Poarch Band acquires Fortis Industries
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians, based in Atmore, has acquired Huntsville-based Fortis Industries, a defense contractor. Fortis Industries will remain a standalone business. – Poarch Band of Creek Indians
Mountain Brook Chamber has new director
Emily Jensen is the new director of the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce. The former banker, Jensen follows Suzan Doidge, who recently retired. Doidge will stay on until Sept. 30, working with Jensen the next three months.  – Village Living
Colombian energy contracts, including with Drummond, can proceed, court says
Colombia’s top administrative court will allow seven energy contracts worth $517 million to move forward. That includes four deals signed with Birmingham-based Drummond between 2013 and 2016. – Yahoo! Finance
