Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Announces 2025 Best Places to Work® Winners

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber revealed the 2025 winners of the annual Best Places to Work® Awards during a celebratory luncheon held on Tuesday in the VBC Saturn Ballroom. This year also marked the debut of a new award category recognizing companies that excel in supporting employee health and wellness. Winners are determined based on confidential […]

Cutting-Edge and Customer-Centric: Yard Robotics and the Future of Lawn Care

When Divya Thakur relocated from San Francisco to Huntsville in 2020, he didn’t yet know what would come next—but he knew he wanted to build something meaningful. A veteran of the robotics industry and former Director of Product Engineering at Cruise, Thakur brought with him an impressive résumé and an entrepreneurial spirit. What he hadn’t […]

UAH Huntsville Showcase prepares students for career success

For students preparing to enter the workforce, navigating the transition from academia to a professional career can feel daunting. But on Friday, March 21, participants in the UAH Huntsville Showcase walked away with more than just career advice—they gained a deeper understanding of how to adapt, build connections, and carve out their own paths in […]

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. […]

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 […]

Seven leadership styles to utilize in 2025

Managing a team or running an organization is no easy task. Understanding the different functions and approaches to leadership, however, can help.  It is worth noting that most leaders combine several styles of leadership or will rely on different approaches at different times to solve complex challenges.  Conflict can occur when management relies heavily on […]

North Alabama’s “Shark Tank” competition is back!

Do you have a big idea that you would love to bring to life? Launch and Singing River Trail have announced that applications for the fourth annual Singing River Trail Launch Tank competition are now open.  The competition, modeled after the hit television series “Shark Tank,” allows local entrepreneurs the chance to turn their unique […]

Matt Curtis Real Estate celebrates $2 Billion in closings

Matt Curtis Real Estate has surpassed $2 billion in total closings.  Reaching this milestone situates the team among the nation’s top real estate companies and further solidifies its leadership in the Huntsville market.  “We are incredibly proud to reach $2 billion in closings—a testament to the trust and confidence our clients place in us every […]

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 […]

Huntsville ASmartPlace® College Career Fair: Happening Tomorrow!

Do you have a college student home for the holidays?  Encourage them to make the most of their break by attending the 2nd annual Huntsville ASmartPlace® College Career Fair tomorrow, December 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. The event, which is hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, will take place at The Atrium at Redstone […]