Tag: Birmingham
Laney Leaves Innovation Depot; Search on for New Leader
After 14 years at the helm of Birmingham’s Innovation Depot, Devon Laney is leaving the organization for a new role in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
New Venture Capital Fund Yields Early Returns
In its first year of investments the $25 million Alabama Futures Fund has spurred three promising young tech companies to move their headquarters to Birmingham.
Altec’s Long Reach Brings Power to the Navajo Nation
Birmingham's Altec Industries is reaching its long arms west to the Navajo Nation — to households that are among the last to be connected to an electric utility.
DC BLOX to Open Flagship Data Center in Birmingham
DC BLOX opens the first unit of its flagship technology and innovation campus in Birmingham, bringing new life to a 27-acre parcel of the former Trinity Steel plant.
The Key to EBSCO’s Success
75-year-old EBSCO is long-term focused, accumulating companies with one common factor — they make money serving fundamental markets.
When Do You Call in the Fraud Team?
The national fraud meter is crackling at some historic peaks. In a profession in which auditors are hired by the company, just what is “auditor independence?” And when do you call in a special team?
How ServisFirst Keeps Scoring
Always a standout in our annual report on bank performances, ServisFirst explains how its key measurements spring from a tight focus on core competencies. Focus has led to expansion — from Birmingham to Nashville to Charleston to Tampa, and from income of $52.3 million to $137 million.
Autocar Launches Severe-duty Trash Hauler
Autocar recently announced it would start building the DC-64R, a new severe-duty truck designed specifically for refuse applications, starting later this summer.
Alabama’s Longest Running BBQ Festival Celebrates 70 Years
More than 1,500 plates, including ribs, half chicken pieces, hot dogs, smoked sausage, pork sandwiches and side dishes will be served on July 4th.
Downtown Birmingham’s Latest Condo Surge
A new wave of condominium development sweeps into booming downtown Birmingham.