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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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This summer, the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) proudly hosted another successful season of FuelAL, in partnership with the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA) and…
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Dentons Sirote is excited to announce that its Trusts, Estates and Wealth Preservation practice has earned a Band 1 ranking in Private Wealth Law in Alabama in the latest edition of Chambers High Net Worth, a leading legal directory recognizing law firms, lawyers, and other professional advisers committed to serving high-net-worth clients.
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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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Birmingham’s momentum as an innovation-forward city was spotlighted in a recent Route Fifty feature, titled “Birmingham Looks to Write a New Chapter as a Tech Hub,” written by Managing Editor Chris Teale following his July visit to the Magic City.
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The Wall Street Journal has named Birmingham one of the top U.S. cities with the healthiest job markets for entry-level professionals. The article highlights cities where recent graduates are finding opportunities to launch meaningful careers — and Birmingham made the list thanks to our competitive cost of living, growing industries, and talent development programs like FuelAL.
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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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Many business owners will attest to the fact that, while luck may contribute to their success, in most cases, their growth is not by accident. It is by design. On Tuesday, July 8, the Spring 2025 Small Business Intensive (SBI) wrapped up with a powerful celebration honoring 14 exceptional graduates who committed themselves to growth, learning and transformation. These small business leaders didn’t just complete a program, they gained a roadmap to work on their businesses, not just in them.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of RPI Rentals, a leading provider of construction equipment, materials and supply solutions, to a new headquarters facility in the City of Birmingham. The project represents a significant $9.6 million capital investment into the region’s construction and industrial services landscape and will bring 17 jobs to the city of Birmingham with management, sales, technical and administrative roles.
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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 year-long cohort experience focuses on building relationships and the professional development of rising talent at some of the bank’s key law firm partners.
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Birmingham’s momentum as an innovation-forward city was spotlighted in a recent Route Fifty feature, titled “Birmingham Looks to Write a New Chapter as a Tech Hub,” written by Managing Editor Chris Teale following his July visit to the Magic City.
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The Wall Street Journal has named Birmingham one of the top U.S. cities with the healthiest job markets for entry-level professionals. The article highlights cities where recent graduates are finding opportunities to launch meaningful careers — and Birmingham made the list thanks to our competitive cost of living, growing industries, and talent development programs like FuelAL.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of RPI Rentals, a leading provider of construction equipment, materials and supply solutions, to a new headquarters facility in the City of Birmingham. The project represents a significant $9.6 million capital investment into the region’s construction and industrial services landscape and will bring 17 jobs to the city of Birmingham with management, sales, technical and administrative roles.
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A recent report from LinkedIn names Birmingham as one of the top 10 fastest-growing cities for small business workers in the United States, highlighting the city’s appeal as a rising hub for entrepreneurship. The ranking reflects both an increase in small business employment and the strong support ecosystem in place for business owners.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance had the opportunity to host Route Fifty Managing Editor Chris Teale for an in-depth look at Birmingham’s growing technology sector and its continued momentum.
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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.
Read More
Birmingham’s momentum as an innovation-forward city was spotlighted in a recent Route Fifty feature, titled “Birmingham Looks to Write a New Chapter as a Tech Hub,” written by Managing Editor Chris Teale following his July visit to the Magic City.
Read More
The Wall Street Journal has named Birmingham one of the top U.S. cities with the healthiest job markets for entry-level professionals. The article highlights cities where recent graduates are finding opportunities to launch meaningful careers — and Birmingham made the list thanks to our competitive cost of living, growing industries, and talent development programs like FuelAL.
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A recent report from LinkedIn names Birmingham as one of the top 10 fastest-growing cities for small business workers in the United States, highlighting the city’s appeal as a rising hub for entrepreneurship. The ranking reflects both an increase in small business employment and the strong support ecosystem in place for business owners.
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The Birmingham Business Alliance had the opportunity to host Route Fifty Managing Editor Chris Teale for an in-depth look at Birmingham’s growing technology sector and its continued momentum.
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In this recent article from BIOSpace, Alabama is noted as having the highest growth in both bioscience employment and establishments from 2019 to 2023.
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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.
Read More
Birmingham’s momentum as an innovation-forward city was spotlighted in a recent Route Fifty feature, titled “Birmingham Looks to Write a New Chapter as a Tech Hub,” written by Managing Editor Chris Teale following his July visit to the Magic City.
Read More
The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of RPI Rentals, a leading provider of construction equipment, materials and supply solutions, to a new headquarters facility in the City of Birmingham. The project represents a significant $9.6 million capital investment into the region’s construction and industrial services landscape and will bring 17 jobs to the city of Birmingham with management, sales, technical and administrative roles.
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In this recent article from BIOSpace, Alabama is noted as having the highest growth in both bioscience employment and establishments from 2019 to 2023.
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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 business owners will attest to the fact that, while luck may contribute to their success, in most cases, their growth is not by accident. It is by design. On Tuesday, July 8, the Spring 2025 Small Business Intensive (SBI) wrapped up with a powerful celebration honoring 14 exceptional graduates who committed themselves to growth, learning and transformation. These small business leaders didn’t just complete a program, they gained a roadmap to work on their businesses, not just in them.
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Each year, Birmingham celebrates the national celebration of small businesses, Small Business Week, with a full schedule of events to honor small businesses and their contribution to our business community.
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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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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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Read our debrief from April 2025 below to get the scoop on these key takeaways, the BBA’s commitment to job creation through strategic efforts, and how you can help economic progress.
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This summary highlights the Labor Market Information (LMI) newsletter and its recent implications on the state of the workforce for Alabama and the Birmingham region. This summary will highlight changes in our regional labor market over the last month and the previous year.
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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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