The Alabama Department of Commerce announces the retirement of Deputy Secretary Angela Till, effective May 31, 2025. Till’s dedication and leadership have left a lasting mark on the state’s economic development landscape, particularly through her stewardship of Alabama’s incentive program, which she led for almost 12 years.

“Angela’s contributions have been foundational in positioning Alabama as a competitive and forward-thinking state for business growth” said Ellen McNair, Secretary of Commerce.

Till’s distinguished service began in the Office of Economic Development at the Alabama Department of Revenue, a position she held for 14 years.

With Till’s departure, the Department of Commerce is pleased to announce the following leadership transitions effective June 1st:

• Erika McKay, currently serving as Commerce General Counsel, has been appointed Deputy Secretary. McKay will continue her responsibilities as General Counsel while also overseeing the Incentives, Compliance, and Legal divisions.
• Rachel Madore has been promoted to Chief Officer of Business Intelligence and Incentives. In this new role, Madore will take the lead on managing the state’s incentive program.

Secretary McNair continued, “Please join us in celebrating Angela’s accomplishments and supporting Erika and Rachel as they step into their new leadership roles.”

This story originally appeared on the Alabama Department of Commerce’s Made in Alabama website.