One of the South’s biggest tech conferences is happening in Alabama, June 24-26

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Alabama’s innovation economy is growing fast—and this summer, one of the South’s premier tech conferences is returning to showcase exactly why the state is becoming a serious player in the industry.

From June 24-26, Sloss Tech will bring more than 1,400 founders, developers, investors, creatives and industry leaders to Birmingham for three days of networking, startup conversations and future-focused programming. Read on for everything you need to know, including interesting guest speakers, what to expect and how to secure your tickets.

Sloss Tech’s innovation mission in Alabama

Sloss Tech is hosted by TechBirmingham in partnership with Innovate Alabama, helping put Alabama on the map as a growing destination for tech and entrepreneurship.

Held in downtown Birmingham, the conference has grown into a major regional event that attracts attendees from across Alabama and beyond—connecting people working in technology, business, entrepreneurship and innovation throughout the Southeast.

The conference is designed for:

• Founders looking to meet investors, customers + collaborators
• Business + community leaders focused on growing innovation across the South
• Developers + engineers wanting deeper technical content through Sloss.Tech/Dev in partnership with BASE (Birmingham Area Software Enthusiasts)
• Students + early-career professionals exploring opportunities through Next In Tech

Big-name speakers are heading to Birmingham for Sloss Tech

This year’s lineup includes nationally known leaders in tech, branding and entrepreneurship, including some names you’ve definitely heard before.

Featured speakers include:

• Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia
• Everette Taylor, CEO of Kickstarter and one of Time Magazine’s emerging business leaders
• Talia Cotton, founder of Cotton, whose agency works with brands like OpenAI + Microsoft
• Amanda Sabreah, a strategic advisor known for helping brands and founders stand out in crowded industries

3 days of panels + parties across downtown Birmingham

One of the best perks about Sloss Tech is that it doesn’t stay inside one building all day long. The event spreads across downtown Birmingham with keynote sessions, networking events and social experiences that make the city itself feel part of the conference.

Over the three days, you can expect:

• Sloss.Tech/Ideas Pitch Competition presented by Regions Foundation 
• Startup Showcase
• Alabama HQ
• Main stage programming at the historic Lyric Theatre
• Outdoor experiences with Innovate Alabama
• Sloss Tech Sounds
• Sloss Tech Recess
• Founder & Funder Lounge
• Sloss Tech DEV

Click here for more info + a daily agenda. 

Get tickets for Sloss Tech in Birmingham, June 24-26

• Where: Various locations in downtown Birmingham, like the Lyric Theatre, McWane Center + Sloss Furnaces
• When: Wednesday, June 24 — Friday, June 26 
• Register + buy tickets
  • General ticket: $319
  • VIP ticket: $549 
  • Dev ticket: $119 (Developer-focused programming at the McWane Center from the morning of Thursday, June 26-Friday, June 27)
• Dress code: Sloss Tech has a creative, laid-back energy, so expect everything from blazers + sneakers to jeans. Since you’ll likely be walking between venues and standing throughout the day, comfortable shoes are definitely the move.

Ready to dive into Alabama’s tech and innovation scene? Get your tickets now for June 24-26 in Birmingham.

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