Tag Archive for: Huntsville/Madison County Chamber

Chamber recognizes the best of the best with annual Best Places To Work Awards

Jeff Williams of Offset Strategic Services may have said it best after his company was recognized as a “Best Place to Work.” “We’re not satisfied,” he said. “We’re going to strive to get better every day.” Offset Strategic Services was a Silver Award winner in Thursday’s annual Huntsville/Madison County Chamber’s Best Places to Work Awards […]

Blue Origin Expands Huntsville Operations, Adding 100+ Jobs to Support Thruster Production

Blue Origin recently announced plans to add more than 100 jobs in the Huntsville area to support its growing presence in Alabama’s aerospace economy. The new positions will support the company’s thruster production. Blue Origin has now grown from an initial commitment of approximately 300 jobs to well over 1,600 employees building the future of […]

Ribbon-cutting launches Space Command’s official presence on Redstone Arsenal

“Sir, you are a go for cut.” And with a snip of the scissors on a “spectacular” Wednesday, U.S. Space Command launched its official presence on Redstone Arsenal. Several years and three presidential terms in the making, Space Command finally took ownership of its first dedicated operational facility on Redstone to open a “pivotal new […]

Sen. Tommy Tuberville visits Huntsville, discusses Iran war and North Alabama’s growing role in defense

Speaking at the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Washington Update Breakfast on March 9, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville discussed a wide range of topics, focusing on both North Alabama and the nation at large. During his speech at the Von Braun Center, Tuberville acknowledged the Iran War, Huntsville’s role in the conflict, U.S. Space […]

Madison County Commission Chairman talks upcoming retirement, public service, says county is successful thanks to collaborative leadership

Few Madison County residents have had as dedicated and wide-ranging a career in public service as Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon. Born and raised on a farm in Toney, McCutcheon is a United States Army veteran who has served as a law enforcement officer, Alabama State Representative for District 25, farmer, and associate pastor. […]

Philip W. Bentley Jr. Honored with Distinguished Service Award; Plaza Renamed in His Honor

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber hosted its 90th Annual Membership Meeting today in the Von Braun Center Saturn Ballroom. During the event, in his last official act as Chair, 2025 Chamber Board Chair Jeff Samz presented the Distinguished Service Award to Philip W. Bentley, Jr. The Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor the Chamber bestows […]

College Students Invited to ASmartPlace Holiday Career Fair on Dec. 16

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is partnering with local and regional colleges and universities to connect college students with career opportunities in the Rocket City. College students home on holiday break are invited to attend the Huntsville ASmartPlace College Career Fair on Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 2 to 5 p.m. at The Atrium at Redstone Federal […]

Protecting Growth: A Beginner’s Guide to Small Business Insurance in Huntsville

As Huntsville’s small-business ecosystem accelerates, insurance is becoming a strategic necessity rather than an afterthought. From new retailers opening along South Parkway to agile tech consultancies in Cummings Research Park, the city’s entrepreneurial climate comes with new forms of risk—and securing the right insurance can be the difference between a temporary setback and a long-term […]

Shutdown Resource Event Set for Nov. 6–7 in Huntsville

Later this week, community leaders in Huntsville will host a two-day resource event for federal employees affected by the government shutdown, which has been in effect since Oct. 1. The event will take place Thursday and Friday, Nov. 6–7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive SW. […]

Small Businesses Take Center Stage as Chamber Marks 40th Gala

The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber marked a milestone last week with its 40th Annual Small Business Awards Gala at the Von Braun Center. While the evening began with a brief technical issue during the opening video, the program soon found its rhythm, celebrating the companies and individuals who keep Huntsville’s economy dynamic and resilient. Recognizing the […]