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Kassouf Announces Promotions of Eight Employees, Hiring of New Shareholder, Manager

February 18, 2025

Kassouf’s strategic plan for growth and development drove these promotions.

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Bradley Law Firm

Bradley’s Trademark Practice and Four Partners Recognized in 2025 World Trademark Review 1000

February 10, 2025

The WTR 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top trademark professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe and has become an esteemed resource for those seeking world-class legal trademark knowledge and skill.

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Birmingham-Hoover’s Business Confidence Surges in Q1 2025

February 10, 2025

The Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) for Birmingham–Hoover jumped 13.4 points to 60.6 in Q1 2025—the highest since Q3 2021—signaling strong optimism for economic expansion.

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Bradley Law Firm

Bradley Partner Jason Bushby Elected American Bar Foundation Fellow

February 4, 2025

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Jason Bushby, a partner in the firm’s Birmingham office, has been elected as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF).

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Bessemer Airport Authority

Bessemer Municipal Airport Reclassified as a National Airport 

February 4, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reclassified the Bessemer Municipal Airport (EKY) as a National Airport, marking a significant development in the airport’s role in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) and its ability to handle increased air traffic and larger aircraft.

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Thinking of Moving to Birmingham, AL? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.

February 3, 2025

A few months ago, we hosted Livability’s Editor-In-Chief Amanda Ellis and took her on a tour of our wonderful city – we’d biasedly say it was the adventure of a lifetime. So, Why Birmingham? Hello, Livability!

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Level Up in 2025

Level Up Your Business in 2025

January 14, 2025

The new year calls for new opportunities! For businesses in the Greater Birmingham Region, there’s no better way to prepare for growth than by becoming an investor in the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA), Birmingham’s Chamber of Commerce and the region’s economic development leader.

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Birmingham Business Alliance Recap of Organizational Wins in 2024

BBA Wrapped 2024

December 20, 2024

What an amazing year it has been for the Greater Birmingham Region. From 200+ business consultations and 110 events, to 111 new investors and the revitalization of the “Big Trip” now known as Leadership Exchange, our team had a busy but amazing year.

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ACCE Chamber of Commerce Poll

Chambers of Commerce – Powerful Forces for Business Communities

December 5, 2024

As the Chamber of Commerce for the City of Birmingham and the economic development agency for the Greater Birmingham Region, we at the Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) play a very important role in our community. A new public opinion poll, “The Impact and Value of Chambers of Commerce,” sheds light on the significant role that chambers of commerce play in communities across the United States. The study, conducted by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), showcases the public’s positive perception of chambers and their vital contributions to local economies.

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J.M. Smucker Co.

With a Name Like Smucker’s, It Has to Be Good®

December 4, 2024

The J.M. Smucker Co. recently celebrated the grand opening of its $1.1B Uncrustables facility, which is the largest single line bakery in North America, South America and Europe. Their investment in our region also represents the largest investment in Jefferson County’s history. The Birmingham Business Alliance was happy to aid in the recruitment of this development, which will be a leading employer offering competitive pay and benefits, encouraging work environment where every employee makes a difference, and a commitment to promoting continued employee growth and development.

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wealth advisors - kassouf

Kassouf Announces Promotions of Eight Employees, Hiring of New Shareholder, Manager

February 18, 2025

Kassouf’s strategic plan for growth and development drove these promotions.

Read More
Bradley Law Firm

Bradley’s Trademark Practice and Four Partners Recognized in 2025 World Trademark Review 1000

February 10, 2025

The WTR 1000 is a unique guide that identifies the top trademark professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe and has become an esteemed resource for those seeking world-class legal trademark knowledge and skill.

Read More

Birmingham-Hoover’s Business Confidence Surges in Q1 2025

February 10, 2025

The Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) for Birmingham–Hoover jumped 13.4 points to 60.6 in Q1 2025—the highest since Q3 2021—signaling strong optimism for economic expansion.

Read More
Bradley Law Firm

Bradley Partner Jason Bushby Elected American Bar Foundation Fellow

February 4, 2025

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Jason Bushby, a partner in the firm’s Birmingham office, has been elected as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF).

Read More
Bessemer Airport Authority

Bessemer Municipal Airport Reclassified as a National Airport 

February 4, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reclassified the Bessemer Municipal Airport (EKY) as a National Airport, marking a significant development in the airport’s role in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) and its ability to handle increased air traffic and larger aircraft.

Read More

Thinking of Moving to Birmingham, AL? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.

February 3, 2025

A few months ago, we hosted Livability’s Editor-In-Chief Amanda Ellis and took her on a tour of our wonderful city – we’d biasedly say it was the adventure of a lifetime. So, Why Birmingham? Hello, Livability!

Read More

Kratos Receives $1.45B MACH-TB 2.0 Contract Award

January 24, 2025

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has been awarded a five-year contract for the Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonic Test Bed (MACH-TB) 2.0 program.

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Birmingham and Biotech Are on The Rise

January 24, 2025

The Greater Birmingham Region just secured $44M in federal funding as part of a new Tech Hubs program, the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub Grant.

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Birmingham Northern Beltline

The Birmingham Northern Beltline: A Generational Opportunity for Economic Development, Public Safety and Growth

October 17, 2024

The Birmingham Northern Beltline (BNB) is a transformative project that will significantly enhance the Greater Birmingham Region’s infrastructure, economy and quality of life. This generational…

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Unlocking Birmingham’s Potential: A Raleigh Recharge During Leadership Exchange

August 20, 2024

Leadership Exchange is the rebrand of the Birmingham Business Alliance’s (BBA) former “Big Trip,” where local civic, governmental and private sector leaders visited thriving cities to gather ideas to bring back to Birmingham. This event is making its awaited return after a 15-year hiatus and will take place Sept. 29 through Oct. 1 in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. We look forward to speaking and learning from key leaders who helped create Research Triangle Park, LS Spark, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Bridge Club.

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The Birmingham Business Journal's Power 60 List

The Birmingham Business Journal’s The Power 60 List

August 13, 2024

The Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) announced the annual The Power 60 list, which includes key leaders who bring new energy to the business scene and make big moves for the Magic City.  

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J.M. Smucker Co.

With a Name Like Smucker’s, It Has to Be Good®

December 4, 2024

The J.M. Smucker Co. recently celebrated the grand opening of its $1.1B Uncrustables facility, which is the largest single line bakery in North America, South America and Europe. Their investment in our region also represents the largest investment in Jefferson County’s history. The Birmingham Business Alliance was happy to aid in the recruitment of this development, which will be a leading employer offering competitive pay and benefits, encouraging work environment where every employee makes a difference, and a commitment to promoting continued employee growth and development.

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Birmingham Business Alliance President & CEO

Big Thinking for Birmingham – A Letter from BBA CEO Steve Ammons

October 28, 2024

As we reflect on the evolution of our community over the past few decades, it’s essential to acknowledge the visionaries who have shaped the Greater…

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IEDC Silver Awards

Birmingham Business Alliance Awarded 2024 International Economic Development Council Excellence Silver Award

October 28, 2024

The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA), University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and ThinkData Solutions, Inc. have been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC)…

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