Governor: Tourism on pace for $24 billion in revenue this year
Gov. Kay Ivey said that Alabama’s tourism industry is on pace to bring in $24 billion in revenue by the end of the year. That’s more than double the $11 billion the industry generated in 2013. Her remarks came at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Auburn. – Alabama Political Reporter
Leadership Birmingham names new class
Leadership Birmingham has named 53 leaders to its Class of 2023. The list includes people throughout Birmingham’s business community, including doctors, lawyers, attorneys, nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs. – Bham Now
Hudson extends Birmingham airport contract
Hudson, which has more than 1,000 stores in airports across North America, has signed a seven-year extension to manage retail space at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. The company has opened a new civil rights store and reimagined some of its existing stores. – BusinessWire
Command Alkon taking nominations for awards
Birmingham-based Command Alkon, a software and technology company for the heavy building materials industry, is taking nominations through Sept. 16 for its Best of the Year Elevate Awards. Categories include Bulk Hauler of the Year, Asphalt Plant Operator of the Year and Dispatcher of the Year, among many others. – GlobeNewswire