Greater Louisville Inc.

Celina Roberts on March 13, 2023

As The Metro Chamber of Commerce, Greater Louisville Inc. helps grow businesses and our regional economy. GLI offers one-on-one support for individual businesses during every stage of development, while representing the collective needs of the community, including pursuing pro-growth policies, talent strategies, economic development investment, and inclusion.

As an investor-led nonprofit, it’s this organization’s business to help your business. Greater Louisville Inc. (GLI) works diligently to be the voice of the business community by:

– Advocating for the community at the state and federal level.

– Creating unique programming and initiatives to help your business be successful.

– Solving your talent attraction, retention, and workforce development needs.

– Implementing strategies to grow the regional economy.

 

INVESTOR BENEFITS

As a member of the Chamber, here are a few of the ways investors benefit: – Promotion and visibility with ribbon-cutting ceremonies, event partnership opportunities, the GLI Ambassador program, and other GLI committees.

– A variety of events and opportunities to network, plus the opportunity to use GLI meeting and event space.

– Cost savings programs like discounted health insurance, HR and staffing solutions, cybersecurity, and notary services.

– And, so much more!

If you are not yet an investor in Greater Louisville Inc. and want to take your business to the next level, click here for information on joining as an investor. To discuss the benefits of your organization joining the Chamber, contact Brian Schneider, Director of Investor Development.

 

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REGION DETAILS

Greater Louisville Inc. represents a 15-County/2-State Regional Area:

– Indiana Counties: Clark County, Floyd, Harrison, Scott, and Washington.

– Kentucky Counties: Bullitt, Hardin, Henry, Jefferson, Meade, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, and Trimble.

 

 

 

 

GROWING THE REGIONAL ECONOMY
GLI works to influence growth in the regional economy through business attraction and expansion. A true regional economy requires the collaboration of distinct communities working together to retain and attract an educated and plentiful workforce, enabling the region to grow, thrive and prosper. Only when each of us succeeds do we all succeed – and that includes our regional communities. The Greater Louisville region is made up of 15 counties surrounding the Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana areas, home to more than 1.4 million people and over 58,000 businesses. GLI is here to support your organization whether you’re ready to move counties or expand your footprint. With any questions, email Ben Pratt, Chief of Regional Economic Growth, SVP.

 

NETWORKING & EVENTS
Whether you’re looking to promote your business or make connections, GLI can help! Our brimming schedule of events offers many opportunities to grow your network by creating business connections and advertise your business, learn from industry leaders, explore new and established venues throughout the region, participate in discussions on advocacy, and more!

In addition, our Investor Relations team can help to promote your business through ribbon-cutting ceremonies, social media promotions, and more.

 

 

TALENT & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
GLI puts strong efforts towards talent attraction, retention, and workforce development, as these are challenges that many employers are facing. Our team has developed great solutions to navigate an evolving workforce with strategies that best meet your needs. Whether you are relocating to the region and looking to recruit talent, upskill/reskill your current workforce, build talent pipelines, or expand/sustain current operations, GLI can assist you in navigating Greater Louisville’s robust workforce ecosystem.

WORKFORCE ECOSYSTEM HUB: GLI has developed a robust online platform to help both employers and job seekers identify opportunities and partnerships in our community. These include workforce partners, training programs (free and fee-based), financial aid, apprenticeship resources, and more! Employers can also find resources to eliminate barriers to work, and upskill/reskill their workforce, as well as info on state and federal funding available to supplement the cost of that training.

JOB SEEKER RESOURCES: Search the region’s largest local-only job board at LiveinLou.com/jobs and connect with employers who are looking for talent like you with GLI’s Job Seeker Connection Program. For new-to-Lou residents, connect with City Champs Ambassadors and explore relocation resources. And, if you are a college student, join Live in Lou’s professional and leadership development program called Finding You in Lou.

LINKEDIN TALENT INSIGHTS: Through a partnership with LinkedIn, GLI can develop customized campaigns to help you hire that hard-to-find talent. We analyze available talent across the U.S., identifying geographical areas where the supply of that talent outpaces demand, where salaries and/or cost of living are comparable or beneficial to Greater Louisville, and curate a list of potential candidates who fit those parameters. We then contact the candidates on your behalf and send qualified, interested candidates to your inbox. With any questions, email Christine Tarquinio, Vice President, Talent, Workforce, & Brand Strategies.

PRIVATE LABEL CAMPAIGNS: If you are looking to expand your business or need to fill large numbers of open positions, GLI can build a customized talent attraction campaign for you. Utilizing data gathered from their Talent Insights partnership, GLI will build a customized digital ad campaign to attract needed talent. The GLI team develops the creative, place and monitor the media, provide weekly optimizations, and reports regularly on engagement. Your role? To accept resumes, interview, and hire great candidates. For more information, email Christine Tarquinio, Vice President, Talent, Workforce, & Brand Strategies.

 

 

ADVOCACY
On the local, state, and federal levels, GLI produces publications to inform policymakers and the business community about key issues and initiatives that will move the Greater Louisville region forward. Check here to see what concepts GLI will be promoting or to see how policymakers have chosen to stand for business.

As an investor-driven chamber of commerce, GLI’s public policy committees, made up of regional business leaders, take the lead in developing GLI’s positions on public policy issues at the local, state, and federal levels. All GLI investors are eligible to serve on one or more of the six Issue Advisory Committees. To learn more about joining a committee, email us.

 

LIVE IN LOU
Live in Lou is the region’s premier talent attraction and retention initiative. GLI has developed a suite of tools to assist you as you recruit top talent to the region. Employers can post open jobs, download relocation information, and point candidates to information on what makes Greater Louisville unique. Also check out the City Champs Ambassador Program that connects new or prospective residents with trained city ambassadors to provide a warm and friendly welcome.

 


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Southern Indiana Works

Celina Roberts on March 9, 2023

Southern Indiana Works, WorkOne Career Center is the region’s Career Center for Clark, Floyd, Harrison, Crawford, Scott and Washington counties in Indiana. SIW provides individuals with training and career services, and partners with businesses to develop solutions to address their talent needs. This organization also offers workshops to help job seekers stay current in the ever-changing job market. Facilitators cover topics like professionalism, resumes, interview skills, social media, job-seeking strategies, Microsoft Office products, and more. See their offerings below for employers, adults, and students.

FOR EMPLOYERS
Southern Indiana Works, WorkOne Career Center provides a variety of unique business services to meet the individual needs of employers, including hiring events, assistance in creating a job description, HR solutions, pre-employment screens, and skills training through in-house training programs, The Skillful Network and on-the-job training.

FOR ADULTS
Southern Indiana Works, WorkOne Career Center also assists job seekers with obtaining high wages in in-demand careers through one-on-one career coaching, career exploration, skills assessments, career fairs, and networking events, and, referrals from the WorkOne Business Services Team. Learn more here.

FOR YOUNG ADULTS/STUDENTS
Through a career pathways approach, SIW WorkOne Career Center assists young adults in the attainment of a High School diploma or equivalent, post-secondary education or training, career exploration and education, work-based learning, and other skills development to prepare the next generation of talent. Learn more here.

For more information, contact Cindy Mahoney, Business Services Manager at [email protected] or 812.941.6404.

 


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Civitas: Regional LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce

Celina Roberts on February 13, 2023

Civitas is the LBGTQ+ Chamber of Commerce which serves the state of Kentucky with Areas in Greater Louisville, Lexington, Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky, Eastern, Southern, & Western Kentucky, and is an affiliate chapter of the National LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.

This organization focuses on LGBTQ+ business certification, education, and networking to strengthen the regional ecosystem based on the idea that supporting diverse-owned businesses is the foundation of community transformation and economic impact. Civitas stands for citizenship, especially as imparting shared responsibility, a common purpose, and sense of community, and was born out of the desire of many stakeholders from Louisville, Cincinnati, Lexington, and beyond to create a chamber focused on supporting and cultivating a thriving LGBTQ+ community. They are proud to have representation from across the LGBTQ+ spectrum already engaged, knowing there will always be opportunities for growth.

For more information, contact [email protected].

 


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Main Street Association

Celina Roberts on February 5, 2023

The Main Street Association is the main source for networking, membership, advocacy and a collective voice, for 40+ years! Main Street Association membership provides businesses and individuals with networking and participation opportunities in forums, luncheons, special events, exhibits and receptions. Plus, businesses can can broaden their exposure and awareness through Main Street Association’s media contacts, cooperative advertising, print materials and social media. Click here to learn more about joining.

For more information, contact Laurie Anne Roberts, Executive Director at [email protected] or 502-561-3493.

 


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NuLu Business Association

Celina Roberts on December 3, 2022

The NuLu Business Association supports the businesses and residents of NuLu through marketing, events, economic growth and integrity of the neighborhood. As home to the greenest commercial building in Kentucky, many historic restoration projects, as well as several restaurants offering organic and locally sourced ingredients, NULU has emerged with a culture of sustainability and a “New” way of thinking about working and living in a historic urban neighborhood.

For more information, contact [email protected].


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Middletown Chamber of Commerce

Celina Roberts on November 3, 2022

The Middletown Chamber helps to create a stronger, more dynamic and prosperous business community. As a member, businesses have a competitive edge with leadership opportunities, networking with business leaders, and business-building initiatives. The Middletown Chamber attracts business leaders from a wide variety of industries. This important advantage provides members with a connection to vital economic and community resources beyond their individual organizations. The Middletown Chamber works to create a climate of growth and success in which all Middletown companies – regardless of size or industry – can prosper together.

For more information, contact [email protected] or (502) 245-0404.


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One Southern Indiana

Celina Roberts on September 18, 2022

One Southern Indiana (1si) is the state-recognized Local Economic Development Organization (LEDO) and Chamber of Commerce for Clark and Floyd counties. Their primary goal is bringing new businesses to Southern Indiana and helping existing businesses grow. Services include assistance in site selection and resources for local and state incentives to get businesses up and running faster and keep them running longer. For businesses, check out 1si’s programs including:

– Local & State Tax Incentives: Indiana is a cost-effective state in which to build a business, as the state’s total business taxes are lower than adjoining states.

– The ONE Fund: The ONE Fund serves small business owners in the Indiana counties of Clark, Floyd, Jefferson, Scott and Washington with loan amounts ranging from $2,000 to $20,000 at an affordable interest rate equal to the Prime Rate plus 2%. Repayment terms are two years for working capital loans, five years for machinery and equipment financing, and seven years for real estate/brick-and-mortar loans.

For more information, contact Lauren Wagoner at [email protected] or Mike Fulkerson, Small Business Navigator, at [email protected] or 812.945.0266.


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Oldham County KY Chamber of Commerce

Celina Roberts on September 15, 2022

The Oldham County KY Chamber of Commerce strives to be the “go to” organization for business networking, business expansion, professional development, community relationships and much more. This Chamber offers business development support, including access to the Small Business Resource Center including manuals, technology and consulting assistance; member networking opportunities and free business promotional support with ribbon-cuttings/groundbreakings; relocation services; and much more!

For more information, contact Heidi Ocheltree at [email protected] or 502-222-1635.


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Louisville Independent Business Alliance

Celina Roberts on September 14, 2022

The mission of the Louisville Independent Business Alliance (LIBA) is to preserve the unique community character of the Metro Louisville area by promoting locally-owned, independent businesses and educating citizens on the value of purchasing locally. In order to pursue LIBA’s mission, the organization will focus on:

1. Informing citizens of the value provided by locally owned businesses, including their importance to the local economy, culture, and social fabric. The goal is to encourage area residents to view themselves as citizens — as members of a community rather than merely as consumers.

2. Offering group branding, promotion and advertising to LIBA members to elevate the individual and collective profiles of locally owned businesses in order to provide marketing and exposure advantages chains routinely enjoy.

3. Creating strong relationships with local government and media to inform local decision-making, give voice to the locally owned independent business community, and promote policies that support community-rooted enterprises.

 

For more information, contact Leslie Spanyer at 502.473.4687 or [email protected].


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Scott County IN Chamber of Commerce

Celina Roberts on September 11, 2022

The Scott County IN Chamber of Commerce strives to build a community of resources for its members by offering the opportunity to work with like-minded professionals to help you grow your business. Since 1991, the Scott County Chamber has committed to education, connection, growth and prosperity to promote and support their members. Whether you are just getting started or are an established business, the Chamber has programs and member benefits to fit your needs, including networking, advertising, events, insurance discounts, and more.

For more information, contact [email protected] or 812-752-4080.


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