2026-05 ACGKY Deal of the Year Awards

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ACG KY Deal of the Year

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May 12, 2026 11:20 AM - 1 PM EDT

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The annual ACG Kentucky’s Deal of the Year Awards recognize significant M&A transactions that drive regional growth, honoring the Middle Market companies, executives, dealmakers and professional advisors and their achievements. 
 

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John Neace

Neace Ventures
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John  Neace

Hear the name John Neace, and one phrase immediately comes to mind: “successful entrepreneur.” 

John founded Neace Lukens, an insurance concern that exceeded $100 million in revenues before a successful private equity exit. His career is sprinkled with key investment, ownership or operational roles at companies including Talon Logistics, GC International, Falls City Beer, Old 502 Winery, AllTerrain Paving & Construction, Four Gate Whiskey, Bothy Trading, Hectare’s, Ashley Furniture and several Parlour Pizza + Pints locations. 

Additionally, he serves as Chairman of the Louisville City Football Club and has contributed to the growth of Louisville professional sports franchises. He pursues real estate projects on both sides of the river, and serves on several local corporate boards and nonprofit organizations. 

He attended Northern Kentucky University and earned a Master’s in Public Administration from Xavier University.

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THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

 

MEMBERS --  CLICK RED "REGISTER NOW" BOX.

GUESTS  -- REGISTER THROUGH EVENTBRITE:  https://ACGKYDealofYear.eventbrite.com

(Problems with registering? Call 502.509.6768 or email acgkentucky@acg.org)

THE EVENT

ACG Kentucky honors Neace Ventures for its deals driving Louisville’s growth. In 2025, Neace expanded its transportation portfolio by acquiring Journey Warehousing and Logistics from entrepreneur Lydia Henshaw. RSVP to hear about the transaction, the company’s growth strategy and Neace’s involvement in Louisville ventures. 

SCHEDULE 

  • Arrival / Name Tags (Note: Check in with ground floor security to gain admittance to the event area on the 29th Floor.)
  • Meet the Executives | Networking
  • Lunch Buffet
  • ACG Announcements and Introductions
  • Regional M&A Deals Overview  
  • Deal of the Year Awards, Speaker Presentation and Q&A
  • Program End 

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RSVP INFORMATION - THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

ACG KENTUCKY MEMBERS  (CLICK THE "REGISTER NOW" BOX)

Attendance is a pre-paid benefit of membership, but registration is required. Click the RSVP box and follow the prompts. A non-member may accompany you at a reduced guest fee ($40), payable at registration. 

NON-MEMBERS -- REGISTER THROUGH EVENTBRITE (https://ACGKYDealofYear.eventbrite.com)

Non-member executives and deal professionals are welcome to attend. Click the highlighted text above to register and pay as a guest. Admission provides networking access, lunch and the featured presentation. 

SPONSOR REPRESENTATIVES

To RSVP: send an email to acgkentucky@acg.org listing each non-member guest's name, title, company and email address attending under the sponsorship. Gold Partners are authorized 3 non-member guests. Silver - 1 guest.

Sponsor representatives who are ACG Kentucky members should RSVP using their ACG membership credentials. 

ACG GLOBAL MEMBERS 

ACG members from other chapters are welcome to attend at the guest rate. Register through Eventbrite. Admission includes networking, buffet lunch and the featured program.

DOWNTOWN PARKING OPTIONS

Eli Brown Lot 
432 W. Liberty St.
Louisville, KY 40202
384 feet, 2 minute walk

JP Morgan Chase Lot & Garage 
415 W. Jefferson St.
Louisville, KY 40202
0.2 miles, 4 minute walk

Starks Parking Garage 
430 S. 3rd St.
Louisville, KY 40202
0.3 miles, 7 minute walk

Street parking

Additional locations:

https://louisvilleky.gov/government/parking-authority-parc/parc-street-garageslots

NOTE - The Garage located in the basement of the 500W Building (500 West Jefferson Street) is NOT available to ACG meeting attendees. 

PAYMENT

Your purchase includes a 3 percent fee to cover ACG processing costs.

REFUND POLICY

10 OR MORE DAYS BEFORE EVENT: Full refund (ACG Kentucky verifies email receipt date); 2 TO 9 DAYS PRIOR:  Full amount less cost of event meal(s) purchased on your behalf.  DAY PRIOR AND AFTERWARD: No refund.

MEDIA RELEASE & CONSENT

Your registration acts as an audio/video release and reflects your permission for ACG Kentucky to use your image and comments captured at the event through audio, video or photography for marketing and promotional purposes. 

QUESTIONS

If you have difficulty signing in or have other questions, contact Chapter Executive Terry McWilliams at 502.509.6768 or email acgkentucky@acg.org.