Rooster Booster to feature Dee Robinson, CEO of Robinson Hill Inc., founder of Good Trouble bourbon, and author of Courage by Design
(270) 926-1860 by noon on Wednesday, March 29. COST IN ADVANCE: $15 for Chamber Members and $25 for non-members. COST AT THE DOOR: $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for non-members.
A legacy revived, Green River has brought a rich Kentucky Bourbon tradition back to Owensboro.
Originally founded in 1885, Green River (DSP-KY-10) is the 10th oldest distillery in Kentucky. Prior to prohibition, Owensboro, Ky. was one of the richest contributors to the bourbon industry with more than 20 distilleries. Green River, known as “the Whiskey Without Regrets,” was the official medicinal whiskey of the U.S. Marine Hospital and has been referenced as the most expensive whiskey ever sold - 20 barrels were once traded for an interest in a Colorado gold mine. Fire and prohibition relegated the brand to history before being reestablished in 2022.
Today, the “Whiskey Without Regrets” is bringing Owensboro’s rich bourbon heritage to life as the westernmost outpost of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. A gateway to east-bound visitors, it’s a short drive from St. Louis, Nashville and Evansville, Ind. The distillery welcomed nearly 10,000 visitors last year. But beyond the distillery experience, Green River is about
sharing high-quality, delicious Kentucky Bourbon. Following a highly successful four-state launch in 2022, Green River Distilling Co is expanding in 2023 with the release of Green River Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon, in complement to their flagship high rye bourbon, in 25 markets across the United States.
The bourbon’s unique packaging - a horseshoe shaped bottle honoring the original labeling from 1885 - tells the story of the brand through glass - with 10 notches on the brands horseshoe referencing DSP-KY-10, an ornate tax trip with the original tagline
“The Whiskey Without Regrets,” and “The Pride of Owensboro” prominently displayed.
“We’re energized by how the bourbon community has embraced Green River,” said Head Distiller Aaron Harris who joined Green River in Fall 2022. “Green River is a brand with a distinct and storied history and we embrace it fully while remaining future-looking to create delicious new whiskies that delight bourbon enthusiasts and casual consumers across the U.S.”
Speaker’s Bio
An acclaimed speaker, Dee Robinson is an oft-recognized award-winning entrepreneur who works with individuals and organizations to overcome the fear that holds them back and instead amplify their communications, have the confidence to discuss difficult topics, and pursue their dreams, discovering their true purpose along the way. Her goal is to help clients live a bold life of service and significance. She leads and speaks with passion, guiding her audience to effectively strengthen and elevate their vision to new heights. What shines through in both her work and her public speaking is her uncanny ability to instill courage and build courage circles to maximize ROP3—return on people, profit, and purpose—and leave audiences intrigued and wanting to hear more.
of Pennsylvania and the Kellogg School of Management, worked in two large banks, consumer goods company Johnson & Johnson, and top advertising agency Leo Burnett before taking the brave leap into entrepreneurship. It would have been easy to stay in her stable and well-paying career, but she always longed to move the needle of her work experience to something bigger that would contribute meaningfully to our world, and she speaks compellingly about the decision to become an entrepreneur. In that process, she formulated and cultivated a scalable and teachable strategy to help others embrace change and forge their own unique path.
An acclaimed speaker, Dee Robinson is an oft-recognized award-winning entrepreneur who works with individuals organizations to overcome the fear that holds them back and instead amplify their communications, have discuss difficult topics, and pursue their dreams, discovering their true purpose along the way. Her goal a bold life of service and significance. She leads and speaks with passion, guiding her audience to effectively strengthen their vision to new heights. What shines through in both her work and her public speaking is her uncanny ability build courage circles to maximize ROP3—return on people, profit, and purpose—and leave audiences intrigued and more.
Dee ideated, founded, and successfully scaled Robinson Hill, Inc., building a powerful reputation as an outstanding operator in driving sales, efficiency, innovation, and employee performance along the way. Leveraging comprehensive and integrated marketing strategies customized for key audiences to drive expansion, she spearheaded multiple capital development efforts and forged successful joint ventures and partnerships that further spurred growth. Robinson Hill subsequently grew to encompass over 60 airport and tourist-site restaurants and retail stores. Brands and partnerships in the company portfolio include notable names like Hudson Group, Frontera Grill, Ben & Jerry’s, Farmer’s Fridge, Potbelly, and Lettuce Entertain You. Her subject matter expertise in successfully scaling companies led her to counsel other businesses to do the same.
Dee’s candid recounting of her own wins and losses in running her own business— and lessons learned from each—consistently resonate with audiences Dee’s refreshing honesty entertains audiences even as they learn. She engages people from the moment she steps in front of them and leaves them with ideas that linger and techniques they will use even long after the speaking engagement is over. She is inspired to help people take their careers—and themselves— to unprecedented levels. We all deserve to be wherever our dreams take us!
Dee ideated, founded, and successfully scaled Robinson Hill, Inc., building a powerful reputation as an outstanding sales, efficiency, innovation, and employee performance along the way. Leveraging comprehensive and integrated customized for key audiences to drive expansion, she spearheaded multiple capital development efforts and forged ventures and partnerships that further spurred growth. Robinson Hill subsequently grew to encompass over 60 airport restaurants and retail stores. Brands and partnerships in the company portfolio include notable names like Hudson Grill, Ben & Jerry’s, Farmer’s Fridge, Potbelly, and Lettuce Entertain You. Her subject matter expertise in successfully led her to counsel other businesses to do the same.
Prior to starting her own company, Dee attended the University
When not working, advocating, serving on boards, or playing (at) golf, Dee enjoys cooking, a passion she shared with her beloved mom, who was a consummate host and a courageous soul. Her dinners were nothing short of legendary. It was also her mom who taught her to always leave people and places better than she found them—something that has now become her unofficial mission. Dee is a bourbon maker, proud mom and grandma to her daughter’s cat. Living in Chicago makes juggling her love for power boating and golf difficult to balance.
Prior to starting her own company, Dee attended the University of Pennsylvania and the Kellogg School of
greater owensboro chamber of commerce CHAMBER MATTERS APRIL 2023 Vol 21/Issue 4
The Chamber will host its Rooster Booster breakfast this Thursday, March 30 at 7:30 a.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center (501 West Second Street). The program is sponsored by Green River Distilling Company. Featured speaker will be Dee Robinson, CEO of Robinson Hill Inc., founder of Good Trouble bourbon, and author of Courage by Design. Reserve your spot now at www.chamber. owensboro.com or by calling the Chamber office at
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20 Leadership Owensboro Arts & Culture and Philanthropy in Our Community
21 Ribbon Cutting: Western Academy at the Neblett 12:15 p.m. | 417 Elm Street
24 Executive Committee Meeting 12:00 p.m. | Commerce Center
27 Board of Directors Meeting 7:30 a.m. | Commerce Center
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