May 15, 2025 · Entrepreneurs, Innovation, Program Impact, SSBCI

Alabama is Providing Big Support for Big Ideas (Fast Company)

Renowned inventor and Alabama native Lonnie Johnson is poised to transform the energy sector with cutting-edge solid-state battery technology through Johnson Energy Storage.

This innovation, supported by a significant investment from Innovate Alabama and backed by figures like Magic Johnson and Myles Garrett, promises safer and cost-effective energy solutions. Discover how his journey, fueled by ambition and strategic support, is sparking major change, including the launch of the  Dr. Lonnie Johnson Technology Research & Incubation Center in Tuskegee.

UAB-Born, Birmingham-Built: YuvaBio’s Path from Discovery to Scaled Impact

Alabama’s Bold Bet on Outdoor Recreation

Alabama startups thrive with support from Innovate Alabama, Innovation Depot (Alabama Political Reporter)

Confessed ‘HR nerd’ Gia Wiggins looks to change the field with Fairhope, Alabama-based Auditocity (Alabama News Center)