The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber’s Women’s Business Council (WBC) is a dynamic network of business owners committed to supporting business growth and leadership development. The Council promotes collaboration, mentorship, and connection to help members grow professionally and personally. Through shared experiences and meaningful engagement, the WBC provides valuable resources and opportunities that empower individuals to succeed in business and beyond.

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is responsible for providing healthcare to the military, veterans, and their families. The DHA oversees the Military Health System (MHS), which is one of the largest and most complex healthcare institutions in the world.

Birmingham has more to offer. Our commitment to help you locate expands from city to county to state.

Neighborhood Concepts, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that partners with local communities to create equitable housing, unlock economic opportunities, and empower neighborhood businesses through affordable financing and comprehensive support services.

State/County business privilege licenses are issued via the local county probate offices. The local county probate offices provide new licenses, renewals of licenses, transfers of licenses, copies of licenses, and any other changes to the license.

Bids | City of Madison is a comprehensive procurement portal managed by the City of Madison, Alabama, that streamlines the bidding, solicitation, and vendor management processes for the city's diverse range of projects and contracts.

ATN provides extensive workforce training, technical assistance, & engineering services to incumbent workers across the state in areas of Continuous Improvement, Environmental Health & Safety, Food Safety, Industrial Maintenance & Technology, and Leadership & Management Development.

Recognizing Excellence in Manufacturing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and APEX Accelerator are committed to helping small businesses thrive through comprehensive business counseling and training.

The SBA's Table of Size Standards defines the size thresholds, based on number of employees or annual receipts, that determine if a business qualifies as ""small"" for government programs and contracting. The size standards vary by industry and are periodically updated, with the latest revision taking effect in March 2023.

Alabama A&M University (AAMU) is a historically black university celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2025, dedicated to fostering academic excellence, community engagement, and cultural pride through diverse programs and events.

The National Space Club Huntsville is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in aerospace exploration and education, fostering connections between industry, government, and academia while providing scholarships and support for STEM initiatives.

The IRS provides a free online tool to help businesses, organizations, and some retirement trusts quickly obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) in minutes, which is required for managing taxes like hiring employees, paying sales/excise taxes, and administering certain trusts and plans.

The Huntsville Housing Authority (HHA) has created an initiative to spearhead the improvement of the number of childcare providers and the certified childcare professionals in the City of Huntsville. This project focuses on providing opportunities for HHA participants and residents to receive training and certifications in childcare. With these education opportunities, residents under the HHA umbrella and in surrounding areas will become certified childcare providers that will support existing providers or have to opportunity to create their own businesses to increase the number of providers in the area.

This program focuses on startups addressing innovative electrical and utility solutions.

The Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center (DMEC) is a non-profit organization that helps entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses in the Decatur-Morgan County area. DMEC offers a variety of resources and support services to help entrepreneurs succeed.

American Advertising Federation - North Alabama (AAFNA) educates our members and our market on the latest trends in advertising, marketing, and public relations. We host a variety of annual programs including Professional Development Lunches, Masterclass Workshops, a chance to give back with Public Service, AAFter Hours Socials, The American Advertising Awards, ...and more!

Measured Capital is a private real estate investment sponsor that takes a disciplined, long-term approach to acquiring and operating high-yield multifamily properties in select U.S. markets, partnering with a select group of sophisticated investors who share the firm's commitment to operational excellence and generating lasting, risk-adjusted returns.

Drake State Community & Technical College offers a wide range of Career Pathways Programs, including associate degrees, certificates, apprenticeships, and industry certifications, across high-demand fields to help students develop the skills and credentials needed for successful careers.

The Alabama EPSCoR NSF Funding Opportunities program supports scientific research and STEM education in the state through a variety of grant tracks, including infrastructure improvement, collaborative projects, broadening participation, and research fellowships. The program aims to enhance Alabama's research competitiveness and economic development.