Thank You for Renewing Your Membership | April 2024

One Southern Indiana would like to thank the following members for renewing their membership during the month of April 2024.

Quarter Century Club (25 Years or More)Member Since
AT&T Indiana1976
Cody & Neely, Law Offices1976
SoIn Tourism1981
Clarksville Community Schools1984
Kaiser Wholesale Inc.1985
Callistus Smith Agency, Inc.1990
Strandz Salon & Threadz Boutique1995
Caesars Southern Indiana1996
  
Ten to 24 Years 
Terri Lynn’s Cafe & Catering2000
CBRE2006
RKR Incorporated2008
Sapp Tax and Financial Services2008
FormWood Industries, Inc.2009
Missy’s Valet Service, LLC2011
New Albany Housing Authority2012
Brinly-Hardy Co.2013
Dehoney Travel2013
Jenpale LLC2013
Kyana Packaging Solutions2013
Rudy and Associates2013
ERL, Inc.2014
A Plus Paper Shredding2014
Angel Hands Therapeutic Massage, Inc.2014
Healthy Living and Beyond2014
Schuler Bauer Real Estate Services – Cory Williams2014
SK Sign & Banner2014
Telania, LLC2014
Transamerica Agency Network – Warren Bottorff2014
  
Five to Nine Years 
Clayton & Lambert Mfg. Co.2015
Pure Education Initiative, Inc.2015
MOSQUITO JOE2016
Waterfront Botanical Gardens2017
AK Studio, LLC2018
A Class Act DJ’s2018
American Shooters Indoor Gun Range2018
GoBo’s2018
Hartman Dental Associates2018
HoneyBaked Ham2018
Midwest Metal Works, Inc.2018
Payroll Vault2018
Prudential Advisors – Danny Berry2018
Purple Pearl Skin & Beauty2018
Red Roof Inn – Georgetown2018
StoneWater Acupuncture & Chiropractic2018
Visiting Angels of New Albany2018
Carr’s BBQ and Market, LLC2019
Chicken Salad Chick2019
Louisville Chocolate Fountain, LLC2019
SEEWER Insurance Group2019
Terminix Commercial2019
  
Two to Four Years 
J.F. Hilliard Company LLC2020
Kratz Sporting Goods2020
Post-Acute Medical (PAM) of Greater Indiana2020
Qualified Staffing2020
Alro Steel & Alro Plastics2021
Holiday Inn Express2021
Hyland, Block, & Hyland, Inc.2021
Purdue University Manufacturing Extension Partnership (Purdue MEP)2021
713 Architects, PLLC2022
HRS Global LLC2022
Lopp Real Estate Brokers2022
Manitowoc2022
Manitowoc2022
Ron  Grooms – Retired Executive2022
  
One Year 
Advantage Chiropractic2023
Altman Insurance Services2023
B. Redmon Insurance Partners, LLC2023
Commonwealth Pain and Spine2023
HR Alliance2023
Innovation Properties LLC2023
Kaczmarek Contracting LLC2023
Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Inc.2023
Lewis & Associates Insurance 2023
T’Dup Marketing and Business Development Services, LLC.2023
The Prologue Venue2023

Joe Glover named to Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation Fellowship Program

NEW ALBANY, Ind. (May 1, 2024) –Joe Glover, Vice Chancellor for University Relations at Indiana University Southeast has been named to the Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation (MDLF) Class VII Fellowship program. The MDLF Fellowship was established in 2016 to create a statewide network of change agents who are actively working to make Indiana the best place to build a future.

The two-year, curated program includes monthly convenings and rigorous coursework on issues including the economy, education, healthcare, and civil society while providing opportunities to learn from a variety of experts through lectures, exclusive case studies, and Socratic-style discussions. Unique to MDLF, Fellows identify issues, apply critical thinking, and address challenges in their communities through individual Capstone projects. There are 25 participants in the Class VII Fellowship.

Fellows are selected by the MDLF Board based on their demonstrated leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and alignment to the Foundation’s core principles of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and the importance of private enterprise. 

“This class of Fellows has already shown inspiring leadership and grit in driving meaningful change,” said MDLF Fellowship Committee Chair, Blair Milo. “I look forward to seeing them continue to grow individually and as members of an expanding network of leaders impacting opportunity across our state in amazing ways.” 

Glover is the chief university relations officer for IU Southeast. He develops policies and procedures and establishes long-range plans to direct the campus’ philanthropic, alumni, and community engagement efforts. He oversees The IU Southeast Office of Alumni Relations, Office of Development, and campus special events and projects.

A Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE), Vice Chancellor Glover graduated with distinction from IU Southeast with a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing. Glover also earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the IU Southeast School of Business. Glover earned his Certificate in Fund Raising Management (CFRM) from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IU Indianapolis. Vice Chancellor Glover has held several management positions at IU Southeast over his 20-year career. He is a lifetime member of the IU Alumni Association and an involved member of the Southern Indiana community where he serves on several volunteer committees and non-profit boards.

“I’m proud to be selected for this opportunity because it aligns closely with my values and aspirations,” said Glover. “Having grown up in the rapidly changing Southern part of Indiana and being a first-generation college graduate, I am deeply committed to fostering positive change in my community. The focus of the fellowship on leadership and public service is particularly important to me. As someone working in higher education with a passion for opening access and dismantling barriers, I see the fellowship as a platform to develop my leadership skills further and contribute meaningfully to initiatives that can positively impact my community and beyond.”

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About IU Southeast:  IU Southeast is one of seven campuses of Indiana University. Offering more than 150 degree programs and concentrations, the scenic 180-acre campus is located less than 15 minutes from downtown Louisville, Kentucky. It currently has over 3,750 students and employs over 360 faculty members. About 400 students live on campus in five fully furnished, lodge-style residence halls. Through an agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Indiana University Southeast offers in-state tuition to students enrolled from eight counties in the Louisville region. IU Southeast has three nationally recognized, accredited schools including the School of Business, School of Education, and School of Nursing. For more information, visit www.ius.edu. IU Southeast is a tobacco-free campus.

 

Republic Bancorp, Inc. and Republic Bank & Trust Company Appoint Two New Directors to Their Boards

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 29, 2024) – The Officers and Directors of Republic Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) and Republic Bank & Trust Company (“Republic” or the “Bank”) are pleased to announce the appointment of Yoania “Jo” Cannon and Alejandro “Alex” Sanchez to the Company’s Boards.

Cannon is Vice President, Global Brand Strategy and Finance Capabilities at Brown-Forman Corporation. Sanchez is President and CEO at Salva Financial Group of Florida.

“I am excited that Jo and Alex are joining us and bringing their skills and insights to our Boards,” said Steve Trager, Executive Chair of Republic. “Their unique perspectives can serve as a catalyst for us as we look for new ways to serve our customers and our communities.”

Cannon’s strong managerial, business, accounting and finance expertise will add significant value to Republic’s already strong Boards.

“I am passionate about offering my experience to make a difference in the community where I live and work in a way that impacts the lives of others,” Cannon said.

Cannon’s previous experience with Brown-Forman includes serving as Director, Strategy and Brand Analytics from 2020 to 2023; Finance Director Global Travel Retail and Developed APAC from 2018 to 2020; Controller, Americas from 2016 to 2018; Division Finance Manager, West Division from 2014 to 2016; Commercial Finance Manager from 2012 to 2014; Finance Sales Operations Manager from 2009 to 2011; and Finance Analyst from 2007 to 2009.

She received a Master of Accountancy, MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Louisville.

Sanchez’s banking, managerial, business, military, educational and legal experience will be a considerable asset to the Republic Boards.

“Republic’s focus on an inclusive culture where all clients and associates can thrive is something I’m proud to support both through my professional and personal knowledge, and sense of community,” Sanchez said.

Sanchez previously served as President & CEO of the Florida Bankers Association from 1998 to 2023; a Board Director for Trustco Bank from 2022 to 2023; Board Member for the EXIM Bank Advisory Committee from 2018 to 2020; and a Member of the Federal Retirement Thrift Board from 2002 to 2010. Sanchez served in the United States Air Force from 1976 to 1981.

He has a Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law and Bachelor of Science in Business and Social Science from Troy University.

About Republic Bancorp, Inc. and Republic Bank & Trust Company 

Republic Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) is the parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company (the “Bank”). The Bank currently has 47 banking centers in communities within five metropolitan statistical areas (“MSAs”) across five states: 22 banking centers located within the Louisville MSA in Louisville, Prospect, Shelbyville, and Shepherdsville in Kentucky, and Floyds Knobs, Jeffersonville, and New Albany in Indiana; six banking centers within the Lexington MSA in Georgetown and Lexington in Kentucky; eight banking centers within the Cincinnati MSA in Cincinnati and West Chester in Ohio, and Bellevue, Covington, Crestview Hills, and Florence in Kentucky; seven banking centers within the Tampa MSA in Largo, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg, Seminole, and Tampa in Florida; and four banking centers within the Nashville MSA in Franklin, Murfreesboro, Nashville, and Spring Hill, Tennessee. In addition, Republic Bank Finance, a division of the Bank, has one loan production office in St. Louis, Missouri. The Bank offers internet banking at www.republicbank.com. The Company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and as of March 31, 2024, had approximately $6.9 billion in assets. The Company’s Class A Common Stock is listed under the symbol “RBCAA” on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.

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2024 IU Southeast Commencement to be held Monday, May 6

NEW ALBANY, Ind. (April 29, 2024) – Indiana University Southeast will honor 767 graduates at its 56th Commencement ceremony next week.

Commencement will be held at 9:45 a.m., Monday, May 6, at the Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Amphitheater, behind the Ogle Center, on the IU Southeast campus at 4201 Grant Line Rd. in New Albany, Indiana. IU President, Pamela Whitten will preside over the ceremony with IU Southeast Chancellor, Debbie Ford.

The Class of 2024 will be awarded 772 degrees, including 642 bachelor’s degrees, 124 master’s degrees, and 6 associate degrees.

The Class of 2024 ranges in age from 19 to 71 and hails from 41 Indiana counties, 11 U.S. states, and 12 countries of origin. Over 29 percent of these candidates will become the first in their families to attain an undergraduate degree.

More than 39,000 IU Southeast degrees have been awarded since 1968. Nearly 80 percent of graduates remain in Indiana and the Louisville metropolitan area.

During the commencement ceremony, Wendy Dant Chesser, Chief Director of Corporate Strategy and External Affairs at the River Ridge Development Authority, will be honored with the distinguished alumni award.

A live stream of the 2024 Commencement ceremony will be available on May 6, 2024, at www.southeast.iu.edu/commencement. An archived video of the 2024 ceremony will also be made available on that same website at a later date.

In the event of inclement weather, people attending the ceremony are encouraged to monitor IU Southeast’s social media channels on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram on the morning of the ceremony. Graduates will also be notified of any changes via their IU email.

Visit www.southeast.iu.edu/commencement for the most current information regarding IU Southeast Commencement 2024 events.

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About IU Southeast:  IU Southeast is one of seven campuses of Indiana University. Offering more than 150 degree programs and concentrations, the scenic 180-acre campus is located less than 15 minutes from downtown Louisville, Kentucky. It currently has over 3,750 students and employs over 360 faculty members. About 400 students live on campus in five fully furnished, lodge-style residence halls. Through an agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Indiana University Southeast offers in-state tuition to students enrolled from eight counties in the Louisville region. IU Southeast has three nationally recognized, accredited schools including the School of Business, School of Education, and School of Nursing. For more information, visit www.ius.edu. IU Southeast is a tobacco-free campus.

Minority Business Spotlight | P.U.S.H. Transportation, LLC

Each month One Southern Indiana will feature a business that identifies as a minority-owned business.  If you are interested in being featured, please email Kana Brown.

P.U.S.H TRANSPORTATION COMPANY LLC
La’Vonia Cochran
5108 East Hwy. 62
Jeffersonsville, IN  47130
502 915-4014
www.pushtransportationllc.com

What year was your business established?  2023

What inspired you to start this business?

GOD, BEING MY OWN BOSS, FREEDOM !!!!

What is your company’s mission statement:

Push it to the limit, the spirit of P.U.S.H. , embodies our drive to exceed expectations, making every journey a memory.

Louisville Zoo’s Popular “Happy Hour” Events Return

Evening Only Events for Guests 21 and Older

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 24, 2024) – Get ready to experience the Louisville Zoo like never before. The Zoo’s popular “Hump Day Happy Hour” is returning this spring and summer, offering unique after-hours experiences exclusively for guests aged 21 and over. With special animal encounters, delicious food and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to unwind mid-week.

Hump Day Happy Hour is set for Wednesday, May 8 and Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $40 each, which includes Zoo entry, appetizers, and two drink tickets valid for beer, wine, or a specialty cocktail. Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase.

The May 8 Happy Hour, “Puuurfect Pairings,” will highlight the Zoo’s coolest cats at the Tiger Taiga and Snow Leopard Pass exhibits. The July 10 Happy Hour, “Sunset Safari,” will showcase a variety of fascinating animals.

Attendees should bring a valid ID. This event is for guests 21 and older. No one under 21 will be admitted to the event.  Tickets are non-refundable, with no rainchecks or discounts available. For more information, visit louisvillezoo.org/happyhours.

ZOO HOURS

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Spring/summer hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (stay until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more info.

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About the Louisville Zoo

The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Wall Street Journal and New York Times Best-Selling Authors, Popular Podcast Host, and Fortune 500 Executive Coach coming to Louisville for the May 22nd LeadingBetter™ Summit

Tickets selling out for this hybrid event

Louisville, Kentucky (April 25, 2024) – For the 11th year of this leadership development event, speakers for the annual LeadingBetter™ Summit include two best-selling authors, a Stanford professor, author, and podcast host, and experts in communications and collaboration. Presented by sponsor PNC Bank and speaker sponsor Humana, the annual day of learning will be delivered as a hybrid event experience, with the opportunity to attend in-person at The Kentucky Center (501 W. Main. St., Louisville, KY) or participate in an interactive virtual event.

As the region’s largest communication and collaboration event, the Summit brings together global experts for a full day of relevant, leading-edge guidance that you can apply right away – to boost performance and your ability to lead with courage and confidence. Attendees will leave feeling inspired and equipped to lead after hearing our speaker’s engaging content addressing some of the most important challenges today’s leaders, including:

  • Kim Scott, Author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-seller Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity and co-founder of the company Radical During her career in the tech industry, Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies, and served as a faculty member at Apple University and before that led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google.

“Radical Candor”

Want to be a kick-ass boss? It can be as simple as saying what you think while also giving a damn about the person you’re saying it to. At the Summit, Kim Scott will introduce key Radical Candor concepts, providing tips and tactics to help you improve feedback and create a culture of guidance based on two core principles: Caring Personally and Challenging Directly.

  • Matt Abrahams, author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot. Matt Abrahams is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. His online talks garner millions of views and he hosts the popular, award-winning podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart The Podcast. He is a lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business and is known for providing tangible, actionable skills to help even the most anxious of speakers succeed when speaking spontaneously. Outside of the classroom, he has helped countless presenters improve and hone their communication, including some who have delivered IPO road shows as well as Nobel Prize, TED, and World Economic Forum presentations.

“Think Faster. Talk Smarter”

Communication is critical to success in business and life. Concerned about an upcoming interview? Anxious about being asked to give your thoughts during a meeting? Fearful about needing to provide critical feedback in the moment? You are not alone! Many of us are uneasy about speaking in public, especially in impromptu, “off the cuff” situations. Matt Abrahams will teach techniques that will help you speak spontaneously with greater confidence and clarity, regardless of content and context.

  • Shanterra McBride & Rosalind Wiseman, co-authors of Courageous Rosalind Wiseman is the author of nine books including the New York Times Best Seller “Queen Bees and Wannabees,” which was the basis for the movie and Broadway Musical Mean Girls. Shanterra McBride is an international teacher and author, and founder of Marvelous University. Lifelong friends and co-authors of “Courageous Discomfort,” McBride and Wiseman bring with them a handbook for anyone who wants to have better, more productive conversations. This session at the Summit will feature two incredible thought leaders, whose personal relationship will offer a lively and candid discussion, leaving attendees empowered to have uncomfortable but critical conversations.

“Courageous Discomfort”

We live in a time where it can feel too hard to have honest conversations. However, everyone loses when we become worried about saying the wrong thing, and when no one says anything regarding how they think or feel. So how do we create and sustain a community where people feel they can ask questions and make mistakes? How do we know when to advocate for each other or how to receive feedback when our intentions don’t match our impact? Rosalind Wiseman and Shanterra McBride will show you how with warmth, grace, and humor.

  • Justin Jones-Fosu MBA, CSP is a workplace engagement expert, author, and CEO of Meaningful. As the founder Work. Meaningful., Justin advises some of the biggest names in the Fortune 500 and organizations across the globe on how to take ownership of their mindset, purpose, and performance to achieve amazing results. Justin is the author of three books, “Your WHY Matters Now: How Some Achieve More and Others Don’t,” “The Inclusive Mindset: How to Cultivate Diversity in Your Everyday Life,” and “I respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World.” Additionally, he was featured in EBONY Magazine as “30 Young Leaders on the Rise.” SMART CEO Magazine, and the Baltimore Business Journal. As a dual citizen of Ghana and the United States, he is an active social entrepreneur, known for facilitating learning through humor, rhythm, and passion.

“Lead and Work to a Different Beat”

Bring your best self to work, everyday. Using the African drum as a metaphor of bringing meaning, Justin Jones- Fosu creates an unforgettable experience that will inspire you to take immediate action in how you show up. His perspective on how engagement starts with employees (and not in the boardroom) will help empower people to see the best in their teams in order to maximize effectiveness, creativity, and productivity leading to positive changes in the workplace. He’ll discuss the 4 Work Meaningful Quadrants and how to apply it to create deeper and more meaningful connections and conversations among teams.

  • Cara Boardman is a Talent Development Leader, responsible for trainings and workshops for LeadingBetter™ and the Leadership Louisville Center. Cara comes with over a decade of experience in education as a former high school teacher in Chicago and a corporate learning and development professional in Seattle and now Louisville. She has worked as a teen parent advocate, college advisor, and associate director of learning and development at Wiley University Services. In her most recent role as an HR Consultant at LINAK, Cara translated learning theory into real-world training applications in a manufacturing environment and implemented behavioral coaching for emerging leaders. Curiosity is at the heart of Cara’s professional work; she believes that if leaders can get curious about what scares them, there is no limit to their potential.

“Psychological Safety & High Performance Teams”

Developing and leading high-performance teams can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your career – and also one of the most challenging. By understanding how to create and sustain psychological safety, you can unlock the full potential of your people and increase organizational and team effectiveness.

  • Lisa Zangari is the Executive Coach in Residence at Leadership Louisville Center and LeadingBetter™, and is a frequent speaker at events and conferences around the Her work has been published in TD Magazine and in 2017, Lisa was also recognized as one of Business First’s 20 People to Know in Career Development. Most recently, Influence Digest named Lisa as one of the Top 15 Coaches in Louisville. Prior to joining the Center, Lisa spent over a decade as a management consultant in New York City, where she partnered closely with organizations to develop new products, launch new ventures and nurture more innovative corporate cultures. She’s designed numerous leadership programs for companies like AARP, Abbott Pharmaceuticals, Citibank, Disney, Hasbro, Pfizer, The Acumen Fund, The Hershey Company, and more. In addition to leading a team in North America, this invigorating work gave Lisa the opportunity to travel to Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe.

“Building a Culture of Accountability”

Fostering a culture of accountability improves performance, inspires confidence, enables innovation, increases engagement, and drives long-term results. Yet it’s one of the management areas that proves most challenging for many of us. This interactive session will explore the role of psychological safety in unlocking the mindsets and behaviors necessary for accountability. Leaders will also learn five strategies for creating an organizational culture that promotes and reinforces the critical building blocks of trust and commitment: define expectations and goals, connect and build relationships, develop your feedback skills, role model being accountable, and recognize and celebrate progress. Through group exercises and stories from renowned brands such as Four Seasons, Netflix, and Zappos, you will walk away with inspiration and practical tools that can be applied back at work immediately.

The 2024 LeadingBetter™ Summit will be hosted at The Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St., Louisville, KY, with a virtual event option available. Individual tickets are $495 for in-person, and $295 for virtual attendance. Sponsorships and special group rates are available by contacting Jennifer Stevens, jstevens@leadershiplouisville.org or (502) 561-5231.

This annual day-long summit is a unique professional development opportunity for leaders at all levels. Attendees range from up-and-coming leaders to C-suite executives, with nearly 70% working at a director level or above. Both the in-person and virtual events offer valuable business networking opportunities both within and beyond the Louisville region.

Over 200 different companies and organizations attend this leadership conference each year, including the area’s top five largest publicly traded companies, two Fortune 100 and two Fortune 500 companies, and several large private-sector employers. Nearly 30% of virtual attendees are from outside of Louisville. Industries represented include businesses from large to small, Professional services (Accounting, Law, Real Estate, Builders, Financial Services, Insurance, etc.), Education, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Nonprofit organizations.

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:

  • Presenting Sponsor: PNC Bank
  • Speaker Sponsor: Humana,
  • Additional Support provided by: Ogle Foundation,
  • Gold Sponsors Advanced Business Solutions; DBS Interactive; EY; and Farm Credit Mid-America
  • Silver Sponsors: Extell Financial Services; Givaudan Sense Colour; Louisville Business First; Louisville Public Media; and Yum! Brands, Inc.
  • Bronze Sponsors: Cherry Bekaert; Hardscuffle, ; Kroger; Texas Roadhouse; and Volunteers of America Mid-States

ABOUT THE LEADERSHIP LOUISVILLE CENTER & LEADINGBETTER™

For over 45 years, the Leadership Louisville Center has helped thousands of individuals be better and do better. After decades of working with leaders in the Kentuckiana region, the Center recognized two recurring themes for those making a substantial impact: a focus on individual growth and a commitment to bettering the community. To embrace this idea of social impact leadership, the Center launched LeadingBetter™ to help expand the mission into the region and throughout the country. LeadingBetter™ helps grassroots organizations to Fortune 500 companies create stronger leaders and

higher-performing teams through exceptional, experiential training. Learn more at www.leadingbetter.com.

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The Louisville Zoo logo

The Louisville Zoo Earns Prestigious Accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)

Louisville, Ky. (April 25, 2024) – The Louisville Zoo is proud to announce that it has been granted accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), reaffirming its commitment to the highest standards of animal care, conservation and education. The accreditation was awarded during AZA’s Mid-Year Meeting held in Memphis, TN, where the Louisville Zoo was among the 28 facilities to receive this prestigious recognition.

AZA accreditation represents the “gold standard” in the zoological and aquarium profession, ensuring that accredited facilities meet and exceed rigorous standards in animal welfare, veterinary care, conservation efforts, scientific advancement, safety and security. Dan Ashe, AZA’s president and chief executive officer, congratulated Louisville Zoo staff for achieving this esteemed recognition, emphasizing the dedication to excellence exhibited by the facility.

“Receiving accreditation is a rigorous process and is never a guarantee,” said Dan Maloney, Louisville Zoo Director. “It is proof positive that we are dedicated to the highest standards in animal care, ethics, conservation and education. I am extremely proud of our staff and delighted to share in my first accreditation process here at the Louisville Zoo.”

The accreditation process involves a comprehensive evaluation, including a detailed application and a meticulous on-site inspection conducted by an independent team of zoological professionals. Every aspect of the facility’s operation is thoroughly assessed, including animal welfare, veterinary care, staff training, safety protocols, educational programs, conservation initiatives, financial stability, risk management, governance and guest services.

“Through this thorough review process, AZA ensures that accredited facilities continuously meet and exceed ever-rising standards,” added Maloney. “This accreditation is not only a recognition of our past achievements but also a commitment to maintaining excellence in the future.”

As a condition of association membership, AZA-accredited facilities must undergo this rigorous accreditation process every five years to maintain their status. With accreditation, the public can trust that the animals at the Louisville Zoo receive the highest level of care and well-being, with a steadfast commitment to their conservation in the wild.

There are 236 AZA-accredited institutions and 15 AZA-accredited related facility members throughout the U.S. and 12 other countries. For a complete list of accredited AZA facilities, please visit https://www.aza.org/current-accreditation-list.

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About The Louisville Zoo
The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

About AZA
Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, animal welfare, education, science, and recreation. AZA is the accrediting body for the top zoos and aquariums in the United States and 12 other countries. Look for the AZA accreditation logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. The AZA is a leader in saving species and your link to helping animals all over the world. To learn more, visit www.aza.org.

Carol Dan Browning Appointed Chair of Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Litigation Group

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 25, 2024)—Stites & Harbison, PLLC recently appointed Stites & Harbison, PLLC attorney Carol Dan Browning as Chair of the firm’s Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Litigation Group.

“We are incredibly happy to have Carol lead the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Litigation Group,” stated Marjorie A. Farris, Chair of Stites & Harbison. “She is one of the top attorneys across the Midwest and Southeast regions of the country when it comes to product liability litigation. Her exemplary legal skills combined with her leadership experience at Stites will serve the firm and our clients well.”

Browning is a Member (Partner) based in Stites & Harbison’s Louisville, Ky., office. She is an accomplished trial attorney who has tried more than 35 cases to jury verdict in multiple jurisdictions. She is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, North America’s preeminent organization of trial lawyers. Browning’s practice includes drug and medical device litigation, products liability and medical malpractice defense. She serves as national or state counsel for multiple drug, medical device and product manufacturers and is involved in multi-district litigation pending in various federal district courts and in coordinated litigation pending in state courts throughout Kentucky.

Browning stays active in a variety of professional and community organizations. She is a member of the Defense Research Institute, the International Association of Defense Counsel and the Product Liability Advisory Council. She also previously served on the Louisville Ballet’s Board of Directors. Within the firm, she is a former Chair of the Torts & Insurance Practice Service Group and a former member of the Management Committee.

About Stites & Harbison

Stites & Harbison, PLLC is a nationally recognized, full-service law firm. With 11 offices across six states — Kentucky, Georgia, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee and Virginia — the firm represents clients across the United States and internationally. Tracing its origins to 1832, Stites & Harbison is known as a preeminent firm managing sophisticated transactions, challenging litigation and complex regulatory matters on a daily basis. For more information, visit www.stites.com.