The Girl's Guide to Sloss.Tech

Capital Readiness Workshop with Malone Unlimited

In plain, straightforward language, the workshop will walk you through what it means to get capital ready, how to know when to seek funding, what good capital looks like, what lenders truly look for when evaluating your business, and how to avoid bad loan terms.

Measured Angels Collective Kickoff

Join women investors and aspiring angels for the launch of the Measured Angels Collective, a community making early-stage investing more accessible, collaborative, and fun.

What's Next with Birmingham AI

Now comes our most ambitious project yet! Join our founders, leaders, and volunteers on Tuesday June 23rd at the Alabama Theatre as we bring together the innovators that are driving AI adoption in the Magic City and beyond.

Birmingham AI Breakouts

Part of Birmingham AI @ SlossTech 2026, June 24 to 26. Seats are limited, so reserve your spot and be part of Birmingham's AI community. No Sloss Tech ticket required.

Sloss.Tech/Ideas Southeast Pitch Competition

Sloss.Tech/Ideas powered by Regions Foundation is a platform for early-stage startups in the Southeast U.S. to present their groundbreaking solutions to investors and industry experts. 16 companies across 4 industry tracks will compete before a panel of investor judges for $135,000 in prizes – including a People's Choice Award chosen by YOU!

CREED WEEK: The Resource Room (Resource Fair)

Meet local organizations, lenders, ecosystem builders, and service providers supporting entrepreneurs across Birmingham.

Sloss.Tech on Tap X Startup Showcase

Immediately following Sloss.Tech/Ideas, join us at Innovation Depot for the opportunity to meet innovative founders and our pitch competition finalists. Expect dj beats, cold local brews, high vibes, and plenty of networking.

Access Granted Happy Hour

An informal gathering of founders, investors, and ecosystem builders. Come make new friends and continue the conversation.

Main Stage

Grab a seat, settle in, and join us for Day 2 kickoff on the Main Stage, and keynote from Talia Cotton.

First Round: Capital & Coffee

Drop in anytime between 10am and noon for coffee, conversation, and introductions. First Round is a casual come-and-go hosted by Bronze Valley, First Avenue Ventures, gener8tor, Halogen Ventures, and Malone Unlimited, and Measured Capital for founders who are building and investors who are paying attention. No agenda. No panels. just the right people in the same room. RSVP appreciated.

Tax Credit Lunch & Learn

Come grab a bite, settle in, and spend your lunch hour hearing practical ideas for making your money work in alignment with your values. Meet us at Prosper in downtown Birmingham to take a break from your workday and enjoy thoughtful conversation and community connection. We'll be discussing some really innovative tax credit programs that allow you to choose how your tax dollars are spent (and donate or invest without any extra money coming out of your pocket!)

Anatomy of a Deal: How Alabama Investors Are Actually Getting Deals Done

Think Alabama lacks venture capital? Think again. In this fast-paced session, founders and investors will break down real startup deals that happened right here in Alabama—from first meetings to diligence, negotiations, near-deal killers, and what ultimately got a term sheet signed. Through honest conversations between founders and the investors who backed them, attendees will gain a behind-the-scenes look at how deals actually happen in Alabama and why the state's investment landscape may be stronger than many realize.

Building Your Tech Career Without a Roadmap: Lessons from Non-Traditional Paths

Presented by Birmingham Women in Tech

Not everyone arrives in tech the same way... and that's exactly the point! This panel brings together technologists who took the scenic route: career changers, bootcamp graduates, self-taught developers, and professionals who pivoted from fields you wouldn't expect. Together they explore what it really takes to break in, build credibility, and grow when you didn't start with the traditional CS degree or straight-line resume. They'll share the moments of doubt, the unexpected advantages of coming from somewhere different, and the practical strategies that helped them find their footing and ultimately thrive. If you're still figuring out where you fit in tech - or you're a hiring manager rethinking what a great candidate looks like - this conversation is for you.

Navigating Leadership

Presented by Birmingham Women in Tech

A conversation about leadership, career growth, and navigating opportunities in the tech ecosystem.

Tech AND...

Presented by Malone Unlimited

A conversation exploring innovation beyond traditional tech startups and highlighting the entrepreneurs, industries, and organizations driving impact across the region.

The Mentorship Multiplier: Sponsorship, Advocacy, and the Relationships That Accelerate Careers

Presented by Birmingham Women in Tech

Everyone tells you to find a mentor. But what they don't always tell you is that mentorship alone isn't enough. In this conversation, we unpack the critical difference between mentors (who advise and guide) and sponsors (who open doors, say your name in rooms you're not in, and put their reputation behind yours). Drawing from their own career journeys, our speakers share how intentional mentoring relationships transformed their trajectories, what it takes to build and sustain those relationships, and why companies that invest in structured mentorship and sponsorship programs. These programs don't just retain talent... they build stronger, more innovative teams. Whether you're early in your career or leading an organization, you'll walk away with a new framework and concrete actions you can take this week.

CREED Week 2026: Tailgate

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Day 6 of CREED Week ends with a celebration you don't want to miss. The CREED Tailgate is a full afternoon of food, music, games, and good energy right outside our brand new location. Bring the family, bring your neighbors, and come ready to have a good time.