by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Soderquist Remembered as a People Person
Former Walmart executives and the CEO of Soderquist Leadership share memories of the influential business leader.
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by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Public Radio Tunes Into All-Day News Programs
On July 4, KUAF 91.3-FM changed to an all-day news, all-night classical music format.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
When Opportunity Knocks, Answer the Door
In retail, as in life, seizing opportunity is critically important.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Drop Ship Selling Is a Recipe for Success (OPINION)
Walmart is asking the supplier community to help transform its online item selection.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Retail Report: Pokmon Go and How Millennials Define Foodie
National headlines from the retail world.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Retail Details: Health Food in America
Trivia on hot topics in the retail world.
by - July 29, 2016 10:17 am
ArcBest 2Q Profit Tumbles
The Fort Smith holding company said an inconsistent economy and a carrier surplus contributed to a 49 percent decrease in second-quarter earnings.
by - July 28, 2016 11:38 am
Tyson Foods Inc. Continues Evolution
Tom Hayes, who was promoted in June from chief commercial officer to president, said the company will not hire a replacement for his former position, and he has subsequently announced a number of organizational changes.
by - July 28, 2016 10:57 am
Homes Sales, Average Selling Price Jump In June
Both the number of homes that were sold and their average selling price increased in June, according to a report from Arkansas Realtors Association.
by - July 27, 2016 4:21 pm
P.A.M. 2Q Earnings Fall 43 Percent
P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. said Wednesday that increasing operating and growth costs led to a 43 percent decrease in second-quarter earnings.
by - July 26, 2016 3:36 pm
Rollin Ford to Give Keynote At Forty Under 40 Event
Rollin Ford, executive vice president and chief administrative officer for Wal-Mart Stores Inc., will be the featured speaker at the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s 20th annual Forty Under 40 event.
by - July 25, 2016 4:30 pm
Hortons Donate $1 Million to Arkansas Childrens Northwest
Darren and Karen Horton, whose grandson is a former patient at Arkansas Childrens Hospital in Little Rock, have pledged their financial support of the Arkansas Childrens Hospital campus in Springdale.
by - July 22, 2016 10:52 am
Don Soderquist, Former Walmart Executive, Dies at 82
Former Wal-Mart Stores Inc. executive Don Soderquist died Thursday morning from complications of heart surgery, according to a statement provided by the leadership development organization that was founded in his name. Soderquist was founding executive of Soderquist Leadership in Siloam Springs and a 2010 inductee into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.
by - July 21, 2016 10:48 am
SoNA Awarded $300,000 in Grants
Symphony of Northwest Arkansas has received more than $300,000 in grants to support the symphony and its arts education programs in elementary schools in Northwest Arkansas.
by - July 20, 2016 3:37 pm
Steinmetz Discusses UA and Agriculture at Farm Bureau Conference
University of Arkansas Chancellor Joseph Steinmetz talked about the role of the university and the Bumpers College in the states agricultural industry. He spoke Monday at the Arkansas Farm Bureaus 68th annual Officers and Leaders Conference at the Northwest Arkansas Convention Center in Springdale.
by - July 20, 2016 10:14 am
Report Relays Top Priorities For Attracting, Retaining Talent to State
Among the highlights of the Under 40 Forum report are recommendations for businesses and government to do more to embrace diversity; expansion of the states pre-K opportunities; and commitment to increasing broadband access across the state.
by - July 18, 2016 10:27 am
Higher Costs Cut Into J.B. Hunt’s 2Q Profit
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. attributed second-quarter profit of $105 million to steady growth and higher volumes in its four segments, but cost increases dampened the positive earnings report.
by - July 18, 2016 10:17 am
Bentonville Company Throws Support Behind ACH With $1 Million Gift
Premier Concepts LLC of Bentonville has donated $1 million toward the construction of the Arkansas Childrens Hospital campus in Springdale. The gift will be distributed to the project over the next five years.
by - July 18, 2016 12:00 am
NWA: Come for Business, Stay for Community
General Mills senior director of sales Mary Zettle has an appreciation for the little surprises that come with living in Northwest Arkansas.
by - July 18, 2016 12:00 am
Tips for Suppliers to Take the Social Media Plunge
Although the social media waters may scare you, you can no longer sit on a deck chair and watch the waves.