Join us Thursday, August 13, at the USA by the Bay Auditorium in downtown Fairhope for an engaging discussion on the future of one of Alabama's fastest-growing counties. Dr. Grayson Glaze, Distinguished Professor of Real Estate at the Mitchell College of Business, will present "Building Baldwin County: Balancing Real Estate, Growth and Community," exploring the opportunities and challenges of managing rapid growth while preserving community character.

In addition, Glaze will highlight the exciting progress and impact of the emerging real estate program at the University of South Alabama. Special guests will include President Jo Bonner, Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Andi Kent, current students, and local real estate and business professionals. A reception to follow. USA by the Bay events are free and open to the public, but seating is limited and advance online registration is required. 

To register or learn more, visit SouthAlabama.edu/SpeakerSeries.

Doors Open - 5:00 p.m.
Talk Begins - 5:30 p.m.

Reception - 6:30 p.m.

About Dr. Grayson Glaze

Dr. Grayson Glaze joined the Mitchell College of Business faculty in 2025 as professor and director of the real estate program. He is leading the program's transition to a full undergraduate major, bringing more than 20 years of experience from the University of Alabama. There, he served as executive director of the Alabama Center for Real Estate and helped develop one of the nation's largest academic real estate programs.

A graduate of the University of Alabama, Glaze earned his Juris Doctor from the Birmingham School of Law. Throughout his career, he has combined academic leadership with active industry experience as a real estate broker, advisor and property developer. He also holds several prestigious professional designations, including Counselor of Real Estate, Certified Property Manager through the Institute of Real Estate Management and Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) through the CCIM Institute.