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
Calhoun's Back to The Roots Jazz Concert Brings Delfeayo Marsalis And The Uptown Jazz Orchestra to Decatur
Get ready to experience the electrifying rhythms and soul-stirring sounds of New Orleans jazz as Calhoun Community College proudly presents the Back to the Roots Jazz Festival featuring internationally acclaimed trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra. This free event will take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, beginning at 11 a.m., with an unforgettable finale concert at 7 p.m. The Marsalis family is legendary in the jazz world, and Delfeayo continues to uphold their rich musical
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
Kim and Larry Lewis Selected as Small Business Person of the Year for Alabama by U.S. Small Business Administration
Awardees from across the United States will be honored during National Small Business Week in Washington, D.C. Huntsville, AL – Ahead of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the 2025 nationally recognized Small Business Person of the Year award winners from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Kim and Larry Lewis, owners of PROJECTXYZ, INC., were selected as the Alabama Small Business Persons of the Year. "Larry and I are
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EOD Gear Joins National Armament Consortium (NAC) to Drive Tactical Innovation in Defense & Government Contracting
Franklin, TN – March 10, 2025 – EOD Gear, a premier provider of explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), tactical, and defense solutions, proudly announces its official membership in the National Armament Consortium (NAC). This strategic move strengthens EOD Gear’s position as a trusted partner for U.S. military, law enforcement, and government agencies seeking cutting-edge solutions for mission-critical operations. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a GSA Contract Holder, EOD Gear
ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Announces New Assistant Vice President
Michael Bishop Promoted to Assistant Vice President HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is pleased to announce the promotion of Michael Bishop as Assistant Vice President for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Michael has been one of the highest-performing bankers in our Huntsville market, so this promotion is well deserved,” states Andy Kattos, Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Michael joined our company in 2022 and brought over a decade
Robins & Morton Begins Work on $150 Million Vertical Expansion at Huntsville Hospital Madison Street Tower
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (March 10, 2025) – Construction firm Robins & Morton has begun work on the $150 million vertical expansion at Huntsville Hospital Madison Street Tower in Huntsville, Alabama. The 5-story, 154,000-square-foot project will add 120 beds as well as a cardiothoracic intensive care unit, a neuro intensive care unit for neurosurgical and stroke patients, three floors of new acute medical space, and a new and improved emergency department vehicle entrance. “Expanding the Madison Street
Calhoun Warhawks Basketball Makes History: Men's Team Advances to First ACCC Tournament, Women Earn Third Straight Bid
History is in the making for Calhoun Community College’s basketball teams! For the first time since its return in 2022, the Calhoun men’s basketball team has earned a spot in the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Division 1 Tournament, marking a major milestone for the program. Meanwhile, the Calhoun Lady Warhawks basketball team is making their third consecutive tournament appearance, proving their continued dominance on the court. The tournament, which features the top six teams in the
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
