March 2020

Last October, Steven Reed rose from a crowded field to become Montgomery’s mayor, and his election made history, giving the city its first black mayor.  Sixty days after his inauguration, MBJ asked him to share who and what in his past have most influenced and shaped him, and in what direction he plans to drive Montgomery’s future. Read more...

In both tangible and intangible ways, the River Region’s car dealerships and multiple associated services are steering the area’s economy in the right direction. Read more...

Think the Census is just a bunch of boring paper work? Think again!

Our country’s census is about more than counting heads. Conducted by the federal government every 10 years, the U.S. Census provides the government with important population information, data that is then used to influence the distribution of funding and vital resources as well as ensure areas around the United States have proper and adequate representation on Capitol Hill. Read more...

Montgomery leaders are taking smart advantage of the federal Opportunity Zone law to bring new investment to the city and bolster renewal in often-overlooked, low-income areas. Read more...

With its Air Show coming this April, Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base commemorates and celebrates the powerful partnership between the military and the River Region, a continuing collaboration that works to make all involved stronger and better able to reach lofty goals. Read more...

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Promoting historic preservation is in Collier Neeley’s blood, and he’s excited to follow in the footsteps of his grandmother, noted historian Mary Ann Neeley, with his service to and support of Montgomery’s Landmarks Foundation. Read more...

The Cancer Wellness Foundation supports local cancer patients, arming them with information, resources and more to help them overcome some of the many challenges they face in the fight to beat the disease. Read more...

Employees are the lifeblood of any business or organization. Follow this expert advice to find, keep and motivate good ones, and you’ll nail an essential element of business success. Read more...

Discover what your Chamber membership can do for you and your business. Read more...

David Reed, Executive Vice President, Business Development and Governmental Affairs, of the Montgomery-based architecture and engineering firm, has long built up and supported other team members, helping them reach their full potential. Reed is now passing the local leadership torch to Campbell, who says he’s excited to step into his new role and honored to keep Reed’s legacy of employee development alive. Read more...

Capitol Chevrolet

Jack Ingram Motors

Reinhardt Lexus

Stivers, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram

Pigg Enterprises

Stivers Ford Commercial and Government Sales and Alabama Up-Fitters

Accounting - Taxes in 2020: A look at this year’s tax season and how you can plan for next year

Technology - Ensure Business Continuity in the wake of logistics issues

Wealth Management - Women and Finances: The Three Ps

Hannah Hawk

Nia Pagniacci

George Sanders

When you think about combat jets and fighter pilots, family might not be the first word that comes to mind, but for Col. Brian Vaughn, Vice Commander of the Alabama Air National Guard’s 187th Fighter Wing, “family” perfectly describes the close connection he has with his team, and this bond is his favorite aspect of his job. Read more...

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