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Truly Cares Health Services Anniversary Celebration

The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) is proud to celebrate the momentum of BBA members who continuously invest, expand and bring new energy to our region. Celebrating ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, milestone moments and more – that’s what we call the BBA effect. These celebrations keep our business ecosystem moving forward, and we’re excited to cheer them on every step of the way. Join us in celebrating three special stories of BBA members who have recently celebrated a ribbon cutting, grand opening or anniversary celebration by reading just a piece of their stories.

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Milo’s Tea Company CEO and BBA Board Member Tricia Wallwork Wins National Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Milo's Tea Company

Birmingham-based Milo’s Tea Company’s CEO Tricia Wallwork has been named the family business Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young.

For 40 years, Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur Of The Year award has recognized entrepreneurs throughout the U.S. who are revolutionizing industries and leading businesses that will shape the future. Wallwork was chosen as the winner in the Family Business category from a group of 221 Entrepreneur of the Year regional winners, representing 191 companies across the United States.

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Eight Entrepreneurs Graduate from BBA’s Small Business Intensive 

Small Business Intensive Graduates Fall 2025

The Birmingham Business Alliance Small Business Intensive – Fall 2025 cohort has officially turned their tassel! Over 12 weeks, these eight participants learned how to work on their business, not just in their business, by connecting with CEO mentors, collaborating with a community of like-minded peers and local experts, and developing a three-year growth plan.

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BBA Data Debrief – October ABCI Special Edition  

BBA Data Debrief - October 2025

We’re back with another Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) Data Debrief, and this edition takes a different angle. The recent government shutdown—now resolved—limited access to updated labor market data. Rather than skip a briefing, we’re using this opportunity to spotlight the Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) and its outlook for Q4 2025.

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