Why Lexington, Kentucky?
There are many reasons why Lexington is the perfect place for your next meeting, like its convenient and picturesque location, state-of-the-art convention center, unique event venues, and abundance of things to do between meetings—just to name a few.
Corporate Life In Lexington
With the big brands that call our great city home, to our diverse and talented workforce, to our work culture, there’s no place quite like Lexington.
Fortune 500 Companies
Headquartered in Lexington, a multitude of companies call Lexington and the surrounding region home – Alltech, Inc., Big Ass Fans, CLC Lodging, Fazoli's, Galls LLC, Lexmark International, Link-Belt...
National Names
Major brands and companies with a large presence in Lexington include Belcan, Dixie (Georgia-Pacific), IBM Global Services, J. M. Smucker (Jif), Lockeed-Martin, Schneider Electric (Square D), UPS,...
Large Private Employers
The largest private employers here in Central Kentucky area are Toyota Motor Manufacturing (located in Georgetown, within the Lexington combined statistical area), Amazon, and Conduent.
An International Presence
Lexington is home to companies from all over the globe, including Japan, Singapore, China, Germany, Ireland, France, Italy, Switzerland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Canada.
Work Hard, Play Hard
A happy workforce is an effective workforce—and we have plenty of ways to enjoy ourselves after work. We were named the #3 city in the country with the best work-life balance by smartasset.com.
Our Educated Workforce
41.8% of our population has a bachelor’s degree or higher—that puts us at #14 nationally. And with 17,000 new graduates each year, our educated workforce is growing fast.
Unique Corporate Event Venues
From convention centers to one-of-a-kind business event spaces, Lexington has a venue that’s sure to make your meeting one to remember.
Central Bank Center and Rupp Arena
This newly renovated downtown complex features 100,000 square feet of contemporary exhibit space, 16...
Keeneland Racecourse
With its tranquil setting and lovely stone fences and buildings, this national historic landmark is...
Apiary Catering & Events
This spectacular downtown venue transports guests into a hidden world that blends Southern...
Featured Attractions
Finding the right space for your meeting is key, but so is choosing a place with unique and exciting things to do between or after meetings—and Lexington has the best of both worlds.
Visit Horse Country
Visit Horse Country provides a central booking outlet for member horse farms and medical equine...
Equus Run Vineyards
Nestled on 38 acres in the Bluegrass, Equus Run Vineyards has a variety of options for your...
Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate
Ashland, the home of famous 19th-century statesman Henry Clay, is at the edge downtown Lexington on...
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
The plant began production in 1988 and is Toyota's largest production plant in North America. During...
Lexpert Spotlight
Lexington is home to some pretty smart folks. Get in touch to see how one of our local corporate lexperts can help make your meeting a big hit.
Amanda Black
Marketing & Event Coordinator, Alltech and Parliamentarian, Junior League of Lexington
Area of Focus - Events/Local Organizations and Nonprofits
Scott Harvey
Speaking of Harvey
Area of Focus: Leadership Skills and Communication Training, Motivational Speaking, Responsible Use of Technology
Jeff Koonce
Market President, WesBanco
Shirrod Le’Det
The Leadership Locksmith, The Growth Coach of Greater Lexington
Area of Focus - Organizational Leadership Development & Strategic Mindset
Brian Luftman
Co-Founder / USA Managing Director Never Say Die Bourbon
Public speaker for large or small groups, Bourbon storytelling, brand-building, entrepreneurship, whiskey tastings
Dale Morgan
Founder & CEO, FOUNDATION47
Area of Focus - Financial Literacy, Keynote and Motivational Speaking, Commercials, and Lifestyle Magazine Print