ABD-Alabama Business Directory - About Us
Alabama Business Directory
Your trusted shopping guide for discovering proudly Alabama-based, community-driven businesses.
About ABD
Founded January 2023 (formerly ACTT Automotive Group) and rebranded August 2025 to better represent all Alabama businesses. Our platform integrates AI-driven marketing campaigns to promote every business sector statewide.
Company: ABD – Alabama Business Directory
Industry: Alabama Business Services – Online Advertising Agency
Location: Ashland, Alabama – Ph: (205) 202-0683
Introduction: ABD – The Alabama Shopping Guide helps shoppers discover Alabama-based businesses across automotive, healthcare, retail, and local service sectors—connecting real customers with trusted companies. Based on two years of shopper surveys, 89% of people who previewed a business first reported a better overall experience.
Interests: Dedicated to Alabama business growth, consumer awareness, and strengthening the state economy by encouraging shoppers to buy local.
Business previews help shoppers make informed decisions before they ever walk through the door or click “buy.” By reviewing a company’s services, photos, customer feedback, and overall presentation in advance, shoppers feel more confident and prepared. This leads to better expectations, smoother transactions, and a more satisfying overall experience.
ABD – Alabama Business Directory conducted surveys with Alabama shoppers over two years. 89% of customers reported a better overall experience. This was when they first previewed a business online. These surveys included feedback from over 1,200 Alabama consumers. They covered major metro areas like Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, and Huntsville. The surveys also included surrounding communities within a 65-mile radius. Respondents had a diverse mix of ages (18–65+). They varied in income levels and shopping preferences across automotive, retail, healthcare, small-local services, and online businesses.
Participants consistently reported that previewing a business helped them compare options. It helped them understand pricing and services. It also reduced uncertainty and avoided negative surprises. The data clearly shows that when shoppers preview first, they shop smarter—and businesses gain from more informed, ready-to-buy customers.
At ABD – Alabama Business Directory, our mission is clear:
We support Alabama businesses and help them grow smarter in today’s challenging economy.
While we cannot reduce rent, payroll, or inflation, we can help lower one major expense — your advertising costs.
Through strategic organic content marketing, community-focused storytelling, and search visibility, we help businesses grow sustainably. Learn more about our services.