Manufacture Alabama announced its endorsement of Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in his campaign for lieutenant governor, citing his record on business policy and government reform.

“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.”

Allen said he was honored by the endorsement and emphasized the importance of the manufacturing sector to Alabama’s economy.

“I am honored to receive the endorsement of Manufacture Alabama,” Allen said. “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.”

Allen has served as Alabama’s secretary of state since January 2023 after winning the election in 2022.

Prior to that role, he served nearly a decade as Pike County 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.

Manufacture Alabama represents hundreds of companies across the state, ranging from international corporations to small, family-owned operations and advocates on behalf of the manufacturing sector’s legislative, regulatory and operational interests.