Small Business Administration Awards $1M to Alabama Resource Organizations for SBIR/STTR Support
The SBA has awarded a $1M, 5-year contract under the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program to Team Catalyst, consisting of The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship, The Alabama Collective, and the GovCon Incubator by OST Global Solutions. Governor Kay Ivey has endorsed this team and has emphasized the importance of technology and […]
2024 Magic City Classic Recap
The Alabama Collective’s impactful weekend at the 2024 Magic City Classic was a vibrant celebration of innovation, collaboration, and community empowerment. The series of events began with the GovTech Networking Social and concluded with a memorable Blacks in Tech Send-Off Reception, showcasing The Alabama Collective’s mission to uplift Alabama’s HBCU talent and foster connections in […]
Code to Classic Pitch Competition 2024 – Magic City Classic
A major highlight of the weekend was the HBCU Magic City Classic Pitch Competition, which brought together 40 teams from 10 Alabama HBCUs to showcase their entrepreneurial ideas. Each team began by submitting a 3-minute video pitch, and after a rigorous evaluation process, the top 10 teams advanced to the in-person Pitch Training Workshop at […]
HBCU Esports Tournament During the 2024 Magic City Classic Week
The Alabama Collective, in partnership with RCX Sports Foundation, Microsoft, and the CXMMUNITY Foundation, hosted an exciting HBCU Esports Tournament, drawing competitive HBCU students eager to showcase their gaming skills. The RCX Sports Foundation provided the platform and structure for the event, with Microsoft and CXMMUNITY Foundation adding support to enhance the tournament experience. Talladega […]
GovTech Networking Social During the 2024 Magic City Classic Week
The weekend kicked off with the GovTech Networking Social, co-hosted by The Alabama Collective and The Fearless Institute. This event united over 70 GovTech professionals, HBCU alumni, and community leaders committed to advancing diversity in technology and government. Key remarks from the Fearless team inspired attendees, emphasizing the importance of inclusive spaces in tech with […]
Bridging Sports and Technology: The Alabama Collective Partners with RCX Sports Foundation
We are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership between The Alabama Collective and the RCX Sports Foundation. Together, we are creating new opportunities that unite the worlds of sports and technology, empowering the next generation to unlock their full potential. At The Alabama Collective, our mission is to drive innovation and elevate diversity in Alabama. […]
An Evening to Remember: Blacks in Tech HBCU & Greek Mixer 2024
The Blacks in Tech HBCU & Greek Mixer, held on August 28, 2024, at the stunning Alley Station Ballroom, brought together over 200 tech and entrepreneurial professionals for an evening that celebrated the dynamic intersection of technology, innovation, and culture. With over 200 attendees, the energy in the room was palpable. We were thrilled to […]
A Game-Changing Gathering: Blacks in Tech – Tailgate Experience
On Saturday, August 31, The Alabama Collective, in collaboration with Innovate Alabama, hosted the inaugural Blacks in Tech – Tailgate Experience at the NPHC Legacy Plaza on the campus of Auburn University. With nearly 500 attendees, this event was a vibrant blend of tech, innovation, entrepreneurship, and college football excitement, perfectly timed with the Auburn […]
Sips at Sunset Garden Party
On August 3, 2024, The Alabama Collective hosted the Sips at Sunset Garden Party, an event that brought together the vibrant business community of Montgomery for an evening of elegance, connection, and celebration. Held at the stunning Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, the party also served a greater purpose: raising money for the MGM S.E.E.D […]
Empowering Entrepreneurs: A Look Inside The Alabama Collective’s ‘Build Your Idea Bootcamp
The Alabama Collective recently leveraged the CO.STARTERS Bootcamp curriculum for its “Build Your Idea Bootcamp,” offering a dynamic and intensive training experience. This initiative, held on the campus of Lawson State Community College, was designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with critical insights, strategic relationships, and essential tools necessary to transform their business ideas into executable […]
Celebrating Innovation: The Alabama Collective’s App Build & Pitch Competition Showcases HBCU Talent
Montgomery, Alabama – The Rosa Parks Museum was abuzz with excitement on April 10, 2024, as The Alabama Collective in partnership with Innovate Alabama hosted its highly anticipated App Build & Pitch Competition. This event, exclusively featuring participants from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), showcased the incredible tech talent and innovation within the HBCU […]
Spring 2024 Innovation Power Hours Recap
Expose, Educate, Engage and Empower Expose & Educate: Through partnerships with EdFarm and the Auburn University Lowder Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship, attendees were EXPOSED & EDUCATED on leveraging technology to realize their entrepreneurial dreams. From artificial intelligence (AI) to app development, participants learned how to harness these tools to create innovative business ideas […]