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The Greater Birmingham Region is earning national recognition as a place where people – and businesses – can thrive. Birmingham has been ranked No. 6 on…
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The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) today announced the launch of BHM IQ, a new business intelligence initiative designed to strengthen the region’s economic development strategy through advanced analytics, industry research, and competitive intelligence.
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(This article was originally published by ComebackTown and later featured in Birmingham Business Journal and AL.com.) By Steve Ammons Economic competition today doesn’t…
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Fluid Solutions, a leading provider of fluid systems, is expanding its corporate headquarters operations in the Greater Birmingham Region and building a new, larger headquarters…
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Birmingham’s legacy as the “Steel City” is well known, but today, that story is evolving into something even more impactful. A recent national feature in…
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The Greater Birmingham Region is earning national recognition as a place where people – and businesses – can thrive. Birmingham has been ranked No. 6 on…
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(This article was originally published by ComebackTown and later featured in Birmingham Business Journal and AL.com.) By Steve Ammons Economic competition today doesn’t…
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Fluid Solutions, a leading provider of fluid systems, is expanding its corporate headquarters operations in the Greater Birmingham Region and building a new, larger headquarters…
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Birmingham’s legacy as the “Steel City” is well known, but today, that story is evolving into something even more impactful. A recent national feature in…
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We’re excited to announce the Birmingham Business Alliance’s (BBA) partnership with Violet PR, a top public relations agency specializing in economic development. With investment activity accelerating across…
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The WTR 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top trademark professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe and has become an esteemed resource for those seeking world-class legal trademark knowledge and skill.
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The Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) for Birmingham–Hoover jumped 13.4 points to 60.6 in Q1 2025—the highest since Q3 2021—signaling strong optimism for economic expansion.
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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Jason Bushby, a partner in the firm’s Birmingham office, has been elected as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF).
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reclassified the Bessemer Municipal Airport (EKY) as a National Airport, marking a significant development in the airport’s role in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) and its ability to handle increased air traffic and larger aircraft.
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The team at Birmingham Squadron are generously providing home game ticket discounts to BBA investors.
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The Greater Birmingham Region is earning national recognition as a place where people – and businesses – can thrive. Birmingham has been ranked No. 6 on…
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Fluid Solutions, a leading provider of fluid systems, is expanding its corporate headquarters operations in the Greater Birmingham Region and building a new, larger headquarters…
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The U.S. Coast Guard has selected Birmingham as the location for a new training center that will help prepare the next generation of service members. …
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Biotechnology is entering a new industrial phase, moving beyond research and discovery into large-scale manufacturing and production. A recent Area Development article highlights how advances in genetic engineering, biopharmaceuticals, and artificial intelligence are driving increased investment in domestic biotech manufacturing.
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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.
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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.
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This $80 million, first-of-its-kind educational facility will open in Fall 2026 and serve over 2,100 students annually.
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Many businesses across the Birmingham region have had questions or concerns about the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA” or “the Act”). The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA), in partnership with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, have prepared a summary of the changes especially relevant to most investors of the BBA.
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The Greater Birmingham Region is earning national recognition as a place where people – and businesses – can thrive. Birmingham has been ranked No. 6 on…
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(This article was originally published by ComebackTown and later featured in Birmingham Business Journal and AL.com.) By Steve Ammons Economic competition today doesn’t…
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Fluid Solutions, a leading provider of fluid systems, is expanding its corporate headquarters operations in the Greater Birmingham Region and building a new, larger headquarters…
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Birmingham’s legacy as the “Steel City” is well known, but today, that story is evolving into something even more impactful. A recent national feature in…
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We’re excited to announce the Birmingham Business Alliance’s (BBA) partnership with Violet PR, a top public relations agency specializing in economic development. With investment activity accelerating across…
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(This article was originally published by ComebackTown and later featured in Birmingham Business Journal and AL.com.) By Steve Ammons Economic competition today doesn’t…
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The U.S. Coast Guard has selected Birmingham as the location for a new training center that will help prepare the next generation of service members. …
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A $3.8 million Growing Alabama grant will support the development of a new rail-served commerce park in Springville, creating a major opportunity for long-term economic growth in St. Clair County and the broader region.
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Milo’s Tea Company, founded in Birmingham nearly 80 years ago, was recently featured in Forbes for building a $1.7 billion family fortune through steady growth, disciplined leadership, and strong consumer demand. What began as a local favorite has grown into one of the most successful beverage brands in the Southeast.
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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.
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The BBA is proud to welcome the newest participants in our 2026 Small Business Intensive (SBI) – a 15-week program designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen…
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Running a small business takes grit, vision, and endurance. But growth doesn’t stall because owners lack passion—it stalls because clarity, structure, and the right support often come at the wrong time or in the wrong form. That’s why the Small Business Intensive (SBI) at the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) exists. Read more.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA), in partnership with Innovate Alabama, has awarded Match for Impact Grants to 16 small businesses across the Greater Birmingham Region—advancing a deliberate, region-wide approach to small business growth, readiness, and scale.Selected from more than 130 applicants and 30 interviewees, the 2026 Match for Impact Grant recipients represent high-potential companies ready to execute customized growth strategies and take their next step toward long-term sustainability. Through the program, each awardee receives a minimum of $40,000 in services and is paired with a qualified service provider to accelerate growth in areas such as marketing, finance, operations, and strategic planning.
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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.
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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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We know that the real engine of economic growth is not always attracting new companies here, it is helping the businesses that are here scale and thrive. In this month’s BBA Insider, BBA Vice President of Economic Development Trevor Sutton explains our “Prepare and Pursue” strategy, where we focus on creating traded jobs and explaining why they matter for our economic growth. In addition, Trevor showcases the unique competitive advantages we have in distinct key industries that poise our region for growth for generations to come.
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Economic success is rarely achieved in isolation. Instead, vibrant and sustainable economic prosperity emerges through intentional, collaborative regional efforts. Over the past several decades, regions that have embraced cooperative economic development strategies have consistently outpaced fragmented counterparts. It is clear: strong economies are regional economies, and the Birmingham Region stands to gain significantly by embracing this principle.
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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…
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This month’s Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) Data Debrief marks our seventh and final report of 2025, providing a look back at the most meaningful trends shaping our region’s business climate this year. Across labor market shifts, cost-of-living competitiveness, and business confidence, the data tells a clear story about Birmingham’s momentum.
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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.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) Data Debrief is back, but with a twist! This month’s report, written by BBA Market Intelligence Manager Tatianna Turrentine-Long, highlights the most recent release of the Cost-of-Living Index (COLI) summary for the past quarter and will explain what the COLI is, how it compares to other competing metros, and how it impacts wages.
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Each month, the Alabama Labor Market Information (LMI) newsletter provides data and analysis on the workforce, including labor force participation rates, unemployment rates and employment trends on a statewide and regional level. In coordination with the LMI, the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA)’s Data Debrief for June 2025 highlights changes in our regional labor market and provides essential insights.
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Each month, the Alabama Labor Market Information (LMI) newsletter provides data and analysis on the workforce, including labor force participation rates, unemployment rates and employment trends on a statewide and regional level. In coordination with the LMI, the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA)’s Data Debrief for May 2025 highlights changes in our regional labor market and provides essential insights.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance is proud to announce that President & CEO Steve Ammons has been recognized as one of the Birmingham Business Journal’s Top CEOs for 2025 — an honor highlighting leaders who demonstrate exceptional vision, integrity and impact across the region.
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BBA President and CEO Steve Ammons has been recognized as a 2025 Top CEO honoree by the Birmingham Business Journal for his visionary leadership, commitment to regional collaboration, and measurable impact on economic growth across the Greater Birmingham Region.
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Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) Economic Development Director David Rusell, Jr. names one of the Birmingham Business Journal’s (BBJ) 12 Emerging Influencers.
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The Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) announced the annual The Power 60 list, which includes key leaders who bring new energy to the business scene and make big moves for the Magic City.
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The Greater Birmingham Region is earning national recognition as a place where people – and businesses – can thrive. Birmingham has been ranked No. 6 on…
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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.
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