EDUCATION
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Helping young people on their path to education, personal growth, and social involvement.
Building homes through various USDA Rural Housing Program Initiatives. Direct Underwriting and First Time Homebuyer Programs. HUD Vouchers Acceptable.
Apprenticeship and OJT job training through 10-22 week cohorts and certifications in cybersecurity, database administration, software engineering, network and systems administration; and much more!
Providing career training in the utility sectors. High School or GED Acceptable.
The Smith Gruppe E3 CoE, we don't wait for change - we build it. Every day, we partner with bold-hearted leaders, visionary investors, compassionate volunteers, and purpose-driven organizations who believe in the unstoppable power of education, entrepreneurship, and economic development to rewrite the future of marginalized and underserved communities.
Now Is Your Moment!
Be the spark that lights opportunity. The hand that lifts potential. The force that fuels lasting, generational change and creation of wealth.
This Is More Than A Contribution - It's A Commitment To Legacy!
Join the Smith Gruppe's E3 CoE Model - and help drive a future where every community has the tools, access, and voice to thrive.
Effective March 5, 2025, Smith Gruppe and the SCABCD (South Central Alabama Broadband Cooperative District) has entered into a MOU (Memorandum Of Understanding) and Teaming Agreement for Smith Gruppe to support the SCABCD in its broadband initiatives by delivering its proprietary IEDC (Infrastructure Edge Data Center) Model to provide Network Operator capabilities to the SCABCD members and all community stakeyholders throughout the Cooperative District that covers 17 counties and multiple municipalities in South Central Alabama .
Smith Gruppe works very closely with K-12 and Higher Education Institutions to ensure compliant usage of AI in the education space. Educational institutions are invaluable stakeholders within the E3 CoE business model. Our proprietary LMS (Learning Management Systems) support our community partners in being to manage the AI implementation components of the educational process and experience.
Smith Gruppe acted as Industry Mentor to Nerrative, Inc., providing strategic guidance and working closely with the Founder and CEO to structure the company's AI and Machine Learning LLM (Large Language Model) development and Go-To-Market Strategy.
Smith Gruppe partnered with the Goler Community Development Corporation, a North Carolina non-profit organization, so that the Goler Community Development Corporation could secure a $500,000 county grant for Tech Careers workforce development program, run over three cohorts. Smith Gruppe's IEDC (Infrastructure Edge Data Center) provided the technology and LMS (Learning Management System) infrastructure for the program initiative, and the Software Engineering curriculum.
UPCOMING EVENT
TBD
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ONLINE/VIRTUAL
Join us for a transformative experience at the Digital Equity and Sustainability Conference, hosted by Smith Gruppe’s E3 CoE (Center of Excellence) in collaboration with the SCABCD (South Central Alabama Broadband Cooperative District). This event is your opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, collaboration, and impact—driving meaningful change in marginalized, underserved, and underrepresented communities.
Why Attend?
Empower Communities: Discover how education, economic development, and entrepreneurship can reshape futures and build sustainable communities.
Innovate Together: Explore cutting-edge technologies and strategies to bridge the digital divide.
Connect and Collaborate: Network with industry leaders, educators, policymakers, and social entrepreneurs who share a passion for creating equitable opportunities.
Drive Real Impact: Be part of actionable solutions that address systemic challenges and promote resilience.
What to Expect:
Inspiring Keynotes: Hear from visionary speakers leading the charge for digital equity and sustainability.
Engaging Panels and Workshops: Gain insights and skills to amplify your impact.
Collaborative Opportunities: Build alliances that drive lasting change.
Together, we’ll harness the power of innovation to empower individuals and communities to control their narratives and define their destinies. Let’s bridge the gap, break barriers, and build a future rooted in equity and sustainability.
Be part of the movement to eradicate progressive poverty. Be the "Difference Maker."