Signature Events
Your Hub for Networking & Growth
We host a variety of special events throughout the year designed to connect you with like-minded professionals, foster business growth and discover the latest trends in the Greater Birmingham Region business community. From networking mixers and webinars to luncheons and more – our events offer something for everyone and every business, no matter the size.
Networking Luncheons
This quarterly event is an essential gathering for professionals in the Greater Birmingham Region. These luncheons feature distinguished keynote speakers addressing timely topics and issues that impact our community and businesses. These events are a platform for professional growth, networking and contributing to the economic and social fabric of the Greater Birmingham Region. Investor pricing, non-investor pricing and reserved table sponsors vary from event to event.
First Round
Held at local small businesses or event venues in town, this monthly networking event provides professionals in the Greater Birmingham Region the opportunity to meet and mingle after work hours, helping expand their professional networks. Guests receive one complimentary drink ticket to wrap up the work day by making new connections.
Magic City HBCU Breakfast
This annual event is held each October to celebrate Alabama’s numerous Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and emphasize their essential contribution to the workforce and economic development in our region. Each year, attendees hear from keynote speakers who share inspiring stories of the diverse career paths and opportunities pursued by HBCU alumni. Funds raised at this event go on to support the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization. Event sponsors and other BBA partners are invited to provide branded merch or company swag to further show their commitment to this event and our regional HBCUs.
Beakers & Brews
This event is a networking series of happy hours exclusively for bioscience companies in the Greater Birmingham Region. Through this event, we want to thank companies for calling Birmingham home and intentionally creating space for our ecosystem leaders and partners to connect. Beakers & Brews is brought to you in partnership with the Birmingham Business Alliance, 58 INC | Shelby County Economic Development Corporation and Hoover Economic Development. This event is free but available only to individuals in the bioscience community.
Small Business Webinars
As a small business owner, they face unique challenges and opportunities in today's fast-paced business environment. Understanding how to navigate these can make the difference between thriving and merely surviving. This is where BBA’s Small Business Webinars step in as a pivotal resource for small business owners.
Milestone Celebration Services
We walk side-by-side with our clients and investors throughout their business journey. We are there to support businesses when you’re overcoming barriers and there to celebrate with you when your business reaches a notable milestone, however big or small., and include events such as groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings and more.