Legislative Director

Mimi Penhale is a native of Troy, AL. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Troy University in 2010. While at Troy, she served as the SGA’s Vice-President of Legislative Affairs, House of Representative’s President, and the 2009 Troy University Homecoming Queen. In 2013, she received her Masters in Public Health Organization and Policy from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. While at UAB, she served as the Public Health Student Association’s President, as well as, serving on the Student Government President’s Council.

Mimi began working with the Shelby County Legislative Director as Legislative Director in September of 2011. In this capacity, she works with legislators, county administrators, city officials, local schools, colleges, organizations, businesses, and citizens, to help individuals navigate the political process. Mimi Is a 2023 graduate of Leadership Shelby County, a member of the Shelby Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Work Group, and a Board member for the non-profit Vineyard Family Services.

Mimi is also an active volunteer and leader in the community. She is a Board member for the Alabaster Recreation Club, a city league basketball coach for her daughters, and a Kingwood church youth small group leader.

Mimi is married to Matt Penhale and they are residents of Alabaster, AL. They have 4 children: Isla, Cora, Red, and Vera.