Levi Barnes is the Founder and Owner of Luxe Home Painting, a Huntsville-based residential and commercial painting company recognized for excellence and rapid growth. Since launching in 2021, Levi has doubled revenue annually while building a brand known for craftsmanship, integrity, and five-star client experiences. He has been named Best Painting Contractor in Huntsville for […]
Torian Blackburn serves as the Partnerships and Community Engagement Manager for The Orion Amphitheater, where she leads initiatives that build meaningful relationships between the venue and the community it serves. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from the University of Montevallo and a Master of Business Administration from Alabama A&M University. Torian […]
Bethany Blake is COO and Co-Founder of biotech startup, Valor Scientific, where she leads operations and commercialization. She specializes in data-driven project management and organizational development. Bethany brings nearly two decades of diverse professional experience spanning finance, residential services, research operations, and biotechnology, in which she learned hands-on how to build organizations from the ground […]
Vic is invested in his community through his commitment to the Huntsville Heart Walk, and he is a strategic leader in construction and development through his work serving some of the largest U.S. defense contractors. In his role as a Project Manager at COPT Defense Properties, he delivers highly specialized, mission‑critical facilities that enable the […]
A lifelong Huntsville resident, Lauren Chenoweth graduated from Huntsville High School in 2008 and earned her BA from The University of Alabama in 2012 before returning home to begin her career. Through service and social clubs, she developed a strong foundation in servant leadership, which she brings to her role as Executive Director of Merrimack, […]
Luke Gantt, CPFA®, CRPC™, is a Huntsville native and University of Mississippi graduate with a degree in Managerial Finance. He lives in Huntsville with his wife, Brittany, and their two daughters. Since 2020, Luke has served as a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he works with business owners, executives, and physicians on […]
Scott Crosby is Business Manager for Turner Construction Company’s Huntsville office, where he leads business strategy, operations, and long-range planning. Since joining Turner in 2012, he has advanced through progressive leadership roles supporting complex healthcare, federal, and institutional projects. He previously led preconstruction for a Huntsville business unit that generated more than $677 million in […]
Cline Thompson leads event operations efforts across multiple sports and venues in Huntsville. He brings a dynamic blend of sports leadership with a legal and military background, and is responsible for growing a vital piece of tourism in the city. He also served as Vice President at Knight-Eady where he oversaw Huntsville operations and played […]
Desi Maness is a dedicated community and business engagement professional committed to strengthening relationships and fostering growth within her community. Through strategic planning, partnership development, and thoughtful leadership, she helps connect business leaders, organizations, and stakeholders to meaningful opportunities. Known for her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit, Desi is passionate about […]
Tim Busby is a Senior Project Manager at Robins & Morton, leading customer service, business development, and project management for the firm’s Huntsville office. During his 14-year tenure, he has contributed to 16 projects across healthcare, government, and commercial sectors totaling nearly $700 million. He also develops strategic growth plans for the Huntsville office, oversees […]
