Louisville Local Business Expo |
EVERYONE WELCOME! | Make it your business |
Find dozens of local providers for your business needs, and so much more... |
REUSABLE SHOPPING BAGS The first 250 attendees of the event will receive a special edition tote bag. An excellent accessory for all of your visits to Expo booths and buying local in general! QUICK LEARNS Scattered throughout the event, these "quick learns" will offer brief (ie. 10-15 minutes) one-on-one consultations so attendees can quickly get some personalized, hands on knowledge from experts. You are encouraged to bring your laptop and materials from your business to work on. Looks Good On The Socials - Smart Phone
Photography
Open up your lens a little wider with Caleb Perry Photography by diving in to the balance of light, color, perspective, and authenticity in creative expression across social media platforms. Expand your presence or brand and maintain engagement in 2025. Website Health Check Make sure your website is 2025 ready for search ranking and website visitors. You’ll get a report of key metrics for your site as well as a list of recommended fixes and updates. Business Financials: Know Your Numbers Meet with bookkeeping expert Bethany Witten, PMP, MBA of Hat Rack Business Solutions for best practices and guidance on keeping your books organized and up to date so you can make informed business decisions using real performance data to set and meet your profitability goals. Please note that this consultation will focus on bookkeeping aspects of accounting, not tax guidance.
Professional Coaching Services
Learn how a professional coach can help you achieve your personal and professional goals! Professional coaching offers personalized guidance and support, helping you identify your strengths, clarify your goals, and develop a strategic plan to achieve them. Soar Consulting works with clients by understanding their energy on a normal day and when in stress. This breakout will help you understand your anabolic and catabolic energy and how that impacts your goals. In addition, participants will receive 50% off the ELI (Energy Leadership Index), an assessment that provides your individual energy profile. Got Marketing? Tips for creating a strategic marketing plan. Every business, of any size, needs a marketing strategy. For local businesses, that can be challenging, especially if you don’t have a dedicated marketing person or team. Learn tips for creating a 2025 strategic marketing plan designed just for your biz. Interacting With Local Government with Dre Dawson, Metro Council Legislative Aide - Register Here
Insightful session on interacting with local government. Learn to navigate city resources, build relationships with key departments, and leverage local policies to grow your business. We’ll be in touch prior to see what specific subjects you’d like to address.
Explore how to identify and highlight what sets your business apart across digital and TV platforms. Learn key strategies for tailoring your message to your audience, creating impactful campaigns, and maximizing your reach.
Healthy Heart for a Healthy Business
Receive a cardiovascular health consultation that would include taking a personal medical history and vitals sign check. If you have concerns about your health but don't know where to get started, this will be a good place to start! Maximize Your LIBA Membership You may be considering a membership, new to LIBA, or a member for years. Anyone can benefit from spending 15 minutes with our Membership Engagement Director to talk about your unique business and how to best use your membership benefits. | FUN, FESTIVAL ATMOSPHERE From the promoters of the "Keep Louisville Weird" slogan, you can rest assured this won't be your usual business networking event. PHOTOS FROM OUR 2024 EXPO (More photos from Avatar Graphic Services and Caleb Perry Photography can be found on our FB page.) WIN GREAT PRIZES
Prizes, Prizes, Prizes at Many Booths!
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THANKS TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS! |
Stock Yards Bank and Trust Co. Kick Off Lunch Table Sponsors: |
We have all become more aware of the reasons to buy local – and they apply just as much to our business purchases as our personal ones. This event will give attendees the chance to ‘walk the talk’ and find quality, local vendors for their business purchases. After all, a market shift of just 10% to local independent businesses would retain an additional $416 million in our regional economy, which helps all of our businesses! Other Vendors:
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