Welcome to the AABE Birmingham Chapter
The AABE Birmingham Chapter is one of eleven chapters in the Southeast Region of the organization. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, it is one of the premier AABE chapters in the United States.
The AABE Birmingham Chapter was founded in 1989 and hosted the 16th Annual AABE National Conference in 1993. In 2009, the chapter co-hosted the 32nd Annual AABE National Conference in Orlando, Florida. We provide educational forums and scholarships to the community as it relates to energy. The Birmingham Chapter contains dedicated leadership and is committed to supporting the community within the state of Alabama. Volunteers in energy-related fields are welcome to join AABE to grow the organization.
The Birmingham Chapter has been recognized for its excellence with multiple Chapter of the Year Awards. They were honored as the Outstanding Chapter of the Year in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008, showcasing their consistent dedication and outstanding performance over these years.
Vision: Empowering our communities to be sustainable and improving quality of life through energy education.
Mission Statement: The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE), Birmingham Chapter, is dedicated to building awareness and promoting energy consciousness and sustainability within the communities we serve by offering community engagement opportunities and innovative educational programs.
Leadership Team:
President: Terrance Moultrie
Vice President: Marsha Morgan
Secretary: Telra Rocker
Assistant Secretary: Jason Watters
Treasurer: Danielle Kimbrough Spikes
Financial Secretary: Fred Sibley
Endowment Fund Manager: Antoinette Madison
Historian: Charles Melton
Parliamentarian: Wesley Williams
Committee Chairs:
Community Service: Celesia Woodfin
Education: Jessica White
Public Relations: Shae Seals
Fundraising: Gary Mingo
Membership: Laconya Crenshaw
Nominating: Tondra Fields
Programs (includes Legislative & Public Policy and Company Coordinator): Toni Reed and Jarrik Mitchell
Executive Sponsors:
Staci Brooks, Alabama Power
Earl Berry, Southern Nuclear
Chapter Founders:
Thomas Wilder and Andre Taylor
Past Presidents:
| Ron Edwards |1989-1990 |
Alice Gordon | 2006- 2007 |
| Iva Williams |1990-1991 |
Jonathan Porter | 2008-2009 |
| Larry Holmes | 1992-1993 |
Torrey Leonard 2010-2012 |
| Travis Brooks | 1994-1995 |
Jennifer Whisenhunt | 2012- 2017 |
| Kristen Bush |1996-1997 |
Glenda Thomas | 2018 – 2020 |
| John Hudson |1998-1999 |
Monica McShan | 2020- 2021 |
| Sylvester Lavender | 2000-2001 |
Ernest Burnley | 2022- 2023 |
| Alisa Summerville | 2002-2003 |
Deidra Garrett | 2024 |
| Corlene Williams | 2004- 2005 |
Terrance Moultrie | 2025-Present |
Membership Information
How to Join: Click here to join.
Membership Dues: When joining, please select the Birmingham Chapter. The membership dues are $275, which includes $225 for National dues and $50 for local dues. These dues are paid on an annual basis.
Membership Benefits:
- Networking opportunities with professionals in the energy sector.
- Access to educational forums and scholarships.
- Participation in community engagement and innovative educational programs.
Committee Opportunities:
Members have the opportunity to serve on multiple committees, including Community Service, Education, Public Relations, Membership, Fundraising, Nominating, and Programs. Click here to join a committee.
Mailing Address:
AABE - Birmingham Chapter
P.O. Box 3035
Birmingham, Alabama 35202
Donations:
To make donations to AABE Birmingham Chapter Scholarship Fund please use the link below. Corporate and personal donations are accepted.