BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Business Alliance is starting an initiative to help businesses start, stay and succeed in the Birmingham region.
Supplier Scale is an initiative of the Small Business program of the Birmingham Business Alliance. They are looking to identify 20 eligible small businesses that are based in Birmingham/Jefferson County to participate in a free 12-week intensive program. Steps include ways to hire more employees, manage finances more effectively, learn how to pitch more clients and more.
Applications must be submitted by Aug. 11 by 11:59 p.m. and orientation begins Aug. 13.
Qualifications to apply include the following:
- Privately owned companies headquartered in Birmingham/Jefferson County
- Employs 2 to 10 people and/or generates between $100,000 and $1 million in annual revenue
- Ability to attend a 12-week intensive course, complete mandatory assignments, and complete program surveys as requested.