Birmingham Business Alliance

Today marked a historic milestone for Birmingham and Alabama as leaders from across the nation gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting and dedication of the U.S. Coast Guard’s newest training center on the former Birmingham-Southern College campus. The ceremony brought together an impressive delegation of federal, state and local leaders, including U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Representatives Terri Sewell and Robert Aderholt, Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Kevin Lunday and other dignitaries.

A highlight of the event was a heartfelt speech from former Birmingham-Southern College President Daniel Coleman, who reflected on the campus’s legacy and its new chapter of service to the nation.

Today’s ceremony symbolized both the preservation of an iconic campus and the beginning of a new mission that will bring national visibility, jobs, economic activity and military investment to Birmingham for decades to come. The project represents a major economic development win for the region and a powerful example of what can be achieved through collaboration among federal, state and local partners.

The Birmingham Business Alliance, in partnership with the Homewood Chamber of Commerce, was proud to celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Angel Hand Home Care!

Located in Homewood, Angel Hand Home Care is dedicated to providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care that helps individuals maintain their independence while giving families peace of mind.

The celebration brought together community members, business leaders, and supporters to tour the facility, meet the team, and learn more about the services Angel Hand is bringing to the Birmingham region.

We are excited to welcome Angel Hand Home Care to our business community and look forward to supporting their continued growth and impact. Congratulations to the entire Angel Hand team on this important milestone!

🚨 It's not too late to register for First Round, sponsored by TechBirmingham at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute tomorrow night!

Enjoy a complimentary beer or wine and two hours of networking with professionals from our region across all industries. Throughout the evening, you'll have a chance to tour the museum and complete a scavenger hunt to win prizes, including: a guided BCRI tour valued at $150, tickets to Sloss Tech, Birmingham Legion FC tickets, and more!

🗓 Date: Thursday, June 4
⏰ Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
💰 Cost: BBA Members attend free; non-members can join for $25.

Register here: https://events.birminghambusinessalliance.com/first-round-june-2026

What a night for Birmingham's FuelAL interns! 🍻✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Monday Night Brewing - Social Club for an evening of connection, conversation and inspiration. A special thank you to our incredible speakers for sharing their experiences, insights and passion for Birmingham’s future.

As we continue our summer program, we're excited to introduce the next generation of young professionals to the people, places and opportunities that make Birmingham such a great place to build a career and a life.

➡️ If you're interning in Birmingham this summer or know someone who is, make sure they check out BirminghamBusinessAlliance.com/fuel-alabama for our full event calendar.

We're just getting started—see you at the next FuelAL event!

Join us on Thursday, June 11 at 2 p.m. as we celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the Junior Achievement of Alabama McWane Economic Education Center, a milestone investment in the future of our community’s youth. This innovative center is designed to equip students with critical real‑world skills in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship through hands‑on, immersive learning experiences.

The JA McWane Economic Education Center will serve as a dynamic hub where students can explore workplace concepts, make informed financial decisions, and gain confidence navigating today’s economy. To prepare them for their hands on learning experience, students will engage in more than 12 hours of classwork to understand key concepts like saving, budgeting, expense control and investments. We invite community leaders, partners, educators, and supporters to help us mark this exciting moment and celebrate a shared commitment to empowering the next generation for lifelong success!

For more information, visit https://heyor.ca/PQkaDh.

The Birmingham Business Alliance was proud to celebrate the ribbon cutting and grand opening of Vascular and Interventional Specialists of America (VISA), a state-of-the-art outpatient clinic expanding access to advanced, minimally invasive care in Birmingham.

Located on Grandview Parkway, VISA is bringing innovative, office-based procedures closer to home, helping improve access to specialized care for patients across Central Alabama.

Congratulations to Dr. Hewlett, Dr. Pyko and the entire VISA team on this exciting milestone. We appreciate your investment in our region and your commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and improving quality of life throughout Alabama.

🎉 Today, we celebrate 3️⃣ years of leadership from Steve Ammons as President & CEO of the Birmingham Business Alliance.

Since stepping into the role in 2023, Steve has championed a regional approach to economic development, strengthened collaboration across communities, and helped position Birmingham for long-term growth and opportunity. Under his leadership, the BBA has advanced strategic initiatives focused on business attraction, workforce development, small business growth, and data-driven economic competitiveness.

As we look ahead, we're excited to continue building on this momentum and creating a stronger, more prosperous future for the Greater Birmingham Region. Thank you, Steve, for your vision, commitment, and leadership. Here's to what's next. 👏

Read more: https://www.birminghambusinessalliance.com/three-years-in-a-reflection-and-a-look-ahead/

🍻✨ FuelAL is bringing interns together for an evening of networking, conversation and connection at Back Forty Beer Company Birmingham!

Join us Monday, June 8, for the Breakthrough Birmingham Networking Happy Hour hosted by PNC. Meet fellow summer interns and young professionals from across Birmingham while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and a relaxed atmosphere built for meaningful conversations and new connections.

Whether you’re exploring future career paths or simply looking to grow your network this summer, you won’t want to miss it!

📍 Back Forty Beer Co.
📅 Monday, June 8
⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Register now: https://heyor.ca/zKLi4m

To see all FuelAL BHM events, visit https://heyor.ca/VI3ord.

🏟️ Join Birmingham Legion FC for Small Business Night on June 9 at Protective Stadium as Legion FC takes on Corpus Christi FC.⚽

Your ticket includes access to a one-hour pregame networking mixer and program before gates open, opportunities to connect with local professionals and business leaders, and exciting door prizes.

🗓 Date: Tuesday, June 9
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m. for networking, 7:00 p.m. for kickoff
📍 Location: Protective Stadium
💰 Cost: $35 + fees (includes game ticket and $10 concessions voucher)

Whether you are looking to grow your network, entertain clients, or enjoy a night out with your team, Small Business Night is the perfect combination of business and soccer in a fun, energetic atmosphere.

Get tickets 👉 https://www.gofevo.com/event/Smallbusiness343

🚀 FuelAL is back - and we’re kicking things off with an evening of networking, dinner and real-world career insights for interns across the Birmingham region! 🌆✨

Join us Tuesday, June 2 at Monday Night Brewing - Social Club as Birmingham innovators Shegun Otulana and Austin Senseman share candid advice on life after college, building a meaningful career and becoming the kind of leader people want to follow.

Expect honest conversation, practical takeaways and great connections with fellow interns and rising professionals from across the region.

📍 Monday Night Brewing Social Club
📅 Tuesday, June 2
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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Register now: https://heyor.ca/Q9MCF2

To see all FuelAL BHM events, visit https://heyor.ca/VI3ord.