DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – Seven Wiregrass entrepreneurs have been selected to join the Fall 2025 cohort of the HudsonAlpha and Builders + Backers Idea Accelerator, a program aimed at helping local innovators turn ideas into action.
The participants are Alex Sorrells, David Mosley, Carnesha Bain, Orran Scruggs, Shalonda Biggers, James Currington III, and Robert Liljeberg. Each will spend 90 days exploring their concepts through mentoring, coursework, and potential access to up to $5,000 in Pebble Funds to test their ideas.
The program is designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs validate and grow their ventures without giving up ownership. Participants will also connect with a national network of builders to gain broader support.
“We are proud of the turnout from the Wiregrass for this cohort,” said Ann Carr, HudsonAlpha Wiregrass’ Economic Development Manager. “Their ideas reflect the creativity, drive, and entrepreneurial energy we’re working to foster across the region. This program gives them the tools to move from concept to action.”
The Idea Accelerator is part of HudsonAlpha’s ongoing effort to strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem. HudsonAlpha will also anchor the upcoming Wiregrass Innovation Center, a $35 million facility currently under construction in downtown Dothan, expected to open in early 2026.
Alongside the accelerator, HudsonAlpha Wiregrass continues work on initiatives such as agricultural research with local farmers, STEM education for schools, and technology-focused support for new founders.
