At Occam Design, we believe that location matters. When we decided where to establish our headquarters, we wanted a place that would not only support our business operations but also provide an environment where innovation and creativity could flourish. Louisville, Kentucky has proven to be the perfect choice, and here’s why.
Strategic Location for Logistics Excellence
Being located in Louisville gives us an incredible advantage when it comes to shipping and logistics. As home to UPS Worldport, the largest fully automated package handling facility in the world, we can ship prototypes and finished products to clients across the country with remarkable speed and reliability.
Louisville’s central location puts us within a day’s drive of about 70% of the U.S. population. This geographic advantage means faster deliveries, reduced shipping costs, and the ability to respond quickly to client needs.
Access to World-Class Healthcare Partners
Louisville boasts an impressive healthcare ecosystem, with renowned hospital systems and medical centers. This proximity gives us invaluable opportunities for:
- Direct collaboration with healthcare professionals during testing phases
- Real-time feedback from medical specialists who use similar devices
- Access to clinical settings for prototype evaluation
- Partnerships with medical researchers to advance our technologies
The ability to work closely with these institutions has significantly improved our product development process, ensuring our designs meet real-world clinical needs.
An Emerging Technology Hub
Louisville is rapidly establishing itself as a technology center in the Midwest. The city has invested significantly in supporting tech startups and innovation companies through initiatives like the Louisville Healthcare CEO Council and Louisville Entrepreneurship Acceleration Partnership (LEAP).
Being part of this growing tech ecosystem connects us with other innovative companies, creates opportunities for collaboration, and gives us access to resources specifically designed to help companies like ours succeed.
Exceptional Quality of Life Draws Top Talent
Creating cutting-edge medical device designs requires exceptional talent, and Louisville helps us attract and retain the best in the field. The city offers:
- Affordable cost of living compared to coastal tech hubs
- Vibrant cultural scene with world-class museums and performing arts
- Rich traditions like the Kentucky Derby and the bourbon heritage
- Strong sense of community and Southern hospitality
Our team members enjoy the perfect balance of urban amenities and accessibility. The ability to own a home, enjoy a reasonable commute, and experience genuine quality of life helps us bring in talent that might otherwise gravitate to more expensive tech centers.
Looking Forward
As Occam Design continues to grow, we’re more convinced than ever that Louisville was the right choice for our company. The combination of logistical advantages, healthcare connections, emerging tech environment, and exceptional quality of life creates the perfect foundation to develop world-class medical devices.
We’re proud to be part of Louisville’s growth story, contributing to its reputation as a center for medical innovation while benefiting from all this unique city has to offer.