John Hearne Joins First Horizon’s Huntsville Private Banking Team
Huntsville, AL – January 7, 2026 – First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) is pleased to announce that John Hearne has joined the bank as Senior Vice President, Senior Private Client Relationship Manager. He will be based in the Madison office and serve the greater Huntsville area. Hearne has an extensive background in lending, private banking and wealth management, with 20 years of financial experience at Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, Raymond James and, most recently, Pivot Capital Partners, where he helped
Bradley Announces New Practice Group Leadership Appointments
Pictured: Bradley partner and Intellectual Property Practice group leader Ryan J. Letson BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Jan. 7, 2026) – Bradley is pleased to announce new leadership appointments in four of its practice groups: Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights, Corporate & Securities, Intellectual Property, and Tax. The new practice group leaders are: James Blake Bailey – Bankruptcy & Creditors’ RightsDanny Feltham – Corporate & SecuritiesRyan J. Letson – Intellectual PropertyWill T. Thistle, II – Tax “We are
Local Financial Advisor Shares Step-by-Step Guide to Retirement Readiness
As retirement planning becomes increasingly important for today’s workforce, local financial advisor Turner Wilson is urging community members to evaluate their readiness and plan ahead using a structured, comprehensive approach. Referencing insights from Thrivent’s article “Am I Ready to Retire? A Step-by-Step Retirement Readiness Guide,” Wilson highlights key markers that help individuals and families assess whether they’re prepared to retire comfortably. The guide helps answer questions such
Mauldin & Jenkins Recognized as a 2025 Best Company to Work For in Alabama
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Mauldin & Jenkins, is honored to announce it has been named as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama for 2025. This annual program, now in its 14th year, is a distinguished recognition created by Business Alabama magazine and Best Companies Group. The survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in Alabama, celebrating those who benefit the state's economy, workforce, and businesses. The exclusive annual list is
Local Financial Advisor Highlights Key Strategies for Balancing Today’s Priorities With Tomorrow’s Goals
As individuals and families navigate rising costs, major life milestones, and long-term financial uncertainty, local financial advisor Turner Wilson is encouraging the community to take a more intentional approach to managing money in both the short and long term. Drawing on insights from Thrivent’s recent article “Balancing Today’s Priorities With Tomorrow’s Goals,” Wilson emphasizes that one of the most effective ways to stay financially confident is to separate goals into three categories: short-term
76 Bradley Attorneys Selected to 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers or Mid-South Rising Stars Lists
76 Bradley Attorneys Selected to 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers or Mid-South Rising Stars Lists BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Nov. 20, 2025) – Bradley is proud to share that the 2025 edition of Mid-South Super Lawyers has included 76 Bradley attorneys to the 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers or Mid-South Rising Stars lists. Mid-South Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys in Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee. In addition, Huntsville, Alabama-based Bradley partner Kimberly B. Martin has been named to the 2025
Unanet Introduces Champ AI™: The Natural-Language Copilot for GovCon and AEC Firms
Unanet, the leader in AI-first ERP and growth software for project-based businesses, today announced Champ AI™, the natural-language copilot for GovCon and AEC firms. Built as a multi-agent intelligence platform, Champ AI™ helps organizations unify and access data across their systems, automate multi-step tasks, and receive role-aware guidance in the flow of work. A nod to Unanet's annual Champions conference for customers, Champ AI™ embodies that same spirit of partnership and performance. Acting as
Bradley Earns 35 National Rankings and 273 Metropolitan Rankings in 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms
Firm Recognized with 15 Tier 1 National Rankings and 190 Tier 1 Metropolitan Rankings BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Nov. 6, 2025) – Bradley has earned 15 national Tier 1 rankings and 190 metropolitan Tier 1 rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®. In total, the firm earned 35 national rankings and 273 metropolitan rankings in the newly released annual guide that identifies firms known for quality, specialized knowledge and commitment to excellence. The firm has also been named the 2026 “Law Firm of the
16 Bradley Attorneys in Huntsville Recognized in 2026 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America or Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Five Bradley Huntsville Attorneys Honored as ‘Lawyer of the Year’ HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Aug. 21, 2025) – Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that 422 of the firm’s attorneys are recognized in the 2026 Best Lawyers lists. This includes 321 attorneys recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and 101 attorneys listed in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. In addition, 34 Bradley attorneys are named 2026 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in
Unanet Once Again Lands on Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies
For the eighth year in a row, Unanet, the leading provider of project-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) software for the government contracting (GovCon) and architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries, has earned a spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This award reflects Unanet’s continued momentum and the rising adoption of its modern, purpose-built solutions as more businesses upgrade
Trump Nominates Bradley Partner Hal Mooty to Serve as Federal Judge in Alabama
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Aug. 14, 2025) – Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that President Donald J. Trump has nominated Harold D. Mooty III, a partner in the firm’s Huntsville office, to serve as a judge on the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. “We congratulate Hal on being tapped to serve as a federal judge with the U.S. District Court,” said Bradley Chairman of the Board and Managing Partner Jonathan M. Skeeters. “Hal is a tremendous litigator who has
Cody Smith to Lead SS&L Architects' North Alabama, Tennessee Markets
HUNTSVILLE, AL — SS&L Architects is pleased to announce that Cody Smith has transitioned from our Montgomery office to Huntsville, where he will lead our firm’s efforts across the North Alabama and Tennessee markets. A 2017 graduate of Mississippi State University, Cody earned the Undergraduate Research Award for his academic work and quickly set a standard for early career achievement. In 2023, he received the Alabama Council of the AIA’s Young Architect Award—the highest honor for an emerging architect
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
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
