Tag Archive for: University of Alabama

How Artificial Intelligence is being positively implemented in Huntsville’s economy

There are smart people working on AI right now in Huntsville. That’s the important fact you need to know right now. Part of what we need to do right now is recognize these efforts, share with others, and encourage colleagues and collaboration. It’s only from this kind of effort that we can continue to draw […]

Huntsville CVB announces new Social Media Manager

The Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau added a new member to their marketing team last month. Jordan Bevel is the new Social Media Manager and brings her knowledge and experience in hospitality marketing to the position. Following graduation from the University of Alabama with a bachelor’s degree in Restaurant & Hospitality Management, Ms. Bevel […]

Alumna Patricia “Patti” Martin elected to Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame

Patricia “Patti” Martin, an alumna of The University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH), has been selected to the Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame (AEHOF). Martin graduated from The University of Alabama in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. In 1998, she earned a master’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from UAH, a part of […]

AAMU Board expands community partnerships, establishes new historic position

HUNTSVILLE, AL – During a regularly scheduled Board of Trustees meeting last Friday, Alabama A&M University (AAMU) announced the approval of various new community partnerships and initiatives. Alongside institutional updates from President Daniel K. Wims and other Cabinet members, the meeting showcased a series of collaborative efforts aimed at advancing the university’s mission. Notable among […]

Ivey’s GenAI task force explained: Officials weigh in on local, state business implications

Last week, Governor Ivey’s office announced the formation of a task force aimed at proposing policies for the responsible and efficient utilization of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) within state executive-branch agencies. The task force was created by Executive Order 738.  The statement explained that the task force “will consist of seven cabinet members, two representatives […]

UA System board approves Dr. Ronnie Hebert as vice president for student affairs, dean of students at UAH

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has a new vice president for student affairs and dean of students. Dr. Ronnie Hebert, who has been serving as the university’s interim vice president of student affairs and dean of students, was approved for the position by The University of Alabama System (UAS) Board of Trustees during […]

Thompson Burton expands to Huntsville; Maples Law joins firm

Thompson Burton has expanded to Huntsville, Alabama, with Maples Law Firm, PC joining the middle Tennessee based firm. The combined firm will have offices in Huntsville, Alabama, and in Nashville and Franklin, Tennessee, and adds commercial litigation and bankruptcy/debtors’ counsel depth via experienced attorneys Stuart M. Maples and Mary Ena Heath. “Ronn Steen, Thompson Burton […]

Huntsville’s job creation numbers supporting Commercial Real Estate through rising interest rates

It has been fairly well documented this year how rising interest rates have affected the housing markets in the Huntsville area compared to nationwide trends. However, what effect are these rates having on the commercial development side of the real estate sphere?  To answer this question, the Huntsville Business Journal talked to local experts while […]

Boeing breaks ground on new PAC-3 factory expansion

On November 13, Boeing celebrated the groundbreaking of a new Patriot Advanced Capabilities Three (PAC-3) seeker factory expansion, which is expected to increase annual production by over 30 percent. Jim Ryan, Boeing’s Director of Integrated Air and Missile Defense, emphasized the importance of the expansion for production of PAC-3s. “The Boeing seeker allows the Patriot […]

Alabama A&M University names new VP of Government Affairs & External Relations

Alabama A&M University (AAMU), the largest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the  state, today announced the appointment of Shannon Frank Reeves, Sr. as Vice President of Government Affairs and  External Relations.   Reeves will oversee all federal, state, and local lobbying efforts for AAMU government affairs, military affairs, civic  engagement, and community affairs. As […]