A Conversation with Steve Whitman of All Needz Rental Center

For years, Steve Whitman built a career in the environmental industry, working in different parts of the country before realizing that financial success didn’t always equal happiness. Though he was making good money, the industry no longer excited him. At 35 years old, he made a life-changing decision to return home to North Alabama and […]

Sit Down With Success: A conversation with architect Jim Norton

With a career spanning over 30 years and nearly 1,000 projects to his name, Huntsville architect Jim Norton has built a reputation for thoughtful, high-quality design. Originally from Cookeville, Tenn., Norton specializes in both residential and commercial architecture, with a portfolio that includes everything from playhouses and office buildings to churches and custom homes. He […]

Connecting in the Rocket City: 10 Huntsville professional networking groups to check out

Huntsville’s thriving business community makes it an excellent place for anyone looking to expand their network. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, corporate leader, working parent, or a newcomer to the area, connecting with the right people can open doors to new opportunities, collaborations, and growth.  Fortunately, the Rocket City is home to various networking groups tailored […]

Frontier Technology Inc. (FTI) appoints Jose Hidalgo to CEO

Frontier Technology Inc. (FTI), a leading provider of mission-tailored technology, deep data expertise and services for the U.S. Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and other agencies of the Federal Government, has announced the promotion of Jose Hidalgo to CEO. The announcement was made by Ron Shroder, FTI’s longtime CEO and Chairman of the Board, who […]

Felicia D. Wilson: A legacy of service in culinary arts and hospitality management

Interview by Carolyn Stephenson Photo provided by Felicia Wilson Felicia D. Wilson’s remarkable 55-year career in the culinary arts and hospitality industry has left an indelible mark on both Alabama A&M University (AAMU) and Aramark. Born in South Pittsburgh, Tennessee, and raised in a military family, Felicia’s early exposure to diverse cultures ignited a lifelong passion for service. […]

Navigating business challenges: The benefits of insights from experts

Article and image contributed by Veronica Cram.  As a business owner, the journey often feels like a solitary trek. You may wrestle with decisions about which service line to grow, worry about high overhead costs, or deliberate over hiring new employees. The weight of these decisions can leave you feeling isolated, with no clear path […]

From History to Innovation: The Rise of Black Entrepreneurs in Huntsville

Huntsville, Alabama, may be synonymous with rocket science and space exploration, but beyond its technological reputation lies a story of resilient African American entrepreneurs whose contributions to the city’s growth are as groundbreaking as the innovations that brought Huntsville into the global spotlight.  For decades, Huntsville’s Black business owners have not only shaped the city’s […]

Ambrosia Patterson named Huntsville Practice and Strategy Lead for Accenture Federal Services

Ambrosia Patterson joins Accenture Federal Services as the Huntsville Practice and Strategy Lead, part of the company’s Justice & Security Sector. Previously, Patterson served as the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Huntsville Change and Transition Program Manager, helping to relocate critical functions out of the National Capital Region and reconstitute them at Redstone Arsenal.  Patterson worked […]

Techs and the City: Unveiling a vision for the next decade in Huntsville

Photo: gener8tor Old and young techies alike gathered on a cold Tuesday night at The Camp in MidCity to socialize during happy hour before a panel of local business heavyweights talked shop. The occasion was the inaugural “Techs and the City’’—a play on the title of a popular cable television series—and was subtitled “Huntsville and […]

Small Business Spotlight: A conversation with Brian Robinson

For Brian Robinson, coaching is more than a career. It’s a calling. “Coaching is the best job I’ve ever done,” said Robinson, a veteran and former cyber security specialist who turned his passion for helping others succeed into a career as a certified success and business coach. Originally from Lynchburg, Va., Robinson grew up in […]