The Business Council of Alabama (BCA) announced Wednesday the promotion of Joshua Vaughn to vice president of communications and marketing.

Vaughn, who came to BCA in 2012 as manager of graphic design and public relations, formerly served as director of communications and marketing. According to BCA, Vaughn has played a vital role in the business advocacy organization’s visual materials operation.

BCA Interim Director Robin Stone asserted that Vaughn has proven to be an asset in strategically communicating the association’s message.

“Josh has been instrumental in developing and enhancing all aspects of BCA’s communications for 10 years,” said Stone in a release. “Effective communications creates powerful advocacy and Josh has provided a great blend of creativity and clarity to BCA’s outreach to our members, elected officials and business community stakeholders. He is an innovative communicator who balances clarity and style in our various print, visual and social media tools.”

“We look forward to his future contributions to BCA and our membership as Vice President of Communications and Marketing.”

In expressing his gratitude over the promotion, Vaughn said BCA “has given me the incredible opportunity over the last ten years” to apply his skills for the benefit of the organization.

“Communicating for this organization and serving our members has been an honor, and I am grateful to continue leading our communication efforts as Vice President of Communications and Marketing,” said Vaughn.

Dylan Smith is the editor of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @DylanSmithAL