Tag Archive for: City of Huntsville

Brandt Frye: Hensel Phelps, Project Manager

Brandt Frye, Project Manager at Hensel Phelps, is a leader in North Alabama’s commercial construction sector, with 12 years of experience and $1 billion in projects. His work includes projects at Redstone Arsenal for USACE and in Courtland, Alabama for Lockheed Martin, strengthening the region’s built environment. An active member of ABC North Alabama, Brandt […]

Huntsville artist Glenn Dasher reveals public art piece

First there was Moon Tree, a Loblolly pine sapling growing from a seed that was carried into space on Artemis I. It was planted at the John Scoble Memorial Pavillion on Monte Sano Mountain by the Von Braun Astronomical Society. Now comes the Moon Gate, a captivating large metal sculpture that motorists and pedestrians have […]

Kay Ivey Delivers ‘Alabama Update 2025’ in Huntsville: Education, Economy, and the Challenges Ahead

On May 5, 2025, Governor Kay Ivey addressed the Huntsville Madison County Chamber of Commerce at the Von Braun Center, offering her “Alabama Update 2025.” Speaking to a crowd of business leaders and sponsors including Meta, Mazda Toyota, Blue Origin, Boeing, and multiple defense contractors, Ivey painted a picture of Alabama as a state on […]

Could Alabama eliminate property taxes? A look at the possibilities

Property taxes have long been a primary funding source for essential public services like schools, roads, and emergency services. However, they also place a significant financial burden on homeowners, even after a mortgage is paid off. Rising property values can lead to increased tax bills, which can strain a homeowner’s monthly budget when rising values […]

Vineetha Menon: Cirkle, Chief AI Transformation Officer

Dr. Vineetha Menon is the Dr. Terence Reed Endowed Associate Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Big Data Analytics Lab at the University of Alabama in Huntsville.  Dr. Menon has over a decade of expertise in multidisciplinary data science research domains, including generative AI, bias and transparency in large language models (LLMs), deep […]

Sheena Collier: CEO and Founder of Provision Realty, LLC and Provision Real Estate Academy

Dr. Sheena Collier holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in Management from Stillman College, a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Texas A&M University-Texarkana, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the Trinity International University of Ambassadors. Additionally, she has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD h.c.) from the Trinity International University […]

Dexter Strong: Deloitte, Senior Consultant

Dexter Strong is a Senior Consultant in Deloitte’s Human Capital practice, serving Government and Public Service clients. He is also a member of the Huntsville, Alabama, Committee of 100, the Youth Pastor at Monte Sano United Methodist Church, and an associate minister at Progressive Union MB Church.   As an undergrad, Dexter studied Religion and History […]

Audrey Johnson: Moxie Media, Founder

Audrey Johnson uses a unique formula that combines human psychology, media theory and news principles in her social media consulting business. The UNA graduate is also an award winning writer and former reporter with over six years of experience in news writing, digital media and content creation. “I started my own business after getting fired […]

Landon Bruski: Bruski Branding Services, Founder

Landon Bruski is an 18-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Bruski Branding Services. Bruski started his business while enrolled at Madison County High School.  Since relocating to Huntsville in 2022, Landon has helped over 30 small businesses in Huntsville grow through web design, branding, and marketing. Currently, he is a freshman at the University of Alabama […]

Anna Parks: MartinFed, Vice President Operations

Anna Parks is a record-holding D1, SEC, and high school softball pitcher, recognized as SEC Freshman of the Year and SEC Tournament First Team. She still holds Auburn’s strikeout record and Grissom High’s wins record.  Anna has translated her competitive spirit into leadership in operations, HR, program controls, and contract management. She is a key […]