Stretch Zone joins the NALA Health & Wellness Alliance
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2025 GAUGE Report Reveals Keys to GovCon Performance and Resilience
Unanet, the leading provider of ERP and CRM solutions for government contractors (GovCons), and CohnReznick LLP have released the 2025 GAUGE Report revealing timely insights into how GovCons are improving resource planning and program execution, as well as utilization metrics, to stay competitive in today's dynamic federal contracting market. "When we team up to publish the GAUGE Report, the GovCon industry pays attention because it's grounded in real data from over 1,200 of their peers," said Unanet Vice
Kasey Helms Joins First Horizon Bank’s Huntsville Private Banking Team
Huntsville, AL – First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN or “First Horizon” is pleased to announce that Kasey Helms has joined the Company as Senior Vice President, Private Client Relationship Manager. With 11 years in the banking industry, Kasey brings a wealth of experience managing relationships with high-net-worth clients. She is committed to providing a personalized service that effectively supports clients achieving their financial goals. "We are thrilled to have Kasey Helms join our First Horizon
Polaris Sensor Technologies Receives 2025 NAITA Global Trade Award
HUNTSVILLE, AL, June 11, 2025 – The North Alabama International Trade Association (NAITA) is pleased to announce that Huntsville-based Polaris Sensor Technologies received the 2025 NAITA Global Trade Award at NAITA’s 42nd Annual World Trade Day Luncheon Celebration. Founded in 2003 in Huntsville, Alabama, Polaris Sensor Technologies, leads the industry in custom optical systems. They develop advanced optical systems for military and commercial applications including target detection, tracking, environmental
BailorGroup Returns to NFL Alumni Charity Golf Classic, Combining Bold Conversations with a Mission That’s Personal
Bailor Group, the Huntsville, AL based nationally recognized consultancy known for scaling companies through transformational growth strategies, proudly returned for the sixth consecutive year as a sponsor of the NFL Alumni Charity Golf Classic, benefiting Caring for Kids through the American Cancer Society. For BailorGroup CEO Sonya Bailor, the mission isn’t just meaningful—it’s personal.“I didn’t need a reason to support this. I already had one. And he calls me ‘Mom,’” said Bailor, referencing her
ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Announces Promotion of Three Team Members
Rachel Guthrie, Elizabeth Feick, and Jonathan Ceci Promoted HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Guthrie to Vice President, Credit Officer; Elizabeth Feick to Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer; and Jonathan Ceci to Assistant Relationship Manager and Banking Officer. “Rachel, Elizabeth, and Jonathan each bring a great mix of drive, integrity, and dedication to their roles,” states Andy Kattos,
2025 Edition of Chambers USA Ranks 168 Bradley Attorneys and 56 Practice Areas
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (June 6, 2025) – The 2025 edition of Chambers USA has ranked a total of 168 attorneys and 56 practice areas from Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. This includes seven of the firm’s practice areas that are ranked nationally, as well as 14 attorneys who earned nationwide rankings. In the 2025 guide, Bradley earned a new nationwide practice ranking for Privacy & Data Security: Healthcare. The firm’s Government Contracts Practice Group was also elevated from the nationwide “Highly Regarded”
2025 Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Industry Report
In a year of unprecedented change, the 2025 Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Industry Report is the essential guide you need to stay ahead of the curve! Celebrating its 16th year, the Clarity report offers exclusive market trends, detailed insights and benchmark data based on responses from nearly 900 of your GovCon peers. Some common themes that emerged this year include: a focus on comprehensive strategic planning, greater proactive cost management, and an emphasis on leveraging technology to
Bradley Launches International Arbitration Team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (May 21, 2025) – Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP has launched an International Arbitration team focused on representing clients globally in international commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. Jennifer Morrison Ersin, counsel in the firm’s Jackson, Mississippi and Washington, D.C. offices and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), along with Washington, D.C. partner Douglas L. Patin and Birmingham partner Carly Miller, will co-lead the team of more than 20
Huntsville GovCon Decisive Intelligence Streamlines Operations with Unanet
Unanet, the leading provider of project-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) for the government contracting (GovCon) industry, today announced that Decisive Intelligence (Decisive Intel) has selected Unanet ERP GovCon to simplify and enhance its business operations while acting as a catalyst to help the firm drive growth. "As we continue to grow and pursue new contracts, it became necessary for us to have a modern ERP solution that would provide deep
Mauldin & Jenkins Rises to No. 65 on Accounting Today’s 2025 Top 100 Firms List
Mauldin & Jenkins, a leading assurance, tax, consulting and advisory firm, is proud to announce it has climbed three spots to No. 65 on Accounting Today’s prestigious Top 100 Firms list. This achievement reflects the firm’s sustained growth and continued success, marked by a 15% increase in revenue and an impressive 11% expansion in staff over the past year. These indicators not only demonstrate the firm’s strong financial performance and efforts to attract top talent, but also reinforce its standing as
SS&L Architects Ranked #1 Best Place to Work in Architecture in the U.S.
MONTGOMERY, AL — SS&L Architects has been named the #1 Best Place to Work in Architecture in the United States by Best Companies Group, an independent research firm specializing in workplace culture assessments. The firm was also recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Alabama, a significant achievement for a small business competing against companies from all industries in the state. These prestigious awards were based on an anonymous survey conducted by Best Companies Group in August 2024, in
Unanet Acquires Software Firm Contraqer to Help Huntsville GovCons Identify and Win More Business
Dulles, VA, February 20, 2025 – Unanet, the leading provider of project-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) solutions for the government contracting (GovCon) industry, today announced it has acquired Contraqer, a leading provider of market intelligence and procurement software for GovCons. With Contraqer, Unanet adds to its robust growth suite of solutions that help Huntstville and GovCons nationwide identify, solicit, manage, and win more
Bradley Launches Defense & National Security Team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 19, 2025) – Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce the launch of the Defense & National Security team, formed to address the heightened compliance challenges, scrutiny, legal risks and opportunities for growth for businesses in the defense and technology sectors, as well as assist companies involved in cross-border transactions. Jack Harrington, partner and a former Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA), will lead the team comprised of firm attorneys with knowledge and
Bradley Adds Largest First-Year Class with 51 Attorneys, Including Two in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that the firm added its largest first-year class, which includes two Huntsville attorneys among the 49 associates and two staff attorneys. Overall, Bradley added 117 new attorneys to the firm in 2024 and now has more than 700 attorneys across its 13 offices. “Each year, one of our firm’s overarching goals continues to be strategic growth and this includes adding talented young attorneys across a variety of practices. This group
Xpect Solutions Acquires GovDefender, Expanding Capabilities to Deliver Digital Transformation Solutions for Federal Law Enforcement
FAIRFAX, VA – January 7, 2025 – Xpect Solutions, a premier systems integrator with over 20 years of experience delivering advanced technology solutions to federal agencies, and a NewSpring Holdings Platform Company, today announced the acquisition of GovDefender, a highly regarded leader in digital transformation, systems modernization, and enterprise IT web, mobile and application development. This strategic acquisition enhances Xpect Solutions’ ability to provide comprehensive, innovative, and secure
ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Announces New Private Banking Manager: Huntsville Native, Lisa Bryan, Promoted to Private Banking Manager
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is pleased to announce the promotion of Lisa Bryan as Private Banking Manager for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “I’m proud to announce Lisa Bryan’s promotion to Private Banking Manager in Huntsville,” states Andy Kattos, Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Since joining ServisFirst Bank, Lisa has brought a wealth of experience in financial services, already making a positive impact on the Bank. This
