'Louisville Business First' recently interviewed Jim Allen, Baird Vice Chairman, about Baird's plans to renovate its offices at 500 W. Jefferson Street in downtown Louisville.  The new modernized office space will be a combined celebration of Hilliard Lyons’ history in Louisville and Baird’s future in the city.

Allen said: "Hilliard Lyons (now Baird) has a 165-year plus history in Downtown Louisville. We want to be part of the solution moving forward in Downtown Louisville and help set the tone for the future."

Read the full, unlocked interview here.