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2 the business view APRIL 2019 the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce APRIL 2019 | In this issue

ON THE COVER We asked the Mobile Area Chamber team about their favorite downtown dining spots, From the Publisher - Bill Sisson and Von’s Bistro was on the list. Pictured is co-owner Von Larson, who blends a variety of cuisines with family recipes. Read about Infrastructure Matters others on pgs.17-21. Photo by Jeff Tesney. It’s no secret that America’s growth. With our region’s infrastructure is crumbling. excellent transportation 4 News You Can Use Despite being the richest framework, this is an area 12 Small Business of the Month: country in the world, the where Mobile can, and does, Green Magic Landscape LLC United States ranks 11th for compete handily. infrastructure competitiveness, This will be important 13 Small Business Corner: How according to the World work to ensure we remain on Process Cadence Can Help Your Economic Forum. The the short list for site selectors, Business American Society of Civil and to make sure we protect 14 Annual Meeting in Photos Engineers (ASCE) prepares our quality of life for all our state-level report cards on the citizens. 16 Investor Focus: Leavell Investment condition of infrastructure, such as roads, Alabama’s and Mobile’s ability to realize Management bridges, ports, water, wastewater and public our competitive potential depends on 17 What’s Your Favorite Restaurant? transit. making smart infrastructure choices in the America’s cumulative GPA stands at a critical upcoming years. We must respond 22 CEO Profile: Duncan Gillis dismal D+, and grades by state range from to economic, demographic and fiscal 24 Chamber Hosts Military Affairs A to F. Alabama comes in at a C-. It would changes so we can help our people and Luncheon take billions of dollars to upgrade our businesses continue to thrive and prosper. failing systems, but I’m convinced it is 25 Chamber@Work going to be absolutely necessary for the U.S. 27 Board of Advisor Profiles: Mark D. and Alabama to continue to grow Fillers and Cliff Lambert economically – and to ensure shared 28 Business Spotlight of the Month: growth and prosperity for ourselves and Ransom Ministries future generations. But ever-growing demands on that 28 Ambassador of the Month: infrastructure will require the Mobile Area Lisa Kavanagh The first full-stack Chamber to remain out front in our efforts 29 Calendar to advocate for increased funding for deep water access at the port, the I-10 bridge 31 Member News managed solutions provider. project, road widening projects around the 34 Anniversaries city, the expansion of our airports and 35 New Members continued water and wastewater improvements to our aging systems. From an economic development standpoint, a weak infrastructure is a 8 the business view is published monthly, Consider IT managed. community’s most significant barrier to except for the combined issue of December/January, by the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce The new C Spire Business is the nation’s first ever to combine advanced 451 Government St., Mobile, AL 36602 connectivity with cloud, software, hardware, communications, and professional 251-433-6951 www.mobilechamber.com ©2019 Publisher William B. Sisson services to create a single, seamless, managed IT service portfolio. The result is Executive Editor Leigh Perry-Herndon smarter. Faster. More secure. From desktop to data center, we step in wherever you Managing Editor Jennifer Jenkins Copy Editor Michelle Irvin need us and take on your biggest technology challenges. You focus on business. Additional Writers and Editors Mike Herndon, Ashley Horn, Susan Rak-Blanchard and Carolyn Wilson

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The team at Kemira is proud of the investment being made in its Mobile facility. Currently the company employs 60 and will increase that number by 32 percent. Kemira Makes Significant Investment in Mobile Facility Kemira, a leading global construction will begin this “This expansion by Kemira County Commission President polymer producer serving the year on the project, which will is about more than just jobs – Connie Hudson. pulp and paper, oil and gas, and be operational in 2021. “We are it’s about a global company The existing site first opened water treatment industries, expanding on our current reinvesting in our city and in 1938, initially focused on the plans to invest $70.8 million in footprint and will significantly renewing a relationship that area’s lumber and pulp and its Mobile facility. The company increase production to meet our dates back more than 80 years. paper businesses. Mobile is one uses chemistry to add optimal customers’ demand in the oil When existing businesses are of three Kemira facilities in the quality, functionality and and gas industry,” he said. thriving in combination with United States, with the others in strength to paper and board “There has been significant new jobs and investment, that’s Columbus, Ga., and Aberdeen, products, ensure the safety and growth in the area’s a winning formula,” said City Miss. Kemira’s parent company, hygiene of water and food manufacturing and chemical of Mobile Mayor Sandy Kemira Oyj, is based in Helsinki, packaging and maximize yield sectors, whose companies Stimpson. Finland, with its American from energy resources. historically provide high- “We are very excited about headquarters in Atlanta. LOCAL TRAINING WITH A The project will create an paying jobs for our community. Kemira’s decision to expand additional 20 jobs, growing I look forward to seeing what operations in Mobile County to You’ll see this symbol with Kemira’s workforce by 32 the future holds for Kemira as meet customer demand. Their stories featuring Chamber initiatives. percent, to handle new process they continue to excel in additional $70 million capital investment and 20 jobs further REGIONAL IMPACT operations, increased logistics Mobile,” said Shelby Glover, and support functions at the site. the Mobile Area Chamber’s demonstrate Mobile’s growing Richard Ryder, Kemira’s senior project manager of attraction for foreign direct Mobile plant manager, said economic development. investment,” said Mobile

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Hayley Van Antwerp, Innovation PortAL’s executive director, has worked for this groundbreaking for several years and couldn’t hold her excitement. Facility Innovation PortAL reached another major milestone in its quest to retain, support and accelerate the central Gulf Coast’s highest-performing startups. Community, business and education leaders celebrated the organization’s groundbreaking in February. “Innovation PortAL is modern day economic development,” said Frank Lott This group represents the initial group of community leaders who rallied around the creation of Innovation PortAL. Pictured left with Heritage Homes, who to right are: Bill Sisson, Mobile Area Chamber; Frank Lott, Heritage Homes; Hayley Van Antwerp, Innovation PortAL; Merceria serves as both PortAL board Ludgood, Mobile County Commission; Lynn Chronister, University of South Alabama; Bestor Ward, Ward Properties; and chair and the Chamber George Talbot, City of Mobile. Foundation chair, during his opening comments. “When this office space, collaborative entrepreneurial-focused Chamber president and CEO. facility is complete – there will workspaces and a classroom. individual, group and “Without question, Innovation be very few, if any, like it in the Located in the heart of Mobile’s community programs. I am PortAL will help ensure Mobile’s Southeast.” burgeoning technology thrilled to see Innovation economic place in the 21st century.” Signaling the start of a corridor, other amenities will PortAL coming to life, and am In addition, the crowd heard modern day meets historic include event spaces, conference confident the opportunity from two program clients – transformation at 358 St. Louis rooms, open areas and two before us can move the needle Trey Byrum, founder and CEO St., the 30,000-square-foot courtyards. for our regional economy.” of Global Inspections, the facility will be home to Class A Expected to open in spring During the groundbreaking, parent company of Scottsman 2020, Rogers & Willard is Van Antwerp also shared Tools and Alabama Pipe serving as the lead contractor. several recent developments, Welders Academy, and Andrea The construction of PortAL’s starting with the news PortAL Moore, president and chief state-of-the-art innovation was granted 501(c)(3) status and operating officer of M2 center is partially funded by the was launching the PortAL Solutions, a company working U.S. Department of Commerce, Fund, a campaign to raise early- with owners and investors of Economic Development stage funding for high-growth new or existing structures to Administration and is subject to startups. reduce long-term maintenance associated federal laws and “Innovation PortAL is the costs. regulations. embodiment of our region’s Both entrepreneurs credited Instead of traditional shovels, Most important, said Hayley burgeoning startup the program for the personal Innovation PortAL officials celebrated Van Antwerp, Por t AL’s community. And the most assistance, strategic guidance the start of their renovation and new executive director, “The space exciting thing is its role as the and introductions to mentors construction project with sledge will give a permanent home to hub of our entrepreneurial and potential investors. hammers and hardhats. the organization’s ecosystem, said Bill Sisson,

the business view APRIL 2019 7 Mobile County Acquires Waterfront Property on Escatawpa River

The Mobile County of Mexico Energy Security Act Commission earlier this year (GOMESA) public access approved the purchase of the acquisition project. The money Escatawpa Hollow, a 45-acre is generated from federal oil campground located on the and gas leases in Alabama’s Alabama/Mississippi state line offshore waters. GOMESA off Moffett Road, on the south funds are authorized for coastal side of U.S. 98. County officials protection, conservation, say future plans include restoration and hurricane improving the campground to protection, as well as mitigation add more campsites, walking of damage to fish, wildlife or trails, river access and other natural resources. features. The purchase of the park “This is a great project for will enhance the county’s Mobile County,” said planned countywide Blueway Commission President Connie paddling trail, with the Hudson. “I’m very happy about Escatawpa segment allowing this opportunity to expand canoe and kayak enthusiasts to recreational and water access to paddle from northwest Mobile money generated from the enthusiasts another camping all of our citizens.” County to Moss Point, Miss. Deepwater Horizon oil disaster. venue in addition to The purchase will be funded The Blueway Trail is being The new county campground Chickasabogue Park, located in through Mobile County’s Gulf funded by RESTORE Act and park will give outdoor Chickasaw.

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8 the business view APRIL 2019 Thames Batré Named One of Alabama’s Small Businesses of the Year

Local insurance agency Thames Batré was presented an Alabama Small Business of the Year Bronze Award from the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) and the Business NEWS you can use Council of Alabama (BCA) during the association’s annual meeting. The firm was recognized in the 51-100 employee category. Two other Mobile Area Chamber members were nominated as finalists in the 1-10 employee category: local marketing firm BlueFish and payroll preparation company Payroll Vault.

Pictured above from left to right are: Bill Sisson and Jena Berson, Mobile Area Chamber; Bo Mattei, Thames Batré; Robbie Baker, Hancock Whitney; Heather Brothers New, Gadsden Etowah Chamber; and Jeremy Arthur, Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama.

the business view APRIL 2019 9 Your heart’s in the right place at Thomas Hospital.

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Thomas Hospital has been designated as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Cardiac Care by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, an Learn more at infirmaryhealth.org. independent licensee of Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. To receive a Blue Distinction Center+ designation, hospitals must demonstrate expertise in delivering safe and effective cardiac care, focusing on cardiac Blue Distinction Centers (BDC) met overall quality measures, developed with input from the medical community. A Local Blue Plan may require additional criteria for providers located in its own service area; for details, contact your valve surgery, coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) and percutaneous Local Blue Plan. Blue Distinction Centers+ (BDC+) also met cost measures that address consumers’ need for affordable healthcare. Each provider’s cost of care is evaluated using data from its Local Blue Plan. Providers in CA, ID, NY, PA, coronary interventions (PCI) episodes of care. Only those hospitals that and WA may lie in two Local Blue Plans’ areas, resulting in two evaluations for cost of care; and their own Local Blue first meet nationally established quality measures are considered. Plans decide whether one or both cost of care evaluation(s) must meet BDC+ national criteria. National criteria for BDC and BDC+ are displayed on www.bcbs.com. Individual outcomes may vary. For details on a provider’s in-network status or your own policy’s coverage, contact your Local Blue Plan and ask your provider before making an appointment. We are proud to be included among those leading the nation in the Neither Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association nor any Blue Plans are responsible for non-covered charges or other losses or damages resulting from Blue Distinction or other provider finder information or care received from Blue treatment of cardiovascular disease. Distinction or other providers. 10 the business view APRIL 2019

18581_IH_9.25X12_BUSINESS_VIEW_BCBS_CARDIAC_TH_AD_PR.indd 1 2/21/19 1:53 PM Your heart’s in the right place Chamber Adds Foreign Investment at Thomas Hospital. Focus to Industry Recruiting

The Mobile Area Chamber companies with more than has a lot of experience in 13,000 employees. Since 1960, Foreign Investment recruiting in the global market. 19 countries representing 13 Since 1997, the organization has industry sectors have invested in Mobile operated an award-winning here, with more than half of . international trade program those since 2000. 19 countries with with efforts focusing on trade The Chamber has been a local investment . $1.99 billion of education and existing industry Stimpson Shepard leader in the international sector exports. across the state and region, and manufactured goods The Chamber is now recommended partnerships. adding this attraction strategy exported from Mobile reinvesting in this well- To coincide with these plans, will put Mobile in a league of . 13,500 local jobs from established and successful the Chamber is making several its own, said Stimpson. foreign investment trade program, making staffing changes, including “This transformational project international engagement a naming Christina Stimpson will result in new investment priority to attract foreign as director of international here, new families moving here investment. business. To support and round and an ever-increasing Along with a third-party out the strategy, Kayley Shepard awareness of Mobile as a top consultant, a new strategy was moved into the role of venue for global commerce,” completed with action steps to international trade manager. she said. enhance Mobile’s foreign Currently, Mobile is home to investment readiness and more than 50 foreign-owned

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Green Magic Landscape LLC: Creating Curb Appeal

The husband and wife team of Carita and Larry Koen Jr., pictured at one of their many projects, where Green Magic Landscape LLC worked on the entrance for this newly developed community in Mobile.

Green Magic Landscape LLC in providing area beautification the properties that we improve.” Koen hopes to expand the has carved out an interesting by creating curb appeal and Green Magic Landscape is company to other regions along niche in the local lawn care and lush outdoor spaces. It is our the Mobile Area Chamber’s the Gulf Coast and in north landscaping industry. mission to eliminate the Small Business of the Month. Alabama. He’s also looking for Aside from the usual mowing number of eyesores in the A Murphy High graduate, opportunities to mentor young and hedge-trimming in the yards community and create a clean, Koen developed a passion for people who are looking to of homes and businesses in green image.” landscaping at an early age pursue lawn and landscape Mobile and Baldwin County, Green Magic’s work in this under the tutelage of his maintenance as a career – the three-year-old company area helped the company land a grandfather. After working for possibly through local specializes in maintenance and contract with the City of Mobile’s several landscaping companies community colleges. beautification of foreclosed or weed abatement project. It’s and expanding his knowledge abandoned properties. helped those abandoned or of the industry, he and his wife Want to be featured here? In a city that has taken great foreclosed properties hold their Carita struck out on their own Go to mobilechamber.com to pains in its recent efforts to value, reduced the risk of and founded Green Magic in submit an application, or reduce the number of eyesores vandalism and has drawn 2016. contact Danette Richards at in its streets and neighborhoods, praise from some neighbors of The company client list also 251-431-8652 or that’s a niche that is in demand. the neglected properties. includes a wide range of [email protected]. “Green Magic is committed “We take pride that our efforts residential and commercial There is no cost/fee associated to keeping the communities of improve our neighborhoods and clients, particularly managed with the Small Business of our city beautiful,” said owner communities,” Koen said. “It properties and those needing the Month program. Larry Koen Jr. “We take pride also brings joy to the neighbors of debris removal.

12 the business view APRIL 2019 SMALL BUSINESS corner How Process Cadence Can Help Your Business

Research shows that effective Brandon Gibson will share the Commitment methodology of applying process “In essence, you make your work gets done through groups and teams that make decisions cadence to teams in business to achieve choices, and then your choices winning results at “The Process for make you.” and work interdependently by communicating and coordinating Team Engagement Workshop” on Having a no-excuse policy Thursday, April 11, in Mobile. Gibson, with people across boundaries generates a culture that breeds formerly from Mobile, was an athlete team members who hold of all kinds including talent, on Alabama’s 2009 and 2011 National themselves and others expertise, status and distance. Championship football teams. accountable. Actively developing habits and coaching to improve those habits are critical to Fast Facts successful teamwork. What: The Process for Team Engagement Workshop Effort When: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. “Hard work beats talent Where: Dauphin’s, RSA Trustmark Building, when talent doesn’t work hard.” 107 St. Francis St. #3400 Brandon Gibson Teams that operate at a high Speaker: Brandon Gibson standard consist of individuals Topic: “The Process for Team Engagement” who are conscientious about Cost: Mobile Area Chamber members - $179. By Brandon Gibson what needs to be done. Consistent performance from If three or more employees attend, the company In today’s increasingly team members sets the will receive a 20 percent discount. challenging and fast-paced foundation for incoming Contact: Mary Patterson at 205-348-7049 or 205-348-3000 workplace, teams must work members to match the standard For additional information or to register, interdependently to accomplish of excellence, creating a winning visit www.theprocess.ua.edu organizational goals. Just as culture. successful athletic teams depend on players to “buy in” to their role Toughness in achieving a win for the team, “Stand guard at the door business owners can apply these of your mind.” disciplines to their teams in the Being tough doesn’t always workplace to foster innovation have to do with competition in and achieve a competitive edge. sports. You must stay mentally Pride of purpose is achieved sharp and focused to complete when the “process cadence” is your job and contribute to team applied to business. goals. There are five key elements that can shape your team’s Pride engagement and success as What is your purpose? outlined below: What is your vision? Is it clear and precise? Discipline Knowing the answers to “Never suffer from the pain these questions will demonstrate of regret, only suffer the pain buy-in to your team, organizational of discipline.” and individual goals. But most The most successful teams importantly, an attitude of practice traits that require gratitude will bring profound individuals to be consistent in success. Make a habit of telling doing their jobs. You must your teammates that you are instill belief into each individual proud of them and appreciate that they are needed and included them. Those few words will in the mission of the team. generate continuous positive Implement a mentality of trust, relationships thriving with fairness and efficiency, to energy into your organization. provide consistent wins throughout the organization.

the business view APRIL 2019 13 In February, the Mobile Area Chamber hosted its annual meeting at the Mobile Convention Center. More than 1,000 members joined in the evening presented by Trustmark. Highlights included Daniel Dennis with Roberts Brothers Real Estate being introduced as 2019 board chair, an after-party featuring four catering stations and a concert by Jonsey’s Crowned Jewelz Band. The theme Join Our Journey introduced attendees to some new Chamber initiatives in 2019. Pictured on these two pages are some of the sights from this year’s event. To learn how your company can sponsor this fun-filled event, contact Carolyn Golson at cgolson@ mobilechamber.com or 251-431-8622. Photos by Jeff Tesney.

14 the business view APRIL 2019 the business view APRIL 2019 15 INVESTOR focus

Leavell Investment Management

Leavell Investment Management Inc. is located on St. Joseph St. in downtown Mobile. Pictured above are (from left to right) Dalton Nix, John Wade Therrell, Richard Stimpson, Janet Hayes, Leigh Morton, Holly Alves, Mary Shannon Hope, Andrew Grinstead and Mike Hofto.

Company officials: Andrew and is one of the larger that a rising tide lifts all boats, of recent investment and Grinstead, president; Richard independent investment meaning the benefits of a expansion efforts made by local Stimpson, chairman; Janet counseling firms in the Southeast. prospering local economy will and outside investors. We share Hayes, chief operating officer; be enjoyed by all,” said the excitement surrounding Mike Hofto, chief financial Why are you located in Mobile? Grinstead. “As a part of the Mobile’s momentum and are officer; and Tim Healey, chief “The firm’s founder, Tom Partners for Growth initiative, excited about the path we are on.” investment officer Leavell, set up shop in Mobile we share the vision with our 40 years ago,” said Grinstead. Chamber that creating more Length of continuous Years in business: 40 “He developed a reputation as jobs, and better jobs, in our local Chamber membership: a comprehensive investment community will allow more Since 1968 Brief company description: advisor who would sit on the Mobile residents to further their Leavell Investment Management same side of the table with careers and economically Inc. is a Mobile-based, clients. Over the years, these prosper, while preserving and independent investment advisor deep-rooted client relationships enhancing a level of pride that registered with the Securities and have grown beyond state lines, we have for our city.” Exchange Commission. Serving but our allegiance to Mobile Partners for Growth (PFG) as a fee-only advisor, and held has fueled investment in our What do you see as Mobile’s is the Mobile Area Chamber’s to a fiduciary standard, Leavell downtown building and the greatest potential? “The long-term economic and provides investment solutions hiring of local talent.” natural resources, people, community development program. to individuals, retirement plans, history and tradition of Mobile For more information, contact corporations and foundations. Why do you support the make it a great place to work, Natalie Franklin the Chamber’s Today, Leavell employs 18 Mobile Area Chamber of live and raise a family,” said investor relations manager, at 251-431-8636 or investment professionals, has an Commerce’s Partners for Grinstead. “These factors are [email protected]. additional office in Birmingham Growth initiative? “We think contributing to the magnitude 16 the business view APRIL 2019 What’s Your Favorite Restaurant?

Photo by Jeff Tesney

The Downtown Mobile The Mobile Area Chamber is Alliance recently published a located in downtown Mobile, in map showcasing the many the heart of all these restaurants. Vo n’s Bis tr o 69 St. Michael St., Mobile restaurants in downtown Mobile. Chamber staff dish on their It points out the location of more favorite things to eat at their than 52 restaurants within the favorite restaurants all within I love Von’s Bistro - downtown area with eateries walking distance (with a couple Crispy Pork Spring Rolls offering Italian, Mexican, of favorites that you will need (appetizer) and Shrimp barbecue, Americana and to drive to.) We encourage you Fried Rice everything in between. There to support our thriving, hard- are plenty of options to choose working member restaurants. Carolyn Golson

from on any given day. Meet them on the following pages. Photo by Jeff Tesney Vice President, Membership

Wintzell’s Oyster House The Ruby Slipper 107 St. Frances St., Ste. 3400, Mobile 2100 N. Royal St., Mobile

Ruby Slipper for brunch – especially Wintzell’s Oyster House‘s fried the stuffed french toast. fish and shrimp basket entrées and Kayla Morgan their wonderful Southern hospitality. Research and Marketing Manager Odetta Stutts Economic Development Director of First Impressions

the business view APRIL 2019 17 Dauphin’s 107 St. Frances St., Ste. 3400, Mobile

Dinner at Dauphin’s chef’s table – fish of the day. The view is unbelievable.

Bob Chappelle Chief Operating Officer

NoJa 6 N. Jackson St., Mobile

Mediterranean Sandwich Co. 274 Dauphin St., Mobile

Mediterranean Sandwich Shop is my favorite, because the food is always good no matter what you order. The owners are awesome NOJA is always great and a favorite and are a great small business story. spot when economic development Marion Randall prospects are in town. Event Manager Colton Cureton Communications & Marketing Project Manager Economic Development

18 the business view APRIL 2019 Pollman’s Bake Shop 107 St. Francis St., Mobile

The Admiral Hotel, Mobile Curio Collection by Hilton 251 Government St., Mobile

Pollman’s Bake Shop – I love their pimento cheese sandwich and The Admiral Hotel’s breakfast all of their desserts of course. The cookies are always so delicious. is always delicious. Jena Berson Carolyn Wilson Director of Business Retention and Expansion Administrative Assistant Economic Development Communications & Marketing

Panini Pete’s 102 Dauphin St., Mobile

The beignets at Panini Pete’s – drizzled with lemon. Shelly Mattingly Executive Assistant to the President and CEO

the business view APRIL 2019 19 The Noble South 203 Dauphin St., Mobile 219 219 Conti St., Mobile The Noble South’s vegetable plate. 219 – Thai chicken wrap and tomato Shelby Glover, basil soup Senior Project Manager Economic Development Danette Richards Director Small Business Development

Spot of Tea 310 Dauphin St., Mobile Eggs Benedict and strawberry iced tea are the best.

Brenda Rembert Administrative Assistant Small Business Development

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The Battle House Renaissance Mobile 26 N. Royal St., Mobile

Crab cakes from The Trellis Room are light and so fresh, and the sauce is divine. Ashley Horn Director Digital Media & Design Marketing & Communications

Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel 64 S. Water St., Mobile

While it’s hard to ever get tired of seafood, somedays you just need a good steak. That’s exactly what you’ll find at the Riverview’s Harbor Room. Susan Rak-Blanchard Director Marketing & Communications

Support our local members when you are dining in downtown Mobile (or beyond).

219 Mediterranean Renaissance Mobile Spot of Tea 219 Conti St. Sandwich Co. Riverview Plaza Hotel 310 Dauphin St. 274 Dauphin St. 64 S. Water St. Burger King Von’s Bistro 659 Government St. NoJa The Admiral Hotel Mobile 69 St. Michael St. 6 N. Jackson St. 251 Government St. Dauphin’s Wet Willie’s 107 St. Francis St. Panini Pete’s LoDa The Battle House 200 Dauphin St. 102 Dauphin St. Renaissance Mobile Don’s Café & Catering 26 N. Royal St. Wintzell’s Oyster House 273 N. Broad St. Perdido Queen Cruises 605 Dauphin St. 1 S. Water St., Berth B The Noble South GulfQuest 203 Dauphin St. 155 S. Water St. Pollman’s Bake Shop 107 St. Francis St. The Ruby Slipper Café McDonald’s 100 N. Royal St. 658 Government St.

the business view APRIL 2019 21 CEO profile

Company: BBB Industries LLC Title: CEO Duncan Hometown: Fairhope Education: Gillis earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y. Gillis First job: Delivering newspapers (two routes) and washing dishes at a restaurant.

Previous experience: Gillis has international experience in a number of sectors, most recently serving as CEO of John Crane, a leading supplier of mechanical seals and related components for process industries. He was also CEO of Algeco Scotsman, a privately held global service company specializing in modular space and secure storage. Gillis held senior positions at United Technologies, Procter & Gamble and McKinsey & Co. He also served as a U.S. Army infantry officer (Airborne ranger). Accomplishments: “I took a gap year in 2016 to become a certified private pilot with an instrument rating, and I’m the proud father of two wonderful sons and a great daughter-in-law,” he said.

Secret to success: “I married a great woman, and I’m fortunate to have constantly worked with people who are very good at their jobs and make me better.”

Brief company description: Headquartered in Daphne, BBB Industries LLC remanufactures alternators and starters for the automotive, medium- and heavy- duty trucks, industrial, agriculture, small engine and other markets. The company’s undercar division remanufactures power steering products for automotive industry original equipment manufacturers and aftermarkets.

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the business view APRIL 2019 23 Chamber Hosts Military Affairs Lunch The Mobile Area Chamber will host its over the United States. He held four The keynote speaker 32nd annual Military Appreciation commands and was an instructor at the for the event is Nathan Luncheon on Wednesday, April 3, from Naval War College, the Naval Academy, the Cox, CEO of 68 Ventures, noon to 1:30 p.m. at USS Alabama Pentagon and Naval Education and a holding company in Battleship Memorial Park. Training Center in Pensacola. In his 45 Mobile engaged in During the event, the Chamber will years in Mobile, he has served as Navy port development and honor Capt. Hal Pierce with the Maj. Gen coordinator and brought more than 130 homebuilding, titles, Gary Cooper Outstanding Service Award. Navy ships on visits to Mobile. He continues mortgages and other Named in honor of Cooper, a native to serve veterans, maritime and military Cox strategic ventures. Before Mobilian, a former member of the Alabama communities of Alabama. joining 68 Ventures, Cox State Legislature and a two-star general in In addition to the outstanding service was an infantry officer in the U.S. Marine the U.S. Marine Corps, the award embodies award, ROTC and JROTC cadets from area Corps, serving with the 3rd Battalion, 6th his continued dedication and service not schools will be honored, and awards will Marines in Iraq. only to the nation, but to the state and be presented to members of the community Tickets are $30 each and can be Mobile area. who have demonstrated exceptional service purchased by contacting Mallory Tyson at Pierce served in the U.S. Navy and Naval to men and women in uniform. 251-431-8621 or by registering securely Reserve for 31 years in the Far East and all online at events.mobilechamber.com.

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What: Military Appreciation Luncheon When: Wednesday, April 3 Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Where: Battleship Memorial Park, Aircraft Pavilion

Speaker: Nathan Cox, 68 Ventures CEO and USMC Veteran Cost: $30 per ticket, tables of eight available for $240 Tickets: Available online at events.mobilechamber.com

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Chamber Taking Active Authority (MAA) President and finance committee. He also Chamber Names Role in Census 2020 CEO Chris Curry updated the continues to be on the U.S. New Ambassador The Chamber’s community group on the timeline for the Chamber of Commerce Tim Wills with Boys & Girls and governmental affairs team new downtown terminal and Committee of 100 and in Clubs of South Alabama was is taking an active role in presented an update on MAA’s February was asked to named a Chamber ambassador. helping get Alabama counted in master plan. participate in a 15-person Ambassadors are a group of the 2020 census. Gov. Kay Ivey mission to Tel Aviv, Israel, volunteer members who assist authorized and tasked the New Investment in 1702 sponsored by the U.S. Chamber the Chamber with a variety of Alabama Counts 2020 Census The Chamber’s entrepreneurial and supported by the Israeli projects, including event committee to develop a leadership program, 1702, is government. registration, member visits and comprehensive strategic plan to being revived and overhauled ribbon cuttings. To learn more implement across the state. The under the leadership of Henry Recent Media Relations about this group, contact Dawn Chamber is collaborating with O’Connor with Jones Walker Outreach Rencher at 251-431-8649 or partner agencies and will lead LLP as chair. A new board was The Chamber’s [email protected]. efforts locally to raise awareness formed, and a strategic plan for communications and marketing of the census. moving the program forward is team works with local, national New Board of underway. Currently, the next and international media on a Advisors Named Air Service Task Force class of entrepreneurs is being regular basis. Recently the team The Chamber announced Reorganized recruited, and formal assisted reporters on topics several new Board of Advisors With new developments in programming will begin in the including the Airbus A220 line members, bringing the number commercial air service and a near future. and groundbreaking, Forum to 250. The newest members Downtown Mobile Airport Alabama with Sen. Richard are Gulf Coast Auto Group, project ongoing, the Chamber’s National and Shelby, State of the Economy, Marine Exhaust Systems of air service task force is meeting International Outreach economic development Alabama and Top Talent monthly. The group is charged Chamber President and CEO incentives and recent project Recruiter. To learn more about with being a proactive voice for Bill Sisson continues to serve on announcements, foreign direct this group of influential existing and expanded air the board of directors for the investment, business headlines members, contact Shelly service in Mobile and Baldwin Association of Chamber of in 2018 and the economic Mattingly at 251-431-8655 or counties. During the kickoff Commerce Executives (ACCE) impact of Mardi Gras. [email protected]. meeting, Mobile Airport and serves on the board’s

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Member Ribbon director and health coach with monthly meetings. Recent international aerospace Cuttings and Grand Physicians Health Solutions, presenters included Archnique industry and addressed Openings who discussed “Working in the Kidd, supplier diversity challenges facing the aviation Chamber staff and Age of Overwhelm.” manager with the City of supply chain and the Airbus- ambassadors helped cut ribbons Mobile, who spoke on the Boeing duopoly. Panel and and celebrate grand openings at Chamber Hosts Group residential sidewalk repair speaker topics included the BenchMark Physical Therapy, from United Kingdom program for small concrete global supply chain, the Comcast, Cost Plus World The Chamber’s international contractors; and Judy Sigler, transportation revolution and Market, Honest Air, SA trade division recently hosted reference manager with the reshaping international trade, Recycling, The Simple Greek, the Atlanta-based Consul Ben May Main Library, who among other topics. Tyndall Federal Credit Union General of the United Kingdom highlighted the library’s new and Walmart Online Grocery on a visit to Mobile. The consul business connection center and and Delivery Service. For more general had meetings and tours careers program. information, contact Dawn with Airbus, MAAS Aviation, The task force subcommittees Rencher at 251-431-8649 or Alabama State Port Authority (business development, finance [email protected]. and local government officials. and outreach) presented their Among the topics discussed goals and action plans for the Executive Roundtable were the impact of foreign year. Meeting investment in our community ED Team Visits Seattle The Chamber’s Executive and the state of Mobile’s local Roundtable, a forum for small economy. for Aerospace business owners and managers, Two members of the meets monthly. Recent speakers Growth Alliance Task Chamber’s economic have included Chamber Force Meets development team attended President and CEO Bill Sisson, The Chamber’s Growth and sponsored the Seattle who spoke on economic Alliance Task Force, a European-American Air Forum development efforts, and Micah committee to support minority- in January. The day-long McGuire, communications owned businesses, holds seminar focused on the

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26 the business view APRIL 2019 BOARD of Advisors

Mark D. Fillers leads the south Cliff Lambert is the CEO and manager Alabama market for Renasant Bank, a of the Gulf South Region for Corporate 113-year-old financial services institution Environmental Risk Management. He has with more than 170 locations in Mississippi, a bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Cincinnati and a master’s degree from Florida. Prior to joining Renasant Bank, George Washington University. He has he served the south Alabama market in served as a senior operations manager for commercial banking for more than 15 Jacobs Engineering Group; vice president years. Fillers graduated from The and board member for Volkert Inc.; and University of Alabama with a bachelor’s president and CEO of the Lambert Co. degree in small business management Lambert is a graduate of the Atlanta and entrepreneurship and completed a Regional Leadership Institute and is a master’s degree in business administration through Auburn member of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Transportation University’s executive MBA program. He is past chairman of the Policy Committee. board for United Way of Southwest Alabama and is in a leadership role for the University of South Alabama’s Upward and Onward For more information about the Chamber’s board of advisors, contact campaign. Fillers has served in other board capacities including Shelly Mattingly at 251-431-8655 or [email protected]. with the Mobile Area Chamber and the Mobile Area Council Boy Scouts of America.

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Lisa Kavanagh is the operations manager for the Junior League of Mobile. She joined the Chamber’s ambassador program in 2011 and continues making goodwill visits to fellow members and welcoming new businesses to Mobile. Kavanagh is the Chamber’s Ambassador of the Month. Ambassadors are volunteers who support the Mobile Area Chamber by visiting members, Ransom Ministries assisting with events and ribbon-cuttings. To Ransom Ministries was founded in 2010 by Matt and Tara Armbruster, who started the first Ransom Café. learn more, contact Dawn Rencher at 251-431- Ransom ReProgram is a job readiness and life skills training course and Ransom Recycle is an electronics 8649 or [email protected]. recycling program. Both are offered as opportunities for participants to earn a paycheck while receiving skills training. For more information, visit ransomministries.com.

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APRIL 2019 For information on Chamber events, visit events.mobilechamber.com.

AIDT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TRAINING LSI MEMBERSHIP 101 9-10 2 Come meet other members and Chamber staff to learn about AIDT Leadership Development training programs introduce team the many ways to benefit from your membership. leaders, supervisors and managers to effective leadership When: 8 to 9 a.m. responsibilities, communication skills, teamwork and motivation techniques. Where: Mobile Area Chamber, 451 Government St. Contact: Elizabeth Nelson at 251-431-8617 or When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days [email protected] When: Noon to 1:30 p.m. No charge, but seating is limited. RSVP requested. Free parking. Where: Mobile Area Chamber, 451 Government St. Cost: $50 per person for members/$60 for nonmembers, includes course materials, lunch and snacks MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY Contact: Natalie Franklin at 251-431-8636 or [email protected] 3 This event includes awards presented by all branches of the Seating is limited. Reservations are required and no military and recognition of distinguished JROTC and ROTC cadets. See story on pg. 24. cancellations after March 6. Class size is limited to 25.

When: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Where: USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, EXECUTIVE ROUNDTABLE *Members Only Aircraft Pavilion 16 A monthly forum exclusively for Chamber-member small Cost: $30 per person or $240 for table of eight business owners and managers. Contact: Mallory Tyson at 251-431-8621 or [email protected] When: 8 to 9 a.m. Seating is limited. Reservations required by March 22 and Where: Mobile Area Chamber, 451 Government St. payment due at time of reservation. Speaker: Brian Harold, managing director of Sponsors: APM Terminals Mobile Topic: “Meeting the Port of Mobile’s Full Potential” Contact: Brenda Rembert at 251-431-8607 or [email protected] No charge, but RSVP requested. Free parking. Sponsor:

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS 25 When: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Where: Location coming soon Cost: $5 for members or $10 for potential members Venue: Photography: Contact: Dawn Rencher at 251-431-8649 or [email protected] Reservations are not needed.

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on the program committee for Gov. Kay conference sessions and the Ivey appointed NRPA Magazine editorial board. Stephen ✱ McNair, owner and senior consultant of McNair Historic McNair Preservation Derr Rawden Inc. in Mobile, to serve a four- Altaworx Connally Bridges year term on the Southern Rail promoted The Alabama Kidney Commission. The commission’s Forrest Derr Foundation (AKF) named Becki Garner Boyer goal is to promote the safe, to executive Connally director of corporate BBB Industries LLC reliable and efficient movement vice president; and community partnerships. announced two executive of people and goods to enhance Jaime Rawden She will lead all major gift promotions: Chris Garner to economic development along to vice president efforts for the AKF in Alabama. executive vice president of sales rail corridors; provide of partner Walker In other news, Riley Bridges and John Boyer to executive transportation choices; and development and marketing; was promoted to Mobile-area vice president of marketing and facilitate emergency evacuation and Lydia Walker to vice director and will oversee all local product management. routes. president of operations. fundraising and educational ✱ ✱ ✱ endeavors in south Alabama. The SSI Group (SSI) named The University of South ✱ James Jay Colfer as the new Alabama (USA) named Dr. Truland chief operating officer. Colfer Matthew Reichert assistant Homes hired brings more than 25 years of vice president for research. Jeff Wayne as healthcare information Reichert will lead the research Gulf Coast east technology experience. He development, learning and division graduated from St. Mary’s communication unit of USA’s president to Thompson Daffin College in Moraga, Calif., with Office of Research and continue a bachelor’s degree in health Economic Development. Wayne expanding into services administration. the South Walton and Bay County markets of Florida. Wayne has almost two decades of experience in the homebuilding industry. ✱ Carter Tucker Wilkins Miller LLC accounting and advisory firm hired five team members: Hayley Carlton, Patrick Fisher, Willa Lyle, Jerri Kissel and Blaine Baronet. Carlton received a bachelor’s degree of HEAVY HAULING business administration with a Matheson Reynolds concentration in marketing Better Homes and from the University of South FLATBED • HEAVY HAULING • BOAT HAULING • CONTAINER HAULING Alabama. Fisher earned an Gardens integrated bachelor’s degree of Real Estate - Agent since 1993 Specializing in Tanks, Pipes, Main Street science and master’s degree of Heavy Equipment and Machinery, business administration from Properties the University of Mobile. Lyle Mobile office and Over-Dimensional Boats and Kissel each bring more welcomed Durden Serving 48 States and Canada. than 20 years of experience in several new agents: Chamyne accounting to the team. Baronet, Thompson, Mary Daffin, who joined as an administrative Kimberly Carter, Emily Tucker, student worker, is a help desk Alexandra Matheson, Andre solutions provider. Reynolds and April Durden. ✱ ✱ Premier Medical Group Call anytime! Shonnda Smith was named If you’re working, so are we. director of parks and recreation promoted Bettina McGahagin for the City of Mobile. She is to chief financial officer. She 7040 McDonald Road Irvington, AL 36544 currently a member of the joined the practice in 1992 and Phone: 800-242-9212 or 251-653-7348 Fax: 251-653-1199 National Recreation and Parks was previously the accounting E-Mail: [email protected] www.wonderlandexpressinc.com Association (NRPA) and serves director. the business view APRIL 2019 31 MEMBER news

School of Medicine. Dr. Rebecca Megan Gary Mans was named Sugg was Davis joined associate vice president for recently Candlewood marketing and communications. appointed Suites - He earned a bachelor’s degree in associate Downtown journalism from the University professor of Mobile as sales of Florida in Gainesville, Fla., neurology at director. Davis Porter Mans and a master’s degree in public Sugg the University Davis has worked in administration from The of South Alabama College of the hotel industry for more than University of Alabama at Medicine and serves as a 25 years and is a certified Birmingham. neurointerventional vascular meeting professional with the Dr. Jean Sansaricq, adjunct neurologist with USA Physicians Events Industry Council. She assistant professor of obstetrics Group. Sugg earned a medical graduated from the University of and gynecology at the University degree from the University of South Alabama with a bachelor’s of South Alabama College of Alabama at Birmingham School degree in hotel and hospitality Sansaricq Burch Medicine, is an obstetrician and of Medicine. She is board-certified management. gynecologist at USA University in neurology and vascular USA Health welcomed several OB-GYN. He earned a medical neurology by the American physicians to the medical team: degree from the University Mayor Board of Psychiatry and TAG/The Architects Group Dr. Barry Porter was recently Royal Y Pointifice San Francisco Neurology. She is also certified announced completion of the appointed director of operations Xavier in Sucre, Bolivia. in neuroimaging by the United new Student Commons for emergency medicine and In addition, urologist Dr. Council for Neurologic Building at St. Paul’s Episcopal radiology. Porter earned a Kristie Burch joined the USA Subspecialties. School. The two-story, 25,000- bachelor’s degree in psychology Physicians Group clinic. Burch ✱ square-foot facility includes from Spring Hill College and earned a medical degree from The JLL Gulf Coast Office offices, classrooms, an master’s degree in human Louisiana State University added two retail brokerage innovation lab, kitchen and performance management and School of Medicine in New team members. Emily Miller cafeteria facilities and counseling a doctorate in systems twinning Orleans. She is also a Fellow of and Lisa Elcan will focus on offices, and will serve as a hub of from the University of South the American College of retail tenant representation and student activity on the St. Paul’s Alabama. He also completed Surgeons and is board-certified agency leasing throughout the campus. TAG served as the local Lean Six Sigma green belt by the American Board of Gulf Coast. architect. certification at Johns Hopkins Urology.

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Harvey and Thomas multiple sclerosis in the Mobile program received accreditation measuring four feet by eight Orthodontics will open a third area, was officially recognized in January and will welcome the feet, will be used to restore location on Snow Road in the as a Partner in MS Care by the first class of residents in July. three of the ship’s upper decks. fall of 2019. National Multiple Sclerosis Emergency medicine is a three- SSAB previously donated ✱ Society. The program year residency training program, steel in 2002 for the hull repair USA Health opened the first recognizes providers who have and USA will have six residents of USS ALABAMA and again pediatrics complex care clinic demonstrated knowledge and per year for a total of 18 residents. in 2010 for superstructure (PCCC) in Alabama for children expertise in treating patients ✱ repairs after Hurricane Katrina. with medical complexity at the with MS. Somerby of Mobile is a 2019 ✱ Strada Patient Care Center. Dr. ✱ award winner recognized by Quincy Compressor LaDonna Crews, associate Mobile County Board of Top Rated Local for senior living donated an air compressor to professor of pediatrics at the Health elected officers for 2019: communities in Alabama. two local volunteer fire University of South Alabama Dr. Matthew Cepeda, chairman; Somerby of Mobile received departments- the Perdido College of Medicine and a Dr. Joseph Ewing Bornstein, dozens of reviews from five Volunteer Fire Department and general pediatrician with USA secretary; and returning members verified review sites, earning the Loxley Volunteer Fire Physicians Group, led the Dr. C.M.A. “Max” Rogers IV, Dr. them a rating score of 93.96 and Department. Firefighters can establishment of the PCCC. Barbara Mitchell, Dr. Nina Ford a 2019 Top Rated Local award use the compressors to inflate In other news, USA Health Johnson and Dr. William O. for ranking among the top 10 tires on fire trucks, complete opened USA University OB-GYN, Richards FACS. Mobile County senior living communities in general maintenance items and located at 524 Stanton Rd. Commission President Connie Alabama. perform tasks such as sanding, ✱ Hudson also is a member on painting and more. BBB Industries acquired the board. equity interests of Remy North ✱ Two area companies made Submission deadline for Member American Rotating Electric The University of South News is two months prior to publication. business. donations to community Alabama College of Medicine projects. Steelmaker SSAB News releases should be one or two was approved by the donated more than four tons of brief paragraphs. Photos must be professional headshots, labeled with Accreditation Council for locally-produced steel plate to the person’s last name, and must be The University of South Graduate Medical Education USS ALABAMA Battleship 300 dpi at full size and saved in an eps, Alabama department of (ACGME) to establish a new Memorial Park for use in the residency training program in tiff or jpg format. Send your information neurology, a leading provider battleship’s ongoing restoration. to [email protected]. of care for people living with emergency medicine. The The 20 sheets of steel plate, each

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