Based in Alabama: The Spire leader for Alabama and Mississippi demonstrates the essence of people-first leadership
In a tight-knit neighborhood in downtown Birmingham, Joe Hampton grew up witnessing his parents tirelessly helping their Platt city neighbors. “I came from humble beginnings,” Hampton recalled. “My dad worked in the mines and my mom was at a local salon. They didn’t earn much, but they were always ready to lend a hand when […]
Policy-driven gentrification: The impact of infrastructure expansion on the essence of Black Memphis
Change in Memphis: A Community’s Struggle The Memphis neighborhood, particularly its black community, is undergoing rapid transformation. It’s more than just change; it reflects a historical pattern—one that echoes past injustices, still very much alive in certain ways. Seeing a neighborhood evolving as people come and go is one thing. However, when changes are driven […]
Grounded in Alabama: The President of Spire Alabama and Mississippi is demonstrating the essence of people-first leadership.
Joe Hampton: A Lifelong Commitment to Community and Leadership In a close-knit neighborhood in downtown Birmingham, young Joe Hampton watched his parents work tirelessly, always ready to lend a hand to their Platt City neighbors. “I came from a humble beginning,” Hampton reflects. His father was a miner and his mother a beauty salon worker. […]
George McMillan represented the essence of friendship and local politics
George McMillan’s Legacy George McMillan, a notable figure in Alabama politics, passed away at 81 over Easter weekend in Birmingham. He was truly destined for the political arena, characterized by a vibrant personality that drew people in effortlessly. It seemed fitting that his funeral was more a celebration of life than a somber occasion. The […]