Huntsville Business Journal Welcomes Dr. John Kvach as Contributing Writer

We are beyond excited to welcome our new contributing writer Dr. John Kvach to the Huntsville Business Journal. Kvach moved to Huntsville in 2008 after receiving his PhD in Southern History at the University of Tennessee. He taught at the University of Alabama in Huntsville as an Associate Professor for ten years before leaving.  Kvach […]

Employee Appreciation Day is Coming: Are You Prepared?

This Friday, March 4, is Employee Appreciation Day. This day is meant to highlight and honor the hard work that employees invest in their jobs–even small efforts can make a big difference in employee retention.  According to Dennis Consorte, Small Business Consultant and Expert at Digital.com, making employees feel appreciated gives them a reason to […]

7th Annual Entrepreneur Awards: A True Testament of the Entrepreneurial Spirit

Each year, the Catalyst hosts its Entrepreneur Awards in partnership with Innovate Huntsville and as the grand conclusion to Innovate Huntsville Week.  Thanks to the pandemic, last year’s Entrepreneur Awards were presented virtually. The Catalyst successfully navigated the challenges in a way that seemed almost effortless. CEO Lisa Davis Mays and her dream team of […]

On Grief and Success: Huntsville Small Business Owner LaTasha Allison of HopeE Notary Gives Back

Born and raised in Huntsville, HopeE Notary founder LaTasha Allison provides an example of the blending of enterprise and community-mindedness found in the local community.  Allison found herself at a low point in her life following the death of her mother from kidney disease. “When you’re going through that type of grief you need something […]

Rapid Growth Brings Expansion of HudsonAlpha Executive Leadership

Since its inception, HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology has enjoyed immense success with rapid economic growth and groundbreaking strides in genomic and life science research.  HudsonAlpha and its resident companies co-located on its biotech campus in Cummings Research Park have continued to expand their footprint in multiple sectors across the biosciences, including research, testing and medical […]

First Community Mortgage Announces New Vice President and Mortgage Originator

In a recent announcement, First Community Mortgage (FCM) named Tracy Flesch as the company’s newest Vice President and Mortgage Originator.  Prior to working with FCM, Flesch graduated from Iowa State University and spent some time working as a sportscaster. Much of what he learned from these past experiences helped shape how he works with clients […]

NAI Chase Commercial Executive Named Chair for 2022 Candidate Guidance Committee for Alabama CCIM Chapter

NAI Chase Commercial recently announced that Douglas McCullough, Executive Vice President of Brokerage, has been named Alabama’s Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Chair for the 2022 Candidate Guidance Committee.  Douglas attended the University of Alabama between 1969-1972, studying Business Management and Marketing. After graduating, he spent nearly 22 years working with property leasing, disposition, and […]

Sit Down With Success: Mark Spencer of Avilution

Huntsville has long been a key player in the development of the aerospace industry with a strong focus on innovation and cutting-edge technologies. At one time known as the “Watercress Capital of the World,” Huntsville and Madison County have evolved into a vibrant tech hub fondly known as the Rocket City, thanks in large part […]

Neil deGrasse Tyson prepares astronomy talk for Rocket City

American astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson takes on the Orion Amphitheater stage on June 8 in association with the U.S. Space and Rocket Center.  Tyson plans to bring his long running series, “This Just In: The Latest Discoveries of the Universe,” to Huntsville, discussing the most significant space findings from the last two years.  Tyson, a […]

Small Business Spotlight: Blue Summit Supplies Bringing a Personal Touch to Local Buisnesses

Huntsville officially became Alabama’s most populous city in 2021. In order to accommodate this rapid growth over the last few years, countless companies have started, expanded or relocated within the city. And in order for them to accommodate Huntsville’s ever growing population, someone has to accommodate the needs of these newfound business entities. That’s where […]