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SUMMARY:AI Across America:  Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:The University of Alabama\, the University of Alabama at Birmingham\, the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama\, Innovation Depot\, the Biggio Center at Auburn University\, AI Huntsville\, and BirminghamAI are partnering with SeedAI to present AI Across America: Birmingham — a single-day convening on Wednesday\, October 14th at Innovation Depot\, focused on Alabama’s AI readiness. \nThe event will bring together leaders from academia\, state government\, industry\, and the startup community for an honest\, substantive conversation about what it actually takes to build a strong state AI ecosystem. Topics will include: \n\n\nWhat institutional capacity Alabama has to turn research investment into economic and scientific benefit \n\n\nWhere AI is actually accelerating scientific discovery in Alabama labs \n\n\nState and municipal AI governance\, from the Technology Quality Assurance Board to Huntsville’s city task force \n\n\nWho gets access to Alabama’s computing infrastructure\, and what communities get from the data center buildout \n\n\nWhat it takes to build and keep AI companies in Alabama \n\n\nAgenda \n8:30 – 9:00 AM: Registration & Welcome \n9:15 – 10:00 AM: Capacity — Turning Research Investment into Benefit \n\n\nDr. Bryan Boudouris\, Vice President for Research and Economic Development\, University of Alabama \n\n\nDr. Majed Dweik\, Vice President of Research and Economic Development\, Alabama A&M University \n\n\nCharlie Pond\, Executive Director\, SSBCI (Moderator) \n\n\n10:00 – 10:45 AM: Leveraging AI to Accelerate Scientific Discovery \n\n\nDr. Shahram Rahimi\, Head\, Department of Computer Science\, University of Alabama \n\n\nDr. Ralph J. Zottola\, AVP for IT-Research Computing\, University of Alabama at Birmingham \n\n\nAustin Carson\, Founder & CEO\, SeedAI (Moderator) \n\n\n10:45 – 10:55 AM: Break \n10:55 – 11:40 AM: AI Governance — From Task Force to Implementation \n\n\nRep. Mike Shaw\, Alabama House of Representatives \n\n\nAaron Wright\, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer\, Alabama Office of Information Technology \n\n\nRyan Letson\, AI Huntsville (Moderator) \n\n\n11:40 AM – 12:25 PM: Networking Lunch \n12:25 – 1:10 PM: AI Infrastructure and What Communities Get \n\n\nFernanda Foertter\, Executive Director\, High Performance Computing and Data Center\, University of Alabama \n\n\nPatrick T. Murphy\, Jr.\, Vice President for Economic Development\, Alabama Power \n\n\nRick Roden\, President & CEO\, Greater Jackson County Chamber of Commerce \n\n\nMiller Girvin\, President\, Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (Moderator) \n\n\n1:10 – 1:55 PM: Alabama’s AI Economy — Attracting\, Building\, Retaining \n\n\nPanelists to be announced \n\n\nEmily Jerkins\, CEcD\, Founder\, Bloom Economy Labs (Moderator) \n\n\n1:55 – 2:10 PM: Closing & Next Steps
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/ai-across-america-birmingham/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Birmingham\, Alabama\, 35203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Urban Impact Alumni Week 2026: Reconnect. Reengage. Reinvest.
DESCRIPTION:Urban Impact\, Inc. invites entrepreneurs\, alumni\, small-business owners\, community partners\, and supporters to join us for Alumni Week 2026\, a week of connection\, resources\, celebration\, and opportunity! \nAlumni Week is more than a series of events. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with Birmingham’s entrepreneurial community\, discover valuable resources\, explore funding opportunities\, strengthen business relationships\, and celebrate the people and businesses making an impact in our city. \nWhether you’re launching a business\, growing an established company\, reconnecting as an Urban Impact alum\, or simply looking to support local entrepreneurs\, there’s something for you! \n  \nHere’s What’s Happening Throughout the Week:\nSunday\, October 18 | Sunday Night Live: Laughing with Impact \n5:00–7:30 PM | Canvas on 5th \nKick off Alumni Week with an evening of comedy\, connection\, and community! Enjoy great laughs\, meet fellow entrepreneurs\, and learn more about Urban Impact’s work throughout Birmingham. \n  \nMonday\, October 19 | Money Moves Monday \n5:30–7:00 PM | Creed63 \nGet connected to valuable information about grants\, funding opportunities\, and ways to better position your business for financial growth. \n  \nTuesday\, October 20 | Capital Connection Tuesday \n12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual Grant Workshop \n3:00–5:00 PM | Meet Your Money Match at the 16th Street Education & Visitors Center \nLearn more about grant fundamentals\, then connect with financial institutions\, lenders\, funders\, and resource partners who can help support your business goals. \n  \nWednesday\, October 21 | Wellness Wednesday \n5:30–7:00 PM | A.G. Gaston Motel (Conference Room) \nTake time to focus on the entrepreneur behind the business! Join us for an evening centered on mental health\, wellness\, balance\, and meaningful community connection. \n  \nThursday\, October 22 | A Taste of INSPIRE \n12:30–2:30 PM | Doors Open @ 12pm | Carver Theatre \nExperience the flavors and creativity of Birmingham’s food entrepreneurs! Enjoy food samples\, meet emerging culinary businesses\, discover community resources\, and learn about Urban Impact’s INSPIRE Initiative and its support for food-based entrepreneurs. \n  \nFriday\, October 23 | Pitch Friday \n5:00–7:00 PM | Jazzi’s on 3rd \nCelebrate innovation and entrepreneurship as local business owners share their ideas\, connect with the community\, and compete for opportunities to grow their businesses. \n  \nSaturday\, October 24 | Spend Dat Saturday \n10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Historic 4th Avenue District \nWe’re closing out Alumni Week by shopping local! Explore an alumni and entrepreneur marketplace featuring Birmingham businesses\, products\, services\, and brands. Come discover something new and invest directly in our community!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/urban-impact-alumni-week-2026-reconnect-reengage-reinvest/
LOCATION:Historic 4th Avenue Business District\, 328 16th Street North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Children's Aid Society of Alabama's Community Impact Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring afternoon of hope\, connection\, and community impact.\nFor more than 114 years\, Children’s Aid Society of Alabama has been creating brighter futures for children\, youth\, and families across our state. The Community Impact Luncheon brings together business leaders\, community partners\, advocates\, philanthropists\, and friends to celebrate this legacy while investing in the future of Alabama’s children.\n\nYou’ll hear powerful stories of resilience\, hope\, and transformation from individuals whose lives have been changed through Children’s Aid Society of Alabama’s programs. You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of the organization’s work to strengthen families\, support youth\, promote permanency through adoption\, and provide life-changing services to children across Alabama.\n\nThis year’s event will feature Master of Ceremonies Shaheed Tawheed (DJ Supreme)\, whose passion for uplifting communities has inspired audiences nationwide\, and keynote speaker Dr. Jay Miller\, Dean of the University of Kentucky College of Social Work. Dr. Miller’s remarkable personal and professional journey is a powerful reminder of the lasting difference caring communities can make in the lives of children and families.\n\nWhether you attend as an individual\, host a table\, or become a community partner\, your participation directly supports Children’s Aid Society of Alabama’s mission to create brighter futures through advocacy\, education\, family support\, adoption services\, and programs that help children and families thrive.\n\nClick to learn more about sponsorships for this event https://2026casimpactluncheon.my.canva.site/\, or click here https://cascommunityimpactluncheon.swell.gives/ to purchase your tickets today.\n\nThursday\, December 3\, 2026\nDoors Open: 11:00 a.m.Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.\nB&A WarehouseBirmingham\, Alabama\n\nTogether\, we can create opportunities\, strengthen families\, and build brighter futures for Alabama’s children. Contact kharvill@childrensaid.org with any questions.\nReserve your seat\, sponsor a table\, or become a community partner today. Together\, we change lives.
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