January 17, 2022 Group Watch: Greg Canfield Honored by Manufacture Alabama
Alabama Department of Commerce Secretary Greg Canfield was the recipient of Manufacture Alabama’s “Friend of the Industry” award at the association’s annual Legislative Reception and Dinner in Montgomery. Manufacture Alabama is the state’s only trade association solely focused on representing the interests of the industry. The award recognizes public officials, community leaders and industry representatives for their contributions to the manufacturing industry. Manufacture Alabama president George Clark praised Canfield for his work as the state’s commerce chief, noting how his actions have benefitted manufacturers. Canfield was appointed Commerce Secretary in 2011 and has attracted economic development projects totaling more than $50 billion that have created more than 160,000 jobs.