Elizabeth Feick promoted to Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer at ServisFirst Bank Huntsville

Elizabeth Feick has been promoted to Vice President, Commercial Banking Officer at ServisFirst Bank in Huntsville. Elizabeth began her career at ServisFirst Bank in October 2016 as an intern while attending the University of Alabama in Huntsville. She transitioned into a full-time credit analyst role and earned her MBA in 2018. In November 2021, she […]

Jonathan Ceci promoted to Assistant Relationship Manager and Banking Officer at ServisFirst Bank Huntsville

Jonathan Ceci has been promoted to the position of Assistant Relationship Manager and Banking Officer at ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. Jonathan joined the team as a Summer and Winter intern in 2022 while completing his studies at the University of Alabama. He graduated summa cum laude in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, […]

Advance Your Career with UAH’s New Tuition Discount

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has announced the launch of the Charger EDGE (Educational Discount for Graduate Excellence) program, which provides a 25% tuition discount for eligible new and returning graduate students. With more than 70 master’s degree and graduate certificate programs, UAH offers flexible scheduling options, including both on-campus and online classes, […]

Steelcase Foundation grant to bolster local education nonprofit’s expansion into Limestone County

Free 2 Teach has received a $30,000 grant from the Steelcase Foundation to support its expansion into Limestone County. The funding will assist the organization in extending its services to teachers and staff at 20 additional schools within Athens City Schools and Limestone County Schools. “The Steelcase Foundation proudly supports Free 2 Teach and its […]

Bank47 Brings Concierge Banking to Downtown Huntsville

Bank47 officially opened its new Church Street location on May 29, offering a fresh take on personalized financial service in the city’s evolving banking landscape. Located near government offices and businesses, the downtown headquarters positions the bank as a potential hub for relationship-driven banking in North Alabama. At the helm are CEO Hill Womble, President […]

#BoldFemaleEnergy: Seeking to help build community, confidence, and financial success

Sarah Smith has a talent for building community. At the outset of her career, Smith took an active role in creating a network of potential clients, colleagues, and mentors by extending personal invitations to meet over coffee or lunch. As Smith, a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley, came into her own, she wanted to create […]

11 North Alabama-based startups awarded supplemental funding

Innovate Alabama has awarded more than $3.3 million in SBIR/STTR supplemental grants to 20 small businesses across Alabama, empowering them to scale cutting-edge technologies and create jobs. Of the 20 grants awarded, 11 will benefit startups based in North Alabama.  The Innovate Alabama Supplemental Grant Program provides non-dilutive funding to companies that have previously received […]

Devastating SNAP and Medicaid Cuts Threaten Alabama Families

A recent briefing hosted by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) delivered a stark warning: the U.S. House’s proposed budget legislation could inflict severe damage on food assistance programs and Medicaid, pushing millions of Americans deeper into poverty and hardship. The virtual event brought together policy experts who highlighted how sweeping federal cuts, […]

Merit Bank Adds Familiar Faces to Leadership and Commercial Banking Team

Merit Bank has expanded its commercial banking teams with the addition of several experienced professionals. These strategic hires reflect the bank’s deep commitment to local leadership and relationship-based banking that supports the thriving business community across North Alabama. J.E.P. Buchanan joins as Senior Vice President. Entering his 35th year of banking in North Alabama, J.E.P. […]

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 […]