Adyre Mason: The Veggie, Executive Chef and Owner

Chef Adyre Mason has impacted the local food scene by making vegan food part of the culinary conversation. She’s originally from Sheffield, Alabama and a graduate of UAH. After losing her mother, Sarah, she left her job as a Systems Engineer on Redstone Arsenal and invested in herself to start The Veggie. The Veggie is […]

Huntsville Tourism Summit Unveils Bold Vision for Outdoor Access, Lodging, and Engagement

At this year’s Annual Huntsville Tourism Summit, local leaders, tourism professionals, and national experts shared a clear message: Huntsville is transforming into a destination where natural beauty, active lifestyles, and thoughtful infrastructure come together. From multi-use greenways to a growing hotel pipeline to a new nature discovery center in the works, the summit revealed a […]

Bhagyesha Darji: NAI Chase Commercial, Sales & Leasing Specialist

Bhagyesha Darji, a Huntsville native, is a Commercial Real Estate Agent at NAI Chase Commercial. Raised by hardworking immigrant parents, she witnessed firsthand the dedication required to build successful businesses. From an early age, she was involved in every aspect—site selection, construction, operations, and sales—giving her a deep understanding of running a business from top […]

Matt Reynolds: Krebs Engineering, Senior Associate

Matt Reynolds, PE, was born and raised in the Huntsville/Madison County community and is currently employed as a Senior Associate at Krebs Engineering, Inc., an Alabama-based small business established in 1926. He manages the Huntsville office in Providence Town Center, bringing expertise in water and wastewater design engineering, master planning, and construction administration. Outside of […]

Jackson Fite: Fite Building Company, Senior Project Manager

Jackson Fite leads the multifamily and student housing group at Fite Building Company and manages the company’s Huntsville office. He takes a hands-on approach to leadership, focusing on problem-solving, teamwork, and keeping projects on track. Jackson is committed to building strong relationships and making sure clients have an excellent experience from start to finish. He […]

Steel, Safety, and the Stakes of Progress: RNGD Celebrates Milestone Amid Rising OSHA Concerns

In a ceremony both celebratory and symbolic, RNGD contractors placed the final steel beam atop the Lewter District development on Tuesday, marking a key milestone in one of Huntsville’s most anticipated mixed-use projects. But as the beam was raised into the spring sky, the moment also underscored the broader conversation unfolding at the national level—about […]

Matt Curtis Real Estate Celebrates 8,000 Homes Sold

Matt Curtis Real Estate has announced the sale of its 8,000th home. This extraordinary milestone reflects the team’s continued leadership in the Huntsville and North Alabama real estate market. “We’re honored and humbled to celebrate 8,000 homes sold,” said Matt Curtis, Founder and President of Matt Curtis Real Estate. “This milestone is a direct reflection […]

Vincent Farrell: U.S. Army Materiel Command, Assistant Executive Officer to the Command Counsel

Vince Farrell, a Huntsville resident and Enterprise, AL native, is the Assistant Executive Officer to the U.S. Army Materiel Command’s Command Counsel. A dedicated father and husband, Vince’s paralegal career began in the U.S. Army in 2010, followed by rapid advancement at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), culminating as the Senior Paralegal. He […]

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. […]

William Ming: Ming Commercial Real Estate Group, Principal and Qualifying Broker

William Ming lives in Athens, Alabama, where his family business, Ming Commercial Real Estate Group, is based. He earned his undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Alabama in 2013 as a scholarship athlete and member of the football team, winning three national championships under Coach Nick Saban. At Ming CRE Group, William manages […]