2015 speaker's edge judge profiles

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MANDERSON GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
The Speaker’s Edge
Judge Profile Book

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Consultant Profiles
Dr. Jackson Hatawayholds a PhD in
Organizational Communication with an emphasis in Organizational
Leadership from The University of Alabama. His PhD specializes in
organizational development, strategic planning, team building, and
organizational learning. He excels in bringing strategy to life through
narratives, speech writing, and speech coaching, and has worked with
top executives at technology companies such as Adobe and Microsoft.
His focus is communications strategy, strategic planning, and “long
view” communication design. Dr. Hataway also helps organizations
ranging from financial institutions to leading high tech corporations
like Adobe and Microsoft develop strategic growth plans through
his position as a Senior Consultant for Strategic Arts & Sciences.
His nuanced understanding of the interplay between long-term
market trends, communication, and culture gives him an invaluable
perspective to bring to bear for his clients.
Dr. Sim Butlerworks as an Assistant
Professor and Coordinator for Critical Decision Making &
Argumentation for The University of Alabama. Holding a PhD in
Comunications from The University of Alabama, his teaching endeavors
center on rhetorical criticism, critical thinking, and community based
participatory research practices that promote civic discourse, critical
investigation and interpretation, and rhetoric based argumentation. His
research areas include health and sport communication, particularly
rhetorical and cultural criticism involving disability, race, gender,
and sexuality. Dr. Butler teaches classes in Critical Decision Making,
Public Speaking, Small Group Communication, Argumentation,
Rhetoric and Social Media, and Sport as Civic Discourse. His articles
have been accepted for publication in Journalism and Communication
Monographs, Journal of Gender Studies, Communication and Sport,
Journal of Sport Media, Journal of Communication Inquiry, and the
Journal of Radio and Audio Media.

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Judge Profiles
Accenture
Andrew
Lindsey
Accenture, 1998-present
andrew.t.lindsey@accenture.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Managing Director, Human Services Sales
Lead
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MBA in
Systems Consulting; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Communications
John
Waktins
Accenture; 2008-current
johncwatkinsv@gmail.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Manager, Specializing in Financial
Services Operational Risk
Endorsed Skills: Project Management; Operational
Risk; RCSA; Business Process Design; Management
Consulting; Requirements Gathering; User Acceptance
Testing; Data Conversion
Strategy; The University of Alabama B.S. in Geography
Previous Companies: Afflink (Intern); Accenture

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Alabama Banking
Department
Brad
Coker
Alabama State Banking Department
brad.coker@banking.alabama.gov
Alabama
Position/Title: Examinations Coordinator, Capital
Markets
Endorsed Skills: Market Risk, Liquidity, Investments
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MBA;
American Bankers Association Stonier Graduate School
of Banking; University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of
Business Leadership Program
Biography: Member of Conference of State Bank
Supervisors (CSBS); CSBS Education Foundation
instructor; implemented the Dodd-Frank Act
requirements in State Banking Board Regulations 1 and
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Alabama Credit
Union
Benson
Bolling
Alabama Credit Union, April 1997-present
bbolling@alabamacu.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Chief Lending Officer
Endorsed Skills: Consumer Lending, Commercial
lending, Mortgage Lending, Financial Analysis, Project
management, Strategic Planning
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MA in
Marketing; The University of Alabama B.S. in Finance
Previous Companies: Credit Union Service Centers, A
Novel Approach Books, Inc.
Kayce
Bell
Alabama Credit Union, 1999-present
kbell@alabamacu.com
Alabama
Position/Title: COO
Endorsed Skills: Leadership, Credit Unions, Marketing
Strategy, Marketing Communication, Financial Services,
Operations Management, Growth Strategies
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama
Previous Companies: Filene Research Institute
i3, Alabama Credit Union League (now League of
Southeastern Credit Unions), Family Security Credit
Union
Ame
Parker
Alabama Credit Union, 2013-present
aparker@alabamacu.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Talent Development
Endorsed Skills: Training, Instructional Design, Strategy,
Recruiting, Program Management, Staff Development,
Talent Management
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama at
Birmingham M.A. in Education; Auburn University B.A. in
Communication
Previous Companies: Education Corporation of America,
Virginia College

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Kelly
Porter
Alabama Credit Union, February
2010-present
kporter@alabamacu.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Marketing Manager & Secret Meals
Coordinator
Endorsed Skills: Marketing Communications, Marketing
Strategy, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Event
Planning, Social Media Marketing, Project Management
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama M.S.
in Marketing; The University of Alabama B.B.A. in
Marketing
Previous Companies: South Shelby Chamber of
Commerce, Bryant Bank
AEA Group
Drew
Brignac
AEA Group
dbrignac@aeagroup.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Principal
Endorsed Skills: Consulting, Forensic Accounting,
Financial Valuation
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama B.S. in
Accounting
Biography: American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants; AICPA Forensic and Valuation
Services Section;Association of Certified Fraud
Examiners;Alabama Society of Certified Public
Accountants; Georgia Society of Certified Public
Accountants
Steve
Lovoy
AEA Group
slovoy@aeagroup.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Principal
Endorsed Skills: Forensic Accounting, Financial
Investigation, Valuation, Corporate Governance
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama Master
of Accountancy; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Commerce and Business Administration
Biography: Certified Public Accountant (CPA);
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA);
Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV); Turnaround
Management Association - Alabama Chapter Treasurer;
American Bar Association Construction Forum Associate
Member

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ALFA
American Red Cross Arlington Family
Offices
Don
Manis
Alfa Insurance, July 1987- present
donmanis@yahoo.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Vice President & Actuary
Endorsed Skills: Insurance, Actuarial Science,
Property & Casualty Insurance, Commercial Insurance,
Underwriting, Legal Liability
Degrees/University: Auburn University at Montgomery
B.S. in Secondary Education & Teaching and
Mathematics
Mark
Beddingfield
American Red Cross, July 1996-present
beddingfim@usa.redcross.org
Alabama
Position/Title: CEO
Endorsed Skills: Nonprofits, Leadership, Strategic
Planning, Fundraising, Public Relations, Business
Strategy, Program Development, Volunteer Management,
community Outreach
Degrees/University: Athens State University B.S. in
Business Administration & Management
Previous Companies: ESI Incorporation
Jordan
Cherry
Arlington Family Offices, 2011-present
jcherry@arlingtonfamilyoffices.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Investment Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Portfolio management, Asset
Class Analysis, Research, Invesment Management,
Acquisitions Analysis
Florida State University B.S. in Finance
Previous Companies: Florida State University, The
University of Alabama, FedEx Express
Biography: Industry Securities registration, CFA
charterholder
Aldi
Casey
Sturgill
Aldi, June 2012-present
casey.sturgill@aldi.us
Alabama
Position/Title: District Manager
Endorsed Skills: Sales, Media Relations, Microsoft
Office, Coaching, Sponsorship, Social Media, Budgets,
Public Speaking, Recruiting, Leadership
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MBA
in Entrepreneurship; The University of Alabama MA
in Sport Management; University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill B.A. in Journalism & Exercise and Sport
Science
Previous Companies: Burlington Indians, UNC Athletic
Department, University Athletic Department, The
Arkansas Travelers, WCHL Vilcom, University Experience
Alabama International Trade Center, Arkansas Travelers,
Tuscaloosa Parks & Recreation Authority

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AT&T
Dana
Moore
AT&T
dm4084@att.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Lead College Recruiting Manager
Endorsed Skills: Technical Sales, Sales Leadership,
Sales Operations, Talent Acquisition
Degrees/University: Belmont University B.A.
Previous Companies: BellSouth
Bank of Tuscaloosa
Mark
Sullivan
Bank of Tuscaloosa, June 1991-present
marksullivan@bankoftuscaloosa.com
Alabama
Position/Title: President and Chief Operating Officer
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama EMBA;
The University of Alabama B.S. in Corporate Finance
Biography: Chairman of United Way of West Alabama,
Black Warrior Council of the Boy Scouts of America
Vice President of Finance, Adopt-A-School Steering
Committee Board Member, Arts Council of Tuscaloosa
Board Member
Ryan
Gibson
AT&T
dm4084@att.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Lead College Recruiting Manager
Endorsed Skills: Vendor Management,
Telecommunications, Team Leadership, Networking,
Leadership, Management, Project Management,
Wireless, College Recruiting, SDLC
Previous Companies: TRW, SBC Wireless, Cingular
Wireless
Biography: Active on several engineering and computer
science advisory committee groups at Kennesaw State
University/ Southern Polytechnic State University, and
Georgia Southern University; Forsyth County Humane
Society volunteer; Feral Cat Program of Georgia
volunteer

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BBVA
Giuli
Biondi
BBVA Compass
giuli.biondi@bbva.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Human Resources, University Recruiter
Endoresed Skills: Social Marketing, Digital Marketing,
Human Resources
Degrees/University: University of Texas MBA, University
of Texas B.A. in Management
Previous Companies: Target, University of Texas
Daniel
Smith
BBVA, December 2010-present
daniel.smith@bbva.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Risk Officer II
Endorsed Skills: SAS, Data Analysis, Analytics, Risk
Analytics, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Predictive
Modeling, Statistical Modeling
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama M.S. in
Applied Statistics; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Mathematics
Previous Companies: ZF Friedrichshafen, Johnson
Controls Automotive, IBM Global Services
Berkeley Research
Group
Bill
Orrell
Berkeley Research Group
borrell@thinkbrg.com
Position/Title: Associate Director
Endorsed Skills: Clinical Operations, Operational
Consulting, Clinical Supply Chain, Strategic Planning,
Physician-Hospital Alignment, Documentation Integrity
Previous Companies: AreaHospital & Health
Care, Huron Consulting Group, GE Healthcare,
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Chick- fil-A
Caleb
Lampert
Chick-fil-A, May 2014-present
caleb.lamparte@chick-fil-a.com
Georgia
Position/Title: IT Associate, Payroll & Benefits System
Endorsed Skills: Leadership, Management, Public
Speaking, Communication, Customer Services,
Statistics, Research, Time Management
MBA in Analytics; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Management, Specialization in Health Care Management
Previous Companies: Northwestern Mutual, UA Men’s
Basketball Team

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Cigna-Health Spring
Isabella
Fagan
Cigna Healthspring, June 2013- present
isabelle.fagan@healthspring.com
North Carolina
Position/Title: Project Manager, Development Program
Manager
Endorsed Skills: Healthcare, Data Analysis, Public
Health, Clinical Research, Community Outreach, Public
Speaking, Nonprofits, Program Evaluation/Development
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama at
Birmingham MBA; MPH in Health Care Organization and
Policy; The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. in Psychology
Previous Companies: Rockingham County Healthcare
Alliance, Children’s of Alabama
Eric
Ferguson
eric.ferguson@healthspring.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Financial Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Leadership, Project Managaement,
Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Training, Customer
Service
Strategy; The University of Alabama B.S. in Consumer
and Industrial Marketing
Previous Companies: Southern Company
Brian
Fisher
brian.fisher@healthspring.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Financial Analysis Specialist
Endorsed Skills: Social Media Marketing, Public
Relations, marketing Communications, Digital
Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama M.S. in
Marketing; The University of Alabama B.A. in Public
Relations
Previous Companies: VeloCity Pro Cycle, Trackor Supply
Company, The Harmon Group
Patrick
McCormic
Cigna Healthspring, July 2014- present
Patrick.mccormic@healthspring.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Medicare Marketing Project Specialist
in General Finance; University of Montevallo B.A. in
Marketing
Previous Companies: Express, The University of Alabama

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Kelly
Pate
Kelly.pate@healthspring.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Business Project Senior Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Marketing, Social Media, Social
Networking, Management, Online Marketing, Customer
Service, Public Relations, Account Management, Team
Building, Social Media MArketing
Degrees/University: Auburn University MBA in Logistics,
Materials, and Supply Chain Management; Auburn
University B.A. in Public Relations
Previous Companies: Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems,
Auburn University
Citigroup
Coca-Cola
Ti Keshia
Smith
Citigroup, January 2014-present
Ti.keshia.smith@citi.com
New York
Position/Title: Senior Vice President, Global SML
Compliance
Endorsed Skills: Risk Management, Program
Management, Business Analysis, Strategy, Business
Process, Banking, Business Intelligence, Process
Improvement
Commerce & Business Administration, Management
Information Systems
Previous Companies: CapTech Consulting, Deloitte, Bank
of America, AmSouth Bank, Delphi Automotive Systems
Biography: extensive knowledge of global AML TM
programs in retail banking and commercial cards;
ACAMS certified; Corporate Compliance and Institutional
Client Group (ICG) Advisory specialist
Beth
Hollahan
Coca-Cola, 2000-present
bethhollahan@coca-cola.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Director of Planning and Analysis
Endorsed Skills: Operational Risk, Analysis, Financial
Services, Planning
Previous Companies: Union Planters Bank
Collateral
Companies
Mike
Anderson
Collateral Companies, 2010-present
mikeanderson@collateral companies.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Senior Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama CBA
degree
Previous Companies: New South Federal Savings Bank
Biography: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater
Birmingham Governance Chair

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CoreStrengths
Consulting
Dennis
Shuler
Core Strengths Consulting, LLC.,
2014-present
Shuler.dennis@gmail.com
Ohio
Position/Title: Founder, President (Also CHRO for NXP
Semiconductors)
Endorsed Skills: Change Management, Business Strategy,
Strategic HR, Management Consulting
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MA in
Industrial Relations; State University of New York College
at Oswego B.S. in Business Administration, Minor in
Economics
Previous Companies: Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.,
The Kellogg Company, Procter & Gamble, Walt Disney
Biography: serves on Durham University in the United
Kingdom, Kansas State University, and the University of
Alabama boards
Equifax
FedEx
Stephanie
Steinway
Collateral Companies
stephanie.steinway@equifax.com
Position/Title: University Relations Specialist
Endorsed Skills: Recruiting, Interviews, Talent
Acquisition, Resume Writing, Talent Management,
Application Tracking, Human Resources, Career
Counseling
Degrees/University: Lindenwood University MBA;
Southeast Missouri State University Harrison College of
Business B.S. in Human Resouce Management
Previous Companies: Bishop DuBourg High School,
Aquinas Institute of Technology
Marc
Shrader
FedEx, 2005-present
Marc.shrader@fedex.com
Tennessee
Position/Title: Marketing Manager, Integrated Shipping
Solutions
Endorsed Skills: Strategy, Marketing Strategy,
Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Management,
E-commerce, CRM, Strategic Planning, Sales
Operations, Leadership, Account Management
Degrees/University: The University of Memphis EMBA in
Business; The University of Alabama B.S. in Consumer
Industrial Marketing
Previous Companies: Black & Decker, Venetec
International
David
Triplett
FedEx
dhtriplett@fedex.com
Tennessee
Position/Title: Manager, Finance
Endorsed Skills: Financial Leadership, Management,
Operations, Corporate Projects, Financial Analysis,
Financial Planning, Business Consulting, Project
Management, Accounting, Audit Analysis
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MA,
Mississippi State Undergraduate degree

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Frito-Lay
Matthew
Zink
Frito-Lay, January 2003-present
Matthew.j.zink@fritolay.com
Tennessee
Position/Title: Senior Human Resource Manager
Endorsed Skills: Human Resources, Labor Relations,
Employee Engagement, Succession Planning, Talent
Management, Deferred Compensation, Performance
Management, Organizational Design
Degrees/University: University of Illinois at Urbana-
Champaign M.S. in Human Resources & Industrial
Relations; University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S. in Psychology
Joe
Liddy
Frito-Lay, June 2008-present
joseph.liddy@pepsico.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Sales Capability Associate Manager
Endorsed Skills: Sales, Marketing, B2B, Account
Management, Marketing Strategy, Inventory
Management, Sales Operations, Cross-Functional Team
leadership
in Strategy and Entrepreneurship; The University of
Alabama B.S. in Marketing
Previous Companies: 9th Street Creative Group, Alabama
Power Company
Gabby
William
White
Gabby, January 2010-present
William@gabbyhome.com
Alabama
Position/Title: President
Endorsed Skills: Product Development, Marketing
Strategy, New Business Development, Sales
Management, Merchandising, Business Planning,
Negotiation
in Marketing;University of Colorado at Boulder B.S. in
Environmental Studies
Previous Companies: BASF, Compass Bank
Andrew
Osucha
GE Healthcare, April 2014-present
andrew.osucha@med.ge.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Imaging Region Manager
Endorsed Skills: Healthcare, Leadership, Medical
Devices, Business Development, Cross-functional Team
Leadership, Hospitals, Sales, Foreceasting, Six Sigma,
Strategic Planning
in Strategy and Entrepreneurship; The University of
Alabama B.S. in Biology
Previous Companies: The University of Alabama, Kelsey-
Seybold Clinic
GE Healthcare

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Georgia Pacific
Dorothy
Russell
Georgia-Pacific, June 2013-present
Dorothy.Russell@gapac.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Centralized Procurement Manager
Endorsed Skills: Data Analysis, Process Improvement,
Research, Strategic Planning, Operations Management
in Supply Chain & Operations Management; Millsaps
College B.S. in Business Administration
Previous Companies: Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC, FedEx
Services, Starnes Davis Florie LLP, FDIC
GMP Advisory, LLC Hospice Advantage
Ethan
Summers
Georgia Pacific, May 2014-present
Ethan.summers@gapac.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Business Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Public Speaking, Customer Service,
Market Research, News Writing, Project Management,
Strategic Analysis
Strategy; The University of Alabama B.S. in Journalism &
Management
Garey
Morrison
GPM Advisory LLC., 2009-present
gpmadvisoryllc@gmail.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Managing Director
Endoresed Skills: Strategic Planning, Healthcare,
Healthcare Consulting, Revenue Cycle, Financial
Reporting, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Management
Consulting, Auditing, Mergers, Payments, Interim
Management
Accounting
Previous Companies: Ernst & Young
Jim
Dudley
Visiting Angels Minnesota, 2014-present
jcdudley@msn.com
Minnesota
Position/Title: Communiity Liaison
Endorsed Skills: Leadership, Process Improvement,
Cross-functional Team Leadership, Strategic Planning,
Operations Management, Facilities Management,
Leadership Development
Community College of the Air Force A.S. in Logistics;
Southern Illinois University B.S. in Industrial Engineering
Previous Companies: Hospice Advantage, LLC.; VCA
Antech; Rasmussen College; Target

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M&H Valve
Anthony
Orlowski
M&H Valve of McWane, Inc. , 2009-present
tony.orlowski@mh-valve.com
Alabama
Position/Title: General Manager
Endorsed Skills: Operations Management, Plant
Operations, Project Management, Sales Management,
Engineering Management
Degrees/University: University of Tennessee at
Knoxville MBA in Operations Management; University
of Tennessee at Knoxville M.S. in Geotechnical &
Geoenvironmental Engineering; University of Tennessee
at Knoxville B.S. in Civil Engineering
Previous Companies: Ogden Environmental, Tyler Pipe,
McWane Cast Iron Pipe, Clow Water Systems
Mather Economics
Marigrace
Davis
Mather Economics, LLC., 2014-present
marigrace@mathereconomics.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Senior Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Excel, Data Analysis, Statistics,
Economics, Research, Econometric Modeling, Benefit
Cost Analysis
Degrees/University: Clemson University M.A. in
Economics; The University of Alabama B.S. in Economics
and Finance
Mallinckrodt
Pharmaceuticals
Brian
Campbell
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals,
2014-present
bricampbel@aol.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Sales Consultant
Endorsed Skills: Leadership, Management, Business
Development, Healthcare, Strategic Planning, Sales
Operations, Cross-functional Team leadership, Business
Intelligence
in Strategy; United States Naval Academy B.S. in
Engineering
Previous Companies: US Navy, The SSI Group, Inc,
Bristol-Myers Squibb, Biogen-Idec, GlaxoSmithKline
Management
Consulting Firm
Kay
Wallace
Management Consulting
kwallacedean@gmail.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Executive Coach
Endorsed Skills: Operations, Marketing, Consulting,
Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Executive Coaching,
Strategy, Technology, Management, Business
Development, Strategic Partnerships
Degrees/University: Harvard Business School MBA; The
University of Alabama B.S. in Chemical Engineering
Previous Companies: Coca-Cola, Atlanta Committee for
Olympic Games, Georgia Research Alliance

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MUZE NEEP
81 Shop
Alex
Putman
MUZE, August 2013-present
alex@muzebranding.com
Georgia
Position/Title: Founder & CEO
Endorsed Skills: Talent Acquisition, Recruiting,
Social Networking, Talent Management, Business
Development, Onboarding, Employer Branding
Marketing
Previous Companies: YP (formerly AT&T YellowPages);
Case-Mate; Synergis; DataPath (now Rockwell Collins);
Panasonic; Spherion (formerly AIM Executive)
Clark
Shuler
Neep, August 2014-present
clarkshuler@gmail.com
Ohio
Position/Title: Founder
Endorsed Skills: Family Law, Sales, Westlaw, Civil
Litigation
Degrees/University: Syracuse University College of
Law, Xavier University B.S. in History
Previous Companies: Apple, Baker & McKenzie,
Unilever
Harry
Long
81 Shop, LLC. July 2011-present
hlong@go81shop.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Managing Member
Endorsed Skills: Marketing, Advertising, Marketing
Strategy, Social Media, Public Relations, Market
Planning, Brand Management, Strategic Planning,
Corporate Communications
Strategy; The University of Alabama B.S. in Marketing
Previous Companies: Mazda North American Operations,
Saks Incorporated, Citadel Broadcasting, XM Satellite
Radio, Simmons Media Group, Aloha Hospitality, NGI
One, Prestige Properties
Pride Staff
Kim
Tillery
PrideStaff, February 2013-present
ktillery@pridestaff.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Owner, Strategic Partner
Endorsed Skills: Temporary Staffing, Training,
Recruiting, Customer Service, Human Resources,
Account Management, Business Analysis, Strategic
Planning
in Finance; The University of Alabama B.S. in CBA
Marketing
Previous Companies: TM Capital, TSYS

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Randall-Reilly
Nancy
Leigh
Randall-Reilly, 1998-present
nleigh@rrpub.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Vice President, Human Resources
Endorsed Skills: Social Media, Advertising, Strategic
Planning, Marketing Communications, Account
Management
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama B.A. in
Advertising
Previous Companies: Tuscaloosa Academy
Regions
Kristi
Crossland
Regions Bank, May 2012-present
kristi.crossland@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Vice President NCAL Area Human
Resources Manager
Endorsed Skills: Human Resources, Succession
Planning, Talent Management, Leadership Development,
Benefits Administration, Strategic Planning, Recruiting,
Employee Relations
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama M.A. in
Industrial Organizational Psychology; The University of
Alabama B.S. in Psychology
Previous Companies: VisionFirst, Crystal Clear Vision,
AmSouth Bank
Ray
Fisher
Regions Bank, June 2009-present
Ray.fischer@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Senior Vice President/CFO of Business
Services
Endorsed Skills: Commercial Banking, Financial
Analysis, Commercial Lending
Degrees/University: Michigan State University B.A. in
Accounting
Previous Companies: Bank of America
Primerica
Atokie
Boman
Primerica
aboman_1@yahoo.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Independent Financial Services
Professional
Endorsed Skills: Financial Services
Finance; The University of Alabama

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Leigh Anne
Kelley
Regions Bank, 2006-present
leighanne.kelley@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Senior Vice President, Database & Direct
Marketing
Endorsed Skills: Data Warehousing, Retail Banking,
Direct Marketing, Business Intelligence, Marketing
Strategy, Financial Analysis
Degrees/University: Samford University MBA; The
University of Alabama B.S.
Previous Companies: South Trust Bank / Wachovia Bank
Biography: Head of Cross Channel Sales and Service
Integration Initiative; developed and implemented the
Women’s Initiative Program also known as Culverhouse
Connections
Linda
Kramer
Regions Bank, December 2002-present
Linda.kramer@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Senior Vice President, Corporate Social
Responsibility
Endorsed Skills: Strategy, Internal Communication,
Program Management, Human Resources, Strategic
Communications, Change Management
Previous Companies: International Paper, Holiday
Corporation, Westinghouse Electric Company
Kelly
Johnson
Regions Bank, December 2003-Present
kellya.johnson@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Human Resources Generalist & Assistant
Vice President
Endorsed Skills: Compensation, Human Resource
support to Accounting, Audit, Legal, Human Resources,
Training, External Affairs, Strategic Planning, Security
and Aviation, Associate Relations, Associate Engagement
Degrees/University: University of Phoenix MM in Human
Resource Management; Auburn University B.S. in
Human Resource Management; Snead State Community
College A.S. in Business Administration
Previous Companies: CompUSA
Biography:Professional Human Resources Certification,
provides Human Resource support to the Finance
Development Program
Susan
Keith
Susan.keith@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Senior Vice President, Human Resource
Manager
Endorsed Skills: Employee Relations, Human Resources,
Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Management,
College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, Employee
Engagement, Applicant Tracking Systems, HRIS
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MBA; The
University of Alabama B.S.
Previous Companies: Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta,
Southern Natural Gas Company, AmSouth Bank,
International Paper
Biography: SPHR designation; CCP designation

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Shelby
Mackey
shelby.mackey@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Senior Vice President in Risk
Management, Processes & Performance
Endorsed Skills: Risk management, Credit Analysis,
Commercial Lending, Commercial Banking, Financial
Structuring, Financial Analysis
University of Alabama B.S. in Finance
Biography: CFA designation; Specializes in Audience-
Tailored Written Comunications and Training
Allen
Mayer
Regions Bank, July 2009-present
allen.mayer@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Asset/Liability Manager, Balance Sheet
Forecasting & Risk Analytics (VP)
Endorsed Skills:
Financial Risk/Quantitative Finance; The University of
Alabama B.S. in Corporate Finance, Economics
Previous Companies: Colonial Bank
Janet
Parker
janet.parker@regions.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Executive Vice President, Human
Resources
Degrees/University: Jacksonville State University B.S.
in Business, American Banking Institution’s Graduate
Human Resources School
Previous Companies: SHRM, Regions
Whit
Whitfield
Regions Bank, August 2012-present
gwhitfieldvi@comcast.net
Alabama
Position/Title: Industry Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Valuation, Research, Customer Service,
Public Speaking
in Finance; Washington and Lee University B.S. in
Management with Special Attainments in Commerce
Previous Companies: AEA

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Repsol
Lauren
Wilder
Repsol, August 2014-present
Lauren.wilder@repsol.com
Texas
Position/Title: Contracts & Negotiations Manager,
Business Development Americas
Endorsed Skills: Natural Gas, Upstream, negotiation,
Petroleum, Energy Industry, Con-tract Management,
Joint Ventures
Logistics, Materials, & Supply Chain Management
Previous Companies: Hess Corporation
Biography: Member of the Association of International
Petroleum Negotiators (AIPN); AIPN Executive
Committee as Vice President of Communications;
Chaired the Houston AIPN-Young Negotiators committee
in 2011
Sarrell Dental & Eye
Centers
Schneider Electric
Brandi
Parris
Sarrell Dental and Eye Centers, 2013-
present
bparris@sarrelldental.org
Alabama
Position/Title: Chief Marketing Officer & Senior Vice
President of Marketing and Community Outreach
Endorsed Skills: Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking,
Strategic Planning, Social Media, Leadership, Public
Relations, Nonprofits, Business Development
Degrees/University: Jacksonville State University B.S. in
Marketing
Michael
Giles
Schneider Electric, October 2014-present
giles.michael@gmail.com
Tennessee
Position/Title: Marketing Communications
Endorsed Skills: Brand management, Integrated
marketing, Market Research, Cross-Functional Team
Leadership, Product Launch, Customer Insight,
marketing Strategy
Marketing; Samford University B.S. in Sports Medicine
Previous Companies: Ronald McDonald House Charities
of Nashville, Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership
Honor Society, MG Enterprises, Mars Inc. , P&G

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Southern Company
Blaine
Campbell
Southern Company, January 2006-present
cbcampbe@southernco.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Human Resources
Endorsed Skills: Employee Relations, Organizational
Development, Human Resources, Labor Relations
Degrees/University: Auburn University MBA in Finance;
Indiana University B.S. in Business, Concentration in
Personnel & Industrial Relations
Previous Companies: William L. Bonnell Company, Inc.
Kenneth
Kelly
Southern Power Company, June
1987-present
Kell1082@bellsouth.net
Georgia
Position/Title: Business Development Manager
Endorsed Skills: Energy, Leadership, Strategic Planning,
Smart Grid, Project Management
Auburn University BEE in Electrical Engineering
Gary
Kerr
Southern Company, 2006-present
garykerr@southernco.com
Alabama
Position/Title:Manager, Energy Price Forecasting and
Market Intelligence
Endorsed Skills: Economic Analysis, System Planning,
Business Analytics, Analysis, Market Analysis
Strategy, The University of Abalama B.S. degree
Previous Companies: Mercedez-Benz
Scott
Nix
Southern Company
scottnix@southernco.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Business Development Manager
Endorsed Skills: Research, Analytical Methods, Outreach
Strategies, Growth Development
The University of Alabama B.S. in Finance
Previous Companies: AEA Group

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Clay
Rikard
Southern Company, August 2011-present
crikard@southernco.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Manager, Portfolio Management
Mechanical Engineering; The University of Alabama B.S.
in Mechanical Engineering
The Builders Group of
West Alabama
Brock
Corder
Builders Group of West Alabama,
2005-present
bcorder@thebuildersgroup.info
Alabama
Position/Title: President
Endorsed Skills: Real Estate, Strategic Planning,
Contract Negotiation, Real Estate Development, Social
Media, Customer Service, Construction, Construction
Management, Commercial Real Estate, Public Relations
Business Administration; The University of Alabama B.S.
in Industrial Engineering
Previous Companies: AIG Baker Shopping Center
Properties, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc.,
Biography: formed Builders Group Development; Board
of Directors for Capstone Bank; Board of Directors for
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Board of
Directors for Indian Hills Country Club; NAHB Certified
Graduate Builder designation; Real Estate Brokers
license
Bevin
Tomlin
Southern Company, August 2011-present
bktomlin@southernco.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Business Intelligence Analyst
Endorsed Skills: Financial Analysis, Forecasting,
Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Valuation,
Industry Research
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MS in
Corporate Valuation; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Financial Management
Previous Companies: AEA

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The University of Alabama
Grayson
Glaze
AL Center for Real Estate, 2007-present
gglaze@cba.ua.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Executive Director, ACRE at UA
Endorsed Skills: Real Estate, Leadership, Property
Management, Investment Properties, Commercial
Real Estate, Real Estate Economics, Real Estate
Development, Strategic Planning
Degrees/University: Birmingham School of Law; The
University of Alabama B.S. in Real Estate and Finance
Previous Companies: Carter Real Estate
Billy
Hatmaker
blhatmaker@cba.ua.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Adjunct Professor
Endorsed Skills: Higher Education, Data Analysis,
Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Marketing
Strategy, Project Management
Degrees/University: MIT Sloan School of Management
MBA in Marketing and Management
Previous Companies: BellSouth
Allen
Henry
ahenry@cba.ua.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Clinical Professor
Endorsed Skills: Public Speaking, Leadership, Research,
Strategic Planning, Higher Education, Data Analysis,
Event Planning, Marketing
Degrees/University: Harvard University MBA in
Business /Commerce; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Metallurgical Engineering
Previous Companies: KnightSign Industries Inc.
(current), Park Transfer and Storage Inc. (current)
Mike
Brooks
Alabama International Trade Center,
2011-present
Alabama
Position/Title: Associate Director
Endorsed Skills: Strategic Planning, Operations
Management, international Trade, Market Research,
International Business, Business Staretegy, Management,
International Relations, Public Relations, Nonprofits
University of Alabama B.S. in Strategy
Previous Companies: Alabama Procurement Technical
Assistance Center Program, Alabama International Trade
Center

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Bill
Petty
The University of Alabama, 2007-present
bpetty@cba.ua.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Clinical Instructor of Operations
Management
Endorsed Skills: Process Improvement, Operations
Management, Forecasting, Six Sigma, Lean
Manufacturing
Degrees/University: Univerity of Cincinnati College of
Business MBA in Operations Management; University
of Cincinnati College of Business B.S. in Industrial
Management
Previous Companies: Club Chef, Inc., O’Gara, H. Nagel &
Son Co., United Biscuits (Keebler Corporate Office)
Trustmark National
Bank
Rita
Floyd
Trustmark National Bank, 2004 present
rfloyd@trustmark.com
Mississippi
Position/Title: Director of Organizational Development
Endorsed Skills: Coaching, Management, Recruiting,
Banking, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning,
Program Management, Team Building, Training,
Performance Management
Degrees/University: Liberty University MBA in Human
Resources; Louisiana State University Graduate School
of Banking; University of Colorado Boulder Human
Reesources Diploma; Mississippi University for Women
B.S. in Office Administration
Previous Companies: Mississippi College
Matt
Skinner
mskinner@fa.ua.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Director of Capital Management and
Estimating
Endorsed Skills: Project Estimation, MS Project,
Contract Negotiation, Construction Management,
Contract Management, Budgets, Project Planning,
Construction, CPM Scheduling
Finance; Sewanee The University of the South B.S. in
Mathematics
Previous Companies: Beers Construction Company,
Dudley Barrett Construction Company, South Central
Steel Inc.
Edith
Parten
eparten@culverhouse.ua.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Communications Director for Culverhouse
College of Commerce
Endorsed Skills: Media Relations, Public Relations,
Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Copywriting,
Social media, Publications, Publicity
Degrees/University: Southeast Tourism Society
Marketing College TMP in Tourism; The University of
Alabama B.A. in Communications
Previous Companies: Alabama Tourism Department,
Alabama Department of Education, WSFA 12 TV, KIRO
TV, WAFF TV, WAAY TV

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Vulcan Value
Partners
WorkDay
Ben
Foster
Vulcan Value Partners, July 2013- present
foster.benjamin@gmail.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Compliance Officer
Endorsed Skills: Media Relations, Politics, Public
Speaking, Event Planning, Political Campaigns,
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Strategic
Communication, Grassroots Organizing
in Strategic Management, Marketing, Operations
Management; The University of Alabama B.S. in
Telecommunication & Film, Political Science
Joe
Gosa
Workday, March 2013- present
joe.gosa@workday.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Solution Consulting Manager, Financials
Endorsed Skills: ERP, Cross-Functional Team
Leadership, Program Management, Project Planning,
Competitive Analysis, Budgets, Business Process,
Process Improvement
Degrees/University: The University of Alabama MBA/MIS
in Healthcare Management; The University of Alabama
B.S. in Healthcare Management
Previous Companies: FedEx
UAB Health Systems
Lauren
Leach
UAB Health System
ltleach@uabmc.edu
Alabama
Position/Title: Director, Strategy & Business
Development
Endorsed Skills: Data Analysis, Strategic Planning,
Business Development, Healthcare Management,
Leadership, Process Improvement
Strategy; The University of Alabama B.S. in Business
Administration and Management
Vulcan Materials
Company
Darren
Hicks
Vulcan Materials Company
Alabama
Position/Title: Director of Human Resources
Endorsed Skills: Leadership, Strategic Planning, Public
Relations, Program Development, community
Outreach
The University of Alabama B.S. in Human Resources

Weldon
Cole
Private Investor, 1999-present
weldoncole@hotmail.com
Alabama
Position/Title: Consultant and Private Investor
University of North Alabama B.S. in Accounting
Previous Companies: Albany International Corporation,
Beloit Corporation,The Continental Can Company, Cities
Service Company, Hurdman Cranstoun Penny & Co.,
Price Waterhouse & Co., U.S. Army
Biography: President of DCH Foundation Board; 1831
Corporation Board of Directors at The University of
Alabama; Culverhouse College of Commerce and
Business Board of Visitors
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ACCENTURE
Geographic Spread: Over 200 cities in 120 countries
Headquarters: Dublin, Ireland; operational administration mostly occurs in New York City and
Chicago.
Key Locations: Chicago and New York, though many major U.S. cities have an Accenture office.
Industry: Management Consulting, Technology Services, Outsourcing
Growth Forecast: 9-10% revenue growth forecast; 3200 jobs added from 2014-2015.
Industry Outlook: 2.6% revenue growth for the next five years; some business expansion.
Jobs Available: 2000 open (as of February 2015); entry-level positions tend to be either
technology-focused or financial services-focused.
Career Website: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Data analysis, strategic planning, risk assessment, financial
analysis.
Hiring & employment policies: For internships & entry-level: apply through on-campus career
services. Accenture offers “flexible work hours” and “work-from-home” arrangements, as well
as tuition reimbursements for employees.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those in computer technology-related fields.
Notable Facts: Workforce is 36% female.
Awards: 2013 & 2014, Awards for Diversity in hiring; Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to
Work For, 2009-2015.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Skills to Succeed – international job training program;
disaster relief donations; company focus on environmental sustainability.
ALABAMA BANKING DEPARTMENT
Geographic Spread: AL
Headquarters: Montgomery, AL
Key Locations: Montgomery; Hoover (Birmingham)
Industry: Financial Services Regulation, Government
Industry Outlook: 1.9% revenue growth over the next five years; some business expansion.
Career Website: Applicants for internships typically go through the University of Alabama
Manderson MBA Career Services office.
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Accounting, auditing, financial markets, risk assessment, law.
Hiring & employment policies: Applicants for internships typically go through the University of
Alabama Manderson MBA Career Services office.

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ALABAMA CREDIT UNION
Geographic Spread: AL
Headquarters: Tuscaloosa, AL
Key Locations: Branch offices around the state of AL
Industry: Banking (Credit Union)
Growth Forecast: Because ACU is owned by its members and provides services only to members,
it does not issue growth forecasts.
Industry Outlook: Overall good; due to a recovering economy, credit unions are expected to
increase employment by 2.0% over the next five years. However, credit unions will compete
heavily on customers returning to the banking and financial market.
Jobs Available: 2 open (July 2015)
Career Website: https://www.alabamacu.com/About/Careers
Notable Facts: Alabama Credit Union is a not-for-profit enterprise that is owned by its members.
The Board of Directors is composed of volunteers.
Awards: Best Companies to Work for in Alabama (2013, 2014)
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Alabama Credit Union started the Secret Meals for Hungry
Children program. In this program, ACU, along with food banks and regular volunteers, put
together healthy weekend meals for needy children so that they can get proper nutrition without
shame. Currently this program feeds over 2000 needy children.

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AMERICAN RED CROSS
Geographic Spread: Across the US
Headquarters: Washington, DC
Key Locations: Various offices across the US
Industry: Humanitarian Aid, Emergency Relief
Industry Outlook: Demand is anticipated to rise over the next 5 years, due to increased chances
for natural disasters.
Jobs Available: Over 500, including paid internships
Career Website: http://www.redcross.org/about-us/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Marketing, sales, finance, human resource management,
fundraising, biology, chemistry, medicine, project management.
Hiring & employment policies: Red Cross internships are 10 weeks long and can be paid or
unpaid. Many take place at headquarters in Washington, DC. Most internships occur during the
summer, but some are available in the fall and/or spring.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with medical or biology/chemistry backgrounds. Lab work
experience would be especially helpful.
Notable Facts: The Red Cross supplies over 65% of emergency blood supplies within the United
States. The Red Cross also takes part in many disaster recovery operations, including reuniting
families separated by disaster.
Awards: The American Red Cross has received awards from fellow non-profits such as Habitat
for Humanity. The Red Cross also gives many awards every year to volunteers and groups that go
above and beyond the call of duty in disaster relief and humanitarian aid.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: The Red Cross is itself a humanitarian organization. In fact,
many companies, such as Lowe’s and Cisco, conduct corporate social responsibility activities in
coordination with the Red Cross.
ARLINGTON FAMILY OFFICES
Headquarters: Birmingham, AL
Industry: Private Investment, Tax, Estate Planning
Industry Outlook: Private Banking overall has a projected 4.7% revenue growth for the next five
years.
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Accounting, financial management, portfolio management.
Notable Facts: Arlington serves multi-generational families who want to manage their wealth for
future generations.

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AT&T
Geographic Spread: The US and 11 Latin American countries, with jobs available in other
countries such as India and Slovakia
Headquarters: Dallas, TX
Key Locations: Atlanta, GA; Quantico, VA Columbia, MD; Springfield, Virginia; Washington, DC;
Bratislava, Slovakia
Industry: Telecommunications
Growth Forecast: Due to recent acquisitions such as DirecTV as well as expansion of its AT&T
U-verse wireless internet, AT&T’s overall growth forecast looks good.
Industry Outlook: Telecommunications industry revenue is projected to grow 2.2% over the next 5
years in the United States; global revenues should grow 2.8%.
Jobs Available: Dozens of jobs open with AT&T corporate, including student internships.
Career Website: http://att.jobs/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Project management, Computer programming, Electrical/
computer engineering, Cybersecurity, Accounting, Data Analytics, Human resource management.
Additionally, because of AT&T’s contracts with the military, former and current military members
have an edge for positions that require security clearances or close work with military forces.
Hiring & employment policies: AT&T frequently uses tests to determine if an applicant fits; these
tests may be skills tests or role-play scenarios. AT&T also has both technology and corporate
internships for undergraduate and graduate students.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with electrical/computer engineering or technology
backgrounds, including programming and application development.
Notable Facts: AT&T has been recognized multiple times by DiversityInc as committed to
employment diversity among racial minorities, the LGBT community, and the military.
Awards: Number 10 of Top 50 Companies for Diversity (from DiversityInc in 2014); Number 12 in
Best for Veterans Employees (from Military Times Edge in 2014), among many others.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: AT&T sponsors the AT&T Foundation, which focuses on
community development to underserved and minority populations, including women, racial
minorities, the disabled, LGBT groups, and military and veteran service members and their
dependents. AT&T also sponsors minority business programs as well as nonprofit groups such
as the Boys & Girls Club of America.

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BANK OF TUSCALOOSA
Geographic Spread: Bank of Tuscaloosa is located only within the city of Tuscaloosa, AL; however,
its parent company, Synovus, has locations throughout Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina,
and Tennessee.
Key Locations: Synovus, Bank of Tuscaloosa’s holding company, is headquartered in Columbus,
GA
Industry: Banking and Financial Services
Industry Outlook: Commercial banking revenue is expected to grow 6% over the next five years.
Jobs Available: Over 130 within the Synovus family of companies.
Career Website: https://bankoftuscaloosa.synovus.com/?id=8
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Finance, Financial Risk Analysis, Accounting, IT/Computer
programming, Legal/compliance, Marketing, Human resource management.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those with computer science backgrounds.
Notable Facts: Bank of Tuscaloosa has six locations throughout the Tuscaloosa and Northport
area.
Awards: Synovus and Bank of Tuscaloosa received 11 National Customer Service Awards from
Greenwich Associates in 2011

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BERKELEY RESEARCH GROUP LLC
Geographic Spread: Worldwide
Headquarters: Emeryville, CA
Key Locations: 26 offices across the US as well as Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Bogotá, Colombia;
London, United Kingdom; and Perth, Australia. Other offices are open in Asia and Latin America.
Industry: Professional Services (expert testimony, litigation support, authoritative studies,
strategic advice, and document and data analytics).
Industry Outlook: The expert witness consulting industry should see a revenue growth of 6.5%
over the next 5 years in the United States; digital forensic services revenues should grow 9.0%
Jobs Available: About two dozen available presently, including internships
Career Website: http://www.thinkbrg.com/careers.html
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Economics, Finance, Statistics, Accounting, Marketing. Most
positions require some experience with relational databases. A legal or mathematics background
may also be helpful
Hiring & employment policies: BRG looks for candidates who are well-organized and can meet
strict deadlines. BRG often conducts interviews that test an applicant’s skill with certain kinds of
software or accounting practices. Employees can expect to work with academic researchers who
are the top in their fields, as well as with team members around the globe, on complex and often
groundbreaking projects
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with applied math background
Notable Facts: BRG experts include former politicians, academics, and business professionals.
BRG focuses on many practice areas, particularly healthcare, public policy, and information
technology
Awards: The Global Competition Review has ranked BRG as one of the Top 20 Economics Firms in
the world in both 2012 and 2013.

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Chick-fil-A
Geographic Spread: Mostly associated with the Southeast, though franchise locations can be
found in much of the US
Headquarters: College Park, GA
Key Locations: Atlanta, GA (most corporate jobs for Chick-fil-A are in this location).
Industry: Food Service (Fast Food).
Growth Forecast: Good; Chick-fil-A is currently expanding in the U.S., but no plans for overseas
Industry Outlook: 1.9% revenue growth over the next five years; some business expansion
Jobs Available: 12 entry-level, 20 experienced professional (as of July 2015); entry-level jobs
focus on IT and accounting; experienced professional jobs are varied
Career Website: http://www.chick-fil-a.com/Company/Careers-Guide
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Accounting, computer engineering, programming, IT risk
analysis.
Hiring & employment policies: For all positions including internships, applicants should use
Chick-fil-A’s online career portal. Chick-fil-A offers many benefits, including on-site childcare
and a fitness center
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those in technology-related fields
Notable Facts: Chick-fil-A sponsors the Peach Bowl every year
Awards: Recognized by LATINO magazine in their “Latino 100” listing in 2014 as a company that
provides more opportunities for Latino employees
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Mostly conducted through the Chick-fil-A Foundation, which
sponsors many different charities. Employees are encouraged to volunteer

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CIGNA HEALTHSPRING
Geographic Spread: Across 30 countries, including the US, the United Kingdom, Korea, India,
Indonesia, and New Zealand
Headquarters: Bloomfield, CT (Cigna); Franklin, TN (HealthSpring); Wilmington, DE (Cigna Global
Health Benefits)
Industry: Managed Healthcare, Insurance
Industry Outlook: Health insurance is forecasted to have revenue growth of 3.1% over the next
5 years. While legislation has imposed new regulations on healthcare insurers, the same
legislation will also increase demand.
Career Website: http://www.cigna.com/careers/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Data analytics, Legal/compliance, Finance, Accounting,
Marketing, Project Management, Change management
Hiring & employment policies: Cigna’s work in many countries mean that employees with a
demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity stand a good chance of being hired. Bilingual
skills in languages where Cigna is present (Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Spanish, etc.) are a plus
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with backgrounds in medicine/healthcare and technology/
programming
Notable Facts: Anthem Insurance recently announced a deal to acquire Cigna on July 24, 2015.
Awards: Cigna has won a variety of awards, including the 2015 Department of Defense Freedom
Award, which is awarded to companies who go above and beyond to support employees in the
National Guard and the Reserve
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Cigna participates in a multitude of philanthropic and social
responsibility campaigns, including a Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan that focuses on
environmentally friendly business practices. Cigna also sponsors the Cigna Foundation, which
sponsors nonprofits and charities. Cigna also gives each employee 8 hours of paid time per year
that they can use for volunteer efforts

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Citigroup
Headquarters: Manhattan, NY
Industry: Banking, Financial Services
Industry Outlook: Trust investment banking revenue is projected to grow 4.7%
Jobs Available: No number given; jobs are available in the U.S. and globally, including summer
internships.
Career Website: http://careers.citigroup.com/Careers/Default.jsp?lang=en
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Finance, accounting, human resource management, marketing,
legal, operations management, project management, risk analysis. Bilingual skills are a plus.
Hiring & employment policies: Citigroup has summer associate positions available for students.
These opportunities include North American positions as well as global positions. Citigroup also
actively recruits minority graduates
STEM-Friendly: Those with backgrounds in technology may find a niche here in one of the
technology groups
Notable Facts: Citigroup is the third largest bank holding company in the United States measured
by assets
Awards: Citigroup has won numerous awards, among them Global Finance’s Best Trade Finance
Bank Awards (2015)
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Citigroup sponsors the Citi Foundation, which focuses on
sponsoring economic progress around the globe
THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
Geographic Spread: Global
Headquarters: Atlanta, GA
Key Locations: Many worldwide
Industry: Beverages (Soda, Energy Drinks, Health Drinks, Bottled Water).
Growth Forecast: Coke is calling 2015 a “transition year,” though Coke’s overall sales and
earnings have met or exceeded expectations.
Industry Outlook: 2.0% growth in the industry over the next 5 years, mostly due to rising demand
for energy and sports drinks.
Jobs Available: 112 in North America, 80 in Europe, 6 in Latin America, 11 in Eurasia & Africa, and
88 in Asia & Pacific
Career Website: http://www.coca-colacompany.com/careers/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Many – operations management, foreign language skills, social
media marketing, financial analytics, chemistry/chemical engineering, and more
Hiring & employment policies: Coca-Cola is committed to diversity in its hiring and employment
practices.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for chemical engineers or chemistry graduates
Notable Facts: Coke runs a “World of Coke” exhibit in Atlanta, Georgia, that showcases Coke’s
history and its global reach, including a tasting center where visitors can taste some of Coke’s
various brands from around the world.
Awards: Coca-Cola has received a myriad of awards, including the 2014 Award for Corporate
Excellence from the Secretary of State.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Coke sponsors the Coca-Cola Foundation, which invests in
several charitable ventures. Coke also gives grants to nonprofits.

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CORE STRENGTHS MANAGEMENT
CONSULTING
Geographic Spread: US
Headquarters: Cincinnati, OH
Key Locations: Cincinnati, OH
Industry: Management Consulting, Business Strategy Consulting
Industry Outlook: The management consulting industry is projected to grow 3.6% over the next 5
years as the economy continues to expand.
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Business strategy, change management, leadership
EQUIFAX
Key Locations: Equifax has operations not only in the US but 18 other countries (including Canada,
Mexico, India, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Russia, and Spain, as well as many countries in South
and Central America).
Industry: Credit Risk Assessment; Human Resource, Payroll, and Tax Management (through
Equifax Workforce Solutions)
Growth Forecast: Equifax’s future growth projections are good because of its acquisitions spree,
along with its efficiency at generating higher revenues while keeping capital expenditures low.
Industry Outlook: The credit reporting industry should see a rise in revenues of 3.7% due to
economic conditions becoming more favorable, leading consumers to take on more loans. As
loan numbers rise, banks’ need for expert credit risk analysis will also rise.
Jobs Available: Nearly 400 positions available worldwide.
Career Website: http://www.equifax.com/about-equifax/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Data analytics, Software engineering, Operations management,
Legal/compliance, Marketing, Project management
Hiring & employment policies: Equifax offers an extremely competitive benefits package that goes
beyond just health insurance and retirement; the company also offers tuition reimbursement
towards courses that are geared towards professional development
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with computer programming or software development
backgrounds.
Notable Facts: One of the “big three” credit reporting agencies, along with Experian and
TransUnion. Equifax is either #1 or #2 in the market of every country it operates in.
Awards: Equifax Workforce Solutions won a Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Technology Award
in 2014.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Equifax allows all of its employees to take one paid day
off per year for volunteer work. Additionally, Equifax sponsors the Equifax Foundation, which
partners with various nonprofits, such as Junior Achievement and Teach for America.

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FedEx
Headquarters: Memphis, TN
Industry: Shipping, Logistics Consulting
Growth Forecast: FedEx announced in April 2015 that it had acquired its European rival TNT
Express and will be expanding operations in Europe.
Industry Outlook: Delivery and shipping service revenues are forecast to grow 2.0% over the next 5
years in the United States, while freight and logistics services will grow 1.4%.
Jobs Available: Over 150 jobs in the United States and 18 jobs in Canada
Career Website: http://careers.van.fedex.com/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Engineering, Accounting/auditing, Legal/compliance, Operations
and supply chain management, Data analytics, Marketing, Finance, Computer programming.
Hiring & employment policies: FedEx offers summer internships to students in a wide variety of
disciplines, as well as year-long co-ops for engineering students. FedEx also heavily recruits
former and current military service members.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly to students in engineering (especially mechanical, aeronautics,
or industrial engineering) as well as those in computer science and programming.
Notable Facts: More than 40% of FedEx employees, including 28% of management, are minorities.
FedEx also gives it employees numerous awards every year for excellence in business areas such
as safety, community responsibility, and customer service.
Awards: FedEx has received many awards; among them are Logistics Management Magazine
awards in the Quest for Quality competition (2012, 2013, and 2014).
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: FedEx gives to three main kinds of nonprofits: Disaster
Readiness and Relief, Pedestrian and Road Safety, and Environmental Sustainability. However,
FedEx also works with nonprofits such as Junior Achievement, Teach for America, and FIRST
Robotics to promote youth education. FedEx has also been involved in projects to eradicate
blindness.

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GABBY FURNITURE
Geographic Spread: Across the US and Canada
Headquarters: Pelham, AL
Key Locations: Most locations are dealers, though there are show rooms in Las Vegas, Atlanta,
and High Point, NC
Industry: Furniture
Industry Outlook: 2.3% revenue growth over the next 5 years, with a 0.5% increase in employment
within the industry
Career Website: http://gabbyhome.com/careers/
Hiring & employment policies: Gabby is looking for hardworking and passionate people. They
offer a competitive benefits package, including profit sharing and dental/vision insurance.
Notable Facts: Gabby Furniture is named after the founder’s grandmother.
Awards: Best of Houzz Award for Client Satisfaction, 2014 & 2015
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Gabby Furniture supports Lifeline Adoption Services and the
American Cancer Society.
Frito-Lay/PepsiCo
Headquarters: Purchase, NY
Key Locations: For research and development, Valhalla, NY; other offices around the globe
Industry: Beverages, Snack Food
Growth Forecast: Good; overall earnings are up and are exceeding expectations
Industry Outlook: 2.0% growth in the beverage industry over the next 5 years, mostly due to rising
demand for energy and sports drinks; over 3.5% growth in the snack food industry over the next 5
years, in part due to a strengthening economic outlook.
Jobs Available: Over 1000 available
Career Website: http://www.pepsicojobs.com/en
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Supply chain logistics, marketing, financial analytics, data
analytics, human resources management, chemistry/chemical engineering
STEM-Friendly: Particularly friendly to those in chemistry or chemical engineering.
Notable Facts: Pepsico is working on many health initiatives, including cutting calories from its
beverage and snack products and acquiring health-oriented brands.
Awards: Pepsico has won many awards, among them Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies
(2015).
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Pepsi sponsors the Pepsico Foundation which focuses
on nutrition, clean water, and education. Pepsico also supports the United Way and the YMCA,
among other charities.

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GE Healthcare
Headquarters: Fairfield, CT
Key Locations: Fairfield, CT
Industry: Healthcare
Jobs Available: Over 300 in the US
Career Website: http://www3.gehealthcare.com/en/global_gateway
STEM-Friendly: Yes
Notable Facts: GE Healthcare is a subsidiary of General Electric (GE), headquartered in Little
Chalfont, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom. GE Healthcare provides transformational medical
technologies and services helping to deliver patient care to people around the world.
Awards: FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies 2015, Fast Company Most Innovative Com-
panies 2014; Barron’s World’s Most Respected Companies 2014; Forbes World’s Most Valuable
Brands 2014
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: In September 2011, GE Healthcare launched an ambitious
global campaign against cancer, committing $1 billion of its total R&D budget over the next five
years to expand its advanced cancer diagnostic and molecular imaging capabilities, as well as its
advanced technologies for the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals and for cancer research.
GEORGIA-PACIFIC
Geographic Spread: North America, South America, and Europe
Industry: Paper and Pulp Manufacturing
Industry Outlook: Slight decline over the next 5 years
Jobs Available: Over 900 positions in the United States and Canada, with Georgia-Pacific or one of
its subsidiaries. Georgia-Pacific also offers supply chain internships.
Career Website: https://www.gp.com/Careers/Search-for-a-job
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Engineering, supply chain and operations management, account-
ing, sales and marketing
Hiring & employment policies: Georgia-Pacific has competitive employee benefits beyond health
insurance, life insurance, and retirement savings; Georgia-Pacific also sponsors an employee
wellness plan.
STEM-Friendly: Georgia-Pacific offers entry-level engineering jobs
Notable Facts: Georgia-Pacific offers a scholarship program to the children of its employees.
Awards: Georgia-Pacific has won many awards, particularly those for environmental compliance
and sustainability. In 2009, the EPA gave Georgia-Pacific a SmartWay Excellence Award for
innovative collaboration regarding air pollution.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Georgia-Pacific takes part in many philanthropic activities,
including donating land to the Nature Conservancy, giving large donations to volunteer fire
departments, and founding the Georgia-Pacific Foundation, which administers charitable
ventures in the categories of education, enrichment, environmentalism, and entrepreneurship.

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GPM ADVISORY, LLC
Headquarters: Trussville, AL
Key Locations: Trussville, AL
Industry: Healthcare Consulting
Industry Outlook: There is a projected 5.1% revenue growth for healthcare consulting over the
next 5 years, due to an aging population and more health consciousness.
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Healthcare management, strategic consulting
HOSPICE ADVANTAGE, LLC
Geographic Spread: 14 states: Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota,
Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wisconsin..
Headquarters: Bay City, MI
Key Locations: Branch offices in all 14 aforementioned states.
Industry: Hospice, Healthcare
Growth Forecast: Good; in 2014 Hospice Advantage made acquisitions in 2014 and opened new
locations.
Industry Outlook: Revenue and industry shrinkage due to cuts to Medicaid and Medicare payouts.
Jobs Available: Nearly 300 posted in the last 30 days, though many are focused on those with
nursing degrees and experience. Of positions that are open, most of the MBA-applicable ones are
in marketing.
Career Website: http://www.hospiceadvantage.net/careers/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Marketing, knowledge of the health care industry. This industry
benefits from highly empathetic individuals in both patient care and marketing.
STEM-Friendly: STEM applicants with a medical background may have an advantage
Notable Facts: Hospice Advantage shares inspiring patient stores on its website.
Awards: Hospice Advantage offers in-house awards to employees and offices that demonstrate
patient care that is above and beyond the norm.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Hospice Advantage supports Hospice Angels, which provides
care, last wishes, and bereavement support to hospice patients and their loved ones.

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LOWE’S
Geographic Spread: The US, Canada, Mexico, and Australia (as Master’s Home Improvement)
Headquarters: Mooresville, NC
Key Locations: Wilkesboro, NC; Toronto, Ontario; Monterrey, Mexico
Industry: Home Improvement, Retail
Growth Forecast: 4.0-4.5% sales growth (per year)
Industry Outlook: 5.3% revenue growth over the next 5 years
Jobs Available: Over 180 corporate jobs available
Career Website: https://careers.lowes.com/areas_corporate.aspx
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Project management, software engineering, business strategy,
supply chain logistics, financial analytics, statistical analysis
Hiring & employment policies: LOWE’s has a very broad equal opportunity policy that includes
race, sex, disability, etc., but also includes categories such as sexual orientation and genetics.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those in computer science/programming
Notable Facts: Lowe’s has been in business since 1921, and has participated in many racing
sponsorships, from NASCAR to Le Mans.
Awards: Lowe’s has received a variety of awards, including awards for workplace diversity,
workplace health initiatives, and environmental sustainability.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Lowe’s is involved in several philanthropic and socially
responsible ventures every year, including the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation.
Lowe’s Foundation funds nonprofits that fulfill the company’s charitable goals; among them are
the Boys and Girls Club of America and the Nature Conservancy. More information can be found
at Lowe’s website.

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M&H VALVE
Geographic Spread: M&H Valve is a subsidiary of the McWane family of companies, which has
operations in the US, Australia, Canada, Chile, China, India, Norway, and the UAE.
Headquarters: Anniston, AL
Key Locations: Anniston, AL for M&H Valve; other McWane family companies have operations in
Birmingham, AL; Huntsville, AL; Corona, CA; and Tyler, TX, among others.
Industry: Manufacturing (primarily fire protection and water distribution products such as fire
hydrants and check valves).
Growth Forecast: McWane has seen steady growth for over 90 years; given the current industry
outlook, some expansion is expected.
Industry Outlook: Revenues in the valve manufacturing industry are expected to grow 2.3% over
the next 5 years.
Jobs Available: There are no jobs available at M&H Valve at present, but there are jobs available
with other companies within the McWane umbrella.
Career Website: http://mcwane-fo.luceosolutions.com/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Accounting, Engineering, Communications.
Hiring & employment policies: Experience in manufacturing environments is preferred.
STEM-Friendly: Yes; some positions require engineering or mathematical backgrounds.
Notable Facts: M&H Valve is part of the McWane family of companies. McWane is headquartered
in Birmingham, AL
Awards: M&H Valve has won several awards, including a 2009 Outstanding Environmental
Excellence award.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: M&H Valve partners with organizations in the Calhoun
County area to support and enhance the area’s well-being. The McWane company as a whole
focuses on protecting the environment through compliance initiatives, including limiting the
amount of mercury contamination from foundries and manufacturing sustainable products.
MATHER ECONOMICS, LLC
Geographic Spread: Global
Key Locations: Atlanta, GA
Industry: Finance/Applied Finance
Industry Outlook: Global consulting firms in general are growing.
Career Website: http://www.mathereconomics.com/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Economics/Econometrics, Data Analysis, Finance
STEM-Friendly: Less so than others, except for mathematicians skilled in data analysis or
econometrics.
Notable Facts: 18th Fastest Growing Business in 2015 (According to the University of Georgia).
Awards: Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing Businesses List, 2014

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MUZE
Geographic Spread: Across the US; activities seem to be mostly focused in the Southeast.
Key Locations: Atlanta, GA
Industry: Marketing, Advertising, Employee Recruitment
Industry Outlook: Revenue for HR consulting will grow 3.2% over the coming 5 years; demand for
marketing consultants will also continue to grow with economic recovery
Career Website: https://www.muzebranding.com
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Marketing, advertising, human resources management.
Notable Facts: MUZE’s employees run a blog that discusses current trends in marketing and
company recruitment at http://blog.muzebranding.com/.
NEEP
Geographic Spread: The Northeastern US
Headquarters: Lexington, MA
Industry: Nonprofit focused on efficient energy usage
Jobs Available: None currently available. Internships are available during semesters as well as
the summer.
Career Website: http://www.neep.org/about/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Public policy experience, Finance, Engineering.
Hiring & employment policies: Internships offer the possibility of field travel for experience.
NEEP seeks interns and employees with a passion to be an advocate for energy efficiency.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly to those in Engineering
Notable Facts: NEEP began in 1996 and works closely with governments, businesses, and other
energy efficiency programs.
Awards: The EPA recently recognized NEEP with a 2015 Energy Star Partner of the Year award.

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NXP SEMICONDUCTORS
Geographic Spread: Worldwide; operates in more than 25 countries
Headquarters: Eindhoven, the Netherlands
Key Locations: Tokyo, Japan; San Jose, CA
Industry: Electronics Manufacturing, Semiconductor manufacturing
Growth Forecast: Management predicts an 18% midpoint sales growth for 2015
Industry Outlook: Demand will rise, causing a 1.6% increase in revenue, with a corresponding
growth in competition
Jobs Available: Nearly 200 jobs available; over 40 are student positions
Career Website: http://www.nxp.com/careers/overview.html
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Real Estate, IT, Human Resources Management, Operations and
Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy
Hiring & employment policies: NXP offers different “tracks” of career development, including a
Project Management path, a Technology Expert path, or a traditional Line Management route.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those in computer science or engineering-related fields.
Notable Facts: NXP has over 28,000 employees, some 8,000 of which are located in China.
Awards: Two of NXP’s engineers won the EPO European Inventor Award (2015). NXP has also won
numerous Supplier Awards, mostly due to the speed and innovation of its Asian facilities.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Various offices and facilities around the globe participate in
charitable opportunities, from scholarship competitions, to schoolbook donation programs. NXP
facilities also have launched sustainability initiatives to reduce waste.
RANDALL-REILLY PUBLISHING, LLC
Geographic Spread: National
Key Locations: Charlotte, NC
Industry: Publishing, Marketing
Industry Outlook: While the book and magazine publishing industry is poised to decline slightly
over the next 5 years, marketing consulting firms should expect a 2.5% revenue growth over the
next 5 years.
Jobs Available: At least 15 full-time jobs and 2 internships
Career Website: http://www.randallreilly.com/about-us/careers/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Marketing, programming, data analytics, technical writing,
graphic design
Hiring & employment policies: While job postings can be found on the careers portion of Randall-
Reilly’s website, resumes and applications must be sent by mail.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for students in computer science programs.
Notable Facts: Founded in Tuscaloosa in 1934; first published Who’s Who Among Students in
American Colleges & Universities.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Randall-Reilly’s CEO, Mike Reilly, is heavily involved in the
community, including involvement with various charities.

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REGIONS FINANCIAL CORPORATION
Geographic Spread: Throughout the South and Midwest
Key Locations: Birmingham, AL
Industry: Commercial Banking, Investment Banking, Asset Management, Insurance
Growth Forecast: Good; Regions’ latest financial news shows them meeting income forecasts and
exceeding revenue forecasts.
Industry Outlook: Good with challenges; while consumer confidence continues to strengthen and
deposit accounts and loans will be more in demand, banks will face challenges from government
oversight and non-traditional financiers. In particular, investment banking revenue will grow at a
4.7% rate over the next 5 years.
Jobs Available: Over 1000 available; over 100 that require a bachelor’s degree or higher. Regions
also offers a Management Associate Program, which allows new hires learn professional banking
hands-on over the course of several months.
Career Website: https://www.regions.com/about_regions/careers.rf
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Project management, accounting/auditing, financial analysis,
legal/compliance, relationship-building
Hiring & employment policies: Regions requires more extensive background checks, including
fingerprinting, due to the highly sensitive nature of the banking business. Regions also actively
recruits former military members
STEM-Friendly: Particularly friendly to those with computer science backgrounds
Notable Facts: Regions is currently the largest deposit-holder in both Alabama and Tennessee.
Awards: Regions has been awarded numerous awards, including JD Power’s Small Business
Banking Satisfaction Award (2014).
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Regions participates in a variety of activities in both
philanthropy and corporate social responsibility. For example, Regions gives grants to nonprofits
in several areas (environmental, art and culture, health & human services, community and
economic development, and education). Regions also supports the United Way and engages in
activities to help communities, particularly small businesses, grow.

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REPSOL
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
Key Locations: Houston, TX (US headquarters)
Industry: Oil & Gas
Growth Forecast: Repsol has grown exponentially in recent years with its international expansion;
their upstream growth projection through 2016 is 7%.
Industry Outlook: Global oil and gas exploration and production revenues are forecast to grow
4.4% over the next 5 years, with employment growing 1.0% over the same time period.
Jobs Available: No current vacancies at the global level; 4 current vacancies in the United States.
Career Website: http://www.repsol.com/es_en/corporacion/empleo/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Finance (derivatives); Engineering, Programming, Mathematics,
Geosciences, Real Estate.
Hiring & employment policies: Repsol offers a compressed 9/80 workweek, meaning that
employees work 80 hours over 9 days instead of 10, allowing for an extra day off every two weeks.
Additionally, Repsol offers elite new hires the opportunity to attend the Repsol E&P Academy
for 11 months, studying in Madrid, Spain, and Edinburgh, Scotland. Additionally, Repsol offers
summer internships for students in engineering, geosciences, purchasing, real estate, accounting
and finance, trading and operations, and more.
STEM-Friendly: Yes; this company is ideal for almost all concentrations within STEM, but
particularly for those in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or
Mathematics.
Notable Facts: Repsol has a commitment to employee diversity, including an initiative to hire
disabled applicants.
Awards: Repsol’s CEO was named CEO of the Year at Platts Global Energy Awards in 2012.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Repsol has committed itself to several corporate
responsibility initiatives, including those for ethics, transparency, and environmental
sustainability. Repsol also invests in charitable initiatives, especially those that fight poverty and
disease and foster community development along with the arts and culture.

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SARRELL DENTAL & EYE CENTERS
Geographic Spread: Alabama only
Headquarters: Anniston, AL
Key Locations: Offices throughout the state
Industry: Nonprofit, Healthcare.
Growth Forecast: Good
Industry Outlook: Probably good; non-profit healthcare makes up a significant portion of all non-
profit revenues.
Career Website: http://www.sarrelldental.org/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Bilingual (English/Spanish); Business Management; Operations
Management
Hiring & employment policies: To be hired, applicants must complete an online application.
Sarrell accepts applications year-round.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those with a medical background.
Notable Facts: Sarrell also uses a dental “bus” to travel to more rural areas to provide dental
care.
Awards: Recognized by both Forbes and Slate for an unconventional successful business model
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Sarrell Dental is already a non-profit focusing on the dental
and optical needs of children. However, Sarrell contributes to other charities that focus on the
needs of poor children.

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SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Geographic Spread: Worldwide, including the US, France, the UAE, and other countries.
Headquarters: Rueil-Malmaison, France.
Key Locations: Schneider Electric has operations in over 100 countries around the globe.
Industry: Energy Management
Growth Forecast: While no strict growth forecast is available, Schneider Electric is focusing on
growing within new economies.
Industry Outlook: Energy revenues will grow 2.5% over the next 5 years in the United States alone;
more growth is expected in countries that are undergoing industrialization.
Jobs Available: Over 1200 jobs available for English-speakers, with dozens more listed in a variety
of languages (including French, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish).
Career Website: http://www.schneider-electric.com/en/about-us/careers.jsp
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Sales and marketing, Operations and supply chain management,
Business strategy, Engineering, Project Management, Technology management.
Hiring & employment policies: Schneider Electric offers employees the ability to achieve
professional and personal growth through specialized academies for widely varied skills such as
Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Sales Excellence, and more. Bilingualism is a plus.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with engineering or technology-related backgrounds.
Notable Facts: 30% of Schneider’s workforce is women. In some countries, Schneider is able to
provide childcare and elder care services so that employees can enjoy a better work-life balance.
Awards: 10th Greenest Company in the World (Newsweek); 2015 CEO Leadership Award –
Champion in Gender Equality (United Nations Women)
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Schneider Electric sponsors its own foundation, which
focuses on fuel and energy poverty, particularly in developing countries as well as vocational
training for the disadvantaged. Many Schneider employees are involved as delegates of the
Foundation, including retired employees.

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SOUTHERN COMPANY
Geographic Spread: The Southern United States, particularly Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and
Florida.
Key Locations: Birmingham, AL; Pensacola, FL; Gulfport, MS
Industry: Energy, Telecom
Industry Outlook: Electric power transmission industry revenues are forecast to rise 3.2% over the
next 5 years; wireless telecommunication service revenues are forecast to rise 2.2% over the next
5 years; and nuclear power revenues are forecast to rise 2.0% over the next 5 years.
Jobs Available: Several
Career Website: http://www.southerncompany.com/about-us/careers/home.cshtml
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Engineering, Accounting, Human resource management,
Computer programming, Legal/compliance.
Hiring & employment policies: Southern Company actively recruits new graduates and veterans.
Southern Company has extremely competitive benefits that go beyond health insurance and
retirement; employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement for classes they take to help them
on a career path with the company. Southern Company also offers paid maternity leave as well as
adoption leave for both mothers and fathers, along with adoption assistance.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly for those in engineering.
Awards: Southern Company has been ranked in the Top 3 “Most Admired Companies – Oil and
Gas Sector” by Fortune Magazine from 2010-2015, as well as receiving many other awards.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: The Southern Company is involved in many philanthropic
endeavors. One of these is Project SHARE, which provides emergency assistance in housing,
food, medical care, and utility services to the elderly, disabled, unemployed, and sick as well
as others experiencing financial hardship. Also, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, employees are
encouraged to spend the day volunteering.
THE BUILDERS GROUP OF WEST ALABAMA
Geographic Spread: Central-West Alabama
Key Locations: Tuscaloosa, AL
Industry: Construction, Real Estate
Industry Outlook: Industry revenue is poised to grow 4% over the next five years.
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Real Estate
STEM-Friendly: Possibly for engineers; otherwise not particularly
Notable Facts: The Builder’s Group is multifunctional and does residential and commercial
construction as well as remodeling.
Awards: Builder Magazine’s Top 200 Builders in the Nation

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THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Geographic Spread: Tuscaloosa, AL, with “sister campuses” in Birmingham and Huntsville.
Key Locations: Tuscaloosa, AL
Industry: Higher Education
Growth Forecast: Enrollment has increased dramatically over the past several years, with over
30,000 students attending the University’s Tuscaloosa campus each year.
Industry Outlook: 2.3% revenue growth over the next five years
Jobs Available: Many available, though faculty positions and staff positions often have widely
varying required educational backgrounds and skillsets.
Career Website: http://jobs.ua.edu/
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Depends on the job; there are opportunities for those with
backgrounds in project management, accounting, finance, and more.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly within the entire University of Alabama system (including UA-
Birmingham and UA-Huntsville).
Notable Facts: The University also maintains an arboretum in Tuscaloosa and a Sea Lab on
Dauphin Island in the Gulf of Mexico.
Awards: Every year, University departments, faculty, and students receive numerous national
awards.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: The University of Alabama partners with the United Way.

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TRUSTMARK NATIONAL BANK
Geographic Spread: Across the Southeast
Headquarters: Jackson, MS
Key Locations: Offices across Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas.
Industry: Banking and Financial Services, Insurance
Growth Forecast: Since acquiring BankTrust for locations in South Alabama and Florida,
Trustmark’s growth outlook is good. Its expansion into the Gulf Coast area was a favorable sign,
as was its conservative approach to banking.
Industry Outlook: Commercial banking revenue is expected to grow 6% over the next five years.
Jobs Available: Several jobs are currently open; Trustmark also has a summer internship
program that places undergraduate and MBA students in a particular field of interest.
Career Website: https://www.trustmark.com/jobs/careers.html
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Finance, accounting, legal/compliance, project management/
computer programming, relationship building, sales and marketing
Hiring & employment policies: Recruitment for the internship program takes place February 1st-
March 15th.
STEM-Friendly: Not particularly, though candidates with backgrounds in project management or
computer programming may find their skills in demand.
Notable Facts: Trustmark has the second-largest share of deposits in Mississippi.
Awards: Trustmark received the Better Business Bureau’s Integrity awards for ethics and
customer service.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Trustmark associates volunteer time and effort to more
than 80 nonprofits every year; employees can get involved through Trustmark’s Community
Involvement Team. Trustmark also sponsors charities such as the American Cancer Society and
the United Way.
VULCAN VALUE PARTNERS
Geographic Spread: National
Industry: Private Banking, Investment Management
Industry Outlook: Overall growth in private banking in the next five years due to more people
seeking asset management services.
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Portfolio analysis, economics, financial risk analysis
STEM-Friendly: Those with a mathematics background and a finance concentration would do well
here.
Notable Facts: Named for Vulcan, Roman god of the forge, whose statue watches over the city of
Birmingham
Awards: Recognized for its funds management by the Wall Street Journal (2012).

Vulcan Materials Company
Geographic Spread: Across the United States
Industry: Construction Materials
Jobs Available: 200 currently
Career Website: http://www.vulcanmaterials.com/careers
Ideal qualifications or skill sets:“Our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment
of trust, teamwork, positive reinforcement, open-mindedness and communication. Ours is a culture of
mutual respect, integrity and committed spirit.”
Hiring & employment policies: We look for individuals who share our commitment to excellence and ex-
hibit high standards of personal and business integrity. Core competencies we seek to hire and develop
include commitment to the team, dependability, problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, traits of leader-
ship and the ability to set and meet challenging goals.
A sampling of the job opportunities Vulcan offers includes:, Engineering: Civil, Electrical, Environmental,
Mechanical and Mining, Finance, Accounting and Auditing, Geology, Human Resources, Information
Technology, Marketing, Sales and Market Research, Occupational Health and Safety, and Operations and
Production Management.
STEM-Friendly: Yes
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Vulcan is active in a number of industry associations and other
organizations dedicated to standards-setting, research and advocacy in our field: Aggregates Founda-
tion for Research Technology and Education, Mineral Information Institute, National Asphalt Pavement
Association, Transportation Research Board, etc.
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WELLS FARGO ADVISORS
Geographic Spread: Across the US
Headquarters: St. Louis, MO
Key Locations: All over the US; there are both Wells Fargo Advisors locations as well as
unaffiliated broker-dealers
Industry: Financial Advising
Industry Outlook: Revenue for the financial advising industry should rise 3.7% over the next five
years, due to recovering capital markets. Investors, however, will need expert advice due to
instability in key economic indicators such as exchange rates and inflation.
Jobs Available: Information unavailable; those who are interested can inquire about opportunities
one-on-one with Wells Fargo Advisors via their career website.
Career Website: https://www.wellsfargoadvisors.com/about-wells-fargo-advisors/career-
opportunities.htm
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Finance, financial investment, relationship-building.
Hiring & employment policies: Advisors who are willing can work independently in affiliated
offices, or work in tandem with banks to offer financial advising. Wells Fargo Advisors also offers
the opportunity to join unaffiliated broker-dealers.
Notable Facts: Wells Fargo Advisors is a subsidiary of Wells Fargo Bank. The company is
committed to diversity among their employees in demographics such as age, education, ethnic
origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation.
Awards: Wells Fargo Advisors was named the 17th Top Company for Diversity in 2014 by
DiversityInc Magazine.
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Wells Fargo Advisors encourages its employees to log many
volunteer hours. Wells Fargo Advisors also awards grants to many non-profits in areas ranging
from financial education to community development. The company also donates to the United
Way.

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WORKDAY
Headquarters: Pleasanton, CA
Key Locations: Offices in diverse places such as Salt Lake City, UT; Auckland, New Zealand;
Dublin, Ireland; and Causeway Bay, Hong Kong; among others
Industry: Software; Cloud Computing
Growth Forecast: WorkDay increased its client list in 2014 with the addition of Rolls-Royce among
others.
Industry Outlook: Revenue growth for Human Resource Management and Payroll software is
forecast to grow 6.6% over the next 5 years.
Jobs Available: Dozens of jobs are available, both in the US and abroad.
Career Website: http://www.workday.com/company/careers.php
Ideal qualifications or skill sets: Computer programming, software engineering, finance, legal/
compliance, data analytics. Candidates with experience in Cloud Computer, ERP systems, User
Interface Design, and Web Applications Design are highly sought-after.
Hiring & employment policies: Individuals seeking employment at Workday are considered
without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical
or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Multilingual candidates are a plus.
STEM-Friendly: Yes, particularly those with computer engineering, computer programming, cloud
computing, or application/web design backgrounds.
Notable Facts: WorkDay is a relatively young company, founded in 2005. Their focus on diversity
and equal opportunity within their ranks reflects the company’s modern outlook.
Awards: Best Business Application 2010 (The San Francisco Business-Times).
Philanthropy & Social Responsibility: Workday established the Workday Foundation to invest
in charitable projects that focus on innovation and/or provide opportunities to minorities,
women, and veterans. Workday also encourages its employees to volunteer time to nonprofits,
particularly those that focus on breaking the cycle of poverty.

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