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December 5, 2009 Edition
GLI Receives First Kentucky Certification for Six Disciplines ENTERPRISECORP, the enterprise development arm of GLI, has become the first entity in Kentucky certified in the Six Disciplines methodology. ENTERPRISECORP will use this certification and the Six Disciplines process as part of its business advising program, which helps local companies with the potential for growth improve their processes and profitability. The Six Disciplines strategy execution program is a nationally-renowned executive coaching program for small and midsized organizations. It connects a company's vision to its strategies by aligning business plans with business activity. The Six Disciplines program includes business-building methodology, execution coaching, a specialized software system, and opportunities to develop business networks. For more information, visit www.sixdisciplines.com. Six Disciplines with help ENTERPRISECORP serve fast-growth companies in the community. Fast-growth companies create new jobs and wealth, and are responsible for much of Louisville's commercialized innovation and ideas. For more information, visit www.enterprisecorp.com.  Return to article index
Kentucky Rx Card Now Available in Spanish  The popular Kentucky Rx Card is now available in Spanish. Earlier this year, GLI, along with the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, launched the free card program to provide savings of up to 75 percent on prescription drug costs to citizens and employers. The program, one way GLI is working to address member concerns over the affordability of heath coverage, has already provided thousands of companies and individuals with savings on prescription drug costs. The card has no restrictions for membership, no income requirements, no age limitations and no application process, and is accepted at more than 50,000 national and regional pharmacies. If your company would like free Kentucky Rx Cards in English or Spanish to provide to your employees, please contact Leslie Noel at LNoel@GreaterLouisville.com. Citizens can also obtain a Kentucky Rx Card: - Online at www.kentuckyrxcard.com - In the December 17 edition of Louisville's Al Dia newspaper - At all Metro Louisville Public Health and Wellness locations, Neighborhood Place locations, and the Park DuValle Community Health Center The Kentucky Rx Card can be used by the uninsured, underinsured and those who have health insurance but no prescription benefits, as is common with health savings accounts and high-deductible health plans. Even individuals with prescription coverage can use this program for non-formulary or non-covered drugs. For additional information and frequently asked questions regarding the program, click here. Return to article index
Possibility City Snow Globes – Perfect for Holiday Giving!  Looking for the perfect holiday gift for your clients, staff, family and friends? Shake things up this year by giving the new, limited-edition Possibility City snow globe. The snow globe features some of Louisville's most beloved landmarks, from the Louisville Slugger bat and twin spires of Churchill Downs to our waterfront and world-class architecture. This is a gift that keeps on giving, as proceeds will help the community's branding initiative, aimed at promoting our city to businesses, workforce talent, conventions and tourists. Each snow globe costs $24.95, or only $19.95 for orders of 20 or more. Give your clients and staff something memorable this year... something that reminds them to shake things up a little. To purchase a snow globe, visit the Louisville Visitors Center at 301 South Fourth Street, call (502) 379-6109, or go online to www.gotolouisvillestore.com. Return to article index
Webinar Focused on Motivating Long-Term Employees  Is your company proactive in improving the performance of long-term employees? If you're seeking guidance on how to keep seasoned employees motivated, a webinar hosted by Kentucky SHRM and the AARP can help. On Wednesday, December 9, "Fanning the Flames: Reigniting Performance in Long-Term Employees" will examine how your company can get long-term employees reengaged and re-energized about their careers. Learn about shared performance expectations, career planning options, job sabbaticals, flexible work options, job redesign, and sustaining a high-performance culture. Cathy Fyock, Director of Recruiting for Resources Global Professionals, will guide the discussion. The webinar takes place from Noon - 1:30 p.m. The cost is $75, and participants can register by visiting visit www.iwin.uky.edu or calling (859) 296-1089 ext. 221. Return to article index
Missed a GLI Event in 2009? Catch Up Online  Just because you missed one of the 2009 GLI events doesn't mean you have to miss the lessons learned. Video coverage of this year's events is now available online at www.GreaterLouisville.com/ChamberVideos. Review program material and explore new ideas - all from the comfort of your desk. Recent postings include:Small Business Breakfast Club - "Taking a Risk" Business at Breakfast - "Shape Up - Workplace Health & Wellness" Special Event - "Economic Inclusion: Partnering for Success" Capitol Connection - "Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear" Global Business Strategies Forum - "Global Marketing and Advertising: Insights on Consumer Behavior" Be sure to visit the GLI Video Page by clicking on the link above. A special thanks to Head First Media for providing video coverage of these events.
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NAWBO Selects Finalists for EPIC Awards  NAWBO Louisville has announced its finalists for the 16th-annual EPIC Awards Luncheon. This event, taking place in March of 2010, celebrates the success of women-owned businesses in our region. The finalists for the 2010 EPIC Award for Woman Business Owner of the Year are: Denise Jerome - The Catering Company Lisa Knight - Lisa Lynn Design Services Amy Letke - Integrity HR Mindy Munson - Munson Business Interiors Elizabeth Niemann - Elizabeth Neimann Julie O'Bryan - O'Bryan Law Offices Stephanie Ringer - The WorkShop Mary Schmidt - Schmidt Insurance Agency Denise Spalding and Jennifer Eberle - Allegra Printing & Imaging East Cynthia Torp - Solid Light, Inc. For more information on the EPIC Awards, visit www.nawbolouisville.org. Return to article index
Small Business Newsletter Now Available Online  The December edition of the Small Business Administration's Small Business Advocate newsletter is now available online. Topics examined this month include access to small business credit, H-2A Visa rules, pension and retirement plan options, cargo shipping and more. To view the December edition, click here. Return to article index
Check Out Photos from Recent GLI Events  Rishabh Mehrotra, President and CEO of SHPS, spoke to a full house at the Greater Louisville International Professionals program launch party (www.louisvilleinternationals.com). The event, which brought together international professionals and supporters from dozens of countries, was held at Humana, Inc. For more recent photos from GLI events, click here. Return to article index
Bingham Fellow Application Deadline Dec. 7  If you're interested in making a difference in our community, apply to be part of the Bingham Fellows Class of 2010. The topic, "Positioning Louisville as a Green Leader," will focus on helping Louisville succeed as an innovator in environmental and sustainability issues. The Bingham Fellows is the Leadership Louisville Center's community action program. For more than 20 years, it has provided creative leadership solutions to some of the region's most pressing challenges. The program brings together groups of passionate leaders to use a creative problem-solving process to address real community issues. The upcoming program year runs from January to September 2010, with the mission to integrate ecological principles and stewardship with community and business practices. The deadline for applications is Monday, December 7. Click here to learn more and apply. Return to article index
Nominate Female Leaders for Martha Layne Collins Award  The community is invited to nominate women leaders in our community for the 11th-annual Martha Layne Collins Leadership Award. The award celebrates women leaders, their contributions to Kentucky, and their ability to inspire others through personal, community and professional relationships.Nominees are judges on leadership ability, commitment to Kentucky's economic development, service to the community, perseverance in the face of hardship, and commitment to diversity. Nominations are accepted through Thursday, December 31 and can be made by visiting www.womenleadingky.com. Return to article index
Drive-Through Holiday Light Show Benefits Charity  Give the kids (and kids at heart) a thrill this holiday season. Drive through more than 80 animated displays and 2 million sparkling lights at this year's The Gift of Lights at Long Run Park celebration. The display benefits WHAS Crusade for Children and the Salvation Army. The show, stretching for a mile through Long Run Park, is the state's largest holiday light display. It's open now through January 1 from 6 - 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6 - 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The park is located near Shelbyville Road past the Gene Snyder Freeway. The price is $15 a carload, and discounts can be accessed by visiting WHAS's website (www.whas11.com) or by bringing a toy to donate to the Boy's and Girl's Club. For more information, visit www.thegiftoflights.com. Return to article index
Ribbon Cuttings, Open Houses and New Members Ribbon Cuttings, Open Houses & New Members
 Employees cut the ribbon to open Fritz's Salon & Spa for Men. We have many exciting Ribbon Cuttings, Anniversaries and Open House ceremonies coming up. Join GLI staff and Ambassadors at one of the following events, hosted by GLI members. If you're in the neighborhood, please make plans to stop by. You can also check out photos from the latest GLI Ribbon Cuttings by clicking here. We hope to see your face at future events! elements therapeutic massage Date: Tuesday, December 15 Time: 4 - 8 p.m. Ribbon Cutting Noon Location: Westport Village, 1301 Herr Lane Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. Date: Wednesday, January 27 Ribbon Cutting 11:15 a.m. Location: 1915A West Street, New Albany GLI's Newest Members Please help us welcome the newest members of GLI. Our members are engaged in Greater Louisville and have invested in its future. Click here to view a list of companies who have recently joined. Return to article index
Louisville-Area Job Fairs Announced  KentuckianaWorks and the Kentucky Office of Employment and Training have partnered with area public libraries to host a series of regional Job and Resource Fairs over the next two months. All job fairs are free and open to the public, and staff will be on hand to assist with job searches and resume-writing skills.Below is a listing of job fair opportunities: Louisville Free Public Library, Bon Air Branch (2816 Del Rio Place) December 9 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Shepherdsville KentuckianaWorks One-Stop Center (505 Buffalo Run Road) December 1 from10 a.m. - 2 p.m. December 3 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. December 10 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. December 16 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. December 17 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Shelbyville KentuckianaWorks One-Stop Center (31 Mt. Rushmore Court) December 2 from 1 - 4 p.m. Shelby County Public Library (309 8th Street) December 17 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. January 14 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Main Oldham County Library (308 Yager Avenue) December 11 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. January 11 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Henry County Public Library (172 Eminence Terrace) December 18 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Trimble County Public Library (112 Hwy 42) January 15 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bullitt County Public Library (127 N. Walnut Street) January 19 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Spencer County Public Library (168 Taylorsville Road) January 22 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, email james.boyd@ky.gov or call (502) 595-4003 Ext. 4028.
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Celebrate the Holidays… Underground!  You've seen Christmas lights on houses and buildings... but have you ever seen them underground? Now through January 3, enjoy Louisville MEGA Cavern's Lights Under Louisville. The cavern underneath the Louisville Zoo will be transformed into a light spectacular, with 35 displays, hundreds of characters and a million lights.For the first time ever, the MEGA Cavern's Lights Under Louisville will allow visitors to drive their own vehicles inside the cavern to experience this unique holiday wonderland. The display is open Monday through Friday from 6 - 10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. The cost is $20 per carload. For more information, click here. Return to article index
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| Upcoming GLI Events |
| December 8 | |
| How to Network | |
| Speakers: | Refresh your networking skills at this fast-paced seminar. |
| Location: | OEC, Office Environment Company |
| Time: | 8 - 10:30 a.m. |
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This event is an exclusive benefit of GLI membership. There is no cost to attend, but registration is limited.
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Presenting Sponsor The Michael Strickland Group |
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| December 10 | |
| Employer Workshop: Regional Internship Program | |
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Learn how to implement a successful intern program that benefits your company. This workshop is for businesses with current programs and businesses seeking to start programs.
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| Location: | Indiana University Southeast - University Center Building |
| Time: | 9 - 11:30 a.m. |
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There is no cost to attend this workshop. |
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| December 16 | |
| Employer Workshop: Regional Internship Program | |
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Learn how to implement a successful intern program that benefits your company. This workshop is for businesses with current programs and businesses seeking to start programs.
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| Location: | McKendree College |
| Time: | 9 - 11:30 a.m. |
| Cost: | There is no cost to attend this workshop. |
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| February 18 | |
| Louisville 101 | |
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This program introduces community newcomers to Louisville. Topics covered include government structure, local history and economic development.
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| Location: | Greenebaum Doll & McDonald |
| Time: | 8 a.m. - Noon |
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Presenting Sponsor Old National Bank Supporting Sponsor Louisville Magazine Event Host Greenebaum Doll & McDonald |
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If you have any event related questions, please call 625-0000. |
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