Business Council of Alabama

Merry Christmas from the Business Council of Alabama! May this holiday season bring you peace, joy, and time spent with those who matter most.

Last week, Business Alabama Magazine named the 35 best companies to work for in Alabama. Congratulations to the 16 BCA members who made the list! Your commitment to excellence sets the bar high for all, and this recognition is well deserved!

Join us tomorrow for an exclusive webinar on the new Childcare Tax Credit, taking effect on January 1, 2025. This informative session will focus on the business and employer tax credit portion of the legislation, detailing what you need to know and answering any questions you may have. Click the link below to register! https://lnkd.in/eipmnkUq

Happy Small Business Saturday! Did you know that small businesses make up 99% of all businesses in Alabama? Today, let’s celebrate and support the local businesses that help our communities thrive.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Business Council of Alabama! We are grateful for the dedicated leaders, hardworking businesses, and their teams across the state who are moving Alabama forward. Your passion, commitment, and resilience are the foundation of our success. Wishing you all a day filled with family, friends, and gratitude!

#BusinessVoicesofAlabama Huntingdon College continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the South’s premier pre-professional institutions. With a 170-year tradition of producing leaders in business, healthcare, law, education, and ministry, the college attracts students from across Alabama and the South. This fall, Huntingdon welcomed nearly 900 students and 170 faculty and staff members, reflecting steady enrollment growth and the enduring appeal of its mission. As a “student-centered” leader, President Anthony Leigh is deeply committed to guiding students and ensuring their success extends beyond the classroom. He explains the vital connection between higher education and Alabama’s future: “BCA members share my love for Alabama and my desire for more and more young people to want to make Alabama their home following their higher education experience,” he said. Leigh emphasizes that strong employment opportunities across the state are essential to ensuring graduates can return home and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Anchored by its historic campus in Montgomery and deeply connected to the state it serves, Huntingdon College is shaping the next generation of professionals while fostering Alabama’s economic growth.

The Business Council of Alabama and the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama have honored four companies with the 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year awards. Click below to see this year's list of winners:

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Alabama Small Business Awards! Your hard work, dedication, and the positive impact you make in your communities are truly commendable and deserve to be celebrated! 🏆Emerging Small Business of the Year: Anderson Family Care 🏆Small Business of the Year (1-10 employees): Wiregrass Wealth Management 🏆Small Business of the Year (11-50 employees): Johnny’s Bar-B-Q 🏆Small Business of the Year (51-100 employees): WM Grocery

Last week, we were excited to join the Shoals Chamber of Commerce for their Evening for Progress where our Executive Vice President, Clay Scofield, spoke about our priorities and our mission to make Alabama the most business-friendly state in the nation. Congressman Robert Aderholt gave an update from Washington, D.C. and was recognized for his support of the business community. It's always great to be in Northwest Alabama and we look forward to being back soon!

This Veterans Day, we proudly honor all who have courageously served to protect our nation. Your sacrifice and dedication inspire us every day. We are deeply grateful to our veterans and their families for their unwavering commitment. 🇺🇸