Tag: Business Services

Take Charge in Job Search (Commentary)

Here are some basic questions helpful for anyone finding themselves in the job search market, who chooses to use a recruiter:

Northwest Arkansas Granted CCIM Chapter

The CCIM Institute gave its seal of approval for the formation of a Northwest Arkansas CCIM chapter recently.

Anders Group Earns FedEx Award, $1.4M

Rick and Mary Llew Anders had to scramble. In July 2006, the pair found out the company they worked for, Global DocuGraphix Inc., had filed for bankruptcy.

Dixie Pulls Full Nelson

New tenants on the horizon for Dixie’s Nelson’s Crossing in Fayetteville.

Arkansas’ Top Executives Earn More Than $197 Million in 2006

The top 99 executives at Arkansas’ 21 public companies together earned more than $197 million in 2006.

Web Stores Require Niche Products, Healthy Budget

Many would-be entrepreneurs see the idea of a Web store as an inexpensive alternative to bricks and mortar. And this is true, to an extent.

It is Up to You to Step up to the Challenge (Commentary)

Surfing You-Tube for office funnies, chatting up colleagues in the hall or piddling with low-priority projects are ways to spend the business day. Rolling up your sleeves and tackling initiatives that bring real value to your company and customers are inv

Embrace Successful, Meaningful Meetings (Human Factor)

If you must endure meetings, make them productive.

Arkansas State Chamber Sets up Local Presence

The Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce has established a permanent presence in Northwest Arkansas. Angela DeLille, director of government affairs, and Angie Cooper, head of Northwest Arkansas

Consulting Firm Preps Sweet Bay Business for Future (Bottom Line)

Area consulting firms help small business owners grow profits.

Ruskin Heights Mixed-Used Development Off and Running (Real Deals)

Local developers purchase 28 acres for pedestrian-friendly mix-used $100 million Fayetteville development

Leading with Integrity Often Requires Courage, Sacrifice (Opinion)

Leading with integrity often challenging but always rewarding

UAFS Center Provides Custom Continuing Ed

The Center for Business and Professional Development at UA-Fort Smith works with industry leaders to create specialized curriculum that keeps the area?s workforce ready for change.

What’s in Your Bias Baggage? (Jim Karrh Commentary)

Personal biases can hold businesses back and cloud the decision-making process.

Two-Year Colleges Critical To State’s Economic Future

Arkansas’ two-year colleges hold the key to economic development in the state, and they’re mobilizing their resources to meet the work force needs of business and industry.

Companies Count on Continuing Ed

The University of Arkansas and NorthWest Arkansas Community College offer professional training designed to meet the needs of the region’s diverse economy.