In a close-knit community northwest of downtown Birmingham, a young Joe Hampton grew up watching his hardworking parents give freely to their Pratt City neighbors, even when they didn’t have much to spare.

“I come from humble beginnings,” Hampton said. “My father worked in the coal mines, and my mom worked at a local beauty salon. Although neither one earned a lot of money, they were always willing to support others if they saw them in need.”

Now, as president of Spire Alabama, Gulf Coast and Mississippi, Hampton hasn’t forgotten where his story began. Those early lessons in generosity didn’t just stick with him; they shaped the way he leads today.

“It’s an honor to lead an organization in the same state where I’ve grown up,” Hampton said. “I see myself as an example of what so many you

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