The Derby City gets a little more knowledgeable and a little more tipsy with the addition of a monthly Nerd Nite Event at Gravely Brewing Co!
We had our first event January 25th featuring…
*Presentation #1
“Pitino, Adidas, and Accreditation – Understanding the UofL Scandals”
by Bentley McBentleson
Description: What did Pitino do on a restaurant table? How did UofL entertain prospective recruits? What happened with the UofL Foundation board? Why is Adidas involved with UofL? Who is responsible for the close call with accreditation? All these questions and more will be answered in this presentation focusing on the drama around the University of Louisville scandals.
Bio: Bentley McBentleson is a digital marketer and grows his own beard. You can follow him @mcbentleson
*Presentation #2
“On Brand: Building the Visual Identity of Louisville’s New Breed”
by Brandon Bass
Description: Mid-sized American cities are growing at an alarming rate thanks to trends in technology, job markets, and the ever-evolving Millennial mindset. With that quick expansion, disparate places are experiencing a “Pinterest Effect” in which design ideas are rampantly shared and stolen– but what does that mean for Louisville and surrounding metro areas?
Bio: Brandon Bass operates a boutique design shop called Automatic Anything (automaticanything.com) and creates fine art as BBASS (bbassart.com). Instagram with him: @thebbass.
*Presentation #3
“Top 20 Mistakes People Make When Starting A Business”
by Zack Pennington
Description: Starting a new business can be a really rewarding experience. It can also be super difficult. Learn some of the most common mistakes people make when they start their new business from someone who has made them all (and more!). Gain inspiration and get past roadblocks by learning what NOT TO do (and subsequently, perhaps what TO do) to make your business move forward and achieve your goals. Maybe you’ll laugh, maybe I’ll cry, maybe both!
Bio: Zack Pennington is a serial entrepreneur, creative, and community builder. He can be found online or anywhere in Louisville that serves good food and bourbon.