Howard Bayless

Howard J. Bayless III is the corporate director of development at Bradford Health Services, a director of Equality Alabama, and a candidate for the Birmingham Board of Education.

Bayless grew up in the East Lake neighborhood and graduated from Banks High School in 1983. He went on to the University of Montevallo where he earned his bachelor of science in psychology. He earned his master's in health services administration from Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pennsylvania.

Bayless began working for Bradford in 1989 as a counselor and case manager and has risen through the ranks to director of development.

As a candidate for the Board of Education seat vacated by Mike Higginbotham, Bayless has emphasized the need for community involvement, partnerships with business, and financial accountability in improving the school system.

External links

• Howard Bayless campaign website