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Eight Entrepreneurs Graduate from BBA’s Small Business Intensive
The Birmingham Business Alliance Small Business Intensive – Fall 2025 cohort has officially turned their tassel! Over 12 weeks, these eight participants learned how to work on their business, not just in their business, by connecting with CEO mentors, collaborating with a community of like-minded peers and local experts, and developing a three-year growth plan.
Read MoreLightfoot, Franklin & White Welcomes Associate Jordan Dailey
Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC is pleased to welcome Jordan E. Dailey to the firm’s Birmingham office as a lateral associate. Jordan brings eight years of experience representing clients in various types of litigation.
Read MoreBradley Named ‘Law Firm of the Year’ for Construction Litigation in 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms
For the sixth time since 2018, Bradley’s Construction Practice Group received the “Law Firm of the Year” award, earning recognition as the U.S. “Law Firm of the Year” for Litigation – Construction in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms.
Read MoreBBA Data Debrief – October ABCI Special Edition
We’re back with another Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) Data Debrief, and this edition takes a different angle. The recent government shutdown—now resolved—limited access to updated labor market data. Rather than skip a briefing, we’re using this opportunity to spotlight the Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) and its outlook for Q4 2025.
Read MoreBradley Earns 35 National Rankings and 273 Metropolitan Rankings in 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms
Bradley has earned 15 national Tier 1 rankings and 190 metropolitan Tier 1 rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®. In total, the firm earned 35 national rankings and 273 metropolitan rankings in the newly released annual guide that identifies firms known for quality, specialized knowledge and commitment to excellence.
Read MoreArea Development Magazine | Alabama Ranked #8 Overall in 2025’s Top States for Business
According to Area Development Magazine, Alabama ranked No. 8 overall, scoring especially high in categories that are crucial to attracting investment and fueling job growth.
Read MoreUAB Opens Biomedical Research and Innovation Center, Strengthening Birmingham’s Role in Health and Science
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has opened its new Biomedical Research and Innovation Center, a 175,000-square-foot facility designed to accelerate breakthroughs in medicine and technology.
Read MoreBradley’s Danner Kline Earns Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) Credential
Bradley is pleased to announce that Danner Kline, an associate in the firm’s Birmingham office, has earned the Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) credential in the United States through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
Read MoreAlabama Business Confidence Index Q4 Reports Are In
The Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) captures economic expectations for the upcoming quarter from business executives across the state. Using six key indicators and a composite index, the ABCI provides valuable insight into how leaders view Alabama’s economic outlook and how their forecasts compare to their peers.
Read MoreAL.com | Why I chose Birmingham to build my future S&P 500 Company
Why Birmingham? Dr. Del Smith, co-founder of digital health company Acclinate, chose Birmingham as the headquarters for a company with Fortune 500 ambitions. With support from the Birmingham Business Alliance, the city’s accessible capital, strong local partnerships, and high quality of life made it the ideal place to grow and stay.
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