Bessemer’s Sam Dunn’s Saloon is getting a makeover
Sam Dunn’s Saloon in downtown Bessemer has been empty for years, a relic of revelry on the corner of 1st and 20th. But thanks to new activity in Bessemer, the Saloon is getting a full renovation.
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Birmingham’s Simpeo and GoodJob are transforming the hiring process
Two local startups, Simpeo and Goodjob, have partnered to provide small businesses the ideal PEO (Professional Employer Organization) experience. See how the new Simpeo On Demand Talent, powered by GoodJob will optimize your next talent search.
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Bessemer Train Depot to get major redevelopment. Here’s how
The Bessemer area has exploded with new jobs and opportunities in the past couple years. One part that is now catching up with the times is the Bessemer Train Depot, now that it has been purchased by Brian Giattina, Blox…
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Get the latest on Birmingham’s upcoming Urban Supply development
Urban Supply is changing the face of Parkside in Birmingham, bringing 100,000 square feet of retail, office and fitness spaces as well as restaurants and bars to the area. See what’s there, what’s happening and what’s coming to the coming-soon…
Meet 7 entrepreneurs mentoring promising startups at Alabama Launchpad
For the past 15 years, the Alabama Launchpad Startup Competition has guided some of the best and brightest entrepreneurs in Alabama by investing $5.6 million in 100 Alabama startups. Now, Alabama Launchpad is introducing a few changes to the program to…
Innovation Depot announces new updates for 2021 including a brand transformation
Innovation Depot is undergoing some exciting updates. Here’s a closer look and what it means for Birmingham.
Homewood’s Resource Fiber plans $3.6M bamboo manufacturing facility in Alabama
On January 11th, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced that Homewood-based Resource Fiber is planning to invest $3.6 million in Lamar County to construct their first full-scale bamboo manufacturing facility, bringing 111 jobs to the area.
Birmingham CEO named in “100 Most Powerful Women In Technology 2020”
In their December 30, 2020 issue, Analytics Insight named Birmingham-based Therapy Brands CEO Kimberly O’Loughlin among their list of “The 100 Most Powerful Women In Technology 2020“. Here’s what we learned about Kimberly and Therapy Brands.
These 4 Alabama startups have big plans for 2021—here’s what we learned
Although 2020 has been a challenging year, Alabama startups are looking forward to what 2021 will bring. We spoke with the founders of four Alabama Launchpad-winning companies to learn more about their goals and visions for the New Year.
2020 in the rearview: 7 pivotal events in Birmingham’s tech scene
For one reason or another, 2020 seems to have flown by. But one thing is for certain: 2020 was a very successful year for the Birmingham startup tech scene. Whether it’s local companies receiving millions in funding, tech accelerators fostering…
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Travel + Leisure names Birmingham “Best Places to Travel in 2021”
Travel + Leisure is one of the largest travel magazines in the world, with almost 5 million readers. They just released their list of the “50 Best Places to Travel in 2021,” and our favorite city made the list. Check…
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Help hold JeffCo accountable over the next 5 years—here’s how
Jefferson County has a new, five-year strategic plan that they’re rolling out, and it’s the best kind of ambitious. We got an inside look at the goals they’ve set, how they plan to accomplish them and what it all means…
This duo might just save Birmingham’s restaurant industry—here’s how
To say 2020 has been a hard year for restaurants would be an understatement. A dynamic duo of Birmingham restaurant pros has teamed up on a concept that’s going to shake up food in the Magic City forever. Meet Feast—and…
A long-term cure for heartburn, right here in Birmingham—here’s how
Do you keep antacids on hand at all times? Do you avoid spicy foods at dinnertime, or altogether? Well, the wellness experts at Brookwood Baptist Medical Center have some good news for you. Read on to learn about an innovative…
Birmingham startup Conserv to move to innovation hub Hardware Park
One of Birmingham’s promising startups, Conserv, just announced their intention to move into a relatively new innovation hub in downtown Birmingham—Hardware Park. Here’s why the collaboration is important.