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Innovate Alabama Entrepreneurship Hackathon Pitch Finale & Network Reception – 2026

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The Innovate Alabama Pitch Finale Blew Everyone’s Mind!

The energy was high and the ideas were even higher at the Innovate Alabama Entrepreneurship Hackathon Pitch Finale + Networking Reception.

Held at Fairway Social in Birmingham on January 29, the event marked an exciting close to the statewide competition as the Top 5 student ventures from across Alabama took the stage to present bold, innovative solutions for a chance at cash prizes and ultimate bragging rights.

From the moment guests arrived, the atmosphere was electric. Students, faculty, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem leaders filled the room, creating a vibrant mix of encouragement, connection, and celebration. Each pitch showcased not only impressive technical skill and creativity, but also a deep sense of purpose and vision for real-world impact.

Attendees didn’t just watch a competition — they experienced the future of Alabama entrepreneurship unfolding in real time.

Celebrate the Winners!

1st Place ($10,000): RantiAI — Alabama A&M University
2nd Place ($3,000): Sentinel Sync — Oakwood University
3rd Place ($2,000): Team Mesh — Talladega College
Honorable Mentions
  • KARD Innovative — Talladega College
  • Vault Sure — Alabama A&M University

Venue Details

Fairway Social, 114 13th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35233 United States

Events Details

Date :
29 January 2026
Time :
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost :
Free
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Organizer

The Alabama Collective
info@thealabamacollective.org

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Empowering Alabama’s HBCUs, Entrepreneurs, and Innovators.

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The Alabama Collective (TAC) is building a more inclusive, tech-driven economy across Alabama. Guided by the principles of Expose, Educate, Engage, and Empower, TAC connects talent, training, and opportunity—helping students, founders, and communities transform ideas into impact.