Michelle Rose: One Mind, Program Coordinator

Michelle Rose is the Program Coordinator at One Mind, a non-profit organization focused on mental health advocacy. With a background in Psychology and Addiction Studies, Michelle began her career as an Executive Assistant, working with startup founders and CEOs. She now supports the One Mind Accelerator, a competitive program that aids early-stage startups focused on […]

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 […]

Sarah Huskey: Collins Aerospace, Project Manager of the Customer Experience Center

Sarah Huskey, a University of Alabama Business graduate pursuing her MBA at UAH, is the Project Manager of the Customer Experience Center (CEC) at Collins Aerospace, where she connects Redstone Arsenal, PEO Aviation, and the Army warfighter with advanced technology. Her attendance at Chamber of Commerce Events makes her a key figure in Huntsville’s business […]

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 […]

Kelly East: HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, Vice President for Educational Outreach

Kelly East is the Vice President for Educational Outreach at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. Kelly leads HudsonAlpha’s mission to foster a genomically-literate society and to inspire and train tomorrow’s bioscience workforce. More than 1.5 million students, educators, professionals, and community members are impacted by HudsonAlpha’s educational programs and resources each year. Prior to her […]

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 […]

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 […]

Michael Portera: Sequoia, Inc., Vice President of Cyber Solutions

Michael Portera is the VP of Cyber Solutions at Sequoia, Inc. A graduate of Auburn, Michael gained IT consulting experience in Atlanta before moving to Huntsville in 2013. He became a respected professional within the defense sector, offering critical cybersecurity services. In 2020, he founded a cybersecurity company, which he sold in 2023. Now in […]

Daniel Gilfrich: Guidehouse, Inc., Associate Director

Daniel Gilfrich is a transformational leader in federal construction consulting, bridging digital and physical transformations for the government in Huntsville. He excels in program management, master planning, and organizational change. His leadership in Huntsville brings diverse teams together to drive collaboration, innovation, and progress. He understands not just the mission and complexity of critical projects, […]

Toni Eberhart: Booz Allen Hamilton, Strategic Communications Consultant

Toni Eberhart is a Strategic Communications Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton, where she leads impactful initiatives that drive innovation and enhance communication strategies for government clients. Prior to joining Booz Allen, Toni held various leadership roles in manufacturing, commercial technology, and nonprofit organizations. She is passionate about fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through her work with […]