The Kentucky Derby season brings about $400 million in economic impact to the region each year. While Louisville and Jefferson County see much of that impact, the surrounding counties get a spike in tourism activity as well.
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Louisville Business First: "How neighboring Kentucky counties benefit from Kentucky Derby tourism"
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Mason Warren
Mason Warren, TMP, CKTP, PDM, is the vice president of ShelbyKY Tourism. He sits on the board of directors of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and is a lifelong resident of Shelby County, KY.