IDEA Empowerment Series turns local ideas into opportunities for impact in the community

The IDEA Bank's Empowerment Series and Competition, sponsored by the Regions Foundation, is making an impact on the Troy community.

The IDEA Bank's Empowerment Series and Competition, sponsored by the Regions Foundation, is making an impact on the Troy community.

What began as an idea to give children entering foster care something better than a trash bag to carry their belongings has grown into a broader effort to provide support, dignity and hope to foster children and families across Pike County.

For Amanda Johnson, that journey reached a milestone when Fostering Hope was named the…

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IDEA Bank Youth Entrepreneurship Academy expands statewide reach

Academy students learned from experts around the region.

Academy students learned from experts around the region.

What began as a small, competitive summer camp for six high school students in 2022 has grown into a statewide entrepreneurship experience designed to help Alabama youth develop confidence, creativity and business skills.

The Troy University IDEA Bank’s 2026 Youth Entrepreneurship Academy welcomed 22 students in grades six through 12, including students from communities across…

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IDEA Bank launches “Just Start” Youth Entrepreneurship Academy for aspiring young innovators

IDEA Bank's Entrepreneurship Academy kicks off in downtown Troy.

IDEA Bank's Entrepreneurship Academy kicks off in downtown Troy.

More than 20 aspiring entrepreneurs from across the region are spending the week at Troy University’s IDEA Bank learning what it takes to turn an idea into a successful business through the “Just Start” Youth Entrepreneurship Academy.

The hands-on academy, which began this week, is designed for students in grades 6-12 and recent high school…

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Collegiate Incubator Program looking for new student entrepreneurs for office space in the IDEA Bank

Applications are available for student-led small businesses for space in the IDEA Bank.

Applications are available for student-led small businesses for space in the IDEA Bank.

The IDEA Bank Membership Collegiate Incubator Program has space for one student entrepreneur to develop and grow their business over 2026-2027 academic year.

“This is a unique opportunity to build, grow and scale your venture with personalized support every step of the way,” said IDEA Bank Director Lynne George.

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‘Just Start’ Youth Entrepreneurship Academy registration is now open

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IDEA Empowerment Series & Competition application deadline is March 20 with $10,000 up for grabs for the best idea for Pike County

IDEA Empowerment Series & Competition application deadline is March 20 with $10,000 up for grabs for the best idea for Pike County

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Sorrell College students claims top prize in the Business IDEA Competition for ‘Trojan Tailgate’

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