Get a taste of what’s next for Birmingham’s food entrepreneur community at A Taste of INSPIRE, a signature experience during Urban Impact Alumni Week 2026. A Taste of INSPIRE brings together local food entrepreneurs, community partners, business resources, and supporters…
Speed networking is a fun and structured way to meet local entrepreneurs, business owners, creators and more, through a series of 1 on 1 conversations lasting 5-6 minutes each that are designed to spark new ideas, uncover opportunities, and expand…
Don't be surprised to see some new faces at Ignite Cycle. 🙌 We caught up with the newest instructors + even have a lil discount code just for you. 🔥
You’ve got a business and you want to grow it. You’re a woman, a person of color, an HBCU grad, LGBTQ+ and/or someone with a disability. Or maybe you’re an established entrepreneur who wants to help mentor these folks. Either…
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If you’re like me and procrastinate on gift shopping until the last second, here’s your holiday shopping miracle. You can finish up your holiday shopping AND support local, women-owned businesses in Birmingham at the same time. Find the perfect gift…
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Have you ever heard of roasted coconut balsamic vinegar? How about green chili pepper olive oil? Did you know that balsamic vinegars were once used in drinks and that they’re making a comeback? In this week’s edition of Small Business…
Do you have a special event coming up where you’d like to feel a bit more fabulous? Need some henna work or special effects makeup for a film? Elaine Tindill-Rohr tells us how she has turned her love of body…
Are vintage t-shirts and pins your jam? Do you like playing ATARI (original version!) while chilling to local music? Then Manitou Supply Co. is for you! Conveniently located on 5th AVE S in Crestwood, Manitou has been supplying the ‘Ham…
Have you been thinking about getting physically and mentally healthy in the new year? Think that yoga isn’t possible for your body type or ability? Think again! Nancy Rhodes shares her love for helping all people feel good about their bodies…
Feeling crafty this holiday season? Well, you don’t have to go to the North Pole to make a beautiful gift in a workshop! Megan Sortino tells us about creating beautiful home decor and gift pieces at Hammer & Stain in…
Are you Vegetarian? Vegan? Omnivore? Check out Bitty’s Living Kitchen, the Pizitz Food Hall’s newest tenant. Find out how founder Kimberly McNair got this idea off the ground.
Are you a politician who’s walked the soles off of your shoes? Been dancing the night away and those heels need fixing? Rhonda Patton tells us how her ninety-eight-year-old business, Goodyear Shoe Hospital can “save your sole” in this week’s…
Do you look for unique clothing to express yourself? Love small, local shops with attention to detail and local products? Mallory Barnett tell us all about her new store, Elements, in this week’s edition of Small Business Monday!
Have you got something you’ve been dying to do, but just can’t get up the nerve for? Need some encouragement to get your life going in a positive direction? Sherri Ross shows folks their inner AWESOME in this week’s edition…
Where can you go for morning coffee, nod to the barista, grab your cup and go? If you’re a regular at Lucy’s Coffee and Tea, you can! Lucy Bonds tells us all about this beloved University Boulevard small but very…