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Get ready for an unforgettable week of discovery at Trenholm State’s STEAM Summer Camp! 🔬⚙️🎨 From June 8–12, 2026 (9 AM–3 PM), 7th & 8th grade River Region students will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on experiments, field trips, robotics, and more. Best of all—it’s FREE!
Register today by scanning the QR code.

The anticipation is over! The 4th annual BES Vendor Exchange Forum (VEF) is happening next month.

VEF offers industry partners a valuable opportunity to connect with BES leadership and program offices, gain insight into mission priorities and challenges, and explore innovative initiatives across the Directorate.

This year’s hybrid event will have both in-person at Gunter Annex, AL, and virtual attendance via Microsoft Live.

Mark your calendars and save the date! Additional details will be shared soon!

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his unwavering commitment to service, justice, and equality.

Dr. King’s vision reminds us that progress happens when communities come together, lift one another up, and work toward a future rooted in opportunity for all. As a Chamber, we remain committed to fostering inclusive growth, strengthening our workforce, and supporting a community where everyone has the chance to thrive.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.”
— Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The 2026 Defense Accelerator is officially launching!

Don't miss the kickoff + networking reception bringing together founders, defense partners, and leaders shaping the future of innovation in Montgomery.

📅 Jan 13 | ⏰ 4 PM | 📍 Kress Building

🔗 RSVP Here: https://ow.ly/G97p50XV8p2

Introducing the newest cohort of the Montgomery TechLab Defense Accelerator, delivered in partnership with Treble One.

Join us in welcoming the 2026 companies:
🚀 Autonomous Federal
🚀 FibrX
🚀 Moonbase AI
🚀 Petra Power
🚀 Xdown

This group brings cutting-edge capabilities in AI, cybersecurity, advanced materials, energy systems, and secure federal tech — all with real defense and dual-use potential.

Throughout the program, founders will engage with defense leaders, technical experts, and mentors as they refine their technologies and scale impact.

Today’s TechMGM Vibe Coding workshop has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We’ll announce the rescheduled date as soon as it’s confirmed.

🚀 Tech Tuesday is back!

Join TechMGM on Tuesday, December 2nd at 11:30 AM for Vibe Coding: From Idea to App — a high-energy session that proves you don’t need a computer science degree to bring your ideas to life.

Hear from Matt Roberts (PEO BES) as he shares how curiosity, creativity, and today’s developer tools can turn inspiration into innovation.

💻 Virtual Event
🔗 Register: montgomerychamber.com/events

Attention Alabama students: The 2025–2026 Governor’s App Challenge is open!

Governor Kay Ivey encourages K–12 students to participate in this statewide coding competition, where you can showcase your creativity and problem-solving skills. Students may compete individually or in teams of up to three members, and apps can be built in any language or platform.

Important dates:
• Register by January 19, 2026
• School winners by January 30, 2026
Don’t miss this chance to gain recognition for your STEM and coding skills! 🔗Learn more & register: https://sites.google.com/view/algovernorsappchallenge

Attention Alabama students: The 2025–2026 Governor’s App Challenge is open! 🚀💻

Governor Kay Ivey encourages K–12 students to participate in this statewide coding competition, where you can showcase your creativity and problem-solving skills. Students may compete individually or in teams of up to three members, and apps can be built in any language or platform.

Important dates:
• Register by January 19, 2026
• School winners by January 30, 2026

Don’t miss this chance to gain recognition for your STEM and coding skills!

Learn more & register: https://sites.google.com/view/algovernorsappchallenge

Meta is launching their annual Data Center Community Action Grants! Applications for the 2026 Grants are now open through November 21: https://datacenters.atmeta.com/grants

Meta Data Center Community Action Grants The new applications cycle opens on October 13, 2025. Our grants are one of many ways that Meta gives back to communities where we have a data center. These grants support projects that address critical community needs by: Eligible organizations Grant applications will be accepted from eligible orga...

We had a great Tech Tuesday Lunch & Learn earlier this week, diving into the evolving AI threat landscape and strategies to navigate emerging risks. 🌐 Thanks to everyone who joined the discussion and shared valuable perspectives!