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ACN is a Statewide Organization focused on Growing the Startup Ecosystem

OUR MISSION

Increasing access to capital for entrepreneurs and educating investors across the state of Alabama.

ACN is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our events and services are designed to bridge the funding gap faced by Alabama companies in the early growth phase of business and facilitate the right connections at the right time for business growth.

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Partners

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

We encourage the state to support the effort of Alabama Capital Network

More startups successfully raising capital equals more high paying jobs and opportunities for us to retain top talent from our pool of out-of-state students.

Theresa Welbourne The Edge, Tuscaloosa

I’m energized by the opportunity to interact with some of the most innovative entrepreneurial talent in Alabama

as they cultivate their businesses alongside an active investor & corporate community. ACN’s potential to help diversify Alabama’s start-up ecosystem through intentional, purpose-led investments gives me tremendous hope for the future of our state’s economy.

Daryl Grant KPMG

ACN and the team behind it have been an integral part of Vulcan Line Tools journey.

Their guidance and mentorship have not only played a large part in growing my company but in my own skills as an entrepreneur. From helping me polish my presentation, to connecting me with the perfect people to present to, they have allowed me to propel the growth of my company. My experience with ACN has been invaluable and I look forward to seeing what they do for others just like me.

Zac Young Vulcan Line Tools

ACN has provided me invaluable insight, connections, and opportunities.

As a startup founder, I can honestly say that the resources available to me through ACN have made a significant impact on my ability to build, scale, and fund my growing business.

Dave Karr BuyorBorrow Music

ACN plays an important role in this ecosystem by connecting capital providers with entrepreneurs.

As a member, I have greatly enjoyed experiencing the cross-section of these two worlds within ACN and am excited to see its future growth.

Peter Inge CFO, NXTsoft

I’m proud to be involved, and excited to see how their work evolves in the years to come.

ACN is focused on growing Alabama’s innovation ecosystem, and they do this by bringing together entrepreneurs who want to make an impact with the people can help them do that.

David Bowsher Partner, Balch & Bingham

ACN was instrumental in facilitating our first raise at QuantHub.

The opportunity to tell our story in front of a captive group of investors was invaluable and helped us forge relationships that have been a big part of our success.”

Matt Cowell Quanthub - Data Skills Platform

ACN is such an incredibly deep well of resources for startups in the state of Alabama.

Con.doit pitched at the first post-COVID pitch day and had a tremendous response from the ACN community. Our pitch led to several connections that I now count among my most valuable. The ACN network stretches in many directions and is flexible enough to accommodate established companies and early startup ideas alike.

Ian Hoppe Con.doit

INVESTORS

From individual membership to partnership at an organizational level, there are a variety of ways to get involved.

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ENTREPRENEURS

Apply to pitch to our network and get connected to potential investors, customers, and awards.

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EVENTS

The Jemison Award

“The Alabama Venture Club’s Jemison Award program recognizes today’s high growth, high value entrepreneurs while honoring the legacy of Mr. Jemison and other venture capital trailblazers.”

James Outland, Past Chairman
Jemison Award Selection Committee

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Stay up to date with the latest research and announcements from our team.

CONNECT WITH INTENT

ACN is a Statewide Organization focused on Growing the Startup Ecosystem

OUR MISSION

Partners

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

We encourage the state to support the effort of Alabama Capital Network

I’m energized by the opportunity to interact with some of the most innovative entrepreneurial talent in Alabama

ACN and the team behind it have been an integral part of Vulcan Line Tools journey.

ACN has provided me invaluable insight, connections, and opportunities.

ACN plays an important role in this ecosystem by connecting capital providers with entrepreneurs.

I’m proud to be involved, and excited to see how their work evolves in the years to come.

ACN was instrumental in facilitating our first raise at QuantHub.

ACN is such an incredibly deep well of resources for startups in the state of Alabama.

INVESTORS

ENTREPRENEURS

EVENTS

The Jemison Award

“The Alabama Venture Club’s Jemison Award program recognizes today’s high growth, high value entrepreneurs while honoring the legacy of Mr. Jemison and other venture capital trailblazers.”

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