of greater Louisville’s…

Founded In: 2012 By: Tyler Jury & Clay Simpson Number of Employees: 45 Describe what your organization does in two sentences… Clayton & Crume is a maker of handcrafted leather goods ranging from men’s belts to ladies bags. Clay Simpson & Tyler Jury founded the company in their college dorm room making belts –…

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Name:  George Griffiths Title:  Independent Agent Company: SenText Solutions LLC. How long have you been a GLI Ambassador? I have been an Ambassador for several years, and have been an investor for some time with a couple different companies. What is your favorite part about being a GLI Ambassador? My favorite…

This week, Louisville Metro’s Department of Public Health and Wellness announced that the city would be increasing inspections of businesses to ensure compliance with state and local COVID-19 guidelines. These inspections coincide with significant increases in positive COVID-19 cases in Louisville, Kentucky, and Indiana as well as throughout the country.