W. Grant Lynch

Alabama Power Co. engages in the generation, distribution and sale of electricity. The firm owns coal reserves near its Plant Gorgas and uses the output of coal from the reserves in its generating plants. It also sells, and cooperates with dealers in promoting the sale of electric appliances. The company was founded by William Patrick Lay, James Mitchell and Thomas W. Martin on December 4, 1906 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

Cooper Group of Cos provides terminal services for break bulk and containerized cargo. The private company is based in Mobile, AL and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company's logistics companies offer supply chain management and multi-services packages including barging, warehousing, rail and truck services, and stevedoring for all types of cargoes. The company was founded in 1905 by Angus Royal Cooper.

McWane, Inc. manufactures and markets cast iron pipes, valves and hydrants. Its product groups include ductile iron pipe, fire suppression, pressure vessels, plumbing, valve hydrant, and waterworks fittings. The company was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

EBSCO Industries, Inc. engages in the provision of information, publishing, digital media, manufacturing, distribution, real estate, and insurance services. The company was founded by Elton Bryson Stephens Sr. and Alys Robinson Stephens in 1944 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

EBSCO Publishing, Inc. publishes books for libraries and also provides news through the Internet. It offers audio books, ebooks, digital archives, and other online products. EBSCO serves customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Burr & Forman LLP engages in the provision of business and litigation services. Its business division specializes in alternative and renewable energy, antitrust, avoidance actions, business and succession planning, commercial and corporate finance, commercial real estate finance, construction law-business, debtor in possession financing, distressed mergers and acquisitions, economic development, employee benefits, entertainment, financial institution regulation, franchise and sales representation, healthcare, insurance regulation, and intellectual property. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

Alabama State Port Authority provides transportation services. The firm also operates the port of mobile in Mobile, Alabama. The port of mobile includes facilities for handling general cargo, liquid bulk and dry bulk cargo (coal, iron ore). The company was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Mobile, AL.

American Bar Association provides legal services. It provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, legal information and other services to assist legal professionals. The firm has members which include judges, court administrators, law professors, and non-practicing attorneys. The company was founded on August 21, 1878 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc. manufactures building products. Its products include decking, columns, fence, kiln-dried, dimensional lumber, timbers, railing accessories, steps stringers and treads, lattice, porch flooring, and siding. The company was founded by James W. Rane in 1970 and is headquartered in Abbeville, AL.

The Economic Development Partnership of Alabama, Inc. assists in economic development programs. Its focus on helping the state attract and retain industry. The firm fills a role in the industrial recruitment process by marketing and promoting Alabama as a business location, and by providing research, information and proposals to companies and consultants that are actively searching for a site. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

Alabama Symphony Orchestra operates as a music orchestra pushing the boundaries of music through concert, education and creativity. The company was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

United Way of Central Alabama, Inc. supports social agencies and programs. The company was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

Birmingham Bar Association works to support its members in their practices, and to promote justice and public service. The firm engages in furthering the legal education of members, promoting needed reform in the law, facilitating access to justice, and encouraging camaraderie, integrity, and a spirit of courtesy and goodwill among membership. The company was founded on April 15, 1885 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.

The Business Council of Alabama operates as a chamber of commerce. The non-profit company is based in Montgomery, AL.

Founded in 1905, Cooper Marine & Timberlands Corp. is a part of Cooper Group of Cos and provides a range of services including stevedoring, logistics, tugboat, terminal, forestry, and shipyard repair services. The company is based in Mobile, AL.

Coosa Country Club Corp. is a club located in Rome, GA that offers amenities such as golf, tennis, dining, special events, swimming, and fitness. The club has a beautiful eighteen-hole championship golf course, eleven tennis courts with both clay and hard-court surfaces, an olympic-size swimming complex, and a fitness center. The club has been a beloved and invaluable asset to the community for over a century.

SouthFirst Bank provides banking services for financial institutions. It operates as a chartered mutual savings and loan association under the name Sylacauga Federal Savings and Loan. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Sylacauga, AL.

The Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce is a business organization located in Sylacauga, AL. The Chamber provides a platform for businesses to connect with each other and grow through its business directory, economic development initiatives, and one-on-one business consulting services. Additionally, the Chamber keeps the community informed about local events and deals through its website.

Bryant Bank offers personal and commercial banking services. The firm also provides mortgage banking and correspondent banking services. The company was founded by Paul W. Bryant, Jr. in 2005 and is headquartered in Tuscaloosa, AL.

The Birmingham Jewish Federation provides social services. The non-profit company is based in Birmingham, AL.

The Alabama Sports Hall of Fame is a sports museum located in Alabama. The museum is dedicated to honoring those who have brought lasting fame and honor to the state through their achievements in sports.

The Eyesight Foundation of Alabama functions as a foundation. The private company is based in Birmingham, AL.

Mountain Brook Athletics provides sports services for children and youth. The private company is based in Birmingham, AL.

Part of Eastport Holdings LLC (Tennessee), The Cooper Group, Inc. is a company based in Mobile, AL. The Cooper Group, Inc. has operations on all three coasts and internationally, with ownership in numerous satellite companies. The Cooper Group provides services such as stevedoring, logistics, tugboats, barges, terminal operations, forestry operations, vessel repair, and restaurants. The company's experienced team, state-of-the-art equipment, and automated facilities ensure fast, efficient, and cost-effective movement of cargo. The company, founded in 1905 by Angus Royal Cooper, is anchored by one of the oldest and largest stevedoring and maritime firms. The Cooper Group was acquired by EdgeCore Ltd., part of Eastport Holdings LLC (Tennessee), on February 02, 2015.