Louisville Independent Business Alliance upcoming events

LIBA South Work Group Meeting (09 Sep 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

We will use this meeting to continue our work to support and grow independent businesses in South Louisville. Contact Rachel@keeplouisvilleweird.com for more information.

Cocktails & Connections at Vines Wine Bar & Spirit Shop (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Cocktails & Connections - A LIBA Member Event

Thursday, September 17

4:30 - 6:00pm

Join us for Cocktails and Connections at Vines Wine Bar & Spirits Shop (1985 Douglas Blvd.) for an evening dedicated to celebrating independent businesses and expanding your local network.

Gather with fellow LIBA Members to unwind after the workday with excellent drinks, great conversation, and meaningful local connections. Bring plenty of business cards and get ready to toast to the success of Louisville’s vibrant local economy!

LIBA will provide lite bites from Paul's Fuit Market as well as a wine tasting. A cash bar will be available for cocktails, wine, and spirits.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsor -

Small Business Audit and Direct Install Program

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Please note that LIBA takes photos at all of our events for use on our social media channels and website.

LIBA Advocacy Team Meeting (21 Sep 2026)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

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. Contact Patrick Schmidt for more information, or attend the meeting to find out more.

Click the "register" button to RSVP and a Zoom link will be sent to you.

LIBA Membership Engagement Team Meeting (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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

(This is a working committee meeting, not a networking event. All LIBA members interested in helping shape our membership experience are welcome to participate!)

The meeting will be held via Zoom.

Contact leslie@keeplouisvilleweird.com for more information.

Morning Coffee with LIBA at Think Tank Marketing (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Thursday, September 24, 9:00am

Think Tank Marketing - 101 North 7th St., 4th Floor

Join us for a casual and productive morning of networking! Our monthly "Morning Coffee with LIBA" series brings together Louisville's independent business community.

Each month, a different partner member business will generously host this event, giving them a chance to showcase their unique space and services. Grab a fresh cup of coffee, enjoy some delicious pastries, and make valuable connections with like-minded individuals and entrepreneurs in a relaxed atmosphere before your workday begins.

Whether you're a long-time member or new to the community, this is the perfect way to connect and learn more about supporting local.

This month we will be gathering at Think Tank Marketing. Coffee and pastries will be provided by Think Tank. Hope to see you there!

Hosting Morning Coffee with LIBA is a benefit of being a LIBA Partner Member.
Click HERE for more information on Partner Memberships or email Leslie.

Please note that LIBA takes photos at all of our events for use on our social media channels and website.

LIBA Advocacy Team Meeting (05 Oct 2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Click the "register" button to RSVP and a Zoom link will be sent to you.

The Cost of Credit Cards: Swipe Fees & Small Business (08 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

The Cost of Credit Cards: Swipe Fees & Small Business
Thursday, October 8
Noble Funk (922 S 2nd Street)
Event opens at 11:30am for networking, program begins at 12pm.

$20 per person, includes Soup and Sandwich Buffet with lemonade or water. Cash bar available.

Every time a customer uses a credit card, a portion of that transaction goes toward swipe fees. These are an increasingly significant cost for independent businesses operating on tight margins. Visa and Mastercard control roughly 85% of the U.S. credit card network market, leaving local businesses with limited ability to negotiate or choose how transactions are processed. Join LIBA for a conversation about how the credit card payment system works, what these fees mean for our members, and what policymakers can do to bring greater competition to the marketplace.

We'll begin with an introduction from Dan Swanson, consultant to the Merchants Payments Coalition (joining us via Zoom), who will explain the issue and highlight the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA), bipartisan legislation designed to increase competition by requiring the nation's largest credit card-issuing banks to offer at least two payment networks, including one outside the Visa-Mastercard duopoly. The legislation has attracted support from lawmakers across party lines and from President Trump, and it was reintroduced in 2026 with support from both Democratic and Republican members of Congress.

Following the presentation, we'll hear in-person from local elected officials (more info soon) about the role states can play in promoting competition, protecting small businesses, and advocating for federal action, followed by an audience Q&A. This is an opportunity for independent business owners to better understand one of the hidden costs of doing business, and for Kentucky policymakers to hear directly from our members, who feel the impact of swipe fees every day.

The Soup and Sandwich Bar will feature pre-built sandwiches (ham, turkey, or roasted veggies - a gluten-free option is available upon request), soup, and a dip trio accompanied by flatbread and veggies. Reserve your spot now!

Please note that LIBA takes photos at all of our events for use on our social media channels and website.

Morning Coffee with LIBA at TARC (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Thursday, October 22, 9:00am

Transit Authority of River City (TARC) - 1000 W. Broadway

Join us for a casual and productive morning of networking! Our monthly "Morning Coffee with LIBA" series brings together Louisville's independent business community.

Whether you're a long-time member or new to the community, this is the perfect way to connect and learn more about supporting local.

This month we will be gathering at Transit Authority of River City. Coffee and pastries will be provided by TARC. Hope to see you there!

Hosting Morning Coffee with LIBA is a benefit of being a LIBA Partner Member.
Click HERE for more information on Partner Memberships or email Leslie.

Please note that LIBA takes photos at all of our events for use on our social media channels and website.

Morning Coffee with LIBA at Highland Professional Group (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Thursday, November 19, 9:00am

Highland Professional Group - 225 S Hurstbourne Pkwy. #201

Join us for a casual and productive morning of networking! Our monthly "Morning Coffee with LIBA" series brings together Louisville's independent business community.

Whether you're a long-time member or new to the community, this is the perfect way to connect and learn more about supporting local.

This month we will be gathering at Highland Professional Group. Coffee and pastries will be provided by HPG. Hope to see you there!

Hosting Morning Coffee with LIBA is a benefit of being a LIBA Partner Member.
Click HERE for more information on Partner Memberships or email Leslie.

Please note that LIBA takes photos at all of our events for use on our social media channels and website.

Morning Coffee with LIBA and LIBA 101 at Bourke Accounting (17 Dec 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Thursday, December 17, 9:00am

Bourke Accounting, 1638 E. Market St., New Albany

Join us for a casual and productive morning of networking! Our monthly "Morning Coffee with LIBA" series brings together Louisville's independent business community.

We will also be conducting our LIBA 101 - Member Orientation/ Refresher. (LIBA 101 was created to give new and existing members an 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).

Whether you're a long-time member or new to the community, this is the perfect way to connect and learn more about LIBA and supporting local.

This month we will be gathering at Bourke Accounting in New Albany. Coffee and pastries will be provided by Bourke Accounting.

Hope to see you there!

Please note that LIBA takes photos at all of our events for use on our social media channels and website.