Dr. Sarah Sharman, PhD, was recently promoted to HudsonAlpha’s Research Communications Manager after starting as a Science Writer. She is co-host of the Institute’s “Tiny Expeditions” podcast and author of our “Everyday DNA blog.” She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology from Birmingham Southern College in 2012. She then went on to […]
Ryan Blaylock is a Tax Manager at Warren Averett, where he specializes in tax planning for corporations, individuals, and partnerships, bringing over 13 years of experience to his role. He received his Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration in 2008 from the University of Alabama. For five years, he served as treasurer of […]
Michelle Epling is the current President and CEO of the City of Madison Chamber of Commerce. She received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing from Auburn University. Michelle is deeply active in her North Alabama community and volunteers at a variety of organizations. She is a part of the Women’s Economic Development […]
With 10+ years experience in the entertainment industry, Olivia oversees marketing and PR strategy at tvg Hospitality for The Orion Amphitheater, which has been recognized with nominations and awards from Billboard, IEBA, Pollstar, and AAF North Alabama. She splits time between her residence in Nashville and hometown of Huntsville, AL. She received her Bachelor of […]
Mica Rice is a project manager with SAIC serving the Aviation & Missile Center on Redstone Arsenal. Mica is a Huntsville native, graduate of Lee High School. She received her Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Alabama in Huntsville in 2012. Currently, Mica is working on a Masters in Public Administration from […]
Laken is currently Vice President of Business Affairs at LSINC, where she has worked for nearly a decade. During her time at the company, Laken has helped facilitate LSINC’s expansion locally and globally, with Huntsville-made equipment from LSINC now residing with customers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Poland, Germany, and the United Arab Emirates […]
Kobi is a local entrepreneur and the small business owner of F45 Training. She is a graduate of the University of South Alabama, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Marketing in 2017. Prior to turning 28, Kobi won two Shark Tank style pitch competitions, became a franchisee, and successfully owned and operated said […]
Kenita Simmons is a 16-year veteran of BAE Systems, a global defense, aerospace and security company. Kenita develops next-generation technology for warfighters. She is a member of the National Society of Black Engineers, the Society of Women Engineers, the Women in Aerospace organization, and a member of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. During her […]
Justin McDonald is the Director of Quality and Safety at COLSA Corporation located in Huntsville, AL. He started his career soon after graduating from Mississippi State University in 2008 with his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology. Additionally, Justin started McDonald Consulting Solutions, LLC, which focuses on assisting companies with developing their Quality Management System […]
Justin is a North Alabama native that recently moved back to Huntsville after 17 years in various roles around the Southeast. Currently, Justin is the Director of Operations at Carter Express in Huntsville leading roughly 180 employees. He received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Supply Chain Management from Auburn University in 2011. […]
