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
Calhoun Launches New Facility Connecting Art and STEM Career Readiness
With excitement and pride in its ongoing mission to innovate workforce development, Calhoun Community College officially cut the ribbon today on its newest instructional site, the STEAM Imagination Center, a cutting edge training facility that blends science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics under one roof. Located in downtown Decatur, just steps from the Alabama Center for the Arts and minutes from Calhoun’s main campus, the newly renovated two story building is a reimagined version of the
ServisFirst Bank: 20 Years of Purpose-Driven Growth and Client-Centered Excellence
BIRMINGHAM, Al. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is marking their 20th year since opening in May 2005 with a continued commitment to their mission of placing excellent customer service first. The Birmingham-based bank continues to operate with a strong disciplined approach to expansion and growth, efficient operations, and hiring the best bankers in their markets all contributing to their earned reputation for financial strength and personalized service. With
From Self-Doubt to Service: A Calhoun Student’s Powerful Journey to Purpose
For Giovanni Santiano, the journey to becoming a nurse was about much more than earning a degree. It was about finding purpose, proving something to himself, and turning his struggles into strength. This Thursday at 4 p.m., Giovanni will proudly walk across the stage at Calhoun Community College’s commencement ceremony, held at the Propst Arena in the Von Braun Center. He will graduate with a degree in Nursing, celebrating a milestone that once felt out of reach for a young man who once questioned if he
Calhoun Partners with Alabama DHR to Offer Summer Employment Opportunities for Local Youth
Calhoun Community College, in collaboration with the Alabama Community College System and the Department of Human Resources (DHR), is proud to announce its continued participation in the DHR Summer Youth Program, offering exciting paid summer employment opportunities for local youth. From June 1 to July 31, participants can work up to 20 hours per week and earn up to $12 per hour. This is Calhoun’s second consecutive year participating in the program, following a successful inaugural year in 2024. Building
Calhoun Community College Kicks Off 2025 Graduation Activities
Text Edit As the academic year draws to a close, Calhoun Community College is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of its students during the 2025 commencement season. This year’s graduation ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Propst Arena inside the Von Braun Center (VBC) in downtown Huntsville. For those unable to attend in person, the event will be livestreamed on the college’s homepage at www.calhoun.edu. According to the college’s Office of
ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Announces New Assistant Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is pleased to announce the addition of Jacob Abbott as Assistant Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “We are thrilled to have Jacob Abbott join our team in Huntsville,” said Andy Kattos, Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “His experience and commitment to the community make him a great fit for our culture and a great resource for our clients.” Jacob Abbott,
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
VBC Releases 50th Anniversary Book
Huntsville, Ala. – The Von Braun Center (VBC), North Alabama’s most iconic entertainment and event venue, released an archival book in celebration of its 50th anniversary. “Since 1975, the VBC has created a legacy that is unparalleled in the community,” commented VBC Executive Director Steve Maples. “It is an icon, a pillar of Huntsville and North Alabama, and there is truly no other organization or business like the VBC in the region which is why we knew this historic milestone was the perfect
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
