The BBA is the first-stop destination for businesses to start, stay and succeed in Birmingham.
Time is running out! Secure your spot at the Regional Economic Development Summit on November 16th, hosted by BBA.
Join us for insightful discussions, networking and a keynote address by Alabama Secretary of Commerce Greg Canfield. Register now: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/11/16/bba-apos-s-economic-development-summit
Interested in building your network and advancing your career while positively impacting your community? BBA offers connections for professionals across industries and levels.
Learn how you can get involved with the BBA at https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/.
The Greater Birmingham Region has been designated a federal Tech Hub, joining an elite group of 31 communities across the United States. This prestigious recognition, awarded through the Biden-Harris Administration, promises to inject $75 million into Birmingham's local economy.
Bidenomics and the President’s Investing in America Agenda are Positioning Regions Across the Country to Lead the Industries of the Future Today, President Biden and Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo will announce the designation of 31 communities across the country as Regional Innovation and Te...
Join us for the BBA Chamber Luncheon series, where business leaders come together to shape Birmingham's future! This month, we're honored to have Bill Poole, State of Alabama Finance Director, as our guest speaker. Don't miss out on this opportunity for insightful conversations and connections.
Tickets: BBA investor ($35), non-investor ($55), or reserve a sponsored table for your team ($400).
Special thanks to Protective Life, our presenting sponsor!
Secure your spot today:
https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/11/9/monthly-bba-chamber-luncheon-speaker-bill-poole
We're grateful for the unwavering support and dedication of our top investors who play a vital role in shaping our region's future. Last week we gathered for a top investor social to connect and show our appreciation for this incredible group of people and partners.
Time is running out! Secure your spot at the Regional Economic Development Summit on November 16th, hosted by BBA.
Join us for insightful discussions, networking and a keynote address by Alabama Secretary of Commerce Greg Canfield. Register now: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/11/16/bba-apos-s-economic-development-summit
Birmingham Business Alliance proudly presents our November Chamber Luncheon. Join us for engaging discussions, valuable connections and insights from influential leaders across the region.
Guest Speaker: Bill Poole, State of Alabama Finance Director
Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Protective Life!
Tickets available now:
https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/11/9/monthly-bba-chamber-luncheon-speaker-bill-poole
Less than 50 seats left for BBA’s Magic City HBCU Breakfast on October 26th! Don’t wait to claim your spot and learn from four HBCU presidents about the importance of collaboration between the business community and Alabama’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Panelists:
Dr. Yolanda W. Page, President of Stillman College
Dr. Cynthia Anthony, President of Lawson State Community College
Dr. George T. French, President of Clark Atlanta University
Dr. Gregory J. Vincent, President of Talladega College
Secure your seats: birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/10/26/magic-city-breakfast
Our Supplier Scale program just celebrated the completion of its second cohort! In partnership with Prosper and Jefferson County, we empowered entrepreneurs over a 6-month period to conquer obstacles and keep growing.
Led by industry experts and using Interise's StreetWise 'MBA' curriculum, we covered topics like business development strategies, finance, marketing, HR and more. Plus, we helped the participants access capital and land contracts with major players.
🎓 Meet the amazing graduates of Supplier Scale Cohort 2:
ACE CDL School LLC/ Signature Express LLC
All Seasons Heating & Cooling LLC
ARK WinGS Gym
Bridge + Root
C & B Transportation Systems, Inc
Covering Your Assets LLC
Diamond Trucking LLC
Education Solutions
Grindhouse
Kuntri Kitchen
Latino News, LLC
Life Key Financial Group, Incorporated
Likeminds, LLC; The Pixel Room, LLC
Nette's Growth Serum
Nia Health, PLLC; Nia Benefit Corporation
NOLA ICE BROAD ST
New Metro Auto Service
Oasis Senior Advisors Birmingham
Simone's Kitchen ATL
The Computer Consulting Group, LLC
3 Way Cleaning Company
We also extend our gratitude to the partners who have provided support and resources. These organizations have played a crucial role in making this year’s program a success:
Alamerica Bank
Allison
Birmingham Airport Authority
Birmingham Business Resource Center
Community Bank
First Bank
Hope Credit Union
Smart Bank
https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/regional-news-1/2023/10/13/scaling-small-business-celebrating-supplier-scale-cohort-2-graduates
Another fantastic Chamber Luncheon in the books! We were honored to host Robert Simon from Corporate Realty, who shared some exciting insights about "The Star Uptown," his latest development in Birmingham.
Big thanks to our sponsor, Goodwyn Cawood Mills, for making events like these possible. Interested in attending next month's luncheon? Visit the events page on our website to get your tickets.
Join us on November 14 for an afternoon of insights and networking with the bio industry.
Our 'Building Bio Workforce Panel' featuring expert panelists from BioAlabama, Southern Research, Evonik and AIDT will kick off at 2:30 PM. The panel will discuss strategies to build a stronger bio workforce.
Following the panel discussion, the 'Beakers & Brews Networking Event' (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) offers a chance to connect and explore exciting collaborations.
Don't miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders! Register now: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/11/14/beakers-brews
We're giving a big congratulations to our Supplier Scale's Cohorts graduates! During these past six months, this cohort heard from experts on how to better hire, manage finances, pitch to new clients or investors and so much more. We are excited to see these small businesses grow and succeed.
Thanks to the generous support of Jefferson County and Prosper for making our small business advisory program possible.
2023 Graduates are:
Jason Burroughs, CEO, C & B Transportation Systems, Inc
Kelli Caulfield, Owner, Nola Ice-Broad St Peaux Boys
Michael Dunn, President, ACE CDL School LLC; Signature Express LLC
Edward Everett, Owner, Likeminds, LLC; The Pixel Room, LLC
Whitney Generette, Owner, Simone's Kitchen ATL
Janette Hall, Owner, Nette's Growth Serum
TJ Halsey, Owner, Oasis Senior Advisors
Kendra Jenkins, CEO, The Computer Consulting Group, LLC
Alisha Jiwani, Owner, Nia Health, PLLC; Nia Benefit Corporation
Amber Jones, CEO, Life Key Financial Group, Incorporated
Lovella Jones, Owner, Education Solutions
Deborah Lumpkins, Administrative Executive, Diamond Trucking LLC
Tiffanie Reed, Owner, ARK WinGS Gym
Danielle Ridgeway, Owner, Covering Your Assets LLC
DeMarcus Rodgers, Owner, Kuntri Kitchen
Kendrick Russell, Owner, All Seasons Heating & Cooling LLC
Wesley Samuels, Owner, Grindhouse
Teco & Tazmine Stephens, CEOS, 3 Way Cleaning Company
Aisha Taylor, CEO, Bridge + Root
Vanessa Vargas, Latino News, LLC
Tavares Ward, CEO, New Metro Auto Service
See you tomorrow! We are excited to hear from Robert Simon of Corporate Realty who will discuss Corporate Realty's project, Star Uptown, revitalizing the former Carraway Hospital site in Norwood.
Rewind to last week's Legacy Business Awards with the City of Birmingham Government. ⏪ Thank you again to our Title Sponsor Prosper, along with Wells Fargo, Shipt, Regions Bank and Birmingham Business Resource Center for making this event possible.
Congratulations again to the Legacy Business Award Honorees for 2023:
Original Green Acres Cafe - Steel City Awards
Eagle's - Resilience Award
Davenport and Harris Funeral Home Inc - Pioneer Award
Birmingham Times - Trailblazer Award
Etheridge Brothers Car Wash - Community Impact Award
JB's House of Fashion - Entrepreneurship Award
Poole Funeral Home - Randall L. Woodfin Legacy League Inductee
Have you checked out Network Navigator? Connect with the community by searching with filters to find other users that you might want to collaborate with. Learn more: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/regional-news-1/2023/8/18/bbas-network-navigator-launched...
Founded by the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the Birmingham Business Alliance and Birmingham Education Foundation, the public-private partnership, housed in the UAB Department of Physics, serves as a training network for undergraduate, graduate and local professionals seeking knowledge and career development in the data industry.
The Magic City Data Collective has been awarded a Governor’s Work-Based Learning Best Practices award under Alabama Works.
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"Honoring our legacy businesses is honoring the past, present and future of our community." Cornell Wesley, City of Birmingham
Learn more about BBA and City of Birmingham's Legacy Business Awards in the link below!
The Legacy Business Program, spearheaded by the the City of Birmingham in partnership with BBA, is an initiative aimed at recognizing and preserving the valuable establishments that have played a role in shaping Birmingham’s identity. The program certifies businesses that have operated in the city...
It’s almost time for the FOOD + CULTURE festival (October 12-15)! The festival was established by local community leaders dedicated to building a better Birmingham. From chef demos to heartfelt discussions, FOOD+Culture Festival is serving up a feast for the soul, honoring equity, art and sustainable growth in our region. Grab your tickets before they sell out.
Working to build a better Birmingham, and to a greater extent Alabama, by showcasing the flavors, food, and diverse cultures found here. 50 Chefs, Four Days, Five Events, One City.
Our HBCU Magic City Breakfast is almost sold out. We will be joined by four HBCU presidents for an insightful panel. Visit the link below to secure your spot before they are all gone.
https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/10/26/magic-city-breakfast
Central Alabama Global Alliance and Birmingham Association of Realtors joined forces with CEO Steve Ammons to discuss how we can accelerate our regional economy together.
On Sunday night, Birmingham Business Alliance proudly joined hands with the City of Birmingham Government to celebrate businesses that have withstood the test of time for over 60 years at the Legacy Business League event.
The Honorees:
Original Green Acres Cafe - Steel City Awards
Eagle's - Resilience Award
Davenport and Harris Funeral Home Inc - Pioneer Award
Birmingham Times - Trailblazer Award
Etheridge Brothers Car Wash - Community Impact Award
JB's House of Fashion - Entrepreneurship Award
Poole Funeral Home - Randall L. Woodfin Legacy League Inductee
These remarkable honorees have left an enduring mark on Birmingham's history, weathering the storms of the civil rights movement and weaving their legacy into the city's vibrant cultural fabric.
Pictured:
Photo 1: Steve Ammons and Naila Jackson
Photo 2: L to R - Willie Etheridge (Etheridge Brothers Car Wash), Aquil Abdur-Rasheed (Wells Fargo), and Winfred Etheridge (Etheridge Brothers Car Wash) - 2023 Community Impact Honoree]
Photo 3: L to R - Earnest Brown Jr. - Entrepreneurship Honoree] and Naila Jackson (Birmingham Business Alliance)
Photo 4: L to R - Cornell Wesley (City of Birmingham) and Earnestine Poole - Randall L. Woodfin Legacy League Inductee]
Photo 5: Sam Mitchell (Birmingham Times), Brittney S. (Shipt), and Barnett Wright (Birmingham Times) - Trailblazer Honoree]
Our Generous Sponsors:
Huge thanks to our Title Sponsor Prosper, along with Wells Fargo, Shipt, Regions Bank and Birmingham Business Resource Center for making this event possible.
You're invited to our monthly chamber luncheon. On October 12th we will hear from Robert Simon of Corporate Realty at The Club. He will discuss Corporate Realty's project, Star Uptown, revitalizing the former Carraway Hospital site in Norwood. Interested in connecting with the business community in the Greater Birmingham Region? Claim your spot now: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/10/12/monthly-bba-chamber-luncheon-speaker-robert-simon. The last luncheon sold out!
Circle October 26th on your calendar- the highly anticipated HBCU Magic City Breakfast is approaching. We will be joined by four HBCU presidents for an insightful panel. Visit the link below to learn more about these special guests.
Secure your spot today- sponsored tables are going fast!
https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events
Our young professionals group, Onboard, came together for the Gathering Lab.
The Gathering Lab's goal is to forge connections in an effortless and enjoyable way. Through technology and behavioral science, they unite individuals with shared interests and values, inviting them to partake in purposeful experiences designed for authentic connections.
"I want the business community in our region to feel that they’re heard and represented through BBA. Whether it’s a first-time entrepreneur or a larger corporate entity, I want business leaders to know we’re here to support and accelerate their growth here." - Steve Ammons, CEO at the Birmingham Business Alliance
You're invited to our monthly chamber luncheon. On October 12th we will gain insights from Robert Simon of Corporate Realty at The Club. Claim your spot: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/10/12/monthly-bba-chamber-luncheon-speaker-robert-simon
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Interested in building your network and advancing your career while positively impacting your community? BBA offers programs for professionals across industries and levels.
Learn how you can get involved with the BBA at https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/invest-with-us
See you tonight! Elevate your networking game with us over drinks. Our treat for the first round tonight at Parkside on Fifth at 5 p.m.. Register now: https://bit.ly/46kla1j
Emily Jerkins led a Fireside Chat at the Rotary Club of Birmingham with Cynthia Crutchfield, CEO of Innovate Alabama. Their conversation sparked meaningful dialogue from the audience around the importance and impact of strong partnerships in the Greater Birmingham Region.
A look into BBA's inaugural chamber luncheon sponsored by . The event was a sold-out success, featuring Mayor Woodfin's state-of-the-city address. Thank you to all attendees for your excitement and involvement.
Interested in attending next month's luncheon? Visit the events page on our website to buy your tickets for October 12th, featuring Robert Simon.
Elevate your networking game with us over drinks. 🍻 Our treat for the first round at Parkside on 5th on September 21st. Register here: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/9/21/first-round-bba-apos-s-monthly-chamber-networking-event
We had such a great time at the US-EU Dinner that BBA sponsored and assisted with on Tuesday at Jones Valley Teaching Farm. BBA CEO Steve Ammons introduced Mayor Woodfin and Greg Canfield. Team members also met with a small group of reps from the delegation in our office to share more about how BBA provides support to small and mid sized businesses in the Greater Birmingham Region.
Appreciative of this week's inspiring Women's Breakfast Club with Karla Khodanian emphasizing the importance of unity and collective strength for the Greater Birmingham Region's message.
Circle October 26th on your calendar- the highly anticipated HBCU Magic City Breakfast is approaching. We will be joined by three HBCU presidents for an insightful panel. Visit the link below to learn more about these special guests.
Secure your spot today- sponsored tables are going fast! https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/10/26/magic-city-breakfast
You're invited to our monthly chamber luncheon. On October 12th we will gain insights from Robert Simon of Corporate Realty at The Club. Claim your spot here: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/events #!event/2023/10/12/monthly-bba-chamber-luncheon-speaker-robert-simon
(limited corporate tables available)
Hear from BBA's CEO Steve Ammons at TechBirmingham's on September 19th.
Ammons will share why strong economies are regional economies and how you can help us craft a new narrative around what success looks like in our community.
https://hub.techbirmingham.com/calendar/Details/september-techtuesday-with-bba-ceo-steve-ammons-950405?sourceTypeId=Hub
Passion and purpose were on the menu this Wednesday as Steve Ammons and Karla Khodanian spoke at Homewood-Mountain Brook Kiwanis. They spoke on our organization's commitment to helping businesses succeed in the Greater Birmingham Region and the message that Birmingham has more..of everything.
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Rewind to last week's Legacy Business Awards with the City of Birmingham Government. ⏪ Thank you again to our Title Sponsor Prosper, along with Wells Fargo, Shipt, Regions Bank and Birmingham Business Resource Center for making this event possible. Congratulations again to the Legacy Business Award Honorees for 2023: Original Green Acres Cafe - Steel City Awards Eagle's - Resilience Award Davenport and Harris Funeral Home Inc - Pioneer Award Birmingham Times - Trailblazer Award Etheridge Brothers Car Wash - Community Impact Award JB's House of Fashion - Entrepreneurship Award Poole Funeral Home - Randall L. Woodfin Legacy League Inductee
Our first cohort of BBA's Business Advisory Services graduated last week, and we are so proud of all the hard work they put into the program. Supplier Scale was the first of our ongoing programs, generously funded by Prosper, to help organizations in our region grow to have a more positive impact on their community. Thank you to the cohort members who gave their testimonials and to all the others who paved the way to more successful programs like Supplier Scale. We are hosting two workshops this month that are FREE to anyone wanting to learn more about how to build effective teams. The first workshop is tomorrow at 5pm! REGISTER FOR THOSE HERE: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/teamupbba If you're interested in what these services can do for you, check out the Business Advisory Services page on our website, or shoot us a message to learn more! #BHMHasMore #SmallBusiness birminghambusinessalliance.com/smallbizadvisory
We are so excited to announce a new project in the Fairfield region of Birmingham! HarbisonWalker International will be converting an existing property into a service and distribution hub for steel customers in the Southeast. The new project will bring an investment of $25 million, and will bring 50 great new jobs to the area. The return of HarbisonWalker International is a sign of Birmingham's and Fairfield's continued strength in the steel industry. This project will provide more and better jobs in the Fairfield community with hiring beginning early this year! #BHMHasMore #moreandbetterjobs https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/regional-news-1/2022/1/14/harbisonwalker-bringing-50-new-jobs-to-fairfield
Happy Holidays from the Alliance! We hope that no matter which winter holiday you are celebrating this season, that you celebrate with friends and family! We can't wait to hit the ground running when we return in the new year! #HappyHolidays #BHMHasMore #HappyNewYear
The Birmingham region has gotten some pretty awesome accolades this year, here are just a few! UAB - The University of Alabama at Birmingham named America's No. 1 Best Large Employer by Forbes Birmingham named No. 2 Best City for Jobseekers in 2021 by MoneyGeek.com Birmingham named a Best City for New College Grads by SmartAsset.com Alabama named a Best Place to Travel in 2021 by Bloomberg Birmingham named Top Place to Travel in 2022 by Condé Nast Traveler #BHMHasMore #BirminghamHasMore #BirminghamAL
Dreamheim Studios Raheim Robinson on why it was so crucial for him to work with the Alliance as he was starting his motion design studio. Our Small Business Advisory Services are now a program in partnership with Prosper, and the first program is called Supplier Scale! If you're a small business owner like Raheim, and would like to work with thevAlliance and Prosper on growing your business apply today to the first cohort! #bhmhasmore #supplierscale https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/smallbizadvisory
Along with the launch of our Prosper partnership program to provide small business advisory services, we want to share some stories of folks who have worked with the Alliance in order to achieve growth and success in Birmingham! Thanks to Acclinate, Inc, Dreamheim Studios, BLUEROOT 3G Chemical Solutions, and Marcus Lundy for sharing their perspectives! #BHMHasMore
We would like to highlight one of our members who won the Business Council of Alabama Manufacturer of the Year award for emerging manufacturers. NRTC Automation is leading the region in automated manufacturing of specific parts for OEMs and providing technician and engineering services to other local manufacturers. Their products are created with some of the highest industry standards. We are proud to work with NRTC, and to share their success! #BHMHasMore #ALManufacturing #BirminghamAL #Automation
We would like to highlight one of our members who won the Business Council of Alabama Manufacturer of the Year award for medium manufacturers. Nidek is one of the world's leading manufacturers of oxygen concentrators. Their products are shipped around the world, and were vital in the fight against COVID-19. We are proud to work with Nidek, and to share their success! #BHMHasMore #ALManufacturing #BirminghamAL #Healthcare
We are proud to work with a phenomenal company like Amerex Corporation, and we couldn't be happier to congratulate them on winning the Business Council of Alabama Large Manufacturer of the Year Award! We are looking forward to the next 50 years of Amerex in Alabama! #manufactureroftheyear #bhmhasmore
Check out this video with Bill Smith of Shipt! #riseoftherest
As Birmingham Innovation Week 2017 - presented by PNC - wraps up, we want to thank those who helped bring nearly 30 events to life and celebrate innovation in Birmingham. Partners for Innovation Week include the Birmingham Business Alliance, Birmingham Venture Club, City of Birmingham, Economic Development Partnership of Alabama, Innovation Depot, Inc., REV Birmingham, Southern Research, TechBirmingham, UAB - The University of Alabama at Birmingham, This is Alabama and Bham Now - the modern, mobile Birmingham. The Innovation Week Birmingham partners would like to thank PNC, which was the presenting sponsor for Innovation Week for a second consecutive year, and our other dedicated sponsors America's First Federal Credit Union, Protective Life and Spectrum Enterprise.
How is one Fortune 500 company promoting diversity in employment? Students from universities in Alabama and Georgia spoke with reps from Regions Bank during the BBA's Sloss Experience to learn more, while embarking on an innovative FinTech tour of Regions Bank!
Student presentations tackle regional issues from blight and lack of tech talent to food deserts at the BBA Engineering and Technology Talent Recruitment Project today at Barber Motorsports Park! Thanks to our sponsors as well: Honda Manufacturing of Alabama Shipt Brasfield & Gorrie ALTEC INC . and Virtue Technologies!
We're sending a huge congrats to Eugene's Hot Chicken on its new location in Uptown Birmingham! Keep the hot chicken coming!
Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Schaeffer Eye Center, Dr. Jack Schaffer, the Birmingham Auto Dealers Association and Jennifer Whisenant for helping our first Business@Breakfast event of 2017 come to life today at the TheBJCC!
Publix Supermarkets held a grand opening celebration in honor of its new 638,000 square foot distribution center in McCalla, AL with a guided media tour. The facility will employ approximately 300 Publix associates by the end of 2017.
The BBA and other workforce professionals tour AIDT‘s Alabama Workforce Training Center to learn more about the opportunities being offered in craft training within Birmingham during the BBA Blueprint 2020 Workforce Workshop.
Question from student: "How do you exude confidence in an interview without seeming overconfident?" Answer from employer: "Just be yourself so employers can gain a real sense of who you are and the positive traits you have to offer, rather than putting forth a facade." Helpful tips from employers during the BBA's Magic City Classic Talent Recruitment Event today! #TRPBham
Canadian Consul General Louise Blais visited the Magic City recently. See what she discussed: http://bit.ly/2dx4tdP.
Question: What is the first step to acquire funding for your business venture? "Start first by trying to sell your product to a customer. Figure out what will get them to actually open their wallet. The funding will come when you have customers and prove demand." - Will Wright,CEO and Co-Founder at Pack Health Helpful business advice from the BBA's "Funding Your Dream" seminar! #InnovateBham
#InnovateBham kicks off next week! Still time to decide which events you can't miss. Check out all the events added so far by visiting http://bit.ly/Z7bqpN!
It's a gorgeous day to be checking out the Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama at Barber Motorsports Park! Our Talent Recruitment Project students and industry reps are loving the view.
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