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SUMMARY:Innovate Alabama Entrepreneurship Hackathon Pitch Finale & Network Reception – 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 University2nd Place ($3\,000): Sentinel Sync — Oakwood University3rd Place ($2\,000): Team Mesh — Talladega CollegeHonorable MentionsKARD Innovative — Talladega CollegeVault Sure — Alabama A&M University								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Learn More - Full Recap
URL:https://thealabamacollective.com/event/innovate-alabama-entrepreneurship-hackathon-pitch-finale-network-reception-2026/
LOCATION:Fairway Social\, 114 13th Street South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35233\, United States
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