Associations

NAFED
The National Association of Food Equipment Dealers is a national non-profit business cooperative which specializes in attracting the attention of manufacturers for special consideration in pricing and in marketing their products.

FEDA
The Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association is a nationally recognized association for foodservice equipment and supplies dealers with a focus on maintaining profitable dealerships capable of providing knowledge, service and value for professional foodservice operators.

CFESA
The Commercial Food Equipment Service Association is the trade association of professional service and parts distributors for the foodservice industry. Members have access to an online inventory of millions of equipment parts.

KRA
The Kentucky Restaurant Association is a non-profit organization run by its members which helps organize events and meetings, keeps members informed, lobbies for restaurant issues at the state and national levels, and assists members with questions and issues.

Kentucky ProStart
Kentucky ProStart is a non-profit, two-year, culinary arts and restaurant management program that recruits and educates students wanting to pursue careers in the foodservice, lodging, and hospitality industries. Over 20 Kentucky schools currently participate in the program.

BBB
The Better Business Bureau has a comprehensive set of policies, procedures and best practices focused on how businesses should treat the public – fairly and honestly in all circumstances. The BBB has been looking out for consumers and businesses for over 100 years.

NFIB
The National Federation of Independent Business is the leading small business association representing small and independent businesses. A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization founded in 1943, NFIB represents the consensus views of its members throughout the country.

KALFA
The Kentucky Assisted Living Facilities Association is the only organization in Kentucky solely dedicated to representing assisted living and other senior housing communities throughout the state. KALFA is the state affiliate of the Assisted Living Federation of America.

GLI
Greater Louisville Inc. – Metro Chamber of Commerce, is one of the region’s premier business organizations and the leading economic development agency for Greater Louisville. GLI is committed to helping the region become an area where imaginations and individuals thrive.

PABA
Preston Area Business Alliance is a network of business owners and community leaders that focus on supporting, promoting, and strengthening businesses along the Preston Highway corridor in Louisville, Kentucky.

Family Business Center
Since 1993, The Family Business Center at the University of Louisville has helped family-owned businesses through connections, support, education, and advocacy. The resources at the FBC allow family-owned businesses to grow, succeed, and thrive from generation to generation.