# Event Details - **Event Name**: Economic Development with the EDPA - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 11:30 am – Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Who’s Investing in Alabama and Why? Hear from The Alabama Business Intelligence Center at EDPAAbout this EventWho's Investing in Alabama, and Why?The Alabama Business Intelligence Center at EDPA Discusses Economic Development ActivityEver wonder which industries are eyeing Alabama for their next big investment, or how to make sense of project incentives? This presentation explores economic development projects nationwide, unpacking sector trends and offering a practical framework for weighing incentive dollars against the value they return to communities large and small.Jacob Lamb, Director of the Alabama Business Intelligence Center (AL Intel)Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Jacob Lamb is the Director of Research at the Alabama Business Intelligence Center. He is well-versed in quantitative economic research from his time as a Ph.D. student at Clemson University, where he studied industrial organization, public finance, and econometrics. In his role, he leverages his economics background to study company executives, analyze companies and their competitive positioning, and research market conditions for various industries.Jacob was most recently a graduate assistant in the John E. Walker Department of Economics at Clemson University. He was awarded the Tollison Fellowship by his department for his efforts teaching and research efforts.Jacob graduated with a B.S. in Economics from Auburn University, an M.A. in Economics from Clemson University, and in May 2023 with a Ph.D. in Economics from Clemson University. He is a member of the American Economic Association.Lauren Hyde, Executive Vice President & Executive Director, Alabama Business Intelligence Center (AL Intel)Lauren Hyde serves as the first Executive Director of the Alabama Business Intelligence Center (AL Intel), offering expertise through an investment lens, and as Executive Vice President of EDPA, ensuring connectivity between research and lead generation efforts. She is well-versed in public and private company analysis with work experience spanning economic and financial market research, private market due diligence, investment modeling, client-facing advising, and fund operations. Lauren was most recently a Senior Associate with EBSCO Capital.Lauren is a Samford University graduate and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation. Lauren enjoys golf, travel, and hiking with her husband (Foster) and daughters. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/birmingham/economic-development-with-the-edpa/100001995469224166 - **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, nonprofit, trekking, football - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: 1320 1st Ave S - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 15, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Birmingham - **state**: AL - **country**: United States - **location**: 1320 1st Ave S - **lat**: 33.5077176 - **long**: -86.8131513 - **full address**: 1320 1st Ave S, 1320 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Economic Development with the EDPA - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/18499bbe138bb9196ba3fac9590d567e52b6a67491a3a5ba20ffbc65ca3510bd-rimg-w1200-h452-dcf2f0ed-gmir.jpg?v=1785329555 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Economic Development with the EDPA being held? - **A:** Economic Development with the EDPA takes place on Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 11:30 am to Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 1320 1st Ave S, 1320 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Economic Development with the EDPA? - **A:** Economic Development with the EDPA is organized by Alabama Economics Club. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Economic Development with the EDPA is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Birmingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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