Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance

08/28/2026

🚨 COHORT 7 HAS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED! 🚨

A room full of entrepreneurs.
Bold ideas.
Clear vision.
Big expectations.
Unmatched energy. 🔥

More than a program.
A pathway to growth.

Expert training.
One-on-one coaching.
Access to capital.
Strategic relationships.
Real accountability.
Measurable results.

Seven cohorts.
100+ businesses served.
$10M+ in capital accessed.
And we are just getting started!

Special thanks to UAB Collat School of Business, Regions Bank, Jefferson County, Alabama, North Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, Network Navigator, Government & Economic Development Institute - GEDI at Auburn University, Alabama Office of Civic Engagement, Financial Partners, Alabama Power, & Complete3 Tech Solutions.

👇🏾 Drop one word of encouragement for Cohort 7, then tag an entrepreneur or community partner who needs to see what is happening!

08/27/2026

Congratulations, Naila S Jackson!

Congratulations to our Founder & Executive Director, Naila S Jackson, on her selection to the Leadership Birmingham Class of 2027! 🎉

Naila’s leadership has always been rooted in connection, collaboration, and creating meaningful opportunities for Birmingham’s business community. We’re thrilled to see her join this distinguished class of leaders who are committed to learning, serving, and shaping the future of our city.

We can’t wait to see the connections you build and the impact you will continue to make. 💚

08/23/2026

Impact! Relationships! Resources!�
This past Wednesday’s Nonprofit Luncheon featured Alex Wall of the Alabama Power Foundation & Monica Drake of Pinnacle Financial Partners.

• Building authentic relationships with funders
• Connecting mission to measurable impact
• Understanding corporate philanthropy
• Expanding nonprofit networks
• Turning connections into community investment

Stronger relationships. Greater resources. Lasting impact.

08/21/2026

“Black entrepreneurs are building businesses at an extraordinary rate, but too many are still being asked to grow without the capital, connections and coordinated support required to scale," said Naila S. Jackson, founder of Network Navigator.

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08/19/2026

🚨 FINAL DAY TO APPLY!

Small Business Owners—THIS IS YOUR SIGN! 🚨

Today is your FINAL OPPORTUNITY to apply for the 7th Cohort of the Jefferson County Micro Business Accelerator (JCMBA)!

If you've been thinking, “I need to get my business to the next level,” but keep putting it off—don't let today pass you by.

The JCMBA is designed to equip established micro-business owners with practical tools, knowledge, resources, mentorship, and connections to help strengthen and grow their businesses.

✅ 9 or fewer employees
✅ In business for at least 3 years
✅ Completed your 2024 tax returns
✅ Give back to your community

You don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to take the first step.

⏰ APPLICATIONS CLOSE TODAY AT 5:30 PM!

Create your CARA profile and submit your application before the deadline.

👉 Apply now: https://caranow.org

Don't wait. Don't overthink it. APPLY! Your next level could start today. 🚀

08/18/2026

🚨 GOOD NEWS, SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS! 🚨

You didn’t miss your chance! 🎉 The application deadline for the 7th Cohort of the Jefferson County Micro Business Accelerator (JCMBA) has been EXTENDED!

🗓️ New Deadline: August 19 at 5:30 PM

If you’ve been thinking, “I need to apply, but I haven’t even created my CARA profile yet…” — DON’T FRET! You still have time. 🙌🏾

Here’s your next move:
1️⃣ Create your CARA profile
2️⃣ Complete the JCMBA application
3️⃣ Submit it by 5:30 PM on August 19

The JCMBA is designed to support Jefferson County micro business owners who are ready to strengthen their businesses, gain valuable resources, build connections, and take their business to the next level.

✨ Your next opportunity could start with one application.

Don’t overthink it. Don’t count yourself out. Create your CARA profile and apply today!

👉🏾 Apply at https://caranow.org

08/17/2026