
Jahan Taila
May 21, 2025
Partnerships
If you're a Louisville native, you've probably heard or seen Louisville Bars & Restaurants. They're the biggest hospitality directory in Louisville and have detailed lists of 1800+ bars, restaurants, & local organizations.
Derby Digital recently partnered with Louisville Bars & Restaurants as the exclusive web design & marketing agency for all the restaurants & bars in Louisville. This is a huge growth opportunity for both Louisville Bars & Restaurants and Derby Digital, as we will both benefit each other through exposure, marketing, & operational aid. Read this blog post to see the big ideas we have planned for the future of Louisville!
700,000 Monthly Impressions & Thousands Of Pages
Let's say you're in Louisville and searching for "Mexican food near me" or "The best Mexican restaurants in Louisville". Chances are, you'll be one of the 700,000 monthly impressions on Louisville Bars & Restaurants and visit a search-tailored page from their nearly 5000+ pages. That's the reality for most consumers in Louisville: they're actively searching for niche restaurants, food, experiences, etc, and landing on pages by Louisville Bars & Restaurants.
What This Means For Louisville
This isn’t just a partnership — it’s a massive opportunity to elevate the entire hospitality scene in Louisville. Here’s what we're planning:
✅ Better Websites, Faster Booking
We’re rolling out modern, mobile-optimized websites for local restaurants and bars to help customers find, book, and explore faster than ever.
✅ Smarter Marketing, Bigger Reach
From Google Ads to hyperlocal SEO, we’re bringing data-driven marketing strategies that will help consumers find high-quality local restaurants and bars that meet their specific search criteria.
✅ Influencer & Celebrity Marketing
We're going to be bringing more influencers & celebrities to Louisville to grow local restaurants. Think influencers giving food reviews, all-you-can-eat challenges, and specialized celebrity menu items!
✅ Stronger Community Connections
We’ll be highlighting hidden gems and giving new restaurants increased exposure on social media & Google.
A Win-Win Partnership
For Louisville Bars & Restaurants, this partnership means stronger infrastructure, better visibility for the brands they represent, and streamlined operations across the board.
For Derby Digital, it’s a chance to continue our mission of helping small businesses win with creative technology and bold storytelling. We're going to be rolling out exclusive websites & marketing campaigns targeted towards small restaurants.
And for you — the locals — this means a better experience when discovering, booking, and enjoying everything Louisville’s food and drink scene has to offer.
And if you haven't already, check out Louisville Bars & Restaurants at louisvillebarsandrestaurants.com
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Jahan Taila
Jahan Taila is the co-founder and CEO of Derby Digital. He previously was the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of a VC-backed edtech startup, which he sold a majority stake in before starting Derby Digital.