Alabama
Economics Club
Alabama's chapter of the National Association for Business Economics
Where economics meets insight in Birmingham, Alabama
About Us
Part of the National Association for Business Economists (NABE), we're a diverse group of academics and professionals with a common interest in economics. We meet regularly in and around Birmingham for food, networking, and the opportunity to learn from some of the top minds in business and higher education.
Our Mission
To foster understanding of economic issues and promote professional development through networking, education, and dialogue among business economists in Alabama.
NABE Affiliation
As a chapter of the National Association for Business Economics, we connect local professionals to a national network of economic thought leaders.
Contact us:
alabamaeconclub@gmail.comAI in the Real World: What Economists Need to Know
Brandon Stewart will provide an insider's view on how organizations are adopting AI. AI investment is projected to hit $2.5 trillion globally in 2026, yet 84% of companies haven't redesigned how they work around it. Brandon Stewart, Partner at Caravan, draws on firsthand experience training small groups inside companies to separate the signal from the noise.
Past Events & Speakers
A legacy of learning from top minds in business and economics
A Look at the Markets with Brandon Thurber
Brandon Thurber
📍 UAB Collat School of Business
Lunch and Economic Outlook at the Birmingham Fed
📍 Birmingham Fed
Lunch with David Zell
David Zell
📍 Birmingham, AL
Capitalism and The Law, with Michael DeBow
Michael DeBow
📍 Birmingham, AL
Lunch at UAB with Vulcan Materials
📍 UAB
The Future of AI with David Powell
David Powell
📍 Birmingham, AL
Leadership
Dedicated professionals driving economic dialogue in Alabama
Anoop Mishra
President
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta — Birmingham Branch
Liucija Smaizyte Wright, CFP®, CPWA®
Vice President
Morgan Stanley — SteelCrest Wealth Management Group
Jay Herndon
Treasurer
Regions Financial Corporation
Chip Kalousek, CFA
Board Member
Savant Wealth Management
Gene Fuller
Board Member
REMTECH, Inc.
Russell Douglas
Board Member
Jim Curtis
Board Member
Join Our Community
Connect with Birmingham's leading economic minds and stay informed on the issues shaping our region and nation.
Network
Connect with professionals and academics who share your passion for economics
Learn
Hear from distinguished speakers and thought leaders in business and economics
NABE Access
Join a national network of business economists and access exclusive resources
Ready to Get Involved?
Membership is open to all professionals and students interested in economics. Most events are free and open to the public.
Get In Touch
We'd love to hear from you
Contact Information
Birmingham, Alabama