FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 17, 2025
SHEFFIELD, Ala. – Longtime Sheffield resident and business professional Bryan R. Van Devender has officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of Sheffield in the August 2025 election. A 1988 graduate of Sheffield High School, Van Devender brings 20 years of experience in sales and marketing and 15 years in digital development and systems automation—a combination of skills that he believes will help modernize Sheffield’s government, attract new business, and create opportunities for residents.
Van Devender has outlined a clear vision for the city, focusing on redevelopment, revenue growth, and critical upgrades to municipal systems and services. However, his first priority is addressing one fundamental issue: cleaning up Sheffield.
“The city must clean its own house before we can expect everyone else to do the same,” said Van Devender. “That means accountability at every level of city government, a renewed focus on public spaces and infrastructure, and a commitment to restoring civic pride. Only then can we truly move Sheffield forward.”
With a proven track record in business and technology, Van Devender is prepared to bring efficiency, transparency, and innovation to City Hall. His campaign is centered on modernizing public services, driving economic development, and ensuring that Sheffield’s residents have a direct voice in their government.
Beyond his professional experience, Van Devender is an Army Infantry Combat Veteran, husband, father of three, and a proud grandfather. He and his wife of 20 years, Elizabeth, have a son who will be a senior at Sheffield High School during the 2025-2026 school year.
Van Devender invites residents to join him in shaping the future of Sheffield. Learn more about his campaign and vision at BVDforMayor.com.
Media Contact:
Bryan R. Van Devender
Candidate for Mayor of Sheffield
Email: vote@bvdformayor.com
Phone: 256-415-7007
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