August 5, 2024

Initiatives – August 2024

If you're new to the Rocket City, you may not be familiar with our history of innovation. In our cover story, the Chamber's Mike Ward and Erin Koshut review some of the moments that cultivated our growth and also look ahead to a new opportunity that's knocking right now.
August 5, 2024

HREGI Profile: Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)

Tim King shares why MTSI's unique culture is its greatest asset, and why the company continues to engage with the Chamber to help their team stay connected with our community's growth and advancements.
August 1, 2024

Women’s Business Council accepting applications for 2025 Council

Are you interested in being on the Women's Business Council? The group is accepting applications for the 2025 Council. Apply by August 30.
July 25, 2024

Huntsville is one of the best places to visit in September

Why visit Huntsville in September? For one thing, you can belt out your favorite anthems under the Alabama stars with fellow music lovers at John Hunt Park at the South Star Festival on Sept. 28-29. Beyond the music, September offers pleasant weather to explore Huntsville's lush parks and rich history comfortably.
July 19, 2024

Chip Cherry Receives Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ 2024 Chairman’s Award

Chip Cherry, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber President/CEO, received the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ (ACCE) 2024 Chairman’s Award. The award was presented during ACCE’s annual meeting on July 17 in Dallas, Texas. The award is given annually to an individual […]
July 15, 2024

Announcing the 2024 Small Business Award Contenders!

We're excited to announce the Contenders for the 2024 Small Business Awards! Join us for the black tie gala on Thursday, Sept. 12 at the VBC. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
July 15, 2024

Huntsville 5th Best Metro for Millennials in the U.S.

The Huntsville metro was recently ranked 5th among the country's top 20 metros for millennials and ranked 3rd regionally behind Austin, TX and Raleigh, NC, according to CommercialCafe. The ranking results are based on population growth, demographic share, income levels, access to employer-based health insurance, and more. Learn more about the rankings here.
July 9, 2024
Team USA Paracyclists - athletes headed to Paris 2024 (Photo: Casey Gibson/USOPC)

Road to Paris Goes Through Huntsville!

Great news -- 10 of the 13 U.S. athletes competing for US Paracycling in the 2024 Paralympic Games competed here in Huntsville, Alabama over the past few years! Go Team USA!
June 26, 2024

Shape Corp. Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility in Ala.

Shape Corp., a global tier-1 automotive supplier known for its innovative approach in the development of body-in-white and structural components, celebrated the grand opening of its second facility in Alabama on June 26. Located in Tanner, AL, the new facility is expected to create over 100 new jobs in the area over the coming year.
June 25, 2024

Skyfire Establishes New HQ in Rocket City Through Partnership with City and Airport

This strategic move, aided in part by a partnership between the city and Huntsville International Airport positions Skyfire at the center of a thriving aerospace and defense hub, fostering collaboration and innovation within the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) industry.
June 3, 2024

Initiatives – June 2024

We are pleased to share our new Small Business Resources guide with you. Also, check our latest Best Places to Work® winners, Industry Visits, and a new survey the United Way of Madison County asks you to take.
June 3, 2024

HREGI Profile: Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC

Goodwyn Mills Cawood likes to help people build communities. Here, learn about recent projects for the company, and about Jason Harper, whose role includes governmental affairs and business development.
May 31, 2024

Chamber Foundation announces designation with Innovate Alabama Network

This recognition by Innovate Alabama signifies the Chamber’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within our region and the state. Funding that comes with the designation will be utilized on several initial steps that seek to fill gaps in our entrepreneurial ecosystem, leading to more organically grown companies and to retain start-ups in the local area.
May 22, 2024

Huntsville named one of the Top 10 Best Places to Live in the U.S.

The City of Huntsville, Alabama, ranks #7 on the 2024-2025 best place to live in the United States, according to a ranking by U.S. News & World Report. To make the top of the list, a place had to have good value, be a desirable place to live, have a strong job market and a high quality of life.