Category: LaunchBox
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Women’s Foundation of Alabama Partners with LaunchBox for Advancing Alabama Child Care Accelerator Program
The Women’s Foundation of Alabama (WFA) has partnered with the Athens State University LaunchBox for its Advancing Alabama Child Care Accelerator, a 12-week business training program designed to strengthen child care providers and expand access to high-quality care for working families. The Limestone County cohort, launching in May 2026, is part of WFA’s broader strategy…
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Innovate Alabama Awards LaunchBox $20,000 Grant
Innovate Alabama recently announced the second round of designees of the Innovate Alabama Network, a comprehensive resource to connect communities, nonprofits and higher education institutions across Alabama fostering innovation in their local footprint. LaunchBox, Athens State University’s new entrepreneurial center in downtown Athens, was included in the group of 62 designees. There are now 113…
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Tyler Jones Named Executive Director of LaunchBox
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Tyler Jones as the new Executive Director of LaunchBox. Jones is a third-generation, dynamic entrepreneur hailing from the heart of Decatur, Alabama, where his innovative spirit has thrived. Over a span of more than a decade, Tyler has spearheaded the creation of four successful ventures, each reflecting his…
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LaunchBox’s LeadUp: Leadership Training Program Registration Open for Fall Cohort
Athens State University’s LaunchBox invites you to strengthen your leadership skills and become a member of the fall cohort of its leadership development program, LeadUP: Leadership Training. This 10-week program is focused on helping entrepreneurs lead their small businesses, but is open to anyone who is interested in improving their leadership skills. The Fall Cohort…
