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May 2023

April 2023: New & Returning Investors

CORE INVESTOR NEW American Tire Distributors Arnold Consulting Engineering Services Aspire Real Estate Group Best Western Louisville East Inn & Suites Buzzard’s Roost Spirits, LLC Castle & Key 502 Comfort Inn Louisville Southwest FASTSIGNS – Oxmoor Green River Waste, Inc Ivybrook Academy Kentucky Kids Belong Pappy & Company Resurgence Counseling…

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Investor Perspective: Pathways to Healing funds established to support survivors of gun violence

Pathways to Healing funds established to support survivors of gun violence In response to the recent incidents of mass casualty crimes at Old National Bank and Chickasaw Park, the Community Foundation of Louisville has established funds to support the survivors. We acknowledge that those who survived these tragic events will…

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Jacksonville business leaders visit Louisville to glean best practices in downtown development

Louisville, Ky. (May 25, 2023) – This week, Greater Louisville Inc. and more than a dozen community partners hosted business leaders from the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce (JAX Chamber) for their annual downtown trip. JAX Chamber selected Louisville for their trip focused on downtown development after hosting a group of…

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May Investor Spotlight: Harper Slade Racial Equity Advisory

Company: Harper Slade Racial Equity Advisory Founded in: 2022 Describe what your organization does in two sentences. We help organizations cultivate an environment where black and brown talent can thrive. Who do you serve? Any employer or organization interested in growing their DEI maturity and specifically grown in their demonstrable racial equity…

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What you need to know about the PUMP Act

What you need to know about the PUMP Act Last month, the Providing Urgent Maternal Standards Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act requiring employers to provide reasonable accommodations for breastfeeding mothers took effect. The PUMP Act amends a 2010 law and expands the required coverage to more employees who are…

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Greater Louisville Inc. report shows strong economic momentum for region

New data shows no signs of economic slow-down Louisville, Ky. (May 17, 2023) – Greater Louisville Inc. released its quarterly economic summary which highlights the regional economy’s top trends from the first quarter. The report summarizes key vital signs of the economy including unemployment and employment rates, labor force, job…

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Applications open for GLI’s ‘Finding You in Lou’ talent retention program for college students

Louisville, Ky. (May 10, 2023) – Greater Louisville Inc. opened applications for its third annual ‘Finding You in Lou’ professional and leadership development program presented by the University of Louisville. The free, four-week program is open to current college juniors and seniors and will offer two cohorts – one in June…

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Greater Louisville Inc. releases 2023 Legislative Outcomes Report

Louisville, Ky. (May 8, 2023) – Today, Greater Louisville Inc. released its annual Legislative Outcomes Report which recaps the major wins and missed opportunities from the 2023 Kentucky session, names its Most Valued Policymakers, and shares the voting records of Greater Louisville legislators and legislative leadership on key priorities. Many…

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GLI calls for comprehensive immigration and border security reform

GLI joined a coalition led by the U.S. Chamber and signed a joint letter calling upon Congress to address America’s broken immigration system and our nation’s border security. For too long, congressional efforts to reform these systems have stalled, leading to significant costs on communities and the economy. In today’s…

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Mayor Greenberg proposes $1.1 billion budget for Metro Louisville

Last week, Mayor Craig Greenberg presented his first proposed budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year to the Louisville Metro Council. With $1.1 billion in operating and capital spending, this proposal represents the largest budget for the city in history with investments focusing on public safety, infrastructure, and transparency. With a…

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