In this episode, Mobile Chamber President & CEO Bradley Byrne sits down with Abe and Carl Harper of Harper Technologies LLC to talk about the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity and why businesses of every size should be paying attention. From phishing scams and ransomware attacks to AI-driven threats and wire fraud, the Harper brothers break down the real-world risks facing companies today and explain how businesses can better protect their data, networks and people. The conversation also explores Harper Technologies’ journey from a childhood dream in Mobile to one of the region’s trusted providers of managed IT, cybersecurity and infrastructure services. Along the way, they share practical advice for business owners on employee training, spam prevention, zero trust security and why cybersecurity is no longer optional in today’s connected economy. Mobile Matters is powered by the Mobile Chamber. Episode Sponsor: Visit Mobile

The University of South Alabama has established the Mayor Sandy Stimpson Leadership Scholarship in Business and Engineering in honor of former Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson, who served as the city’s 108th mayor from 2013 until 2025.

A total of $243,784 was raised by the Mobile Chamber Foundation and friends of the Stimpsons to support the initiative. Of that amount, $238,384 is designated for the creation of the scholarship endowment, while $5,400 will provide two immediate $2,700 awards for junior students in business and engineering.

Visit Mobile is celebrating the Dora Franklin Finley African American Heritage Trail, which earned the #4 spot on USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards for Best History Tour in 2026.

Rogers & Willard, a Mobile-based general contractor, has been awarded the Safe Day Eagle Award by Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama (ABC Alabama), recognizing Read More >>>

The Original Oyster House awarded its 21st Annual Chelsea Garvin Spirit Scholarship to Mary Katherine Crowell of Bayside Academy who plans to attend Auburn University this Read More >>>

The Mobile Chamber recognized Liz Freeman, CEO of Long’s Human Resource Services, as the 2026 Freida G. Maisel Businesswoman of the Year during its 189th Annual Meeting on April 23 at the Mobile Alabama Cruise Terminal.

The Mobile Chamber and its Military Affairs Committee honored retired, active-duty and future military leaders during the 39th Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union. The annual event held at the USS ALABAMA Battleship memorial Park Aircraft Pavilion celebrates the impact of military personnel in the Mobile area and recognizes outstanding service members, educators and cadets.

MOBILE, Ala. – The Mobile Chamber’s Communications and Advocacy team received multiple honors at the Public Relations Council of Alabama (PRCA) state conference, earning top Read More >>>

Mobile, Alabama – Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders, today revealed that Outside Chief Legal LLC is ranked Read More >>>

Mobile, AL – The Mobile Arts Council is thrilled to announce this year’s Artys Awards Dinner on April 8, 2026 from 6pm to 9pm at Read More >>>