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Forty Alabama Counties Under State of Emergency Due to Tropical System Isaias

Governor Kay Ivey, on October 7, 2026, issued a state of emergency for 40 counties as Alabama prepares for possible impact from the tropical system in the Gulf, Isaias. The proclamation will remain in full force and effect until Wednesday,…

Alabama Retail PAC Announces Additional Endorsements for the 2026 Election Cycle

MONTGOMERY – Alabama Retail PAC, the Alabama Retail Association’s state political action committee, has announced additional endorsements for the 2026 election cycle. The Alabama Retail PAC supports candidates who recognize the vital role retail plays in Alabama’s economy and believe in…

Alabama Retail Association Announces Alison Hosp as Next President; Rick Brown to Retire After 37 Years

MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Retail Association (ARA) Board of Directors has selected Alison Hosp as the Association’s next president, succeeding longtime President and CEO Rick Brown, who will retire at the end of the year after 37 years of service…

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Rick Brown, CAE

President and CEO, Alabama Retail Association; Fund Administrator Emeritus, Alabama Retail Comp

Alison Scott Wingate Hosp, CAE

Senior Vice President

Brett Johnson

Vice President, Alabama Retail Association; Fund Administrator, Alabama Retail Comp

Mandi Cooley, MBA/CPA/CGMA

Chief Financial Officer

Brittany Peters

Director of Public Relations

Jennifer Henderson

Corporate Secretary