by - April 12, 2019 11:26 am
Then & Now: Andy Core broadens scope, seeks a Ph.D.
Editor’s Note: The following story appeared in the April 1 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business…
Author: Robin Mero
by - February 15, 2019 8:47 am
Then & Now: Banks’ efforts expand as University of Arkansas continues growth
Editor’s note: The following story appeared in the Feb. 4 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business Journal’s…
by - February 3, 2019 11:58 am
As the art world grows: the pains and possibilities
Northwest Arkansas has become a capital of retail commerce, and it is now emerging as a destination of American art. What if the two were to marry, and the region’s…
by - January 8, 2019 3:25 pm
New owners emphasize natural, local at Komodo in Rogers
A California couple partnered with two local investors to offer modern Asian cuisine in an upscale environment at Komodo in the Village on the Creeks development in Rogers. Reid and…
by - December 9, 2018 12:54 pm
Futuristic partnership developing between UA, Crystal Bridges
When a Portland, Ore.-based artist needed help last spring constructing an exhibit at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, museum officials in Bentonville called upon the University of Arkansas. To…
by - December 7, 2018 10:04 am
Then & Now: Amber Savage now in Nashville, dabbling in dream projects
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story appeared in the Nov. 26 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business Journal’s…
by - December 3, 2018 6:43 pm
UA gallery will host Dec. 7 reception
A special reception on Friday (Dec. 7) will mark the closing of “Language as Medium,” an exhibit featuring the work of seven internationally known artists at the University of Arkansas…
by - December 2, 2018 2:50 pm
High school seniors study the appeal of downtown Rogers
Seizing the attention of teenagers requires using the right social media tools — hint, not Facebook. And if you want young people to visit your business, have something cool they’ll…
by - November 7, 2018 4:16 pm
Gala in Springdale to feature Col. Oliver North
The president of Springdale-based retailer Sam’s Furniture, Joe Donaldson, is a 10-year Army combat veteran. “Joe has lost more of his fellow soldiers since being home than he did while…
by - October 29, 2018 3:09 pm
Arts integration remains a top priority for UA officials
The integration of arts into curriculum across the University of Arkansas campus has begun, with the first professor being cross-appointed between the Sam M. Walton College of Business and the…
by - October 26, 2018 4:02 pm
Then & Now: MBA propels Joy Hagerty toward new career path
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story appeared in the Oct. 15 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business Journal’s…
by - October 12, 2018 9:03 am
Legislative opponents find common ground on ethics
Conversation focused on ethics at a legislative forum Thursday (Oct. 12) at Rogers City Hall, as candidates for four races considered fallout from the General Improvement Funds (GIF) scandal that…
by - October 3, 2018 9:35 am
Contemporary native art set to open Oct. 6 at Crystal Bridges
Manuela Well-Off-Man germinated an idea several years ago, while she was an associate curator at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art: produce an exhibit of contemporary art created by indigenous…
by - September 14, 2018 11:52 am
Then & Now: Johnson’s eye remains on community 20 years later
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story appeared in the Sept. 3 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business Journal’s…
by - September 13, 2018 4:04 pm
Walmart gifts $2 million to the Momentary, venue on schedule for early 2020 opening
Contemporary arts venue the Momentary in Bentonville is within budget and on schedule to open in early 2020, and Walmart announced Thursday (Sept. 13) a $2 million gift toward free…
by - August 28, 2018 6:35 pm
Bella Vista lands $3.9 million Walton grant for trails
The Walton Family Foundation continues to supertrail the region, announcing Tuesday (Aug. 28) a $3.9 million gift to the city of Bella Vista for construction of 50 miles of new…
by - August 27, 2018 3:49 pm
Pitch contest planned at new UA stadium deck
Startup Junkie will host an IdeaFame pitch contest Sept. 15 in Fayetteville in the new north end zone addition of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Participants get a ticket to…
by - August 16, 2018 1:01 pm
Former Little Rock mayor reaching out to state’s current city leaders
Calling all mayors. Jim Dailey is looking for you. As the current director of Arkansas Tourism and a former 14-year mayor of Little Rock, Dailey is contacting each of the…
by - August 3, 2018 11:30 am
Then & Now: CDI executive mentoring next generation of contractors
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story appeared in the July 23 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business Journal’s…
by - August 1, 2018 3:00 pm
Scholarships, new hires, curriculum part of standing up UA School of Art
New coursework, granting scholarships, building a new arts and design district are part of efforts to implement the vision of a $120 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Foundation….