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Inside This Issue: Photo by Bill Straus Photography @330 Series Presents “Worksite Wellness: A Wise Business Strategy” Paul Miller Ford Mazda Hosts Business Link on October 22nd Commerce Lexington Inc., GLI Announce Joint 2014 Leadership Visit Lexington Cited as Strongest On- Line Business Community in KY www.CommerceLexington.com BUSINESS FOCUS October 2013: Volume XXI, Issue X

INSIDE THIS ISSUE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: 4-5 NOHMs Technologies to Locate Facility in Lexington, KY IEDC Recognizes Commerce Lexington Inc. & BBDP Business Focus is published once a month for a Google Names Lexington, KY Among its eCities total of 12 issues per year by Commerce Lexington Kauffman Foundation Cites Lexington for Startup Density Inc., 330 East Main Street, Suite 100, Lexington, KY 40507. Phone: (859) 226-1600 EVENTS: 2013 Chair of the Board: 6-14 Danny Murphy, Assistant Dean of Opportunity Exchange Features New Format October 24 Administration and Community Engagement @330 Series: “Worksite Wellness: A Wise Business Strategy” University of Kentucky College of Law Paul Miller Ford Mazda Hosts Business Link Oct. 22 Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon Recap Publisher: Robert L. Quick, CCE, President & CEO BOAB Enrollment Event is Thursday, October 17 Commerce Lexington Inc. CLX & GLI to Plan Joint 2014 Leadership Visit to Charlotte Editor: Mark E. Turner Communications Specialist: Elizabeth Bennett Printing: Post Printing 14-19 GET CONNECTED: Mail Service: Lexington Herald-Leader Ambassador Spotlight: Angie Dennis, Employment Solutions Subscriptions are available for $12 and are Winner’s Circle 2013 Campaign Progress included as a direct benefit of Commerce Lexington Inc. membership. Business Focus Leadership Development Session Recaps (USPS 012-337) periodical postage paid at Welcome New Commerce Lexington Inc. Members Lexington, Kentucky. Member Personnel Announcements & Awards POSTMASTER: Send address corrections to Business Focus, Commerce Lexington Inc., P.O. Box 1968, Lexington, KY 40588-1968.

WHAT 2 WATCH 4 DISPLAY RATES For DISPLAY RATES in Business Focus, contact Dana Zinger at (859) 226-1607 or [email protected], and an account executive will contact you. Columbia Gas of Kentucky Oct. 8th @330 Series Continues Presents New Opportunity With Presentation on Worksite PERSONNEL UPDATES Exchange Format on October 24 Wellness: A Wise Business Strategy Submit your company’s awards and milestones or personnel changes and additions to [email protected]. Personnel news might include promotions, additions, awards and milestones, recogni- tions and certifications and/or appoint- ments. Information is published only as Salute to Small Business Recap: space permits. Paul Miller Ford Mazda Hosts Bates Security, LLC Named 2013 Business Link on October 22 Small Business of the Year

2 BUSINESS FOCUS OCTOBER 2013 CLX, GLI Announce 2nd Joint Leadership Visit; Leaders to Visit Charlotte, NC in 2014

For the second time since 2010, represen- tatives of two of Kentucky’s largest cham- bers of commerce – Commerce Lexington Inc. and Greater Louisville Inc. – will come together for a joint Leadership Visit. The des- tination selected for 2014 is Charlotte, North Carolina (dates to be determined). The 2010 joint trip to Pittsburgh attracted well over 300 people. Commerce Lexington Inc. has led its own intercity visits for 74 years, while Greater Louisville Inc.’s GLIDE trip has been occur- ring each year since 1985. Charlotte and its region boast many Fortune 500 companies, rapid job growth, and national recognition as a great place to start a small business and America’s most livable community. It is the second-largest banking center in the nation and is known for exceptional ease of access with many non-stop flights at its airport. Besides the banking industry, Charlotte also has a large utilities industry, sizable manufacturing segment, and a growing number of international companies. Participants from Lexington and Louisville will be able to examine the area’s attributes and challenges in advanced manufacturing, regionalism, entrepreneurship, and workforce initiatives. The dates for this joint Leadership Visit will be announced once confirmed.

Over 300 people from Lexington & Louisville participated in the 2010 Leadership Visit to Pittsburgh. (Photo by Bill Straus Photography)

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 3 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

A Collaborative Effort of the Bluegrass Business Development Partnership (BBDP):

SUBMITTED BY: Gina Greathouse, Margaret Ridley, Kimberly Rossetti & Alaina Stokes, Commerce Lexington Inc. Economic Development Division Latest News: NOHMs Technologies to Locate Battery Facility in Lexington Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear NOHMs Technologies has devel- announced on September 4 NOHMs oped a battery that is based on lithi- Technologies Inc.’s decision to um-sulfur chemistry. The company’s locate the company’s R&D, product vision is to commercialize lithium- development, business operations sulfur battery technology that will and a state-of-the-art research, man- revolutionize vehicle markets, ufacturing and product development including everything from spacecraft facility for military, cell phone and to electric automobiles. The compa- electric vehicle lithium-ion batteries ny believes its lithium-sulfur batter- in Lexington. The formal announce- ies can deliver enough energy at a ment was held at NOHMs’ new cost low enough to allow mass com- offices in the Spindletop mercialization of electric vehicles. Administration Building. Several key NOHMs, which plans to create leaders also in attendance to cele- up to 162 jobs and invest more than brate this success include Lexington $5.3 million in the project, will utilize Mayor Jim Gray, University of the Kentucky - Argonne Battery Kentucky President Dr. Eli Capilouto, Manufacturing Research and and Bob Quick, President and CEO Development Center and the of Commerce Lexington Inc. University of Kentucky’s Spindletop Founded in October 2010, Administration Building.

TOP RIGHT: Left to right - NOHMs CEO Nathan Ball, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear, Commerce Lexington Inc. President & CEO Bob Quick, University of Kentucky President Dr. Eli Capilouto, and Lexington Mayor Jim Gray at the NOHMs announcement on September 4th. BOTTOM RIGHT: Nathan Ball presented Governor Beshear with a NOHMs T-shirt to commem- orate the day. (Photos by Mark E. Turner | Commerce Lexington Inc.)

CLX, BBDP Recognized by International ON THE ROAD: IAMC The economic development team was on the road again in Economic Development Council September. Commerce Lexington participated in the Industrial Asset Management Council (IAMC) Fall Forum in Salt Lake City at the end Commerce Lexington Inc. and the Bluegrass Business Development of September. The member-only organization brings together corpo- Partnership recently received two awards from the International Economic rations, site selection consultants, and economic development pro- Development Council (IEDC) for two of our economic development programs. fessionals in an educational and networking setting. IAMC offers a Commerce Lexington Inc. won a Bronze Award in the Special Event category great opportunity for Lexington to market our region to end-users, as for our event last December entitled “Art of the Deal: Why Bingham Chose well as site selection consultants who represent major companies. Lexington for its Global Services Center.” Our award submission outlined why We have participated for over a year and continue to cultivate and the event was held and what it entailed. building new relationships through this event. Additionally, the Bluegrass Business Development Partnership (BBDP) won a Bronze Award in the Technology-Based Economic Development category for Lexington Venture Club Meets Nov. 20 the SBIR/STTR Rent Subsidy Incentive Program. The BBDP described the Please join us on Wednesday, November 20, from 11:30 a.m. uniqueness of the innovative program for our city, which is attracting high- – 1:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Lexington for the next tech companies to Lexington. Lexington Venture Club event. Cost to attend is $35 per per- We received the awards at the annual IEDC conference in Philadelphia. son. Please RSVP to Ann Linton Smith at (859) 226-1621 or Congrats to the economic development team for the acknowledgement! [email protected].

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4 BUSINESS FOCUS OCTOBER 2013 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Google Names Lexington an Kauffman Report Ranks Lexington High for eCity With Strongest On-line High-Tech Startup Density, Gains Since 1990 Business Community in KY A new report recently released by the high-technology and information technol- Kauffman Foundation entitled ogy (ICT) sectors. According to a report by Google recently named "Comparing Metropolitan Performance: Ian Hathaway of Engine that looked close- Lexington among its list High-Tech and ICT Startup Density" ranks ly at the dynamism of the high-tech and of 2013 eCities, which rec- Lexington, Kentucky #10 among the Top ICT sectors in the United States, particu- ognizes the strongest Small-Mid Metropolitan Areas and larly new and young companies, these are online business commu- Divisions by High-Tech Startup Density the firms that create jobs at the fastest nity in each state. Google and #4 among the largest increases in pace and are important drivers of eco- and independent research density since 1990. nomic growth.” firm Ipsos MORI ana- The report states, “Regional entrepre- This particular Kauffman Foundation lyzed the online strength neurship ecosystems, aka startup com- report took a closer look at the relative of local small businesses munities, are being studied and touted as performance of metropolitan areas over in cities in all fifty states. The city with the highest the next new thing in economic develop- the past twenty years in terms of high-tech scores in each state was designated a 2013 Google ment for cities and metropolitan areas entrepreneurship. eCity. across the country—especially in the Google said, “The businesses in Lexington, Kentucky’s second-largest city, are digitally savvy and represent the community across the web to By The Numbers: locals, students, and racehorse fans alike. This In 2013, Commerce Lexington’s Economic Development Division has responded Thoroughbred city sets the pace for the state.” to calls from the following: For more information or to find out what other U.S. cities made the list, visit here: New Business: 66 new prospects interested in finding a new location or expand- www.google.com/economicimpact/ecities/ ing operations. index.html#KY. Existing Clients & Local Entrepreneurial Companies: 33 companies with potential expansions in Lexington. Client Visits: 24 Existing Business Visits: 97

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 5 EVENTS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2013 | 4:30 - 6:30 P.M. | CLARION HOTEL (1950 NEWTOWN PIKE) October 24th Opportunity Exchange Event is All About Connections

PRESENTED BY: This Fall, Commerce Lexington’s Minority and Women Business procure- Opportunity Exchange will take on a new ment programs. Those programs have look. In addition to great networking and received numerous awards for their interaction between minority businesses effectiveness in ensuring inclusion by all in the Lexington community, the event businesses in MSD’s procurement will feature a special matchmaking ses- processes. Bill also served as sion. Thanks to Presenting Sponsor, President/CEO of the Kentuckiana Columbia Gas of Kentucky, this part of Minority Supplier Development Council HOST SPONSOR: the event will feature procurement (KMSDC), a private, non-profit organi- opportunities for those businesses in zation whose mission is to help certified Clarion Hotel BILL STONE attendance. minority businesses to grow and pros- GOLD SPONSOR: After the matchmaking session, per. Under the supervision of his Board Messer Construction attendees will hear from Bill Stone, a of Directors, Bill successfully built a consultant for his home-based business WRITTEN cooperative work team that redesigned and rebuilt SILVER SPONSOR: ‘N STONE. Bill has over 30 years of experience in all internal work systems. WUKY 91.3 FM Supplier Diversity, Affirmative Action, EEO and MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Minority and Women Business Program develop- TO REGISTER: ment. PROGRAM SPONSORS: The Opportunity Exchange will take place on Blue Grass Airport Thursday, October 24th at the Clarion Hotel (1950 Fifth Third Bank ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Newtown Pike) from 4:30-6:30 p.m. (matchmaking LG&E - Kentucky Utilities Co. Having worked for 15 years at the Louisville & from 4:45-5:30 p.m.). Cost is $10 for CLX members, PNC Bank Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District as and $20 for potential members. Please RSVP to Ann University of Kentucky their Affirmative Action Officer, Bill Stone spear- Linton Smith at [email protected]. Windstream Communications headed the development of their inaugural

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EVENTS

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2013 | 3:30 - 5:00 P.M. | COMMERCE LEXINGTON INC. (330 EAST MAIN STREET) @330 Series Presents “Worksite Wellness: A Wise Business Strategy” Amid soaring health spend- PRESENTED BY: THE SPEAKERS: ing, there is growing interest Carol Donnelly is the president in workplace wellness pro- and founder of KC WELLNESS, grams to improve health and INC. (KCW), which has been lower cost. The approach that offering worksite wellness has proven the most effective screenings and education to is to implement an evidence- companies since 1995. based comprehensive health Organizations use the compa- GOLD SPONSORS promotion program that ny’s long-term health promo- includes individual risk reduc- QX.net CAROL SUSAN tion strategies to meet their TravelHost of the Bluegrass tion programs, coupled with DONNELLY BREWER business objectives and gain a environmental supports for competitive advantage in the healthy behaviors and is coor- marketplace. Susan Brewer is an accomplished FOOD SPONSOR dinated and integrated with other wellness activi- Sam’s Club of Nicholasville human resources professional skilled in leading ties. organizations in business planning and maximizing The next @330 event on Tuesday, October 8, Networking is from 3-3:30 organizational strength. She has leadership skills presented by NetGain Technologies beginning at with demonstrated ability to formulate and imple- p.m., while the program 3:30 p.m. at Commerce Lexington’s first floor con- ment strategic and tactical organizational goals. runs from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. ference room will present “Worksite Wellness: A Susan joined Gray Construction in April of 2004 as Wise Business Strategy.” The discussion will be led the Director of Human Resources. by Carol Donnelly, President of KC WELLNESS, INC., and Susan Brewer, HR Manager for Gray Construction. ABOUT THE @330 SERIES: These events provide a topical presentation that is This session will review the elements of a rea- relevant to the success of small business owners sonably designed wellness program, the bench- NEW NAME: and business professionals. They also allow mem- marks of successful wellness programs, and the bers the opportunity to discuss ideas, share best necessary “culture of health” that supports a long- practices, and work through challenges. SAME GREAT term return on investment. Participants will be directed to resources to evaluate their current work EVENT environment and to devise a business plan that HOW TO REGISTER: supports health improvement in their workforce. A The @330 events are open to Commerce Lexington case study of the Gray Construction Wellness Inc. members at no charge. However, please register Program will be presented as a model of a success- prior to the event by contacting Liz Bennett at (859) ful, integrated wellness program. 226-1615 or [email protected].

November @330 Covers Project Management Effective project management is relevant in any sized business, but especially in smaller businesses that have a very low tolerance of failure and cannot afford any waste. Utilizing strengths and making processes as efficient as possible is critical in small businesses. During the November 12th @330 event presented by NetGain Te chnologies, Christy Adams, PMP, COO and partner in The Solarity Group, will discuss “Growing Yo ur Business Through Effective Project Management.” Join us on Nov. 12, beginning at 3:30 p.m. in Co mmerce Lexington’s first floor conference room to learn important lessons that can help your business be successful. To register for this free Commerce Lexington member event, contact Liz Bennett at (859) 226-1615 or lbennett@Co mmerce Lexington.com.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2013 | 4:30 - 6:30 P.M. | PAUL MILLER FORD MAZDA (975 E. NEW CIRCLE ROAD) Paul Miller Ford Mazda Hosts Fall Business Link SPONSORED BY: Speed up your networking and client building EXHIBIT SPACE: for the fall and head over to Paul Miller Ford Limited exhibit space is available at this Business Mazda (975 E. New Circle Road) for the next Link for Commerce Lexington Inc. members only. Commerce Lexington Inc. Business Link event on The cost to exhibit is $175. Contact Liz Bennett at Tuesday, October 22, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. You are [email protected] to reserve certain to open some “doors” by passing out your your exhibit space. business cards or checking out the great vehicle options at Paul Miller. In addition to networking with other business professionals, you’ll also be able to browse the many exhibitors, and catch up with colleagues while attending this signature Commerce Lexington Inc. event.

TO ATTEND: The cost to attend the Business Link event is $5 for Commerce Lexington members, $10 for non- members (payable at the door). ON-LINE REGISTRATION: Although it’s not necessary, you can pre-register for Business Link events on-line at www.CommerceLexington.com. Online registration closes the day before the event. As always, you may still pay at the door. If registering online, please pick up your beverage ticket at the registration table on the evening of the event. PLEASE NOTE: NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ONLINE REGIS- TRATIONS.

October Business Link to Promote Special Olympics The next Co mmerce Lexington Inc. Business Link event on Tuesday, October 22, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Paul Miller Fo rd Mazda will spotlight Special Olympics Kentucky. Its mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities by giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their fami- lies, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Find out more at www.soky. org.

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 9 SALUTE TO SMALL BUSINESS Bates Security Named Commerce Lexington’s Small Business of the Year

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PLATINUM SPONSORS: Community Trust Bank Keeneland Association

TOAST TO THE WINNERS SPONSOR: Barney Miller’s Inc.

GOLD SPONSOR: Central Bank & Trust Co. Over 300 people helped honor small businesses during the 2013 Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon SILVER SPONSORS: presented by Forcht Bank on September 20 at Keeneland. (Photo by Bill Straus Photography) Big Ass Fans At the Commerce Lexington Inc. Salute to Small company. The team has built Bates Security into the Central Kentucky Research Associates Business Awards Luncheon at Keeneland presented largest privately-owned security company based in TravelHost of the Bluegrass by Forcht Bank, Bates Security, LLC was named the Kentucky, with very strong growth in number of WUKY 91.3 FM 2013 Small Business of the Year. The recipient of this clients, revenue, and employment. SMALL BUSINESS SPONSORS: year’s Business Success Award, Bates Security was In 2012, Bates Security moved into a new corpo- chosen among seven different category winners as rate office, doubling its square footage through the Hamburg Place the Small Business of the Year. The company will now purchase and renovation of an existing multi-tenant KESA have the opportunity to be submitted by the structure. It showcases all of its unique residential TCG America Bluegrass Small Business Development Center for equipment and services to customers and vendors Wiser Strategies state and national recognition through the U.S. Small through the innovative Bates Connected Home. ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR: Business Administration. Commerce Lexington Inc. President and CEO Bob Frost Brown Todd LLC Sonny and Pat Bates purchased Sonitrol of Quick told awards luncheon participants, “The Salute Lexington in 1984 and simultaneously began ADR to Small Business Awards program enables us to say INVITATION & PRINT SPONSOR: Security Services, which was re-branded to Bates thank you and recognize many hardworking busi- Stablemate Creative LLC Security in May 2011. Bates Security is a locally- nesses, and this year’s group of category winners is owned and operated security company, specializing exceptional. Between the seven category award win- PRINTING SPONSOR: in the installation, monitoring and servicing of bur- ners, there are not only very recognizable names, but Advertisers Printers, Inc. glary, video, access and fire systems. altogether they boast more than 220 years in busi- Today, the daily operations are driven by the Bates’ ness right here in the Bluegrass. That’s amazing and sons, Jeremy and Bryan, while Bryan’s wife, Jamie, astonishing, especially with the ups and downs of the assists with marketing and creative design for the economy.”

BUSINESS SUCCESS AWARD: Bates Security Photo by Bill Straus Photography William “Sonny” & Pat Bates, Jeremy Bates & Bryan Bates, Owners Forcht Bank’s Tucker Ballinger makes remarks at the luncheon.

10 BUSINESS FOCUS OCTOBER 2013 SALUTE TO SMALL BUSINESS Congratulations to the Salute to Small Business Category Award Winners

GREEN INITIATIVE AWARD: Thai Orchid Cafe Mike (not pictured) & Toa Green, Co-Owners MINORITY BUSINESS AWARD: Comfort Keepers Helen Rades, President & Owner

NONPROFIT AWARD: Central Kentucky Riding for Hope Patricia T. Kline, Executive Director

INNOVATION AWARD: Comfort & Process Solutions, Inc. Mark & Barbara Saunier, President; Owner

LEGACY AWARD: Hurst Office Suppliers, Inc. Hope Hurst Lanham, CEO PHOENIX AWARD: Lexington Ballet Company, Inc. Susan Zearfoss, Board Chair; Luis Dominguez, Director; and Nancy Dominguez, Assistant Director. OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 11 EVENTS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 | 7:30 - 9:00 A.M. | COMMERCE LEXINGTON INC. (FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM) Are you a small business owner? Are you looking for help in today's tough environment? We have a great no-cost program for you! If you've ever needed advice or guidance as a business owner and didn't know where to turn, Commerce Lexington Inc. has a valuable, no cost solution for you. Various groups called the Business Owners Advisory Board (BOAB) meet monthly to assist in problem- solving through discussion with other business owners to help in analyzing current or future direction, and also provide an avenue for personal growth.

BOAB “ENROLLMENT EVENT” IS OCTOBER 17: If you're interested in the Business Owners Advisory Board through Commerce Lexington Inc., now is your opportunity to learn more about the program and to become active in one of the groups. In this present business environment, business owners need to know that a support structure exists to help them. An "ENROLLMENT EVENT" will be held on Thursday, October 17, from 7:30-9:00 a.m., Small Business Owners Find Answers in at Commerce Lexington Inc. (330 East Main St.). Business Owners Advisory Board Group placements for Commerce Lexington Inc. business mem- Although interaction with fellow Commerce Lexington Inc. bers are made twice per year for the various boards. Since the goal members is always good for business - BOAB is not designed as is for members to make a long-term commitment to the groups, the a networking or leads group. Each board is made up of eight twice-a-year placement process helps to facilitate a more effective business owners with similar concerns, but who are NOT in assimilation of new members into the groups. direct competition with each other. There is NO CHARGE to This upcoming Enrollment Event will enable members to meet participate in this program, which is open only to Commerce other group participants and ask questions, learn more about this Lexington members. Board members commit to meet on a free program in general, and even sign up to become a member of monthly basis for two to three hours per meeting, and each a Business Owner Advisory Board. group sets its own agenda. The boards offer encouragement and sound business advice for tackling the day-to-day chal- TO ATTEND THIS BOAB ENROLLMENT EVENT: lenges faced by business owners. Meetings are structured to To RSVP for this Enrollment Event, e-mail to Liz Bennett at include speakers on various business topics, guidance on goal [email protected]. There is no charge to attend this setting, marketing planning as well as assisting with your indi- informational event. vidual business issues. A few hours a month provides a wealth of benefit to participants.

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Women Leading Kentucky’s Fall Networking Roundtables Continue Tuesday, October 8 Women Leading Kentucky is getting ready to kick off its slate of Fall Networking Roundtable Luncheons, entitled “Eat, Drink & Be Merry!” Speakers and dates for the fall season of events are listed below. The cost to attend is $35 per person for each event, $130 per person for all four luncheons, or $100 per person for the three Lexington luncheons. For more information or to register on-line, visit www.womenleadingky.com. Each Luncheon runs from noon to 1:30 p.m., and the Lexington luncheons are held at Sal’s on Tates Creek Road. FALL ROUNDTABLE SCHEDULE: Tuesday, October 8, in Lexington: Rob Perez, Owner, Saul Some 300 people attended the Sept. 24th Public Policy Luncheon presented by Good Restaurants and Pubs. Kentucky American Water, featuring a panel of Kentucky State Constitutional Tuesday, October 29, in Frankfort: Cynthia Bohn, CEO, Officers. Sean Cutter (center) from MML&K Government Solutions moderated Equus Run Vineyards (at Thomas D. Clark Center for KY the panel that included (left to right) Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner James History & co-sponsored with Kentucky State University) Comer, Attorney General Jack Conway, Auditor Adam Edelen, Secretary of State Wednesday, November 20, in Lexington: Fred Minnick, Alison Lundergan Grimes, and Treasurer Todd Hollenbach. (Photo by Mark photographer & author, Whiskey Women: The Untold Story of How Women Saved Bourbon, Scotch and Irish Whiskey. Turner | Commerce Lexington Inc. staff)

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 13 GET CONNECTED

Commerce Lexington Inc. Goes Mobile! Download The Free CLX2Go App

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Mobile technology is here to stay, and Commerce Lexington, you can now attract more customers by offering Lexington Inc. (CLX) has embraced this method of commu- mobile coupons, "near me" deals, and special offers to nication not only to add visibility for its members, but to both CLX members and anyone in the Greater Lexington also provide an easy way to keep up with current CLX area who downloads this free app. events, community events, local news, programs, and your favorite businesses while you're on the go! TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE APP: Commerce Lexington Inc. is pleased to announce that r Text lexington CLX2Go to 80802; OR its new smartphone app presented by Haymaker/Bean r Scan this QR code with your mobile device Commercial Real Estate and Haymaker Development Company is now available FREE for download in the iTunes App Store and Android Marketplace. EVERY COMMERCE LEXINGTON MEMBER has their own basic listing as a benefit of membership, which includes a "click to call" and "click to map" link. Mobile users now have one-touch access to your business contact information and location. As a member of Commerce ALSO SPONSORED BY:

Keep Connected to CLX; Commerce Lexington Inc. Social Media Guide Commerce Lexington Inc. recognizes that business owners and busi- www.twitter.com/CommerceLex ness professionals live busy lives. That’s why we have so many different www.twitter.com/LocateInLex ways to keep connected to the events, programs, and services that help Join the 5,300-plus people who follow Commerce Lexington you succeed. From the monthly Business Focus magazine to our week- Inc. on Twitter for the latest news as it happens. Typically, we’ll ly E-Newsletter and web site to our many social media channels, there tweet live from events, conferences, and trips, like our annual are plenty of choices for you to get connected to Commerce Lexington Leadership Visit and D.C. Fly-In, so you can get a sense of and interact with other businesspeople. what’s happening in real-time. Social media is an effective way to promote your company or organization, keep tabs on what people are saying about your business, and www.youtube.com/commlexingtonky engage your customers. Here are some of the places you can keep up There are more than 165 video clips and in some cases full with Commerce Lexington Inc. on social media. events posted on our YouTube channel. There are also plenty of video clips promoting Lexington and our region, which www.facebook.com/groups/CommerceLexington you can post on your own web site. www.facebook.com/LocateInLex www.facebook.com/clmbd www.linkedin.com Commerce Lexington Inc. has over 1,500 members on its Facebook Search groups: Commerce Lexington group page. We like the setup of the group page rather than a fan page, If you’re on LinkedIn, you can join the 580-plus people in our since our organization is geared so much toward members and people LinkedIn group and post your own business-related items & who have a connection with the Bluegrass Region. You can also follow interact with others. www.facebook.com/LocateInLex for news on expansions and reloca- tions to the Bluegrass, as well as news from our Minority Business http://commercelexington.tumblr.com Development division at www.facebook.com/clmbd. If you’d like more details on a variety of Commerce Lexington Inc. events and programs, you can check out the Commerce Lexington Blog on Tumblr. Let us know if you have topics that you’d like to see included.

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Winner’s Circle 2013 Volunteers, Campaign Showing Strong Progress

Volunteers are once again off to a great that are available to them, while alerting start in the 2013 edition of Commerce them to the many sponsorship opportuni- Lexington Inc.’s Winner’s Circle campaign. ties that can help them grow their business. During the last Meet at the Mason Structure Building, volunteers, board mem- 2013 Winner’s Circle Teams bers, and staff got a sneak-peek at the Town Ambassadors Team Branch Bourbon Barrel Art Project before American Founders Bank the barrels were set up all over Lexington. Baptist Health Lexington As of September 23rd, volunteers have Central Bank & Trust Co. already surpassed the halfway mark in total Columbia Gas of Kentucky production with $376,793 or more than 53- Community Trust Bank percent of the $701,000 goal. The top Fifth Third Bank Winner’s Circle teams to date are Kentucky Friends of Commerce Lexington Inc. American Water/ Windstream Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa Communications, Central Bank and Trust JPMorgan Chase Co., and the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort Ky. American Water/Windstream and Spa. At the top of the individual pro- Kentucky Utilities Co. duction standings are Keith Preston Leadership Lexington Alumni (Central Bank & Trust Co.), Kelly Johns PNC Bank (Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa team/ Powell-Walton-Milward - a Division of J. Stablemate Creative), and Cheryl Eadens Smith Lanier (Ambassador team/Konica Minolta). SteinGroup, LLC Winner’s Circle volunteers are there to UBS help members maximize their Commerce University of Kentucky Lexington Inc. membership, ensuring that Your Community Bank they are utilizing programs and services Winner’s Circle Volunteer Spotlight: One of our many committed volunteers is Keith Preston of the Central Bank and Trust Co. team. Keith is not only a fan- tastic team leader, but has been extremely dedicated to the TOP: Winner’s Circle volunteers got a sneak-peek at the Town Winner’s Circle program for some time. Although the offi- Branch Bourbon Barrel Art Project during its last Meet at the cial calendar of Winner’s Circle lasts for about ten weeks, Mason Structure Building on Angliana Avenue. BOTTOM: Keith talks with members about opportunities on a year- LexArts’ communications manager Maury Sparrow talked round basis. He is also currently our top producer for 2013. about the organization’s upcoming events. (Photos by Mark Turner | CLX staff)

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 15 LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Leadership Lexington Youth Program Kicks Off With Orientation Session

PLATINUM SPONSOR: Article by Esther Putman, Lafayette High School Anxiety, nerves, excitement. All of these things are common feelings when joining a group of strangers for the first time. All of these feelings and more were felt upon the first day that I came to the Leadership Lexington Youth Program, but those butterflies quickly turned to warm, kindred feelings as I realized what BRONZE SPONSORS: a wonderful thing I had just walked into. Within min- utes, I realized these “strangers” were some of the Bluegrass Community & most impressive and inspiring peers I will ever have Technical College the privilege of meeting. The day began with a meet-and-greet bingo game, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, which allowed us to quickly learn many fun facts about Kentucky, Inc. each other. We connected instantly, and there’s not a shy person in the group! You could tell that we all felt very comfortable around each other. As the day pro- gressed, those feelings only grew. We learned a bit about the program, including the plans for the rest of the year, and what we can expect to learn about what it really means to be a leader. After the short introduc- tions and orientation, we made our way outside for our first challenge. Jason Cummins, former member of the military and current Director of UK Athletics’ Impact Leadership Program led us through the activities, with the help of five University of Kentucky ROTC tions were easy, but they brought out the leader in students. each of us. It was neat to see how each person used These challenges took more than mental strength, their individual strengths at each station to help us and physical capability was necessary as well. One complete the challenges. Every single person in my challenge required us to find a way to move our whole group stepped up as a leader at one point or another, team from platforms of various heights using only one and I know I learned a lot from working alongside long and one short plank of wood. Our critical think- them. One other thing I noticed was that no one in my ing skills were tested as well. One activity included var- group gave up. Even when it felt like we might not ious geometric wood cut-outs, which we had to complete the challenge or we didn’t have enough time arrange to make a perfect square. None of these sta- left, we kept working and never gave in. That determi- nation is always inspiring. After the outdoor challenges and a delicious lunch, our next speaker, Grace Gorrell, talked about leadership. She is a professor at UK, teaching Community Development and Leadership. The things she shared with us were eye-opening. She discussed the five lev- els of leadership, and challenged us to think of those in authority over us and place them in their appropri- ate level. It was easy for us to see who we respected and admired as leaders and whose leadership skills needed work. This taught us a lot about learning from those who lead us, and using that information to become better leaders. We also learned that leadership is influence, not power or a title or an award. Being a leader does not require a high GPA, a pretty face, or an outgoing personality. Anyone can be a leader. In just one day, we learned enough about leadership to radically change the way we live and learn from those around us. We were presented with such valuable information that will allow us to be great leaders thoughout all the aspects of our lives. With this new information, we can be the next generation of leaders that makes an impact in our community.

16 BUSINESS FOCUS OCTOBER 2013 LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Leadership Lexington Class Impressed by “Let’s Get Started” Day

our community. He is in a “relentless pursuit for Excerpts of Article by Erica Radhakrishnan, 2013-14 CLASS PRESENTED BY: Bluegrass Veterinary Specialists optimal performance through purposeful living and Historians describe Lexington as the “Athens of leading.” the West.” After our first Leadership Lexington ses- Mayor Jim Gray began our afternoon session sion; borrowing the words of Mayor Jim Gray, I with a brief history of Lexington and a personal nar- would describe Lexington as the model for “The rative of his journey to the head of the Lexington- Great American City.” Fayette Urban County Government. Like many The day’s slate of speakers consisted of commu- Leadership Lexington participants, Mayor Gray is nity leaders representing the hearts and interests of not a Lexington native; but he and his family relocat- PLATINUM SPONSOR: Lexington and was hosted by the Lexington Public ed to our city because of its potential for opportuni- Library’s Downtown Branch. Each speaker provided ty. Mayor Gray had a vision for a better life and saw astounding statistics, historical facts, and inspiring that prospect in Lexington. Politics aside, he uses content and references that stoked our motivational his business background and continues to strive for fires and further ignited the inspiration for our per- that vision of Lexington with three priorities: creat- sonal, professional, and project missions and ing an environment that generates jobs, running the visions. government efficiently and responsibly, and building Ann Hammond, Executive Director of the a “Great American City.” BRONZE SPONSOR: The final speaker of the day was the relatively new Lexington Public Library, began our day. She has a Toyota Motor Manufacturing, president and chief operating officer for the passion for and comprehensive career in the public Kentucky, Inc. library system. In 2012, Lexington was named the Lexington Downtown Development Authority most “e-literate” city in the nation; a proud statistic (LDDA), Jeff Fugate. The “mission of the LDDA is to TravelHost of the Bluegrass significantly aided by the efforts of the LPL. This promote physical and economic development, land means that Lexingtonians downloaded or bought uses, and activities that make Downtown Lexington the largest number of e-books in the country. On the lively, thriving, stimulating and diverse econom- top of that, Lexington’s Goodreads members out- ic, cultural, and residential heart of Central numbered those of Seattle, San Francisco, Boston, Kentucky” – a vision of Lexington’s past, present, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles. and future. The next presenter was Jason Cummins - hus- Our day ended with progress updates from the band, father, retired Army Lt. Col. Apache helicopter four Leadership Lexington projects: the Roosevelt pilot who served in Korea, Iraq and Afghanistan, Boulevard Community Garden, S.O.S. – Supportive Wharton School MBA graduate, West Point and UK Oncology Services, Student to Small Business, and professor, and current UK Athletics’ Impact University You. Each of our groups are reflecting Read this full article Leadership Program Director. He imparted guiding upon what we learned, sharing our prior experi- principles, quoted sage advice, shared personal ences, working together, networking, and striving to at www.leadership experiences and insights, and offered strategies and lead by example and sew a stitch into the fabric of lexington.com methodologies for building leadership skills within “Our Great American City” – Lexington. ourselves in order to cultivate them within others in

Ambassador Spotlight: Angie Dennis, Employment Solutions, Inc. Angie Dennis About Being an Ambassador: “Serving as an Ambassador Employment Solutions, Inc. has been a great opportunity for me, because I have met many people in our community,” said Dennis. “I enjoy 1165 Centre Parkway, Suite 120 reaching out to businesses on a monthly basis to discuss Lexington, KY 40517 the many advantages that Commerce Lexington offers.” Phone: (859) 272-4855 Her Favorite CLX Events: She said, “The ribbon cuttings [email protected] allow me to celebrate the success of local area business- About Employment Solutions: “At Employment Solutions, es. I never miss an opportunity to encourage others to ANGIE DENNIS we specialize in working with individuals with barriers to attend the @330 events, Business Links and other events employment such as people with disabilities, people with that are relevant to the success of business profession- limited work experience as well as graduates from our sister als.” program, College for Technical Education, a vocational skills training program.”

Read more about this Ambassador at www.CommerceLexington.com > Get Connected > Volunteer Opportunities

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 17 NEW MEMBERS

New Commerce Lexington Inc. members for the period of August 20, through September 18, 2013

Capitol Auto Park Edward Jones / Don Hart Malibu Hills Condominium Association Inc. Auto Dealers-New Cars Financial Services Real Estate Management Dario Gutierrez, General Manager Don H. Hart, Financial Advisor George Lathram 1220 Versailles Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 109 Springdale Drive 857 & 858 Malibu Dr. Phone: (502) 695-7500 Nicholasville, KY 40356 Lexington, KY 40503 Web: www.capitolautopark.net Phone: (859) 271-0262 Phone: (859) 619-2324 Web: www.edwardjones.com Cheddar's Casual Cafe Mix on Vine Restaurants John J. Culler III, DMD Beauty Salons Danielle Dove Dentists Lydia Nemeth, Co-Owner 3604 Walden Drive, Lexington, KY 40517 John Culler 301 East Vine Street Phone: (859) 272-0891 540 E. Main Street #6 Lexington, KY 40507 Web: www.cheddars.com Lexington, KY 40508 Web: www.mixonvine.com Phone: (859) 253-2285 Cheddar's Casual Cafe PaymentLynk Restaurants Kenwick & Canterbury Merchant Services Danielle Dove Apartments Chad Collins, Regional Manager 3094 Helmsdale Place, Lexington, KY 40509 Jason Whitehouse, Property Manager 7806 Philadelphia Court Phone: (859) 543-1161 100 Lakeshore Drive Charlotte, NC 28216 Web: www.cheddars.com Lexington, KY 40502 Phone: (919) 339-6971 Phone: (859) 266-4011 Web: www.paymentlynk.com Coba Cocina Web: www.liveatkenwickandcanterbury.com Restaurants Pearl Interactive Network, Inc. Bahman Fakharpour, General Manager Labor Ready Telephone Call Centers 2041 Richmond Road, Lexington, KY 40502 Employment Services Dennis Heebink, CFO Phone: (859) 523-8484 Eric Lynn 5200 Regent Street, Suite 200 Web: www.cobacocina.com 565 E New Circle Road, Suite 2 Columbus, OH 43219 Lexington, KY 40505 Phone: (740) 380-2752 Costco Wholesale Phone: (702) 234-4410 Web: www.pinsourcing.com Wholesale Clubs Web: www.labroready.com Josh Cornell, Membership / Marketing Mgr. Proof Fitness 1500 Fitzgerald Court, Lexington, KY 40509 Lexington Podiatry Fitness Centers Phone: (859) 429-1641 Health & Wellness Jack Letz, President Web: www.costco.com Elise M Menold, Marketing Director 4101 Tates Creek Centre Drive, Suite 164 2700 Old Rosebud Road, Suite 110 Lexington, KY 40517 Crossfit Maximus Lexington, KY 40509 Phone: (859) 619-6577 Fitness Centers Phone: (859) 264-1141 Web: www.prooffitness.com Kathy Childress Web: www.lexpodiatry.com 2560 Palumbo Drive, Lexington, KY 40509 RE/MAX Elite Realty Phone: 859-317-9568 Realtors Web: www.crossfitmaximus.com Kristy Gooch, Principal Broker/Owner 203 Ruccio Way Lexington, KY 40503 Phone: (859) 245-1165 Web: www.eliterealtygroup.remax-kentucky.com

RPM-Right Place Media Marketing Consultants/Services Joel Rapp, President 437 Lewis Hargett Circle, Suite 130 Lexington, KY 40503 Phone: (859) 685-3800 Web: www.rightplacemedia.com

Strayer University School-Postsecondary Education Chad Ogle, Associate Campus Director 220 Lexington Green Circle, Suite 550 Lexington, KY 40503 Phone: (859) 971-4400 Web: www.strayer.edu

18 BUSINESS FOCUS OCTOBER 2013 PERSONNEL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Air Source Technology, Inc. announced that its Additionally, nine Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP The Lexington Habitat ReStore was recently selected President Bruce Fergusson has achieved the profes- attorneys have been named “Lawyers of the Year.” as the winner of the Small Business Category for the sional recognition as a Board Certified Industrial Only a single lawyer in each practice area in each annual LiveGreenLexington Games presented by Hygienist by The American Industrial Hygienist community is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year." Bluegrass Greensource and the Lexington-Fayette Association. Lexington attorneys named 2014 “Lawyers of the Urban County Government. Year” include Carolyn M. Brown, Bruce E. Cryder, The Central Kentucky Chapter of the American Heart and Job D. Turner III. Lexington attorneys named to The Living Arts & Science Center announced its Association announced that Pat Dalbey, President the 2014 edition of The Best Lawyers in America© Board of Directors and officers for the 2014 fiscal year. and General Manager of WLEX, has been named include Wendy Bryant Becker, Jack C. Bender, Officers include: President, Hannah Huggins, W. Chair, and Dr. Theodore Wright of Kentucky One – Carolyn M. Brown, Anne A. Chesnut, Bruce E. Rogers Co.; President-Elect, Maggie Mick, The Saint Joseph has been named as President to the Cryder, Martin J. Cunningham, Brian M. Johnson, Council of State Governments; Treasurer, Roni local board. Dalbey and Wright will serve two-year Margaret A. Miller, David A. Owen, Henry C.T. Karbach, Fifth Third Bank; Secretary, Paige Bensing, terms in these roles, lasting through June, 2015. Richmond III, Phillip D. Scott, Stephen W. Switzer, Lexmark. Directors include: Yajaira Aich, PNC; Ryan Returning Board Members include: Dr. Allison and Job D. Turner III. Atkins, Kentucky Utilities; Jaclyn Badeau, Tempur- Bailey, UK HealthCare; Ron Borkowski, Lexington Pedic; Harriet Dupree Bradley, Dupree Catering & Legends; Julie Coffey, Kentucky One – Saint Joseph; Blue & Co., LLC announced the following promo- Events; Joseph Coleman, Kentucky League of Cities; Luther Deaton, Central Bank; Laurette Durrick, tions in its Lexington office: Jennifer Miloszewski, Billie Dollins, Community Trust Bank; Danielle Dove, Darley; Steve Grossman, Hilliard Lyons; Dr. Andrew senior manager; Wes Omohundro, senior manager; Greer Co's.; Brian Duba, Frost Brown Todd; Bilal El- Henderson, Lexington Clinic; Wayne Martin; Terry Chad Robinson, manager; James Wooten, manager; Amin, Bluegrass Community Foundation; Brendon McBrayer, McBrayer, McGinnis, Leslie and Kirkland; and Ben Dennison, senior accountant. The firm Halvorsen, Chase Bank; Emmie Hartley, Cornett Kim Menke, Toyota Motor Manufacturing; Susan also added Tsi Yi (Judy) Ho, staff accountant and Jill Integrated Marketing Solutions; Jerry Johnson, Bank Mobley, Baptist Health Lexington; Cheryl Norton, Phelan, accounting specialist. of the Bluegrass & Trust Co.; Britt Jordan, Paul Miller Kentucky American Water; Gary Payne, Cardinal Hill Auto Group; Jessica Kunin, Hot Sauce Records; Hope Rehabilitation Hospital; Mark Ravenscraft, Marriott CDP Engineers, Inc. announced that Krista Citron Hurst Lanham, Hurst Office Suppliers Inc.; Jacoby Griffin Gate; Eric Savauge, LBX Corporation; Dr. Tom passed her Professional Engineer (PE) exam. Malone, Lexmark; Valerie Marshall, PNC; Grahmn Shelton, Fayette County Schools; Ann Smith, UK Morgan, Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP; Laura Newman HealthCare; William W. Thomason, Jr., Keeneland; ECSI, LLC, engineering and consulting company, Suter, AFLAC; Shaun Ring, Ring Enterprises; Coley and Darby Turner, Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP. announced that Lawrence (“Larry”) Emerson has Stilz, Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC; Heather Sunseri, Blue & New Board members include: Rufus Friday, joined the firm as senior project manager. Co.; Randall Vaughn, Gray Construction; Meredith Lexington Herald-Leader; Paula Hanson, Dean Sheffler Walker, Bluegrass Sotheby's; and Robert Dorton Allen Ford; Patricia Q. Host; and Michelle Forcht Insurance Agency announced that Andy Williams, Jr., Unified Trust Company. Landers, Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance. Beamer has joined the organization as its newest The following were elected as trustees: Linda Ball, insurance agent. McBrayer, McGinnis, Leslie & Kirkland, PLLC wel- Ball Homes; David Bertram, iHigh; Dr. Sylvia Cerel- comed Anne-Tyler Morgan as an associate in the Suhl; Don Fishback, Fishback Management; Kelly Christel Broady, Georgetown College Associate firm’s Lexington office. Holland, Merck and Company; Steve Meyer, Messer Professional of Education and Director of ESL, Construction; and Keith Yarber, TOPS Media. James English as a Second Language, was named WIDA Alyssa A. Trueblood has been named marketing coor- E. “Ted” Bassett, III, remains a Trusted Advisor. Featured Educator for August 2013. WIDA, the dinator for MCF Advisors. World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment AMR Management Services hired the following: Consortium, is a collaboration of states and districts Transylvania University announced that Michael J. Parker Allen, director of member services; Vanessa working to design and implement standards and Bell will serve as the interim vice president and dean Huff, CMP, conference and event manager; Amy assessment for English language learners. of the college. Rhorer, member records coordinator; and project associates Meredith McDaniel and Mary Hay. Good Foods Market & Café announced that Josh Eli Mertens, president and publisher of TravelHost of Crone has been named store manager, and Kristy the Bluegrass, has been elected chair of Established in 1989, Andover Golf & Country Club Yowell has been named marketing manager. TRAVELHOST’s Advisory Board, which is made up of will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2014. To wel- four associate publishers and TRAVELHOST founder come this milestone, the board of directors hired Hospice of the Bluegrass Chaplains Diane Munoz, and publisher James E. Buerger. award-winning golf course architect, Drew Rogers to Alice Tremaine, Nancy Cox and Lynda Woodard develop a plan for the renovation of the golf course. attained the distinction of board certified chaplain Turf Town Properties announced that David and were honored at the Association of Professional McDowell has joined its team of sales associates. The Aviation Museum of Kentucky has selected the Chaplains’ Grand Banquet in Orlando. following 2013 honorees for induction into the The Kentucky Oil and Gas Association announced Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame: Suzanne Guy LBX Company announced that Eric Sauvage will the election of Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs LLP partner, Alexander, Dr. George Gumbert, G. Scott Hubbard succeed Robert Harvell as President and Chief Karen J. Greenwell, as a member of its board of direc- and Sgt. George Larkin. The induction will take place Executive Officer, following his retirement at the end tors. on Oct. 26 at the Aviation Museum. of the year.

Bank of the Bluegrass & Trust Co. in Lexington Lexington Diagnostic Center & Open MRI announced the addition of W. Kelly Montgomery, announced that Margaret Hancock has been hired SUBMIT PERSONNEL NEWS: Submit your company’s awards, personnel AIF®, as vice president and senior portfolio manag- as practice administrator, Debbie Marie Ait Alla has er for its Wealth Management Team. been hired as financial manager and Teresa Morris changes, additions, or promotions for Business was recently named administrative assistant. Focus to [email protected]. Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP announced that 80 Information is published in the order received and of the firm’s attorneys have been named in the 2014 only as space permits. edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.

OCTOBER 2013 BUSINESS FOCUS 19 Periodical Postage PAID at Lexington, Commerce Lexington Inc. Kentucky 330 East Main Street, Suite 100 P.O. Box 1968 Lexington, KY 40588-1968

COMMERCE LEXINGTON INC. UPCOMING EVENTS

OCTOBER 2013: NOVEMBER 2013: Leadership Lexington Youth Program: Ambassadors for Change. Leadership Lexington Youth Program: Health & Human 2 6 Services Day.

Women Leading Ky.’s Fall Networking Roundtables, Noon - @330 Series presented by NetGain Technologies, 3:30-5:00 8 1:30 p.m., at Sal’s on Tates Creek Road. - SEE PAGE 13 12 p.m., at CLX’s first floor conference room. - SEE PAGE 8

@330 Series presented by NetGain Technologies, 3:30-5:00 Leadership Lexington Health & Human Services Day pre- 8 p.m., at CLX’s first floor conference room. - SEE PAGE 8 14 sented by KentuckyOne Health.

Leadership Lexington Arts & Culture Day presented by Leadership Central Kentucky presented by LG&E - Kentucky 10 KentuckyOne Health. 20 Utilities Co. at Jessamine County.

Leadership Central Kentucky presented by LG&E - Kentucky Women Leading Ky.’s Fall Networking Roundtables, Noon - 16 Utilities Co. at Scott County. 20 1:30 p.m., at Sal’s on Tates Creek Road. - SEE PAGE 13

Business Owners Advisory Boards (BOAB) Enrollment Event, Lexington Venture Club meets, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., at 17 7:30-9:00 a.m., at Commerce Lexington’s first floor confer- 20 Hyatt Regency Lexington. - SEE PAGE 4 ence room. - SEE PAGE 12

Business Link sponsored and hosted by Paul Miller Ford 22 Mazda (975 E. New Circle Road), 4:30-6:30 p.m. - SEE PAGE 9

New Member Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at Commerce 24 Lexington Inc.’s first floor conference room.

Opportunity Exchange presented by Columbia Gas of 24 Kentucky, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at Clarion Hotel (1950 Newtown Pike). - SEE PAGE 6