SLOSTECThe event was hosted by Innovate Alabama and sponsored by Tech Birmingham and Telegraph Creative. Full Schedule For the 2024 edition. Organizers expanded the programming over two days and solicited collaborations with impressive regional organizations to further showcase the state's developing technology and innovation ecosystem.

Last week, they Alabama Innovation As a presenting partner, Sloss Tech will introduce the long-awaited State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) , a $98 million capital infusion into the state, and Innovate Alabama will launch InvestAL and LendAL at the conference to remove barriers to lending and venture capital for founders.

“We are excited to work with TechBirmingham to further SlossTech's impact across the state and region and use the conference as a springboard to highlight several initiatives, including the SSBCI (State Small Business Credit Initiative),” said Cynthia Crutchfield, CEO of Innovate Alabama.

“From the Wiregrass and Gulf Coast to Rocket City and the Black Belt, Alabama is filled with tons of untapped potential. As we work together to position our entire state as a hub for tech advancement, we're excited to impact the lives of even more business owners, startup founders, investors, students and many others who call Alabama home.”

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Sloss Tech 2024 will offer an array of programs aimed at inspiring, educating and connecting tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and budding tech talent. Key highlights include:

• Next-generation technology: Talent Development Lounge hosted by Innovate Alabama
• SSBCI (InvestAL and LendAL) Lounge, presented by Innovate Alabama
  • Small business owners, investors and lenders who would like to learn more about SSBCI can tune in to the SSBCI Lounge livestream. Click here for details.
• Sequal Experiences provided by Innovate Alabama
• gener8tor's Birmingham Innovation Tour
  
• Endeavour Experiences hosted by Endeavour
• Sloss Tech on Tap, hosted by Innovation Depot and supported by Birmingham Business Alliance
• Tech on 20th Block Party will partner with REV Birmingham, be supported by BhamNow and offer special experiences hosted by Stellar Source and NASCAR.
• Startup showcase sponsored by Birminghambound
• An Unusual Fest (Discounted access for Sloss Tech attendees)

“We are excited to announce the full schedule for Sloss Tech 2024, with a host of engaging sessions, workshops and networking opportunities designed to maximize our attendee experience,” said Deon Gordon, president and CEO of TechBirmingham.

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“This year’s conference is shaping up to be our most dynamic yet, and we’re incredibly grateful to Innovate Alabama for their support as a presenting sponsor.”

Stage and program highlights include:

• Keynote Speakers Francis HaugenAmerican engineer and scientist + Facebook whistleblower
• A conversation with Rodney Sampson, InvestAL Program Manager and globally recognized ecosystem builder
• By the Fireside Melissa ButlerFounder of Lip Bar
• Comedian from Birmingham Roy Wood Jr.
• Closing Keynote Speech Andrew YangFounder of Humanity Forward and Venture for America
• In the “Deeper Dig” session, Donna SarkarAI Business Acceleration Workshop Elizabeth GoadProduct Market Fit Workshop Andrew Goldner

General admission tickets are available for purchase Through the meeting Website.

Grayson Everett is the state and politics editor for Yellow Hammer News. You can follow him on Twitter. Grayson