SCOTTSBORO – North Alabama’s “Shark Tank”-style competition is back and bigger than ever, Launch and Singing River Trail announced.
“We are excited to bring Launch Tank to Jackson County this year,” said Lydia Pennington, SRT Launch Tank co-chair and executive director of Tourism for the Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce in Jackson County. “This competition highlights the power of collaboration and connection, strengthening our region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem for years to come.”
Modeled after the hit television show, the Singing River Trail Launch Tank competition gives local entrepreneurs the opportunity to transform their innovative ideas into thriving businesses.
The 10 selected entrepreneurs represent a diverse range of industries and come from counties across North Alabama.
“This year, we received more applications than ever before,” said Misti Potter, executive director of Singing River Trail. “The level of creativity and innovation from North Alabama’s entrepreneurs is truly inspiring.
“We’re excited to help these finalists gain the funding, connections, and resources they need to succeed.”
The finalists:
- Bare Bottom Farms of Marshall County
- Beyond the Box Movement of DeKalb County
- EvaLux Electric Charging of Madison County
- Honeycomb by Haley of Morgan County
- Relax and Release Shampoo & Sleep Spa of Madison County
- See Produce of Madison County
- Starring Local of Jackson County
- The Broken Brush Art Studio of Limestone County
- Trinity’s of Athens of Limestone County
- Welcome Home magazine of Madison County
The finalists will take the stage April 23 at the Scottsboro Civic Center to pitch their small businesses in front of an audience and a panel of judges. They will compete for a share of $25,000, thanks to a partnership with Innovate Alabama.
The competition starts at 9 a.m. and admission is free. To attend the event, register here.
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