Abby Souffrant: A&L Business Solutions, Inc., Lead B2G Strategist

Abby Souffrant is a powerhouse in government contracting, transforming how small businesses secure multi-million-dollar opportunities.  As Lead B2G Strategist at A&L Business Solutions, she has guided over 600 business owners nationwide through federal, state, and local procurement processes. Within just 45 days of launching her company, Abby secured eight government contracts. Her expertise extends beyond […]

Bank Independent Promotes Malania Nesbitt to Senior Vice President – Chief Credit Officer

Bank Independent has promoted Malania Nesbitt to Senior Vice President – Chief Credit Officer. In this role, she will continue to lead the Credit Administration Department and report to Preuit Mauldin, Executive Vice President of Credit Administration. Nesbitt joined Bank Independent in 1994 and has held multiple leadership positions within the organization. She serves on […]

Bank Independent Names Stacy Suggs Executive Vice President — Chief Risk Officer

Bank Independent has appointed Stacy Suggs as Executive Vice President — Chief Risk Officer. In this role, she will be responsible for overseeing a range of risk-related functions, including Credit Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Internal and External Audits.  Suggs has been with Bank Independent since 1988 and previously served as Chief Operations Officer. Her […]

Bank Independent’s Hallie Mauldin Appointed Culture and Engagement Officer

Bank Independent has appointed Hallie Mauldin as its Culture and Engagement Officer, a newly created position focused on team member engagement and organizational culture. Mauldin will lead initiatives that enhance team member experience and engagement across the organization. She most recently served as Community Engagement Officer and has been instrumental in advancing college partnerships, career […]

Kaki Morrow: Huntsville Botanical Garden, Director of Corporate & Government Relations

As the Director of Corporate and Government Relations at Huntsville Botanical Garden, Kaki Morrow believes in building meaningful partnerships that strengthen both the Garden and the greater Huntsville community. A dedicated advocate for local businesses and organizations, she is passionate about creating connections that foster growth and opportunity.  Beyond her professional role, she is an […]

Stephen Gunter: Savant Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Stephen Gunter is an advisor and shareholder at Savant Wealth Management. He has been involved in financial planning since 2011 and holds a BS in economics from Samford University and a MS in financial planning from the University of Georgia. He’s a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional as well as a Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC®). […]

HPD and Free 2 Teach to Host After School Bash to Support Teachers

The Huntsville Police Department and local nonprofit Free 2 Teach have announced plans for a major summer event—the After School Bash, scheduled for Saturday, June 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Big Spring Park. Designed as a celebration of educators and students, the Bash also serves a deeper purpose: collecting vital school supplies for […]

Pamela Bass: Virtuous Realty Global, CEO and Founder

Pamela Jackson Bass is a visionary leader dedicated to empowering others through business and community impact. As CEO of Virtuous Realty Group, a thriving real estate and property management firm, and CRJ Financial, a financial literacy company, she helps individuals build wealth and financial stability. She also serves as CFO of 4D Communications, a commercial […]

Dr. Jennifer Cole: UAH, Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Affairs & Senior Woman Administrator

Dr. Jennifer Cole is an experienced higher education practitioner specializing in intercollegiate athletics, student-athlete wellness, and academic affairs. Currently serving as the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Affairs and Senior Woman Administrator at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Dr. Cole has over a decade of experience in athletics administration, compliance, and health care. She […]

Matthew Young: M.H. Young & Associates, LLC, Founding Shareholder

Matthew H. Young, CPA is the Founding Shareholder at M.H. Young & Associates, LLC, where he specializes in tax planning and compliance for corporations and high net worth families in the North Alabama market, bringing over 12 years of experience to his role. He received both his Bachelors and Masters in Accountancy from Auburn University.  […]