Minority Vendor Conference in Birmingham showcases opportunities
BIRMINGHAM — Small business owners and entrepreneurs across the state can benefit from the upcoming Alabama Minority Vendor Conference and Showcase, an event dedicated to empowering small and disadvantaged businesses across the state. Scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 5, in Birmingham, this showcase serves as a vital…
Governor Ivey announces appointments to the Alabama Growth Alliance
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey today announced the appointment of eight distinguished business leaders to the Alabama Growth Alliance, a key initiative aimed at supporting efforts to drive economic growth and innovation through the governor’s new economic development strategy. This marks another major milestone in the implementation of the “Working for Alabama” legislative package,…
Growing Alabama funds heading to 7 communities for site development
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that the Renewal of Alabama Commission has allocated over $15.5 million in Growing Alabama funding to seven economic development organizations across the state to speed the development of industrial sites. The Growing Alabama program provides a tax credit to eligible taxpayers who make contributions to economic development…
Small Businesses Get Training Boost from Alabama SBDC
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — With funding from the U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative, the Alabama Small Business Development Center at The University of Alabama launched the AssistAL program to significantly increase its capacity for technical assistance in the form of advising and training to help business owners get the capital they need. Reauthorized and expanded by…
Second round of SEEDS grants becoming available for site development
Communities across Alabama will soon have an opportunity to apply for state grants that could help them develop industrial sites capable of competing for high-impact economic development projects — and the jobs that come with them. The new Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) Act has already been a success, with the first round…
Jefferson County Micro Business Accelerator launches as ‘game-changer’
The Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance (CARA) announced the launch of the Jefferson County Micro Business Accelerator, an innovative initiative designed to propel small businesses towards growth and long-term success. The program, made available through the collaboration of area chambers of commerce and economic development organizations, aims to revolutionize the trajectory of micro businesses across Jefferson…
Commerce’s ‘Made in Alabama’ website gets update with new tools
To raise awareness of the many advances taking place across the state, the Alabama Department of Commerce today launched a new version of its “Made in Alabama” website that showcases the state’s contributions to fields such as space exploration, bioscience, advanced manufacturing and mobility technologies. The updated site’s sleek, clean design is meant to convey…
Economic development magazine taps Alabama for its Silver Shovel Award
National business publication Area Development has selected Alabama for its Silver Shovel Award in recognition of major economic development project wins during 2023. “Being awarded the Silver Shovel Award is a strong testament to Alabama’s pro-business environment and to the capabilities of our workers, who can rise to meet any challenge,” Governor Kay Ivey said.…
Coca-Cola UNITED celebrates start of $330 million Alabama growth project
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc. (UNITED) today hosted a ceremony to commemorate the groundbreaking of its new facility in Birmingham’s Kingston community as part of a $330 million investment project that will create 50 jobs. At the event, Coca-Cola UNITED President and CEO Mike Suco reflected on the rich history and longevity…
Tech startup CModel Data relocating HQ from San Francisco to Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair announced today that CModel Data Inc., whose proprietary software helps businesses operate more efficiently, is relocating its headquarters from San Francisco to Birmingham, where it plans to create 80 jobs as it grows its operations. The technology startup developed its AI-powered CORA program to provide insights and recommendations…
