What a week... and we still have two MAJOR events in 2023
Next up: Pitch Competition & Jingle Fest
recap: Global Entrepreneurship Week
Thank you to the attendees, presenters, and supporters of our 2023 Global Entrepreneurship Week programming! This week featured a variety of sessions and celebrations with presenters and entrepreneurs such as Grace Willis, Adam Vinson, Casey Browder, Holly Pugh, Juliana Bolivar, and Danielle Wallace.



upcoming: Student Business Pitch Competition
Join us on Dec. 1 at 9 a.m. to witness original business pitch presentations by students from the Sorrell College of Business. Six talented students were selected to compete for $1,000 after their completion of a training program hosted by the IDEA Bank and Sorrell 360 Center.
upcoming: Jingle Fest
One of our favorite events of the year is just around the corner! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, Dec. 6 (5 - 7 p.m.) as we feature more than 15 student-owned shops. Support student entrepreneurs and find unique gifts during this fun holiday-themed event featuring a hot chocolate bar, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, kids’ holiday coloring activities, and much more.
In case you missed it:
Innovate Alabama Network designates IDEA Bank as a member and awards grant that will enhance offerings for local startups
Upcoming Holiday Hours
With the ham & turkey in sight, our Thanksgiving week hours are adjusting as follows:
Monday (11/20) & Tuesday (11/21)- Open by appointment only
Wednesday (11/22) - Friday (11/24) - Closed
We will reopen as normal on Monday, November 27th. Thank you for your understanding. We wish you the happiest Thanksgiving!