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McLoughlin to keynote GLI annual meeting

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 25, 2014) — Greater Louisville Inc. – The Metro Chamber of Commerce (GLI) announced that Electrolux President and CEO Keith McLoughlin will serve as the keynote speaker for the GLI Annual Meeting on Feb. 17, 2015.

gliMcLoughlin has served as President and CEO of Electrolux since 2011. Previously he held the position as head of Electrolux major appliances North America, after which he served as chief operations officer major appliances to AB Electrolux. Prior to joining Electrolux, McLoughlin had a 22-year career at DuPont Corporation leading consumer-brand businesses such as Tyvek, Corian and Stainmaster. He has also served on the board of directors of Briggs & Stratton Corporation since 2007.

“Electrolux is an iconic brand that extends far beyond their familiar small appliances,” said Kent Oyler, President & CEO of Greater Louisville Inc. “We look forward to hearing from Keith on how they have achieved global success in a very complex and competitive environment. Our members will appreciate hearing his perspectives on promoting sustainability and corporate citizenship inside one of the world’s greatest companies.”

Along with presenting a high profile corporate keynote speaker, GLI’s annual meeting brings together a gathering of business, community and civic leaders for a celebratory evening that includes a review of the past year’s successes, an overview of strategies for future business development activity and the presentation of business-related awards.

The 2015 GLI Annual Meeting will take place Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015 from 5-9 p.m. at the Galt House Hotel & Suites Grand Ballroom, 140 North 4th Street. The evening begins with an opening reception at 5:00 p.m., followed by the program at 6:00 p.m. and networking at 7:30 p.m.

Early bird pricing of $120 for GLI members and $135 for guests is available through Jan. 20, 2015. After Jan. 20 tickets are $135 for members and $155 for guests. Special pricing for groups of 8 is also available. For more information and to register, visit www.greaterlouisville.com/events.

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