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Kayla Bass
Kayla Bass has served as the Deputy Director of the Alabama League of Municipalities since August 2017 , overseeing key departments including advocacy , communications , legal and member services . She provides lobbying support during legislative sessions and manages strategic partnerships . A career highlight was delivering the commencement address at Enterprise State Community College in 2019 . Beyond her professional role , Bass volunteers with the Alabama Special Olympics , Tim Tebow ’ s Night to Shine and Church of the Highlands , working to ensure Alabama ’ s cities have the resources they need to thrive .
Jordan Halloran
Jordan Halloran has been a Wealth Advisor at MAX Credit Union since 2016 , specializing in personalized financial planning , portfolio management and retirement strategies . Halloran is also deeply involved in his community , serving as President of the Prattville-Millbrook Sunrise
Rotary Club , Vice President of Leadership Autauga and Ambassador Chair for the Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce . He was honored as Long Lewis “ Hero of the Month ” in July 2024 and named a “ Top 20 Under 40 ” honoree by the Prattville Chamber of Commerce in 2020 .
Additionally , he supports the MAX4Kids Foundation .
Ashley Johnson
Ashley Johnson is the Founder and Executive Director of The
Pivot Path , a transformative program she launched in September 2023 . As an adult learner herself , she understands the power of community support and is dedicated to helping students achieve their GED credentials . Her proudest accomplishment is starting The Pivot Path ’ s first class in January 2024 and celebrating its inaugural graduates in October .
Beyond her work , Johnson serves on the Montgomery Mann Museum and Zoo Board and the Samaritan Counseling Board , striving to strengthen the local workforce and uplift the community .
Harrison Bell
Harrison Bell has been the Lead Pastor of Saint James Church since September 2023 . He leads the staff and congregation , guiding them toward a greater sense of purpose . Bell also serves as the Chair of the Finance and Administration
Commission of the Global Methodist Church and is on its Connectional Council . Passionate about servant leadership , he works to empower others through empathy and stewardship . In the Montgomery community , Bell collaborates with organizations like the M . A . P . Center , Mercy House and First Choice Women ’ s Clinic .