ServisFirst Bank Huntsville announces new First Vice President

HUNTSVILLE, AL – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), has announced the promotion of Margaret Riethmaier to First Vice President, Regional Branch Officer for the ServisFirst Bank Huntsville region. “As First Vice President, Regional Branch Officer, Margaret Riethmaier will play a pivotal role in the continued success and growth of ServisFirst Bank,” states Andy Kattos, […]

Huntsville-Madison County Chamber launches “Smart Careers” initiative to fast-track job seekers

In a move to bolster workforce development, the Huntsville-Madison County Chamber is expanding its ASmartPlace.com initiative. This extension, known as “Smart Careers,” aims to accelerate the careers of job seekers interested in four specific industries: Advanced Manufacturing, Information Technology, Construction, and Healthcare. This innovative approach caters to individuals who may not have the time, opportunity, […]

Small Business Spotlight: Talking faith and business with South Huntsville’s Mission Driven Research

The mission of Mission Driven Research (MDR) is quite clear, although it’s a little bit of a play on words. Incorporated in 2011 by four friends who attended church together, Mission Driven Research is exactly what the name states. It’s a team of 50 or so professionals providing technical services to the federal government driven […]

ServisFirst Bank Huntsville announces new Vice President

HUNTSVILLE, AL – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), announced the promotion of Kasey Helms to First Vice President, Private Banking Officer for the ServisFirst Bank Huntsville region. “We are fortunate to have Kasey be a part of the ServisFirst Bank Huntsville team,” states Andy Kattos, Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Her commitment to […]

Sit Down With Success, Legacy Edition: A Conversation with David Raby of STI Electronics

Cover image credit: Steve Babin Talk to David Raby about his business STI Electronics, and he’s quick to point out that his dad, the late Jim D. Raby, P.E., was the brains behind the operation. David Raby, along with his parents Jim D. and Ellen Raby, founded STI Electronics in 1982 in San Dimas, Calif., […]

UAH director selected for 2023 Order of Prometheus Hall of Fame award in recognition of sustained uncrewed mission support

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Dr. Virginia “Suzy” Young, director of the Research Institute at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of the University of Alabama System, has been elected to the 2023 Hall of Fame under the Order of Prometheus by the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Pathfinder Chapter. Established in 2022, this […]

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing announces important leadership change for North Alabama

MADISON, AL — Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) will say good-bye next month to a founding member of its Leadership Steering Committee, Senior Vice President Janette Hostettler. Hostettler served as Vice President of Manufacturing since MTM’s start in 2018, before being promoted to SVP in 2022.  Hostettler started her career with Toyota in 2000 at Toyota […]

Huntsville local reflects on five decades of defense industry experience

At 87 years old, Bill Clayton has earned 25 patents, the most recent of which was awarded this year, graduated at the top of his class from Yale in 1958, owned his own business, survived two bouts of cancer, and co-founded GATR Technologies with Paul Gierow, who he’d worked with for many years prior. When […]

WEDC recognizes five local women, raises funds supporting women’s higher education

On September 21, the Women’s Economic Development Council (WEDC) hosted its 22nd Women Honoring Women event, which recognized five honorees, acknowledged WEDC Foundation scholarship recipients, celebrated organization growth, and raised funds for the next round of scholarships. WEDC’s 2023 honorees were Alka Khanijow Bhargov, Marie C. Newberry, Dr. Teneshia Daniels, Dr. Beth B. Richardson, and […]

NP Strategy grows in Alabama with new seasoned PR professional

NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, added a third team member in its three growing Alabama offices. Hannah Hite, a seasoned public relations and branding professional, joined NP Strategy in its Birmingham office as the firm continues its bold strategic plan for growth in the Alabama market.   […]