by - March 10, 2022 11:09 am
Fayetteville firm names new CEO
Fayetteville-based capSpire hired Jim Kiser as its new CEO, a step toward growing its global footprint. According to a news release, Kiser has more than 30 years of experience in…
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by - March 10, 2022 7:51 am
JD Notae’s fundraising through NIL deal yields $45K for Samaritan Community Center capital campaign
The financial impact of University of Arkansas basketball player JD Notae’s name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal on a regional nonprofit has, so far, been significant. Notae’s ongoing “Drop A…
by - March 9, 2022 10:48 am
P.A.M. to retire treasury holdings, offer 2-for-1 stock split
Tontitown-based carrier P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. announced Tuesday (March 8) it will retire its existing treasury share holdings and offer a 2-for-1 forward stock split of its common stock. The…
by - March 9, 2022 8:18 am
2021 another record year for Arvest mortgage division
Fayetteville-chartered Arvest Bank, the state’s largest bank with $26.1 billion in assets, originated record mortgage volume for the third straight year. The bank’s total 2021 mortgage loan volume of more…
by - March 8, 2022 6:54 pm
Two Arkansas men sentenced in connection with failed Washington County wind farm
A federal judge on Tuesday (March 8) sentenced two Arkansas men to federal prison in connection with the development of a wind turbine that was never operational and a proposed…
by - March 8, 2022 11:35 am
Rose Law Firm acquires practice in Rogers
The oldest company in Arkansas is expanding. According to a Tuesday (March 8) news release, Little Rock-based business law practice Rose Law Firm will acquire Smith Hurst PLC, a regional…
by - March 8, 2022 9:13 am
Fayetteville company lands distribution deal with Tractor Supply Co.
Fayetteville-based Grillight has landed a national distribution deal with Tennessee-based Tractor Supply Co., the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States. As of Dec. 25, 2021, the company operated…
by - March 7, 2022 9:34 am
Despite location change, Bikes, Blues & BBQ still business as usual for many
In January, the Bikes, Blues & BBQ motorcycle rally announced that it would be relocating to Rogers after more than two decades housed in Fayetteville. The rally, scheduled for Oct….
by - March 7, 2022 8:25 am
Fayetteville Public Library startup program seeks applicants
Fayetteville Public Library is accepting applications for the second cohort of From Maker to Market, an entrepreneurship program supported by the Walton Family Foundation. Application deadline is March 15. Eligible…
by - March 6, 2022 9:59 am
Crafton Tull CEO discusses importance of culture fit through strategic growth
Rogers-based design and engineering firm Crafton Tull has grown its footprint through multiple acquisitions through the years. President and CEO Matt Crafton said that the importance of culture fit couldn’t…
by - March 6, 2022 8:55 am
NWA companies launch cannabis logistics platform
Security provider Liberty Defense Group (LDG) of Fayetteville has launched a cannabis transportation software platform. According to LDG, Drop Point is a first-of-its-kind cannabis online marketplace that automates workflows and…
by - March 5, 2022 8:55 am
The Supply Side: Walmart looks to fintech as new profit center
Walmart has made no secret of expanding financial services products to its shopper base. The retail giant has joined forces with several financial technology (fintech) startups with plans to create…
by - March 3, 2022 11:16 am
Signature Bank launches bilingual market in Rogers
Fayetteville-based Signature Bank of Arkansas will launch a new market employing bilingual staff as it ramps efforts to better serve area Latinos. The initial market location is planned for downtown…
by - March 2, 2022 6:22 pm
Northwest Arkansas Council hosts webinar on DEI, critical race theory
Northwest Arkansas leaders gathered virtually Wednesday (March 2) to learn about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and critical race theory. Springdale-based nonprofit Northwest Arkansas Council hosted the webinar, Demystifying Diversity,…
by - March 2, 2022 9:58 am
Downtown Springdale food hub will support farmers, entrepreneurs
Two years ago, the Walton Family Foundation in Bentonville launched the Northwest Arkansas Food Systems initiative to strengthen the region’s capacity to grow food for its residents. On Wednesday (March…
by - March 1, 2022 11:34 am
NWA investors announces Oklahoma City multifamily acquisition
Caisson Capital Partners, a Northwest Arkansas real estate investment firm, announced Tuesday (March 1) the acquisition of Bennett Pointe Apartments, a 98-unit multifamily property in Edmond, Okla. The purchase price…
by - March 1, 2022 10:00 am
McElfish joins St. Louis Fed’s healthcare industry council
Pearl Anna McElfish, director of the Office of Community Health and Research at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Springdale, has been named to the healthcare industry council…
by - March 1, 2022 8:23 am
Real Deals: Mathis Brothers plans 500,000-SF furniture hub in Rogers
A national home furniture retailer closed a sizable land purchase recently east of Interstate 49 in Rogers for $9.5 million. Mathis Brothers Furniture of Oklahoma paid $4.09 per square foot…
by - February 28, 2022 2:03 pm
Retail and restaurant expansions continue in Northwest Arkansas
Restaurants and retail stores continue to open in Benton and Washington counties in early 2022 as the pandemic begins to ease in Northwest Arkansas. Goodlettsville, Tenn.-based Dollar General has planned…
by - February 27, 2022 9:59 am
Walmart exec to keynote Bentonville chamber annual meeting
Donna Morris, executive vice president and chief people officer for Walmart Inc., will present the keynote address at the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce’s 96th annual meeting. The in-person…