About Us

A 1980 finance graduate of Eastern Illinois University, Mr. Bailey founded Southern Metal Fabricators in 1991, growing it from a small operation to a large facility with advanced capabilities. He is deeply involved in his community, serving as an Albertville City Council Member since 2012 and holds leadership positions in various civic and business organizations, including being an active Albertville Rotarian as well as an active member of the Marshall County Manufacturers Association. Additionally, he is a founder of Albertville Investment Group and Solutions Plus Community Bank. He and his wife Regenia have two sons, Ashton and Whitton, who are both involved in the family business. The entire Bailey family is very active in their church, Brashers Chapel, where Charles has proudly served in numerous roles.

A 2002 finance graduate of the University of Alabama, Mr. Briggs joined Southern Metal Fabricators in 2023. He is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and has over 20 years of experience in operations management. Charles met Bert through the Marshall County Manufacturing Association (MCMA) where he is currently the Board President. Bert’s wife Alicia is a teacher and also a graduate of the University of Alabama. They have four children (two of which are students at the University of Alabama). The Briggs family is active in their church and in the community and enjoys spending time together more than anything else.