Alabama Secretary of State Business Entity Services
Administers all business-related responsibilities for the Secretary of State including filing of commercial liens and registering of new businesses.
770 Washington Avenue, Suite 580,
Montgomery, AL 36104
Phone: (334)-242-5324
Website: https://www.alabamainteractive.org/sos/
Alabama Small Business Development Center
Alabama Small Business Development Center network is a statewide, inter-institutional program to enhance economic growth in Alabama by providing management and technical assistance to small businesses. Professional Business Advisors are available in 10 Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) located at our member university partners across the state.
Small Business Development Center
621 Greensboro Ave,
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Phone: (205) 348-1582
Website: https://asbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup
The Culverhouse LIFT (Learning Initiative and Financial Training) Program
The Culverhouse LIFT (Learning Initiative and Financial Training) Program is a joint initiative of The Culverhouse College of Business Dean’s Office and The Culverhouse School of Accountancy. The program provides free classes to small businesses and the nonprofit community through the provision of courses and other support that will help ether business grow and succeed. Classes are FREE and offered virtually as well in person one day of the week for 9 weeks. Students completing the class receive certification. Classes are consistent with school being in session.Hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
347 Bidgood Hall
Phone: (205) 535-0907
Website: culverhouse-lift@ua.edu
The EDGE
Provides opportunities for entrepreneurs. Helps startups and drive growth of their businesses. The EDGE supports both new and established firms by providing space and learning opportunities, all designed to help build and grow businesses, innovation, and jobs.
2627 10th Avenue,
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Phone: (205) 348-3343
Website: theedge@ua.edu
Entrepreneurship & Nonprofit Clinic
Entrepreneurship & Nonprofit Clinic (E-Clinic) offers free legal services to individuals and organizations around Tuscaloosa and nearby areas. Helping businesses and nonprofits with legal services at no cost. The students handling the cases do so under skilled supervision. Clients must pay any state or other fees.
University of Alabama School of Law
101 Paul W. Bryant Drive, East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
Phone: (205) 348-4960
Website: https://universityofalabama.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4VLhcQHDTBEfByZ
Small Business Administration
Office provides help with SBA services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. We can also connect you to our partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.
2 20th St N Unit #325,
Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone: (205) 290-7101
Website: https://www.sba.gov/contact/contact_your_district_office?district=9
The West Alabama Chamber of Commerce
Member-focused and volunteer-driven organization offering creative avenues for community service, networking, personal development and leadership.
2222 9th Street,
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Phone: (205) 758-7588
Website: https://westalabamachamber.com/