First Ave. North to host Two Tech Firms
Downtown Birmingham landed two fast growing technology companies within the heart of 1st Avenue North, according the BBJ this week.
Downtown Birmingham landed two fast growing technology companies within the heart of 1st Avenue North, according the BBJ this week.
In terms of consumers who buy products to help them with movement, there are three main types, the Athlete, the Elderly, and the Handicap. Forrest Satterfield’s company, Satterfield Technologies, wants to help those (above) looking for external limb attachments or prosthetic’s…
After entering into the Blazer Innovation Challenge this past year, Jeremy Mock and his partner realized the validity and practicality of their business, Unum Health. The business is supported off the idea that EMR’s (Electronic Medical Records) are wasting valuable…
The idea of “smart cities” has been around even longer people have been using “smart” as a synonym for “connected.” All through popular media, the “grid” is becoming aware of its residents, helping them get to work faster, safer, and…
Over the past year, many great things have been happening within the entrepreneurial district of Birmingham. Mainly, the Innovation Depot continues to introduce new programs, companies, initiatives, and bring in major names connected to the tech startup scene. This past…
Smart City is an initiative which creates “smart, sustainable cities with high-quality living and high-quality jobs.” As Birmingham continues to gain notoriety through restaurants, startups, entertainment and tourism, this initiative will take us just that much closer to being one of the…
Startup Grind is a national organization which sets up chapters in cities across the country for today’s entrepreneurs. We have our own group here in the Magic City – Startup Grind Birmingham. Monthly, at the Innovation Depot, local entrepreneurs gather…
Weekly, local entrepreneurs gather together at the UABiLab to hear from aspiring startup founders with an idea they need help shaping. Next up: Bay Shaffer, Director of Startup Grind Bham, has an idea for smarter investing – “yallinvest”
The demand for technical skills, such as computer coding, are in high demand. Depot/U, a coding boot-camp created by the Innovation Depot and Platypi, teaches aspiring coders to learn the skills needed to start businesses and find tech. jobs.
Partner Content A caring adult is a key factor to ensuring a student graduates from high school and succeeds beyond graduation. One in three young people do not have a mentor when growing up, according to recent research. That’s why…
Allowing the average person, with an internet connection, explore the past through satellite technology. GlobalXplorer is cutting edge technology presented by Sarah Parcak, made possible after she won a TED Prize from National Geographic!
Alabama loves football. But it’s a rough sport. You probably know someone who’s been injured in the game. Recently, football has come under fire for the inherent risks, which include the lifelong effects of repeated head injuries, such as concussions. …
Like the Magic City, Homewood is getting a taste of new restaurants, retail, and office space. Currently, within the Soho development, there is a new business soon to show up (Restaurant/Butcher Shop) as well new retail parcels.
This week, inside the UAB iLab, 1Million Cups Birmingham hosted not only a Birmingham entrepreneur, but also students from Huffman Academy. I am thankful for the instructors/teachers who understand the importance of exposing young students to innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology.…
The Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA) holds an annual competition to provide the top three winners with funding for their startup. Now, 9 more startups, one of which is based in Birmingham, will be competing in the 2017 round.