Experts discuss state of marketing industry during the 2024 Design Week Panel

On Thursday, April 18, The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHS) hosted a Career Panel in concert with Design Week Huntsville and the American Advertising Fellowship of North Alabama.  Four design industry experts spoke to a crowd of students and public relations and marketing professionals. The panel […]

USAF veteran serves veteran-owned businesses through cost reduction

Following his service in the U.S. Airforce (USAF), Shawn Cooper, CEO of Cooper Financial Group (CFG), turned his attention to pursuing an advanced education, eventually beginning a new career in cost reduction for other veteran-owned businesses. Having ended his career as a heavy equipment operator for the USAF in 2005, Cooper set his focus on […]

Two former UAH Hockey players unite to help small business growth in Huntsville

Lucas Bahn and Joshua Corrow have founded an eponymous consulting firm, Bahn & Corrow, in Huntsville.  Bahn and Corrow, who both played hockey for UAH, met in 2020.  Corrow told the Huntsville Business Journal that the two teammates developed a strong friendship and soon discovered that they shared common values and goals.  “We both have […]

Spier Wines announces transatlantic partnership with local group to bring South African flavors to Alabama

Cover image: Steve Babin Photography  Spier Wines, a historic name in South Africa’s winemaking heritage, has announced an exciting collaboration with local-favorite restaurateurs and hospitality group, Church Street Family. Together, they are set to introduce two new wine collections – Naledi and The Saltress – to American wine enthusiasts, marking a significant transatlantic partnership. Established […]

Regional startup gener8tor announces 5 Huntsville companies selected for gBETA

HUNTSVILLE, AL – gener8tor, a Wisconsin-based startup accelerator, unveiled the roster for its Spring 2024 gBETA cohorts. The selection comprises fifteen startups from various industries The chosen startups are spread across Huntsville, Birmingham, and Mobile, reflecting the state’s diverse innovation hubs. gBETA Gulf Coast in Mobile welcomed AI Ops, VB Ideas, Sensor Easy, Aspect Aerospace, […]

National trend towards sustainable fashion takes root in Huntsville businesses

The concept of sustainable fashion has grown in popularity in recent years, as U.S. consumers have become more aware of the environmental and human costs of fast fashion.  In stark contrast to fast fashion, sustainable fashion prioritizes worker well-being, environmental consciousness, and waste reduction.  Secondhand shopping is one way that shoppers can reap the benefits […]

Launch Tank competition returns to North Alabama, offering entrepreneurs $25,000 funding opportunity

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Entrepreneurs in North Alabama have a chance to turn their business dreams into reality as Launch, in collaboration with Singing River Trail, officially opens applications for the third annual Launch Tank competition. Set to unfold at the Space Camp Operations Center located within the US Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL, […]

Applications now open for Madison Chamber’s 2024 Best in Biz Awards

Applications are now open for the Madison Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Best in Business Awards. This  annual event, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the local business community, will take place on April 19 at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s new Space Camp Operations Center from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  The awards ceremony, set […]

Sit Down With Success: A conversation with Alison Brown of Cabana Wax

Six years ago, Mobile-native Alison Brown was working in Huntsville as a lawyer, specializing in business litigation. She enjoyed working with small businesses at the law firm so much that she decided to open a business of her own and one that Huntsville didn’t have: a Brazilian wax studio. In 2018, Brown left law behind […]

Event Publishing announces 2023 Best of Huntsville winners

We have the winners! You, our readers, voted for your favorite businesses to represent the Best of Huntsville for the year of 2023. With 110,837 votes tallied, we have compiled our readers’ choice. All of the businesses nominated for the Best of Huntsville 2023 are winners in our book! To view the full list of […]