01/08/2026
WILLIAMSON NAMED CHAMBER CHAIRMAN
The Mobile Chamber has named Teresa Williamson, president of Roberts Brothers, Inc., as its 2026 Chairman of the Board. Williamson was officially welcomed into the role during the Chamber’s annual Chairman’s Reception on January 6, where the organization also recognized outgoing Chairman Patrick Murphy for his year of service and leadership.
Murphy, vice president of economic development for Alabama Power, led the Chamber through a year of continued growth and momentum in advancing the region’s economic future. His leadership helped strengthen business engagement, foster collaboration and support job creation and investment across the Mobile area.
“Patrick’s vision, dedication and commitment have truly elevated the Chamber, and I am honored to follow in his footsteps,” Williamson said during the reception.
Williamson expressed her enthusiasm for the year ahead and emphasized the importance of collaboration among business and community leaders.
“For 190 years, the Mobile Chamber has been a cornerstone of our community, a driving force for economic development, a champion for businesses of all sizes and an advocate for progress that benefits us all,” Williamson said. “This year, we’ll focus on continuing the tremendous momentum we’ve built, working alongside our new mayor and ensuring our members have the advocacy, resources and connections they need to succeed. Together, we have the power to create meaningful, lasting change for the people and families who call Mobile home.”
Williamson was named president of Roberts Brothers, Inc. in 2022, becoming the first person outside the Roberts family to lead the historic Mobile real estate brand. She joined the company in 2009 as a sales associate before purchasing the Roberts Brothers Saraland franchise three years later. She later served as general manager and managing broker of Roberts Brothers West, where she helped elevate the office to record success.
Today, she oversees more than 300 real estate professionals across seven offices.
Mobile Chamber 2026 Executive Committee
Teresa Williamson - Chair
Tyrone Fenderson - Chair-elect
Bradley Byrne - President and CEO
Catherine Spann - Legal Counsel
Abe Harper - Communications Vice Chair
Clayton Legear - Membership Vice Chair
Scott Fenn - Advocacy Vice Chair
Melissa Horton - Economic Opportunities Vice Chair
Ty Bullard - Economic Development/Talent Development Vice Chair
Michael Capella - Small Business Development Vice Chair
J. Guy Helmsing - Community Development Vice Chair
Robin Hanes - Military Affairs Vice Chair
Patrick Murphy - Immediate Past Chair
Mobile Chamber 2026 Board of Directors
Bruner Binion, Regions Bank
Ty Bullard, Bullard Automotive Group Inc.
Michael Capella, University of South Alabama Mitchell College of Business
Jeff Carrico, White-Spunner Construction
Michelle Crowe, e-worc Marketing & Advertising
Eric Duncan, WALA Fox 10 TV
Tyrone Fenderson, Synovus Bank
Scott Fenn, Infirmary Health
Ellis Foster, Jr., Sold by Ellis G
Robin Hanes, Leavell Investment Management Inc.
Abe Harper, Harper Technologies LLC
J. Guy Helmsing, Hancock Whitney Bank
Stuart Holmes, Outokumpu Stainless USA, LLC
Karen Hong, Continental Aerospace Technologies
Melissa Horton, Jesco, Inc.
Clayton Legear, Merchants & Marine Bank
Steven McMahon, Inge & Associates Real Estate
Patrick Murphy, Alabama Power Company
Bry Shields, Hub International
Catherine Spann, Burr Forman LLP
Helen Sylvester, Navigator Credit Union
Bestor Ward IV, Ward Properties
Garrett Williamson, Personal Edge Fitness
Teresa Williamson, Roberts Brothers, Inc.
About the Mobile Chamber
The Mobile Chamber is a private business organization with more than 1,700 members and the economic developer for the City of Mobile and Mobile County. The Mobile Chamber’s focus is to provide members with networking, marketing and professional development opportunities, expand jobs in the area, develop the local workforce, advocate legislative priorities and offer resources to help small businesses grow. Additional information is on the Chamber’s website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.
