The LaunchBox at Athens State University

The LaunchBox at Athens State University The Athens LaunchBox is a collaboration space to generate ideation that supports small businesses.
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08/20/2026

🌟 Meet Jennifer Williamson, Facilitator for the Inaugural Athens-Limestone CEO Program!

We’re excited to introduce Jennifer Williamson, who will serve as the facilitator for the inaugural Athens-Limestone CEO Program.

The CEO Program is a collaborative effort between the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce, Limestone County Economic Development, Athens City Schools, Limestone County Schools, Athens State University, and local businesses, all working together to invest in the next generation of business and community leaders.

Through an immersive, out-of-the-classroom experience, high school juniors and seniors will have the opportunity to:

💡 Explore entrepreneurship and business
🤝 Build relationships with local business leaders
📈 Develop practical business and leadership skills
🏢 Gain real-world experience in our community
🚀 Work toward launching their own real business

Jennifer brings extensive experience in business development, leadership, nonprofit programming, and community engagement to the program. As a former President of the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce, she understands the importance of connecting young people with the businesses, organizations, and leaders who make our community strong.

We’re excited to see Jennifer help students turn ideas into opportunities and opportunities into the next generation of community leaders.

The future of Athens-Limestone County starts with investing in its future leaders. And we’re excited to be part of that journey. 💙

Networking doesn’t have to feel awkward! 🤝Join us for Taking the Cringe Out of Networking, an interactive 90-minute work...
08/19/2026

Networking doesn’t have to feel awkward! 🤝
Join us for Taking the Cringe Out of Networking, an interactive 90-minute workshop hosted by DEIBA (Development Empowerment Initiative Business Alliance) and designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners feel more comfortable and confident making meaningful connections.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 4:30 PM
🎤 Led by Jackie Brown

Come ready to connect, practice, and take the cringe out of networking!
👉 Space is limited—register today:
https://athenslaunchbox.com/events/

🤖 AI is everywhere—but how well do you really understand it?Join us for AI Literacy Essentials on September 23 at 11:00 ...
08/17/2026

🤖 AI is everywhere—but how well do you really understand it?

Join us for AI Literacy Essentials on September 23 at 11:00 AM in Downtown Athens. We’ll break down generative AI, how to evaluate what it gives you, protect your privacy, recognize inaccuracies and bias, and know when human judgment matters most.

No tech expertise required—just come ready to build your AI confidence!

📍 LaunchBox | 121 S Marion St.
🔗 Register here: https://athenslaunchbox.com/events/scaleup-ai-literacy-essentials/

Space is limited!

Got a business idea? Let’s get to work! 💡Our FREE 2-Day Regional Business Bootcamp is coming to LaunchBox September 1 & ...
08/15/2026

Got a business idea? Let’s get to work! 💡

Our FREE 2-Day Regional Business Bootcamp is coming to LaunchBox September 1 & 2. Join us for practical tools, resources, and coaching to help you move your business forward.

🌱 Day 1 – Agri-Experience: www.aces.edu/go/6662
🍴 Day 2 – Food as a Business: www.aces.edu/go/6682

No cost to attend + lunch is provided (with registration)!

Own or manage a restaurant, food truck, catering business, or other food-based small business? Make sure ServSafe Manage...
08/14/2026

Own or manage a restaurant, food truck, catering business, or other food-based small business? Make sure ServSafe Manager Certification is on your to-do list!

We have several upcoming training opportunities at LaunchBox. Check out the graphic for dates and find the one that works best for you.

📍 LaunchBox | 121 S Marion St, Athens, AL
👉 Learn more & register: https://athenslaunchbox.com/events/

Ready to turn your business idea into action? 💡 Join us for a FREE 2-Day Regional Business Bootcamp at LaunchBox on Sept...
08/14/2026

Ready to turn your business idea into action? 💡 Join us for a FREE 2-Day Regional Business Bootcamp at LaunchBox on September 1 & 2!

🌱 Day 1 – Agri-Experience: www.aces.edu/go/6662
🍴 Day 2 – Food as a Business: www.aces.edu/go/6682

Register today and join us for one or both days!

We’re excited to welcome the Athens-Limestone CEO program to LaunchBox! 🚀We love seeing the next generation of entrepren...
08/13/2026

We’re excited to welcome the Athens-Limestone CEO program to LaunchBox! 🚀

We love seeing the next generation of entrepreneurs learning, creating, and putting their ideas into action—and we’re proud to provide a space where they can do it! 💡

We can’t wait to see where their ideas take them! 👏

08/06/2026

🎉 Good News! We've Extended the Deadline! 🎉

There's still time to recognize the businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs that make Athens-Limestone County an incredible place to live, work, and do business!

Nominations for the 2026 Best in Business Awards have been extended through Monday, August 24! 🏆

Presented by The LaunchBox at Athens State University and proudly supported by Gold Sponsor Redstone Federal Credit Union, these awards celebrate the very best of our local business community.

Nominate your favorites in the following categories:

🚀 Best Startup Business
🛍️ Best Retail Business
💼 Best Service Business (1–50 Employees)
🏢 Best Service Business (51+ Employees)
🍽️ Best Food & Beverage Business
🎭 Best Entertainment Business
🩺 Best Healthcare Business
❤️ Best Nonprofit Organization
👩‍💼 Outstanding Women-Owned Business

⏰ Don't wait. Submit your nominations by Monday, August 24!

🔗 Submit your nominations here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjANv9UWSlEUzOxc5f91rZtReMuj81IM-ndcy--HtDi4DMTA/viewform?usp=dialog

Help us celebrate the businesses and organizations that make our community exceptional!

📚 Back-to-school season isn't just for students—it's for entrepreneurs, too.This fall, invest in yourself and your busin...
08/05/2026

📚 Back-to-school season isn't just for students—it's for entrepreneurs, too.

This fall, invest in yourself and your business. Whether you're starting with an idea or ready to take the next step, RampUP will help you build the knowledge and confidence to move forward.

🍎 Class begins September 14. We hope to see you there!

Seats are limited—register today at www.athenslaunchbox.com!

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