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• West Louisville Trailblazers: Honoring WLOU

  • When
    15 Oct 2024
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    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    The Palm Room, 1821 W. Jefferson St.

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• LIBA Membership Engagement Team Meeting

  • When
    16 Oct 2024
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    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuf-CtrjopGtLBXSWExatavweksAQ8wBlU

  Join us for the next Membership Engagement Team Meeting continuing our work to enhance the LIBA experience for our members.  

  This meeting will be via Zoom.  Please register at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuf-CtrjopGtLBXSWExatavweksAQ8wBlU

  Contact leslie@keeplouisvilleweird.com for more information.

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• Morning Coffee with LIBA at Bae's Baekery

  • When
    17 Oct 2024
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Bae's Baekery - 1804 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

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  Thursday, October 17, 9:00am

  Bae's Baekery - 1804 Frankfort Ave.

  Our Morning Coffee has been a great addition to our monthly networking offerings, so we will be continuing this morning meet up in 2024 on the 3rd Thursday of every month!  Please note the new time of 9:00am.  Join us for a casual morning networking at one of our great local coffee shops.  Grab a cup of coffee and make connections before you head into the office.  

  This month we will be gathering at Bae's Baekery located in Clifton.  Hope to see you there!

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• Advocacy Team Meeting

  • When
    23 Oct 2024
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcuceupqTMrE9Him3hFksoUoB5bq-22efWl

  Join us as we create strong relationships with local government and media in order to inform local decision-making and give voice to the locally-owned  independent business community. RSVP, or Contact Patrick Schmidt (pschmidt@tilfordlaw.com) for more information..

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• “Do you think your family will one day take the reins? How to prepare.” - a LIBA Lunch 'N Learn Event

  • When
    29 Oct 2024
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    12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtually via ZOOM

  

  
  

  “Do you think your family will one day take the reins? How to prepare.”

  presented by the Family Business Center

  
  

  Tuesday, October 29, 12:00 - 12:30 pm

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  What is your plan for the future of your business when you decide you’re ready to exit? Have you considered transitioning to a family member? Are you prepared? Are you still trying to figure out where to start? The reality is, one day you will exit your business. Having a plan for that transition is important to maintain continuity of the business for your team members, your clients and it helps maintain or even increase the overall value of your business.

  Join us for a panel discussion featuring subject matter experts in family business and learn more about discussions to have with potential successors in your business, how to prepare, and options to consider. Our panel will share stories, best practices, and tips to help your business succeed into the next generation.

  Panelists include:

  • Candace Bensel, Director of the University of Louisville Family Business Center
  • Evan Manias, Vice President of Operations and Next Generation Family Business Leader from Dine Company
  • Andrea Strange, Vice President of Harding Shymanski, CPA and Family Business Advisor

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• ElevateBiz Speaker Series featuring Tawana Bain

  • When
    13 Nov 2024
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    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Louisville Water Tower - 3005 River Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
  • Spaces left
    57

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  LIBA is proud to present a new event series this year, ElevateBiz Speaker Series: Empowering Independent Entrepreneurs, presented by The Louisville Water Company.

  
  

  FEATURED SPEAKER:  TAWANA BAIN

  

  Tawana Bain embodies the epitome of leadership and innovation, serving as the CEO of American Clean Resources Group, Inc. and partner in Today’s Woman, a regional magazine that fosters sisterhood and empowers women. Spanning a career of over two decades, with expertise in outsourcing, marketing, and CSR, she advises TBAIN & Co, LLC, overseeing Today’s Woman, empowering women, Black Jockeys Lounge’s cultural space in Louisville, Diversity Week at the Kentucky Derby, and Todays Voice’s premium products. Tawana’s leadership garnered recognition in LA Times, Forbes, earning Fleur De Lis Award and NMSDC’s Supplier of the Year. Academically accomplished with a bachelor’s from Brockport State, she treasures family, being a proud mother and grandmother. Her focus on environmental sustainability and community empowerment drives her life’s work, striving to inspire impactful change daily.  Read full bio HERE.

  Hear from Tawana on Wednesday, November 13 at the Louisville Water Tower  (3005 River Rd.) from 12:00n until 1:30pm. The cost for LIBA members and their guests is $15 and for non-members is $30.  Admission includes a box lunch.  Soft drinks and water will be provided.

  Box lunches will be provided by Bristol Catering and include a sandwich option (see below), pasta salad, chips and a cookie.  Registration closes at 12 noon on Wednesday, 11/6. Space is limited - reserve your spot now!

  
  

  Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor ~
  

  

  Louisville Water Tower is a National Historic Landmark and the site of Louisville Water’s original operations in 1860. Today, Louisville Water provides drinking water to nearly one million people in the region. The drinking water is so good it has a trademarked name, Louisville Pure Tap®

  
  

  Box Lunch Sandwich Options:

  • Smoked Turkey Sandwich with Cheddar Cheese
    

  • Honey Baked Ham Sandwich with Gouda Cheese 
    

  • Chicken Salad Sandwich

  • Fresh Vegetable Wrap (with Gouda & Hummus)
    
    

  
  

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• Morning Coffee with LIBA at Blak Koffee II

  • When
    21 Nov 2024
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Blak Koffee, 2820 W. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211

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  Thursday, November 21, 9:00am

  Blak Koffee II - 2820 W. Broadway

  Our Morning Coffee has been a great addition to our monthly networking offerings, so we will be continuing this morning meet up in 2024 on the 3rd Thursday of every month!  Please note the new time of 9:00am.  Join us for a casual morning networking at one of our great local coffee shops.  Grab a cup of coffee and make connections before you head into the office.  

  This month we will be gathering at Blak Koffee II located in the Parkland neighborhood.  Hope to see you there!

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• BOOTH Sign Up for South Louisville Small Business Saturday

  • When
    30 Nov 2024
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    11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Colonial Gardens, 818 W. Kenwood Dr.
  • Spaces left
    4

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  This is the booth sign up for the South Louisville Small Business Saturday Celebration. If you are a South Louisville LIBA member, we'd love to have you at the event!

  Your booth fee is $25 plus a $25 deposit (that will be refunded after you have set up on time and stay for the full event), and a donation to our collection of prizes we are giving away throughout the day. 

  We are specifically looking to feature South Louisville businesses at this event! Let us know about your South Louisville connections on the registration.

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• BOOTH Sign Up for West Louisville Small Business Saturday

  • When
    30 Nov 2024
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    3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Norton Sports & Learning Complex, 3029 W Muhammad Ali Blvd.

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  This is the booth sign up for the West Louisville Small Business Saturday Celebration on Saturday, November 30, 2024. If you are an independent business with West Louisville ties, we'd love to have you at the event!

  Your early bird booth fee is $40 (includes 1 table and 2 chairs). Regular registration fee ($50) starts after October 31. Registration deadline: November 15. 

  Let us know about your West Louisville connections on the registration form. We are giving priority to local, independent businesses (not MLM's) with ties to West Louisville, but may accept other vendors depending on space available. If your application is ultimately not accepted, we will refund your registration fee.

  We are having a football theme for this year's event! We are encouraging the whole family to attend, so some can shop, some can watch the games on the jumbotron, and the kids can play in the fun zone. Concessions will have the usual tailgate items available, and we plan to have a couple of food trucks as well. 

  ALL VENDORS will need to read and accept the SLC's Rules & Regulations and Terms & Conditions.

  FOOD RELATED VENDORS: Because of the contract with the SLC's concessions company, we will not be able to host vendors inside the venue selling ready-to-eat/drink food and beverages. If your items are packaged for gifts or later consumption, that will be acceptable. We will have two food truck spots available for outside the venue.

  
  

  
  

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• LIBA 101: Member Orientation/Refresher

  • When
    03 Dec 2024
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Register via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pd-6vpzktG9AokNvMR6vIEkJJFdezRzXS

  
  

  LIBA 101: Member Orientation/Refresher

  LIBA 101 was created to give new and existing members on overview of LIBA and the benefits of being a member.  Join us to learn ways to maximize your membership and to also learn more about why buying local and supporting the local community is so important.  A presentation will be given by LIBA Board Members that will include: a brief history, our message and collective benefit, ways to get involved and member benefits (including networking meetings, discounts, advertising opportunities and more).

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• LIBA Holiday Party - "Wigging Out with LIBA"

  • When
    04 Dec 2024
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    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    TEN20 Craft Brewery Butchertown - 1020 E Washington St, Louisville, KY 40206

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  Join us on Wednesday, December 4th from 6:00-8:00pm to celebrate the holidays with your fellow LIBA members at our annual holiday party! 

  Have some fun and Wig Out with LIBA!
  

  Wear your favorite wig - at least while we do the judging - and the craziest wig will get a bottle of bourbon! (Wigs are of course optional, but we promise more fun if you wear one.)

  
  

  Need a wig? Check out locals like Caufields and Nitty Gritty!

  
  

  LIBA will provide appetizers and drinks will be available at the bar for purchase.

  
  

  Thanks to our December event sponsor:
  

  
  

  When buying hemp products, Quality, Integrity and Knowledge matter. We are your LOCAL Cannabis Wellness Center! We offer a wide range of Delta 8, Delta 9, and CBD products from safe, reliable, and reputable sources. Every product is federally compliant, vetted and third party tested for quality. 
  

  We truly love to support local companies and regularly partner with other locals businesses to make some of our award winning products. We also make it a priority to support local charities with silent auction items or donations. 

  If you have questions, our experienced friendly staff is here to help. With over 12 years of experience in the hemp industry, and a certified cannabis consultant on staff, you know that we take our knowledge very seriously.  We are also blessed with a certified ASL associate that can help the hearing impaired community as well. Check out our Podcast, Hempin' Happiness, to learn more about the hemp industry. It is available on all major platforms. 

  Through the years, we have been awarded many prestigious titles and truly believe that our loyal and faithful customers are a true blessing. Thank you for choosing us as your favorite hemp and cannabis store! 502 Hemp Wellness Center is honored to be part of the Louisville Community. 

  
  

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• hoLOUdays Shopping Tour: Be Merry & Buy Local

  • When
    06 Dec 2024
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    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Launches at Falls City Beer (Ben's Beer Hall) - 901 E Liberty St, Louisville, KY 40204
  • Spaces left
    29

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  We are happy to announce that we are bringing back the "hoLOUdays Shopping Tour - Be Merry and Buy Local"!

  Join us on Friday, December 6th from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm for this festive tour of local, independent businesses. Participants can visit numerous shops in several Louisville neighborhoods, and receive special discounts at most! The $49 registration fee includes an opening reception, end of the day pizza party, door prizes and tour bus to Butchertown, NULU, and Bardstown Rd. (plus your shopping discounts and chance to win a $200 NULU shopping spree!)

  Activities begin with festive drinks and a light breakfast at Falls City Brewing at 8:30 a.m. Participants will board the bus at 9:30 a.m. to begin their day of shopping.  The bus will return to Falls City at 4:00 pm for pizza and drinks. 

  
  

  Take care of your holiday gift list in the most merry (& local!) way ever.

  
  

  Bus seating is limited.   Tickets are non-refundable. 

  For additional information, contact Leslie Spanyer. 

  
  

  Special Thanks to our Event Sponsor

  
  

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• Morning Coffee with LIBA at Heine Brothers Coffee

  • When
    19 Dec 2024
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Heine Brothers Coffee, 805 Blankenbaker Parkway, Louisville, KY 40243

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  Thursday, December 19, 9:00am

  Heine Brothers Coffee - 805 Blankenbaker Parkway

  Our Morning Coffee has been a great addition to our monthly networking offerings, so we will be continuing this morning meet up in 2024 on the 3rd Thursday of every month!  Please note the new time of 9:00am.  Join us for a casual morning networking at one of our great local coffee shops.  Grab a cup of coffee and make connections before you head into the office.  

  This month we will be gathering at Heine Brothers Coffee located in Middletown.  Hope to see you there!

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• 2025 South Points Buy Local Fair - SAVE THE DATE!

  • When
    13 Jul 2025
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    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Iroquois Park (between the Amphitheater and the Playground)

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE!
  

  Sunday, July 13, 2025

  
  

  Celebrating LOCAL and INDEPENDENT
  businesses in South Louisville.

  
  

  
  

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