From the Desk Archives – One Louisville

From the Desk of the CEO: In support of our community following last night’s tragedy

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:30:27 +0000

Dear GLI Investors, Our hearts are heavy this morning as we mourn the loss of members of our community who were victims of last night’s tragic UPS plane crash. This accident hits close to home for many of us as business leaders who strive everyday to keep our employees safe....

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Uncertainty caused by tariffs is costing us all

Thu, 08 May 2025 14:56:06 +0000

Recent investment by the Kentucky General Assembly in pro-business policies have bolstered the economies of two of Kentucky’s largest Metro areas – Louisville and Northern Kentucky. These policies have allowed our regions to fare comparatively well despite national economic headwinds that have created supply-chain disruptions and inflation. However, recent executive...

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The Latest on Tariffs

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:45:15 +0000

Last week, President Trump announced sweeping new tariffs that will have major impacts on businesses across our region and around the world. New tariffs: Effective Saturday April 5th, a 10 percent “reciprocal” tariff was instituted on all trading partners plus additional tariffs on many of the U.S.’s top trading partners...

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OP-ED: Louisville can up competitive edge through tax, incentive and land development reforms

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 18:44:04 +0000

This article originally appeared in Louisville Business First on March 17, 2025. The competition between regions for bringing in and holding onto businesses is higher than ever, as communities tap into new tools to create competitive advantages for high-growth industries. Regions that offer ways to save money or provide resources...

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What to know about newly enacted tariffs, other executive orders

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:39:20 +0000

As executive action on the federal level continues to create uncertainty and economic concerns for our region, I wanted to pass along the latest information and guidance. We recognize the challenges these changing policies place on businesses and are committed to helping you navigate this evolving business landscape. Tariffs WHAT...

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OPINION: Workforce shortages threaten KY’s progress. Second-chance hiring would help.

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:44:51 +0000

This opinion piece was originally published in the Louisville Courier-Journal and the Lane Report. It’s no secret that Kentucky’s economy is generating national attention for our recent unprecedented economic success. The Greater Louisville region is eager to keep that momentum going, but workforce shortages in key sectors that rely on...

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Updates on recent executive orders and what they mean for your business

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:47:05 +0000

Over the last few weeks, we have seen a wide array of executive orders issued by the Trump administration. Many of these orders impact businesses like yours, and legal challenges and reversals have created a great degree uncertainty and confusion on compliance. GLI is committed to providing you with the...

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A decade of regionalism: lessons learned and more ground to cover

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:36:39 +0000

This article originally appeared in Louisville Business First on September 13, 2024. Today, everything, everyone, and every place is more connected than ever. Communities excelling in job growth, population growth, and a strong quality of life are working across county lines and embracing their region’s combined assets. Over the last...

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From the Desk of the CEO: March 2024

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 18:16:26 +0000

Dear Top Investors, GLI prides itself as the voice of the business community and a catalyst for economic growth in our region. As a Chamber of Commerce, there are certain metrics and standards we hold ourselves to; not only to provide strong ROI to our investors but also to comply...

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From the Desk of the CEO: January 2024

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 22:02:38 +0000

It’s hard to believe January is almost over. While it sometimes feels like the longest month of the year, there has been a whirlwind of activity at GLI this month. Last week, we brought together over 1,000 top business leaders for Annual Meeting presented by Baird. Earlier this month, the...

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