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Developers Lament Work Ethic

After losing a couple of super projects, one issue has surfaced above all other reasons for the failures: lack of a work ethic. Arkansas’ economic developers have touted the state’s…

The Cost Of An Alpha Executive (I. Barry Goldberg Commentary)

What happens when an executive gets great results, but in a manner that is destructive or even toxic? This is the conundrum of the alpha executive.

Local Economy Grows in Q2

Area sees marginal but positive growth in Q2.

Northwest Arkansas’ 2007 40 Under 40 Class Meet Challenges

The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s 2007 class of 40 Under 40 honorees are smart, ambitious and hardworking individuals – that’s apparent in how rapidly they’ve ascended to their ranks.

Pending the approval of the University of Arkansas board of trustees, KUAF-FM, 91.3, the local National Public Radio affiliate, will have a new home off campus next to the Fayetteville Public Library.

What’s Next, A New State Name? (Michael Dougan Commentary)

Teaching the rich, colorful history of Arkansas must be grounded in historical reality.

Resource Design Crafts New Logo

A Rogers company donates hundreds of hours to community projects in its hometown.

Workman, Winchell Win Apex Awards

Bob Workman, executive director of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, was named “Communicator of the Year” for 2006 by the Northwest Arkansas chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.

UA, Guitar Maker Set for Court

The great guitar debate we told you about in our June 4 Whispers between the University of Arkansas and Dean Guitars over the use of the word “Razorback” has been set for a non-jury trial in the U.S. Western District of Arkansas on Jan. 28.

Networking Benefits Regional Businesses

Networking is a way to build business relationships and networking opportunities abound in Northwest Arkansas five days per week.

Image Matters Shortens Corporate Ladder Climb

Kathryn Lowell of Image Matters in Bentonville helps executives climb the corporate ladder through her teachings.

Employee Feedback Makes For Healthy Morale at Mercy

Mercy Health System of Northwest Arkansas has listened to its 1,400 employees to find the best ways to build morale.

The Region’s Largest Employers, Private Companies

The lists of the region’s largest employers and public companies.

‘Pay it Forward’ Like John Lewis (Jeffery Wood Commentary)

John Lewis was the very first client who signed on to advertise in the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. That’s probably no surprise. He was everyone’s first customer.

High Fuel Costs Could Cut Into Northwest Arkansas Economy

The price of gas is eating into people’s pocketbooks, and that means they are eating out less. Fuel prices in Northwest Arkansas could have an adverse effect on growth in the local economy.

Arkansas Targets Global Economy

The Arkansas World Trade Center is connecting the state to the global economy. The AWTC, a member of the World Trade Centers Association, has a direct link to more than 750,000 businesses worldwide.

Pagnozzi Hits $60K Home Run

Former Arkansas Razorbacks and St. Louis Cardinals catcher Tom Pagnozzi hosts another successful fundraiser at his Fayetteville home.

UA Sues Guitar Maker Over Name

The University of Arkansas and its legal team have found time to sue a guitar manufacturer over the use of the word “Razorback.”

Ruling Gives Definite TIF Guidelines (Editorial)

Surely the recent state Supreme Court ruling on tax increment financing districts has some economic development folks wondering how they’ll now make it work.

University of Phoenix Graduates First MBAs

The University of Phoenix — Northwest Arkansas graduated its first class of MBAs on May 12.

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: ‘Oceanscape’ playground work begins, Mercy stroke program renewed

Walmart likely to tap insiders for expected leadership changes

Dan Wright re-elected Arkansas Farm Bureau president

Arkansas Tourism Ticker: Tourism tax numbers down through August, job numbers up