MANUFACTURE ALABAMA ENDORSES WES ALLEN FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

MONTGOMERY—The Board of Directors at Manufacture Alabama is proud to announce the association’s endorsement of Wes Allen for Lieutenant Governor.

“Manufacture Alabama is endorsing Wes Allen for Lieutenant Governor due to his track record of supporting pro-business policies and his results-driven approach to governing,” said Jon Barganier, president of Manufacture Alabama. “As Secretary of State, he has provided steady leadership and delivered on his promises to reduce red tape for businesses, cut spending and improve election security. He understands the positive impact of the manufacturing industry, and we are pleased to support his campaign efforts for Lieutenant Governor.”

“I am honored to receive the endorsement of Manufacture Alabama,” said Wes Allen.  “Our state’s manufacturers, large and small, provide good-paying jobs to hardworking Alabamians across the state and are essential in keeping our state and nation competitive in a global market. As Lieutenant Governor, I will always put Alabama first and our manufacturing sector is a key part of that.”

Mr. Allen currently serves as the 54th Secretary of State of Alabama, having taken office on January 16, 2023, after winning the 2022 election. Before becoming Secretary of State, Allen served nearly a decade as Pike County’s probate judge and one term in the Alabama House of Representatives representing District 89. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and a master’s degree from Troy University. 

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Manufacture Alabama is the only trade association in the state dedicated exclusively to the competitive, legislative, regulatory and operational interests and needs of manufacturers and their partner industries and businesses. MA represents hundreds of companies – from the most recognized international corporations to small, family-owned operations – that share common interests and face similar competitive challenges. Each one is a vital component of Alabama’s economy and job base. To learn more, visit: https://www.manufacturealabama.org