Arlee Holmes: INTUITIVE, Vice President of Operations & Communications

Arlee Holmes, Vice President of Operations and Communications at INTUITIVE, is a transformative leader driving operational excellence and strategic communications. She oversees organizational structure, processes, and engagement initiatives that strengthen culture and enable sustainable growth. Since joining INTUITIVE in 2013, Arlee has advanced through key roles in corporate relations and communications leadership. Under her guidance, […]

Success cubed: System Studies and Simulation receives NAITA 2026 Global Trade Award

Seeing the opportunities of a global market, Huntsville-based System Studies and Simulation established S3 International to complement and expand its services overseas. As recognition of S3’s work on the international stage, the North Alabama International Trade Association awarded the company with the annual NAITA Global Trade Award.  The award was presented by NAITA President Daryl […]

Christopher Lindsey: Boeing, Technical Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Christopher Lindsey is a Technical Lead Manufacturing Engineer at Boeing, where he leads a team of engineers and drives manufacturing excellence. A native of Lineville, he is passionate about mentorship, leadership, and community impact. Christopher is an active member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated & The National Society of Black Engineers and a recipient […]

Sasha Irby: Cvent, Lead Customer Success Manager

Dr. Sasha Irby is a Lead Customer Success Manager and civic leader committed to advancing opportunity in Huntsville and Madison County. She serves on the Advisory Council and Advocacy Committee for Habitat for Humanity, representing homeowners in local and federal policy discussions, and has traveled to Capitol Hill twice to advocate for affordable housing. She […]

Community invited to ‘Pack the Patrol Car’ at After School Bash

A summer tradition focused on supporting local educators returns June 6 as the After School Bash brings the community together for an evening of family fun, entertainment and school supply donations for Huntsville-area classrooms. The event, hosted by the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), Huntsville Parks & Recreation and Free 2 Teach, will take place from […]

Foster Gregory: Morris, King, & Hodge P.C., Associate Attorney

Foster Gregory is a North Alabama, Shoals area, native. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Alabama, and his juris doctorate from Emory University School of Law. Throughout his legal education, he was uniquely exposed to many of the diverse aspects of the justice system while working positions with entities such as […]

Margaret McDonald: Making a Renewed Self Counseling Services, Owner and Licensed Professional Counselor

Margaret McDonald is a Licensed Professional Counselor serving the Huntsville and Madison communities, bringing over 17 years of clinical experience. As the founder and owner of M.A.R.S. Counseling Services, she supports children, adolescents, adults, and families by creating safe and compassionate spaces for growth and healing. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University […]

Chris Allen: Story Financial Partners, Huntsville Market President | Senior Managing Director

Chris Allen began his banking career after earning a B.S. in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contract Management from Athens State University. After two years in retail banking, he transitioned to commercial banking in 2015 and has spent 11 years developing and managing a large commercial client portfolio. He joined Story Financial Partners in 2025, leading the […]

Antoinette Hawthorne: Alabama State Black Chamber of Commerce, Chief Administrative Officer

Antoinette Hawthorne is an entrepreneur, strategist, and advocate for economic empowerment across Alabama. As Chief Administrative Officer of the Alabama State Black Chamber of Commerce and Regional Manager for the Huntsville Metro Black Chamber of Commerce, she coordinates programs leading statewide initiatives supporting hundreds of small businesses, equipping entrepreneurs with resources for innovation, digital readiness, […]

Blue Origin Expands Huntsville Operations, Adding 100+ Jobs to Support Thruster Production

Blue Origin recently announced plans to add more than 100 jobs in the Huntsville area to support its growing presence in Alabama’s aerospace economy. The new positions will support the company’s thruster production. Blue Origin has now grown from an initial commitment of approximately 300 jobs to well over 1,600 employees building the future of […]