Economic Development
Project Announcement | Truckworx Expands Corporate Operations, to Build New Corporate Headquarters in the City of BirminghamÂ
Project Announcement | Truckworx Expands Corporate Operations, to Build New Corporate Headquarters in the City of Birmingham Truckworx, Alabama’s premier heavy and medium duty truck dealer, is expanding its corporate operations in the Greater Birmingham Region to a newly constructed, company-owned facility in the city of Birmingham. The project represents a $6.8 million investment in…
Read MoreBBA Names Trevor Sutton as Vice President of Economic Development Â
The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) is proud to announce the promotion of Trevor Sutton to Vice President of Economic Development, where he will spearhead efforts that drive business attraction, job creation and capital investment across the Greater Birmingham Region.
Read MoreSite Selection Magazine | Birmingham Ranked ‘Top Metro for Corporate Investment in 2024’
With 41 projects, including 19 relocations, 22 expansions and the creation of 1,657 jobs and significant capital investment, this achievement highlights our region’s strength in driving economic growth.
Read MoreLivability.com | Thinking of Moving to Birmingham, AL? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
A few months ago, we hosted Livability’s Editor-In-Chief Amanda Ellis and took her on a tour of our wonderful city – we’d biasedly say it was the adventure of a lifetime. So, Why Birmingham? Hello, Livability!
Read MoreAlabama News Center | Birmingham and Biotech Are on The Rise
The Greater Birmingham Region just secured $44M in federal funding as part of a new Tech Hubs program, the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub Grant.
Read MoreWith a Name Like Smucker’s, It Has to Be Good®
The J.M. Smucker Co. recently celebrated the grand opening of its $1.1B Uncrustables facility, which is the largest single line bakery in North America, South America and Europe. Their investment in our region also represents the largest investment in Jefferson County’s history. The Birmingham Business Alliance was happy to aid in the recruitment of this development, which will be a leading employer offering competitive pay and benefits, encouraging work environment where every employee makes a difference, and a commitment to promoting continued employee growth and development.
Read MoreBig Thinking for Birmingham – A Letter from BBA CEO Steve Ammons
Big Thinking for Birmingham – A Letter from BBA CEO Steve Ammons As we reflect on the evolution of our community over the past few decades, it’s essential to acknowledge the visionaries who have shaped the Greater Birmingham Region into what it is today. While we celebrate the successes of all that we enjoy here,…
Read MoreBirmingham Business Alliance Awarded 2024 International Economic Development Council Excellence Silver Award
Birmingham Business Alliance Awarded 2024 International Economic Development Council Excellence Silver Award The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA), University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and ThinkData Solutions, Inc. have been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) for the Magic City Data Collective (MCDC) Project in its 2024 IEDC Excellence Awards. A Silver Award was…
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