Tab loves serving Decatur and it shows. Every day comes with a positive leadership style filled with enthusiasm. There’s no challenge too big or too small, and he dedicates his utmost energy to every project we take on.

• Resident of Decatur, AL for over 50 years
• Husband to Sherry; Father to Lindsey Upton (Ryan) and Katelyn; Grandfather to Katherine and Lydia
• Board member, Decatur Parks & Recreation
• Board member, Rotary Club of Decatur
• Past Decatur Jaycee
• Graduate of Leadership Decatur
• Director of Adult Bible Study Ministries - Trinity Baptist Church
• Member, Paul Harris Fellow Society

Before serving as Mayor, Tab had 30 years experience in the industrial wholesale distribution industry and served as an account representative for Hagemeyer North America. "I listen to the customer, develop solutions, create plans, present valuable savings solutions to the customer, and implement and execute creative business growth. This includes overcoming obstacles with a corrective action plan."​