EDPA

A private, non-profit organization that is a catalyst for economic development in Alabama. 205-943-4700

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚀 EDPA, in collaboration with @MadeInAL & @InnovateAlabama, has launched a statewide strategy to recruit & support high-growth tech companies — helping founders start, scale & stay in Alabama.

🔗 https://t.co/Lyy1FtWkuc

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚀@US_SpaceCom is officially relocating to Huntsville, AL - “Rocket City.” This decision means over 1,500 direct jobs with potentially thousands more in indirect job opportunities & billions in investment - further solidifying Huntsville as a central hub for defense & innovation.

[U.S. Space Command @US_SpaceCom]

Following today's White House announcement:

[The White House @WhiteHouse]

"I am thrilled to report that the U.S. Space Command headquarters will move to the beautiful locale of a place called Huntsville, Alabama — forever to be known, from this point forward, as ROCKET CITY." -@POTUS 🇺🇸🚀

[City of Huntsville, AL @huntsvillecity]

It's official. Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama will be the new permanent home of U.S. Space Command.

📌 Watch the announcement live: https://t.co/3PpbFvNOzt

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

Space Command Headquarters is coming to Sweet Home Alabama! #alpolitics

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

Exciting news for Alabama’s economy! 🌆Applications for round 3 of the state's SEEDS grant program are now LIVE with $23 M to accelerate site development statewide. 🚀 Review details, apply online & share 👉 https://t.co/Y41dYXczhQ

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

We’re live at the EDPA's Investor Connector! 🔥 Enjoying a fireside chat over lunch now with Endeavor & Malcolm McDonald featuring @IanHathaway (@FarOutVC) & Shegun Otulana (@HarmonyVentures & Copysmith AI). Powering Alabama startups & investors. 🚀 #AlabamaTech #EDPAInvestors

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚀 Powering Growth in Alabama
From bold ideas to thriving industries, Alabama is where innovation and opportunity meet.

We’re proud to be part of the momentum—watch how we’re powering growth across the state:

#PoweringGrowth #EDPA #MadeInAlabama #EconomicDevelopment

[Leading Alabama @LeadingAlabama]

Leadership that delivers: With the signing of Powering Growth into law, a new era of opportunity for Alabama begins. ⚡️ #alpolitcs

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men & women who gave their lives for our country. At EDPA, we’re grateful for their sacrifice and the freedoms it protects. We also extend our deepest thanks to the families who carry their legacy. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

Big win for Alabama! ⚡️ The new Powering Growth Plan streamlines energy permitting, launches the Energy Infrastructure Bank 🏦 & cuts red tape to make industrial sites move-in ready. This is how we grow jobs & investment statewide. #EconomicDevelopment #PoweringGrowth

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

In order to keep Alabama’s economy growing, we’ve got to make sure we have the power to support it.

That’s why I signed the Powering Growth legislation today. It will ensure our energy infrastructure is robust to meet industry demands. #alpolitics

https://t.co/fBTF72VBCL

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚨 Big news: EDPA’s HBCU Innovation Internship is growing—now in its 4th cohort and nearly double the size of last year!

🔗 https://t.co/wzGD586MEk

#HBCUInnovation #Startups #AlabamaInnovation #edpa

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚀 Big News for Alabama! 🚀

EDPA has acquired Birmingham Bound to expand its success statewide—boosting business attraction, retention & growth across Alabama!

We’re also hiring!

🔹Read More: https://t.co/Uh7ZYUSE4d
🔹Apply Now: https://t.co/GXV8YH9nQV

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

We are thrilled to share that Miller Girvin has been named the next President of the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama, effective January 1, 2025. Read more here: https://t.co/BdkM3gtbI9

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚀 The countdown is on! We are just about 3 weeks away from the 2024 Alabama Launchpad Cycle 2 Finale on August 15! 🌟Mark your calendars and get ready to witness eight local startups compete for $75K in funding!

🎟️ Tickets: https://t.co/cmJuQaN2R1

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

📰Great News for Alabama:
Alabama’s growing workforce isn’t the only reason for the Yellowhammer State’s leap in the CNBC rankings. Check out the full story celebrating Alabama as America’s Most Improved State for Business in 2024 here: https://t.co/AjKWtAHaMI

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

Dive into the heart of Alabama's innovation at the 2024 Alabama Launchpad Cycle 1 Finale, set to take place on April 18! Grab your tickets now and join us for a day of inspiration, networking, and a glimpse into the future of Alabama’s business innovation.
https://t.co/B7Qh1bdYpG

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚨Last Chance to Register: 2024 Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning🚨

Act Now: https://t.co/7Yz05BMMIc

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

📢 Exciting news! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce that the registration deadline for the 2024 Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning has been EXTENDED to Wednesday, March 27!

🔗 Click here to secure your seat: https://t.co/7Yz05BNkxK

[ECEDA @ElmoreEDA]

@EDPAlabama with support from @InnovateAlabama and @ACCS_Education has partnered with @buildersbackers, to offer free Buildership® workshops throughout 2024 to any Alabama resident interested in exploring entrepreneurship.

Learn more: https://t.co/D9r7uCplCQ

[EDPA @EDPAlabama]

🚨 ALMOST SOLD OUT! 🚨

Registration for the 2024 Alabama Summit on Talent Retention and Work-Based Learning is nearly at capacity and will close soon.

🔗 Register here before it's too late: https://t.co/7Yz05BMMIc