Vanguard Development Collective

Vanguard Development Collective Building community wealth through entrepreneurship, ownership, and strategic programs that grow local economies.

Based in Alabama and supported by Innovate Alabama.

CLASS IS IN SESSION! Last week, we kicked off the strongly with our Credit Track. We’re grateful for our instructors w...
05/20/2026

CLASS IS IN SESSION! Last week, we kicked off the strongly with our Credit Track. We’re grateful for our instructors who have been leading the 4C Accelerator. During this session, participants learned about Credit Reports and Credit Scores, gaining valuable knowledge to help build a stronger .

05/18/2026

We kicked off the with a bang! ⚡️ On May 7, 2026, our participants came together for the Accelerator launch, a moment that marked the beginning of something new and impactful. We’re excited to be in partnership with Shelby County, ensuring that valuable resources and tools reach this thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurs and business owners.

Join us for an insightful workshop designed to help business owners build a strong foundation for sustainable growth. Le...
05/14/2026

Join us for an insightful workshop designed to help business owners build a strong foundation for sustainable growth. Led by Chase Bank, this session will focus on financial literacy, business structure, and key strategies to stabilize and scale your operations. 💰

Participants will gain valuable insight into managing finances, understanding capital, and positioning their business for long-term success.

⚡️ What You'll Gain:
• Understand core financial principles for business growth
• Improve financial management and decision-making
• Learn how to position your business for funding opportunities
• Strengthen your overall business foundation and structure

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, all entrepreneurs and business owners are welcome. We look forward to learning and growing together!
🔗 Register here: https://events.chase.com/300084116

05/11/2026

has the people and the purpose to lead the South in social enterprise. Let’s continue building companies that do well while doing good.

But true growth requires more than creativity... it takes structure, strategy, and support. That’s what Week is all about: helping entrepreneurs move from creativity to capacity and from ideas to real impact.

After last year’s conference, 82% of attendees felt more equipped to scale their business, and more than 73% gained clarity on where they are in the startup-to-scale journey.

Join us at Ideas to Impact Week 2026 and connect with the founders, leaders, and changemakers shaping the future of impact-driven business in Birmingham and beyond. Let’s together!

📍5521 First Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35212
📆 June 15 — 19, 2026
🔗 Grab Your Free Ticket, LINK IN BIO.


Presented By:
Powered By: Vanguard Development Collective

Good conversations with people doing real work in our community, and a special shout-out to Mae + Olivia (), high school...
05/06/2026

Good conversations with people doing real work in our community, and a special shout-out to Mae + Olivia (), high school juniors, who are using their voices to lead powerful political discussions on her podcast.

It’s inspiring to see young voices driving important conversations about what’s happening in the world today. We were thrilled to welcome Doug Jones () into our collaborative space, PolarisBHM (), for an engaging podcast recording.

Thank you to for creating space for honest dialogue, and to for being a hub where innovation, entrepreneurship, and meaningful conversations thrive every day. As the nonprofit behind this space, it’s amazing to see the next generation of leaders, like Mae & Olivia, using PolarisBHM to amplify voices and stories that matter.

Whether it’s youth-driven podcasts or our that nurtures entrepreneurship, we’re proud to see our space being used to create real impact. Stay tuned, there’s more to come from this powerful conversation.

At its core, : Mastering the Marketplace exists to support the people building what’s next. ⚡️ As a nonprofit-led initi...
05/04/2026

At its core, : Mastering the Marketplace exists to support the people building what’s next. ⚡️

As a nonprofit-led initiative, we believe small businesses are more than economic drivers. They’re community anchors, job creators, and a vital part of Birmingham’s long-term growth. Creating space for them to learn, connect, and thrive isn’t optional, it’s essential.

This hybrid experience is designed to meet entrepreneurs where they are; whether they’re launching something new or working to scale. Through thoughtful, practical programming, we’re helping turn ideas into real, lasting impact.

Because when small businesses succeed, our entire community moves forward.

Presented By: POLARIS
Powered By: Vanguard Development Collective

🔗 Learn More: https://polarisbhm.com/ideas-to-impact


04/29/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE: Applications close TONIGHT at 11:59 PM🚨

Small business owners in construction tech, advanced manufacturing, or general tech who need support with building credit and securing contracts… you need the !

What you can expect from 4C:�✅ $2K stipend
✅ 1-on-1 credit repair support
✅ Help applying for loans or lines of credit
✅ Step-by-step guidance on preparing and submitting RFPs
✅ Connections to banks, buyers, and procurement professionals
✅ A community of other business owners on similar paths

Space is limited, so don’t wait. Apply NOW. 🔗 LINK IN BIO!

Need help securing funding, improving your credit, or landing contracts? The 4C Accelerator offers small business owners...
04/27/2026

Need help securing funding, improving your credit, or landing contracts?

The 4C Accelerator offers small business owners hands-on support with credit repair, loan and line of credit applications, RFP guidance, and direct connections to banks and procurement professionals, all within a supportive business community.

If you’re a small business owner in construction tech, advanced manufacturing, or general tech services in Shelby County, this program is built for you.

🗓️ Apply now for the program by April 29, 2026.

04/24/2026

Need help securing funding, improving your credit, or landing contracts? ⚡️

The 4C Accelerator offers small business owners hands-on support with credit repair, loan and line of credit applications, RFP guidance, and direct connections to banks and procurement professionals—all within a supportive business community.

If you’re a small business owner in construction tech, advanced manufacturing, or general tech services in Shelby County, this program is built for you.

🗓️ Apply now for the by April 29, 2026. (https://www.vanguarddevelopment.org/4c)

Tonight at 6 PM! ⚡️ Don’t miss our interest meeting! Come learn what we’re all about and how you can grow your business....
04/22/2026

Tonight at 6 PM! ⚡️ Don’t miss our interest meeting! Come learn what we’re all about and how you can grow your business. See you there!

If you’re looking for support on your business journey, you’re invited! We’re hosting an upcoming interest meeting on today at 6:00 pm for our in the area.

🔗 Join us via the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZVo8mAbATtq-1SAHPDRFlg

⚡️ Vanguard Development Collective is in Tulsa, Oklahoma! ⚡️ Our Founder, Alycia Levels-Moore, is pictured with an incre...
04/20/2026

⚡️ Vanguard Development Collective is in Tulsa, Oklahoma! ⚡️
 
Our Founder, Alycia Levels-Moore, is pictured with an incredible group of leaders: Nargis Fontaine from , Twaquilla Eatmon from , Danielle from (Founder of Boomin University), and Cedric Hamilton from .
 
It was a powerful session on accelerating business growth in the Southeast and exploring how cities can join forces with business support organizations to drive innovation and success.

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