August 1, 2020

COVID & Schools

The playbook for 2020 went out the window several months ago. We are in the midst of a pandemic that is affecting all areas of our lives. Many of us have dealt with illness, and some have lost loved ones to COVID-19. Others have lost income to support their families. Yet, we have seen many examples of helpers and leaders.
August 1, 2020

Space Update: Moving Forward

In spite of challenges created by the COVID pandemic, NASA and local space companies continue to log some impressive accomplishments. The Space Launch System core stage, the largest part of NASA’s heavy-lift launch vehicle, is currently in the test stand at the Stennis Space Center.
August 1, 2020

Huntsville: A City in the Making, Part 4

WF Sanders Jr. took his first breath in Huntsville in 1935. Since childhood, he’s held a front-row seat to witness and participate in much of the city’s development into the thriving economic engine that it is today. He describes his experience as “a wonderful ride.”
August 1, 2020

HREGI Profile: Keel Point LLC

Since the merger, Keel Point’s service offerings have expanded to include financial planning, wealth management, estate planning, philanthropic and family office services, as well as corporate services which offers benefits and retirement packages for businesses.
August 1, 2020

Workforce Update: Zoom, Zoom

Virtual. It’s a word we have now heard a million times, and that word describes how the rest of 2020 is going to look, especially when it comes to recruiting. The Chamber will focus its recruiting efforts online for the rest of the year.
July 14, 2020

Social Justice Initiatives/Resources (Huntsville-Madison County)

This information accompanies an article coming soon in our August issue of Initiatives magazine.  These are local community resources that may help in your conversations about diversity and inclusion in your workplace or group.
June 1, 2020

Huntsville: #StrongerTogether

Multiple donations plus hands-on help make us Stronger Our community knows how to get it done. We’ve seen many examples of this in the past few months as COVID-19 spread across the country, impacting our healthcare centers, our businesses, our […]
June 1, 2020

Space Update: Operational Vision

NASA advances on Lunar Return Mission By Mike Ward, CCE , Senior Vice President Government & Public Affairs The COVID-19 pandemic has slowed some work on the Artemis Lunar mission, but it hasn’t impacted the goal of landing Americans on […]
June 1, 2020

HREGI Profile: Baron Services

Bob Dreisewerd Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Baron Services Tell us about Baron Services: Baron is a commercial weather company that provides products and services to numerous industries such as broadcast media domestically and abroad, automotive, transportation, aviation, […]
June 1, 2020

Census Update: Please Respond

South lagging behind, and it’s essential we’re all counted This has certainly been an unusual year. Before COVID-19 presented itself, people working to promote the Census knew they had a challenge, but now the situation is more pressing. The South […]
June 1, 2020

Changing of the Guard

Redstone leadership changes coming Not even the COVID-19 pandemic can interrupt the Army’s system of leadership rotation. Redstone Arsenal has seen a number of changes in leadership positions, with even more changes to come in the next few weeks. Topping […]
June 1, 2020

Huntsville: A City in the Making, Part 3

Lessons for Life Strong work ethic, treating everyone the same, and moving forward By Wendy Reeves, Contributing Writer From farming community, to the Rocket City and on to a research and development mecca, Hundley Batts, Sr., has been part of […]
April 1, 2020

Military Workforce: Hiring Our Heroes

Consider this free program to find transitioning military candidates and assess their skills before hiring By Katelyn Sides, Baker Workforce Recruitment Director Hiring Our Heroes hosted an info session at the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber in early February, and more than […]
April 1, 2020

Community Connections: Space Re-engaged

Space Camp growing alumni chapters, continue USSRC’s mission By Claire Aiello, Vice President, Marketing & Communications If you have been to Space Camp, or you’ve sent your child, you know it’s a life changing opportunity that opens your eyes to […]