Thank you to our sponsor, Cepeda Systems & Software Analysis
Cepeda, a local company owned by Steve and Alice Lessmann, has stepped up to sponsor the 2026 MCCL Grade Championships (formerly known as the City Chess Championship). Recently, Cepeda offered financial support for MCCL to rent space at the US Space and Rocket Center so that we could host the Alabama State Scholastic Chess Championship. If you see Steve or Alice, thank them for their support of the Madison City Chess League.
Cepeda is a small business that is woman-owned, veteran-owned, minority-owned, and HUBZone-certified, with Alice Lessmann serving as the CEO. The company is located in Huntsville, Alabama, and is headquartered at the University of Alabama, Huntsville (UAH). Cepeda specializes in engineering and technology services, focusing on the Department of War (DoW), space (NASA), and Process Improvement. Cepeda is not just dedicated to serving its people, but also to inspiring personal and professional growth. Team Cepeda serves its customers with proactive responsiveness and excellence, and its community through philanthropic efforts supporting education, veterans, and women’s empowerment. https://cepedasystems.com/