JWA’s Latest Capital Investment, PrecisionPay, debuts at the 2024 NSSF SHOT Show

JWA’s Latest Capital Investment, PrecisionPay, debuts at the 2024 NSSF SHOT Show

LAS VEGAS, NV  |  January 23, 2024 – Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC (JWA)’s latest capital investment is coming to market after two years of development with the introduction of PrecisionPay. This innovative business service, offered by MakeCents, just had its highly anticipated debut at the prestigious 2024 NSSF SHOT Show in Las Vegas this week. It’s an exciting milestone for JWA and PrecisionPay.

PrecisionPay is the first truly purpose-built payment platform for the firearms industry. The first generation of this technology is already
operational with a number of US merchants, with several system enhancements soon to be introduced.

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Building Strong, Army Strong – Huntsville Corps of Engineers moves into Redstone Gateway

Building Strong, Army Strong – Huntsville Corps of Engineers moves into Redstone Gateway

HUNTSVILLE, AL  |  January 17, 2024 – The Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville is Redstone Arsenal’s latest tenant, making its new home in the secure area of Redstone Gateway, the 468-acre mixed-use development adjacent to Gate 9.

The three-story, 205,000-square-foot building 300 is the “Corps of Engineers newest and most capable facility to date,” the center’s Commander Col. Sebastien Joly said Jan. 9 at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the building’s warehouse.

“We’re absolutely excited to become full members of Team Redstone here on the Arsenal,” Joly, who assumed command of the center in July 2021, said. “This facility allows us to consolidate 16 different leases into one, finally all co-located and meeting all force protection requirements and safety requirements for the very first time.”

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Frontier Technology Expands in Huntsville to Serve Fast-Growing Cyber Business

Frontier Technology Expands in Huntsville to Serve Fast-Growing Cyber Business

HUNTSVILLE, AL  |  January 17, 2024 – Frontier Technology is expanding its cyber operations facilities in Huntsville with the construction of a Huntsville Analysis and Cyber Security Center.

Dayton, Ohio-based FTI is a provider of deep data expertise and mission-tailored services and solutions to the Department of Defense and the intelligence community.

The expansion will add 25,000 square feet of secure facility space operating at all classification levels to complement the company’s office in Huntsville’s Redstone Gateway, the company said in a news release.

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Ribbon Cut on New Huntsville Center on Redstone Arsenal

Ribbon Cut on New Huntsville Center on Redstone Arsenal

HUNTSVILLE, AL  |  January 10, 2024 – Hundreds of employees, former employees, friends, family and distinguished visitors filled warehouse at the U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center’s new facility at Redstone Gateway for a ceremony officially opening the doors of Huntsville Center on Redstone Arsenal.

In his opening remarks, Col. Sebastien Joly said he was “probably the happiest and proudest commander in the United State Army.”

“Welcome to the new home of the U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center in Huntsville on Redstone Arsenal,” Joly said before an eruption of whoops, cheers and applause from the crowd.

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After 43 years with JWA, Alice Skinner Russell RetiresAlice Skinner headshot

After 43 years with JWA, Alice Skinner Russell Retires

MONTGOMERY, AL  |  January 2, 2024 – In the summer of 1980 Alice Skinner accepted a job with Jim Wilson & Associates as a paralegal for the firm. Specializing in the coordination of documentation for major real estate transactions, Alice quickly made an outstanding statement of excellent achievement. Her dedication to detail proved invaluable during her early years at JWA.

During the late 1980’s Alice attended Jones Law School, receiving her degree in 1987 and opened yet another chapter of her tenure with JWA. Over the next thirty plus years Alice worked on over 35 major transactions, negotiated thousands of leases and, most importantly, became a source of respected advice through hours and hours of consultation during each working day, a dynamic characteristic of a person who defined what it meant to be a team player.

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Brian Wilson Joins Jim Wilson & Associates

Brian Wilson Joins Jim Wilson & Associates

MONTGOMERY, AL  |  December 4, 2023 – Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC (JWA) is pleased to announce that Brian Wilson has joined the company as a Business Development Associate. He will play a crucial role in identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and driving revenue growth across JWA’s portfolio. Brian graduated from Auburn University in 2023 with his educational background in Business Administration, specializing in Business Management, and a minor in Entrepreneurship and Family Business. Brian brings a wealth of knowledge to JWA. Brian’s entry into Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC marks and exciting milestone as he joins his father in the family business, representing the next generation of leadership. With Brian’s arrival, JWA demonstrates its commitment to sustaining and evolving its legacy while embracing innovation and growth.

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Jim Wilson & Associates Recognizes Long Tenured EmployeesJWA logo

Jim Wilson & Associates Recognizes Long Tenured Employees

MONTGOMERY, AL  |  November 27, 2023 – Thanksgiving and the annual company luncheon for Jim Wilson & Associates provides the opportunity each year to recognize long tenured employees. Jim Wilson, Jr., the company’s founder, began the tradition in the mid 1980’s. Since then, the company makes a special recognition for each employee’s ten year celebration with JWA and each subsequent five years. In 2023, JWA recognized Heather King (10 years), Whitney Latham (15 years), and Ron Rhodes (20 Years). These employees joined others in the company with length of service awards.

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The Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama Honors James W. Wilson III

The Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama Honors James W. Wilson III

TUSCALOOSA, AL  |  November 3, 2023 – Today, the Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama honored James “Jim” Winfrey Wilson III for his extraordinary service to the Board of Trustees, the University of Alabama System, and the State of Alabama. The Board of Trustees presented Jim’s daughter, Wesley Clingman, and brother, Will Wilson, with a copy of the below resolution as well as announcing that a plaque honoring Jim will be installed at the southern entrance of Bryant-Denny Stadium.

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Redstone Gateway Announces Completion of Much Anticipated DevelopmentPicture of Fairfield by Marriott

Redstone Gateway Announces Completion of Much Anticipated Development

HUNTSVILLE, AL  |  November 1, 2023 – Much to the excitement of North Alabama workers and traveling employees alike, the completion of a new addition to the ever expanding Redstone Gateway, a joint venture between COPT Defense Properties and Jim Wilson & Associates LLC, was just announced yesterday.

The 150-room Fairfield by Marriott plans to open tomorrow, November 2, 2023, with an elevated design that provides guests with a feeling of warmth and calm while traveling. Located at 1700 Rideout Road, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Redstone Gateway will operate as a Marriott franchise, managed by Yedla Management Company.  

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