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Honoring Dr. Vy Truong: Mosaic Award Recipient and Model of Compassionate Leadership
Published by New American Business Association Inc.May 2025 At the heart of America’s small business landscape are stories of courage, resilience, and relentless service — stories like that of Dr.…
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NABA “Love Housing” Model: Integrated Affordable Housing, Health, and Wellness for Seniors
Introduction The NABA “Love Housing” model, envisioned by Louisville entrepreneur Di Tran, is a comprehensive ecosystem that combines affordable senior housing with robust on-site health and wellness services. It aims…
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Kentucky Pharmacy: A Rising Star in Healthcare—Born from Community, Fueled by Purpose
Published by New American Business Association Inc.May 14, 2025 The New American Business Association Inc. (NABA) proudly celebrates a milestone achievement by one of its most impactful incubated ventures: Kentucky…
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Reforming Federal Aid and Accreditation: Lessons from Louisville Beauty Academy
Federal education officials have signaled a new focus on college costs and accreditation. For example, in 2021 the U.S. Department of Education announced it was reviving an enforcement unit to…
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Balancing Public Health and Economic Growth: A Policy Perspective on Senate Bill 22
New American Business Association Inc. IntroductionThe New American Business Association Inc. (NABA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurial growth, responsible regulation, and equitable economic opportunity, offers this article as…
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Executive Order on Higher Education Accreditation Reform (April 23, 2025) – Summary and Implications
🔑 Key Gist of the Changes & Focus Areas: 🎯 1. Refocusing Accreditation on Student Outcomes 🚫 2. Crackdown on Unlawful DEI Standards 🧑⚖️ 3. Legal and Federal Oversight Enhancements…
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Funding Programs for Affordable “Workforce” Housing (50–80% AMI) in Louisville and Nationally
Affordable housing for households earning 50% to 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) – often termed “workforce housing” – is supported by a patchwork of federal, state, and local funding…
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Affordable Housing and Wellness: Supporting Optimal Aging in Kentucky’s Underserved Seniors
Housing Insecurity and Affordability Challenges for Older Kentuckians Kentucky’s elderly population – especially those who are low-income, living with disabilities, or from immigrant communities – faces significant housing insecurity and…
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Strategic Analysis: Accreditation, Federal Aid Limits, and Louisville Beauty Academy’s Path Forward
Accrediting Agencies in Beauty Education: History and Authority Origins and Nonprofit Status: Accrediting bodies like the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) and the American Association of…
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The True Cost of Education Access: Understanding Bureaucracy in U.S. Adult & Vocational Schools
An Educational Resource by New American Business Association Inc. (NABA) Featuring Research and Insight from Louisville Beauty Academy – A Kentucky State-Licensed and State-Accredited Beauty College Introduction Access to education…
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Why the Future of Education Is Cash-Based—and Louisville Beauty Academy Is Leading the Nation – March 2025
In an era where federal student loan programs are collapsing, monthly payments are soaring, and income-based repayment plans are disappearing, a simple truth is emerging across America: Cash-based, debt-free education…
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Kentucky Pharmacy: Love, Legacy, and Leadership Amid Industry Hardship
Overview Independent pharmacies across the US are vital yet face significant hurdles, such as low reimbursements and drug shortages. Kentucky Pharmacy LLC, under Dr. Vy Truong’s leadership, exemplifies success, with…
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