The University of Kentucky is the largest employer in Fayette County, with over 30,000 students, 20,000 employees and a presence in all 120 counties in the Commonwealth.  UK is an economic engine in the local and state economy.  In this webinar we will discuss how to do business with UK, the progress of the supplier […]

Startup Investing 101 is an educational program for individuals who have the financial capacity to invest $5,000+ in a startup at the pre-seed or seed stage. Each month, attendees learn something new about startup investing, meet fellow funders and founders, listen to pitches, and have the opportunity to invest directly into a startup.

Black Business & Bourbon is an exciting new way for professionals, creatives, founders, and entrepreneurs to be intentional in networking.

Join us at Bluegrass Blockchain's Fall meetup in Lexington on September 30 @ 6pm at Awesome Inc. to network with local blockchain enthusiasts, technologists, employers and investors over free food and drinks while learning about our topic, The Future of Bitcoin.

Queer Kentucky, Code Louisville, Grid Principles and Black UX Labs are partnering to begin building a community of LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs in Kentucky. Our first event will be on Friday October 1 at 6p.m. in the Story Louisville Classroom. Food and drinks will be provided for attendees. Spend an intimate evening networking and hearing from Queer […]

Description Is your business protected from Cybercrime? Cybersecurity Experts will discuss the latest overview on scams and fraud challenges which we are facing in the U.S. Detailed examples will be shared of how both organized criminals and cybersecurity professionals are in a technological race by leveraging the latest technology. Attendees will learn about: The latest […]

Join us in October for the finals of our Venture Sharks pitch competition, where four early-stage companies and entrepreneurs who are seeking funding for their business plans will compete for cash and prizes. Venture Sharks has awarded more than $100,000 in prizes since it was launched in 2010. The top ideas were selected to compete […]

Roll out the red carpet... it's time for a show! 5 Across, otherwise known as “Lexington’s Version of Shark Tank," is BACK! This time, 5 startups will step into the spotlight and pitch their businesses at the Lyric Theatre! We will also have a delicious catered meal before the event. Join us for a night with the […]

Launch Blue’s SBIR Lab aims to help SBIR/STTR applicants and awardees consider the high-level commercialization strategies around their technology.

Join us in the class room at Story for our monthly morning series: Story Mornings. Story has been a pioneer in providing unique coworking spaces for startups to plant their seeds and network within the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Louisville. We use Story Mornings as a way to give back to our community by diving deep […]

The Community Foundation of Louisville proudly presents the 2021 Vogt Invention and Innovation award recipients to the community! You will hear from six local, tech startups looking to disrupt their industries through their innovative businesses. Join us for networking, live presentations by company founders, and an in-person reunion with the Louisville entrepreneurial community. If you prefer, you […]

Join the Network of Entrepreneurial Women at 6:00pm on Wednesday, October 13th at Pappy & Company (843 E. Market St.) for an evening of beverages, bites, learning and networking. Our October speakers will be the Van Winkle sisters with Pappy & Company Pappy & Company is a brand inspired by a love of family, creativity, […]