Building Better Businesses in Birmingham, One Cohort at a Time
Running a small business can feel like carrying a hundred different responsibilities at once. You're making decisions, solving problems, leading a team, serving customers, and trying to figure out what's next—all while keeping the day-to-day moving. That's why we...
8 Perfect Conference Rooms/Event Spaces in The Magic City
Are you and your company looking for the perfect professional meeting space that meets all your needs? Look no further! Here is your guide to finding the meeting and event space of your dreams. With more than 75 meeting spaces in Birmingham, finding one that...
Why Coworking Spaces Are a Game-Changer for Small Business Owners
Starting and running a small business often begins at home — at the kitchen table, a spare bedroom, or the corner of a coffee shop. While those spaces work at first, many entrepreneurs eventually realize they need something more structured and professional. ...that’s...
The Businesses of the Birmingham Small Business Accelerator
In January 2026, we launched the first-ever cohort of the Birmingham Small Business Accelerator. We are incredibly grateful to have 10 Birmingham-based small businesses participating in this program and committing to intentional growth together. Over the course of...
Introducing the Birmingham Small Business Accelerator
A 12-Week Program to Strengthen, Focus, and Grow Your Business Small businesses are the backbone of Birmingham — and at Forge, we see every day how much passion, grit, and creativity go into running one. But we also know the truth many business owners feel and...
Forge Staff Spotlight: Hannah LaFavor
Meet Forge's New Operations and Hospitality Coordinator: Hannah LaFavor! Tell us a little bit about yourself: "Hi! My name is Hannah LaFavor and I am so excited to be working at Forge. I am originally from Augusta, Georgia, moved to Fort Worth, Texas for...
Why Local Businesses Choose Forge for Their Meetings
When it’s time to gather your team, meet with a client, or host a workshop, the space you choose makes all the difference. Forge has become a go-to meeting destination for Birmingham’s business community — and for good reason. A Space That Fits Every Type of Meeting...
Member Spotlight: Glenny Brock
Meet Forge Member, Glenny Brock! Glenny is the Project Consultant for The Lincoln Theatre In addition to your job title, tell us a little bit about what you do: "The renovation of the Lincoln Theatre is the first major initiative of The Holland Project, a nonprofit...
10 Reasons Forge is the Ultimate HQ for Your Hybrid Team
The workplace has changed — and so have your team’s needs. Gone are the days of one central office and daily commutes. Today’s best companies are building hybrid teams: flexible, distributed, and empowered to work wherever they thrive. But even remote-friendly teams...
What Makes Forge the Place to Work (According to Our Members)
At Forge, we believe the best way to understand what makes our coworking space special is to hear it directly from the people who use it every day. From entrepreneurs to creatives, remote workers to small teams, our members choose Forge for all kinds of...
Member Spotlight: Austin Carle
The Forge staff is happy to introduce you to Austin Carle, Video Production Manager at Easton Film Co! Tell us a little bit about what you do/your company does. "We are a video production company that specializes in weddings. I oversee all video...
Staff Member Spotlight: Kenzi Mayberry
Meet Forge's Operations and Hospitality Coordinator, Kenzi Mayberry! Tell us a little bit about yourself! "I am LaKenzise Mayberry! My friends call me Kenzi. With a bachelor's degree in social work, and a master's degree in public administration, I have...