On June 21st, 5 startups are taking the stage for our next edition of 5 Across. Clap and cheer as the 5 companies pitch their businesses to the crowd Shark Tank-style. The winner will receive $500 cash, PLUS the opportunity to accept a $5,000 investment from Keyhorse Capital, a branch of KSTC! We will also […]

Coffee Connections is not just a cup of coffee, it's an opportunity to meet other business professionals and community leaders, build new partnerships, make new friends, and exchange ideas in a comfortable and intimate environment. No agenda - Come for the coffee - stay for the connections.. Interested in hosting the next Coffee Connections? Contact […]

To remain competitive in today’s economy, companies need to diversify their supply chain by working with a diverse slate of vendors. Hear from our expert panel about the importance of supply chain diversity and how to do it

A solid marketing plan is a contributing factor to the success of a business. That is especially true in the government contracting arena. During this webinar, we will walk through the analysis of your GovCon market and explore strategies you can put in place to capture more business.

Join our virtual Q&A with SBA session every Thursday. We answer a few of the questions we received during the week and then answer any questions you may have. This session is hosted by the SBA West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee district offices. 

Growth is a good problem to have, but can be challenging to navigate. Whether you’re part of a larger organization or a smaller local business, these leaders will share their stories and help attendees learn some new tools when it comes to managing change, growth, driving innovative ideas forward, and navigating the successes and struggles […]

STRONG WOMEN, STRONG COFFEE Join us every fourth Friday of the month for an exciting, inspiring hour with women throughout Louisville discussing a variety of topics related to your business and career goals!  Each month, we will present a special guest speaker to offer words of wisdom, advice, experience, and encouragement, and we will discuss […]

Our Virtual Office Hours are the perfect opportunity to engage with the Launch Blue coaches and instructors. Whether you are looking for more information about one of our programs, have a question about your application, or are a tech founder looking for advice join us Fridays at 12:30-1:30 pm ET.

Civitas and the Louisville Pride Center have partnered up to offer monthly networking mixers for Civitas members. Join us for a casual networking mixer from 4pm to 6pm at the Louisville Pride Center.

Option 1: Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Journey (repeat)Option 2: Countdown to Launch or We Have LiftoffFor those who've already met with a business coach and are ready to register their business, our team will be available for walk-in one-on-one assistance in registering your LLC and obtaining your Federal EIN OR registering for your state and local tax numbers.

Startup Breakfast is an online event via Zoom. Hours are 8:00a - 9:00a (US Eastern Time). Please use the following link to register for and access this session:https://uky.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rfumsqjMuHdQJUG1ScXOK0Y0Zo_FD7wva After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Design Thinking is a human-centered approach to innovation that emphasizes understanding the needs and preferences of users and creating solutions that meet those needs. In this event topic, we will explore how Design Thinking methodologies can be applied to product development, from ideation to prototyping to iteration. You will learn how to: We will also cover […]