AAMU Hosts President and CEO of Business Council of Alabama

Helena Thomas Duncan, a veteran businesswoman and President and CEO of the Business Council of Alabama (BCA) will speak to students at Alabama A&M University’s Black History Month Program & Showcase on Thursday, February 29 at 5:30 p.m. in Buchanan Hall Auditorium.

Duncan has a Bachelor of Science in Finance degree from Auburn University Montgomery. Throughout her career in the financial sector, the Opelika, Alabama, native offered support to individuals and main street businesses to help them succeed. In 1994, Duncan became Executive Vice President of Colonial Bancgroup, Inc, in Montgomery. During her time at Colonial, she oversaw Human Resources of over 5,000 employees in five states and was responsible for executive level recruitment.

In 2005, Duncan opened American Legacy Mortgage in Montgomery. As owner and broker, she helped identify mortgage loan clients and find the best product to meet their needs, while establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with real estate agents. Two years later, Duncan joined First Tuskegee Bank in Montgomery as Executive Vice President.

Prior to joining the team at BCA, Duncan was the Regional President of Liberty Bank & Trust, where she was responsible for the overall growth, development, and safety of all Alabama branches. Duncan joined BCA in 2022 as Director of Strategic Operations and Growth, later moving to Senior Vice President of Operations and Investor Relations.

Duncan was named a Yellowhammer ‘2022 Woman of Impact’ for her influential role and contribution to business and communities across Alabama. She has served as Chairman of the Board for Saint James School, as board member for the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce, Child Protect, and Board of Controls Committee of 100. She currently serves as a board member for Dixie Electric Cooperative, YMCA, the Montgomery Committee of 100 and Synovus Bank.

AAMU’s Black History Month Program & Showcase, sponsored by the AAMU Office of Student Activities & Leadership Development, will also feature spoken word, music, and a fashion showcase.