A magnet for Innovators, Inventors, and Entrepreneurs

alabama entrepreneurship institute

AEI sparks innovation, fosters new jobs, and cultivates thriving businesses. From startup to success, AEI is dedicated to propelling enterprises forward with research-backed best practices.

Current and Graduated EDGE Tenants

150 +

in Aldag Prizes Distributed

$ 600 K

River Pitch Contestants

600 +

Programs & Competitions

Programs

Supporting entrepreneurs — new to established.

Competitions/Events

Distinct opportunities to earn startup capital and gain invaluable feedback.

Growth and Innovation
Leaders Forum

Building great businesses by connecting and learning together.

Tuscaloosa's Home for Startups

Located in the heart of Tuscaloosa just 5 minutes from The University of Alabama campus, The EDGE is a partnership with UA, the West Alabama Chamber of Commerce and the City of Tuscaloosa. Resources from all three groups come together to help grow a vibrant ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship, business growth, and personal enterprise. The Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute is a campus-wide initiative powering the programs that are offered at The EDGE.

The EDGE fuels entrepreneurial success by offering startups the space and know-how they need. We champion both emerging and established businesses, providing a dynamic environment for learning and growth. Our mission: fuel job creation, ignite innovation, and propel businesses.

26K square feet of co-working, collaboration, and events space, with 20+ offices, 100 workstations, as well as conference rooms.

Memberships are offered on an annual or monthly basis; a daily drop-in program is also available for those with short-term or intermittent needs.

Events that bring people together to focus on building businesses and pitch competitions that support new ideas: All can be found at the EDGE.

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