Steve Ammons, CEO of the Birmingham Business Alliance, is playing a pivotal role in sculpting the future of the Birmingham, Alabama, region. As a seasoned entrepreneur and political leader, Steve is focused on economic development and information technology, ensuring Birmingham continues to thrive and innovate. #birminghamal #economicdevelopment #realleadership #leaders #alabama #alabamaleaders
The transcendent career of a recovering politician. Before Steve Ammons became the CEO of the Birmingham Business Alliance, he served as a Jefferson County Commissioner, focusing on economic development and information technology. Steve’s journey from entrepreneur to city council member to a key figure in regional economic growth has left a lasting impact on the Birmingham region. In this episode of Real Leadership, we discuss: - How Steve is transforming the Birmingham Business Alliance amid leadership instability - The critical role of workforce development in attracting major employers like the JM Smucker Company - Navigating the challenges of regulation and workforce participation at both local and national levels - The great reads that have shaped Steve’s outlook on leadership Listen to the episode: https://lnkd.in/ePrPA2yH