Chris Allen began his banking career after earning a B.S. in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contract Management from Athens State University. After two years in retail banking, he transitioned to commercial banking in 2015 and has spent 11 years developing and managing a large commercial client portfolio. He joined Story Financial Partners in 2025, leading the […]
Antoinette Hawthorne is an entrepreneur, strategist, and advocate for economic empowerment across Alabama. As Chief Administrative Officer of the Alabama State Black Chamber of Commerce and Regional Manager for the Huntsville Metro Black Chamber of Commerce, she coordinates programs leading statewide initiatives supporting hundreds of small businesses, equipping entrepreneurs with resources for innovation, digital readiness, […]
Leslie Watts is a seasoned banking professional with two decades of experience in the banking industry. Currently, she serves as a Private Banking Relationship Manager at Merit Bank where she leverages her expertise to build strong client relationships and provide tailored financial solutions. Leslie is committed to serving her community. She actively serves as a […]
The founder of the University of Georgia’s College of Engineering has been named president of the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Dr. Donald Leo, who served as the first permanent dean of UGA’s engineering school, will be the 11th president of UAH. His appointment was announced Wednesday during a special called meeting of the University […]
In the next phase for one of Huntsville’s most acclaimed culinary destinations, ChurchStreet Family Hospitality has named Chef Abner Hernandez as executive chef of its flagship restaurant Purveyor. “I’m incredibly honored and excited to step into the role of executive chef at Purveyor,” Hernandez said. “It means a great deal to be part of a […]
Fathia Hardy, PMP, is a workforce development professional with over a decade of experience in leadership training, instructional design, program development, and project management. A certified Project Management Professional (PMP)®, she serves as a Specialist, Instructional Designer with Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM), where she designs and delivers training that strengthens leadership capability, communication, and organizational […]
WellStone, a mental health services provider in North Alabama, has opened its first location in Madison. Open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., the Madison campus is located at 9238 Madison Boulevard, Suite 900. The new location serves adults 19 and older. Programs include individual, group, and intensive outpatient therapy (IOP) for […]
Jillian Miles Massey, a Talent Development Consultant at Horizon Point Consulting, works across higher education, industry, and nonprofit leadership. She previously served on the faculty at Auburn University and now teaches as an Adjunct Instructor at Athens State University. With expertise in management, human resources, entrepreneurship, and organizational development, she partners with organizations to strengthen […]
Lynsey Staggs is a 29 year old serial entrepreneur. After growing a retail and record store for eight years, she now focuses her time on real estate and growing her new venture – a yoga business. For Lynsey, community is everything. Fostering a connection to people through wellness is an important part of who she […]
Michael Clark is the Owner, Director, and Instructor at The Dance Factor in Huntsville, AL. Certified through Dance Educators of America, he began training at age five and has competed, choreographed, and taught regionally. After earning a marketing degree from the University of Alabama, Michael combined his passion for dance with community service, founding Kathy’s […]
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