EDUCATION
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
UPCOMING EVENTS
SMITH GRUPPE TEAMS WITH THE SCABCD
Effective March 5, 2025, Smith Gruppe and the SCABCD (South Central Alabama Broadband Cooperative District) has entered into a MOU (Memorandum Of Understanding) and Teaming Agreement for Smith Gruppe to support the SCABCD in its broadband initiatives by delivering its proprietary IEDC (Infrastructure Edge Data Center) Model to provide Network Operator capabilities to the SCABCD members and all community stakeyholders throughout the Cooperative District that covers 17 counties and multiple municipalities in South Central Alabama .
UPCOMING EVENT
DIGITAL EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY CONFERENCE
DATE:
TBD
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LOCATION:
ONLINE/VIRTUAL
Join us for a transformative experience at the Digital Equity and Sustainability Conference, hosted by Smith Gruppe’s E3 CoE (Center of Excellence) in collaboration with the SCABCD (South Central Alabama Broadband Cooperative District). This event is your opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, collaboration, and impact—driving meaningful change in marginalized, underserved, and underrepresented communities.
Why Attend?
Empower Communities: Discover how education, economic development, and entrepreneurship can reshape futures and build sustainable communities.
Innovate Together: Explore cutting-edge technologies and strategies to bridge the digital divide.
Connect and Collaborate: Network with industry leaders, educators, policymakers, and social entrepreneurs who share a passion for creating equitable opportunities.
Drive Real Impact: Be part of actionable solutions that address systemic challenges and promote resilience.
What to Expect:
Inspiring Keynotes: Hear from visionary speakers leading the charge for digital equity and sustainability.
Engaging Panels and Workshops: Gain insights and skills to amplify your impact.
Collaborative Opportunities: Build alliances that drive lasting change.
Together, we’ll harness the power of innovation to empower individuals and communities to control their narratives and define their destinies. Let’s bridge the gap, break barriers, and build a future rooted in equity and sustainability.
Be part of the movement to eradicate progressive poverty. Be the "Difference Maker."
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
FALL ACCELERATOR COHORTS
The event is a continuation of high-level Business StartUp Blueprint program.
The scope of the congress topics:
- SMB Business Climate Changes
- Smith Gruppe IEDC New Location Announcments,
- Rural Business Accelerator Programs,