Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Local Support Agencies & Additional Help

The UAB Bill L. Harbert Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (HIIE) strives to be a first-in-class institution created to serve as the nexus for UAB innovation, entrepreneurial educational models, applied research, management of intellectual property and the entry point for industries seeking to collaborate with UAB, our world-class university.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Commercialization Accelerator will provide the facilities, training opportunities, guidance, and funding strategy necessary for students, faculty, and staff to launch and nurture startup companies that will create jobs and enhance regional economic health.

Innovation Depot is 140,000 square feet of amazing office, lab, and coworking space – all designed for your startup.

The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) seeks to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of the Birmingham seven-county region, which includes Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, St. Clair, Shelby and Walker counties.

Designed to be a “one-stop-shop” to assist entrepreneurs in every stage of development of their business.

Investors and startup leaders working with local organizations to transform startup investing and fuel innovation.

Focused on economic & workforce development, this is the official website of the Alabama Department of Commerce, operating under direction of the Governor.

The Alabama Small Business Development Center network is a statewide, inter-institutional program to enhance economic growth in Alabama by providing management and technical assistance to small businesses.

Helps high growth companies start, stay and grow in Alabama while supporting, advocating, and recognizing entrepreneurship statewide.