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Small Business Intensive Graduates Fall 2025

Eight Entrepreneurs Graduate from BBA’s Small Business Intensive 

The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) is proud to celebrate the Fall 2025 cohort of the Small Business Intensive (SBI), which recently concluded its 12-week program. This unique program is designed to help entrepreneurs shift their focus from working in their business to working on their business, equipping them with the tools and strategies to grow sustainably and strategically. 

Over the course of the program, the eight participants of the Fall 2025 cohort engaged with experienced CEO mentors, collaborated with a community of like-minded peers and local experts, and developed comprehensive three-year growth plans. Each participant gained practical insights and actionable strategies to strengthen their business operations, marketing, finance and long-term planning. 

The SBI continues to be a catalyst for growth, providing Birmingham-area small business owners with the mentorship, resources, and peer support they need to scale their businesses with confidence.  

Participants unlocked critical knowledge in areas such as:  

  • Building a scalable business model  
  • Accessing capital and navigating the financial landscape  
  • Embracing AI and emerging technologies  
  • Crafting growth strategies and executing with clarity  
  • Understanding business acquisitions and succession planning  
  • Connecting with corporate procurement partners  
  • Developing strong pitches and strategic 3-year plans  

BBA Small Business Director Victor Brown and BBA Small Business Manager Katiana Banks carefully curated the SBI Fall curriculum to deliver the most relevant strategies, insights and connections to help small businesses thrive.  

“Participants completed a comprehensive curriculum covering business modeling, marketing, financial readiness, operations, and access to capital,” says Victor Brown. “We congratulate this year’s graduates on their dedication and leadership, and we celebrate their success as they position their companies for sustainable growth.” 

Special congratulations to the Fall 2025 SBI Graduates:  

"My experience in the BBA Small Business Intensive pushed me to think more strategically about growth. The program gave me practical tools, meaningful relationships, and a space to refine my vision,” says Bre Carr of Spark Life Counseling & Consulting. “The most valuable part was being in community with other entrepreneurs who are serious about building sustainable, impactful businesses."

Small businesses looking to accelerate growth can apply for our Spring 2026 cohort and join the more than 100 entrepreneurs who have benefited from this program.  

To learn more about the SBI and apply, click here.  

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