HUNTSVILLE – “The secret is out,” said Sean Kelly, Huntsville Market Executive for Regions Bank, describing the city’s rapid rise as a growth market.
Kelly joined Chief Economist Richard Moody and Chief Investment Officer Alan McKnight in a conversation with business and community stakeholders this week, sharing their outlook for Huntsville, North Alabama, and the broader economy in 2025.
Huntsville is now one of the fastest-growing markets in Regions’ 15-state footprint and among the fastest-growing in the country. Moody said the city’s growth stems from a combination of factors: a highly skilled workforce, industrial diversity, well-developed transportation infrastructure, and a lower cost of living and doing business compared to larger metros like Atlanta, Nashville, and Charlotte…