Tag: Guest Commentary

Where Financial Advice Fails Business Owners (OPINION)

Exit planning will almost certainly be the largest transaction of a business owners life.

The Next Adventure (EDITORS NOTE)

Mike Malone is starting an exciting new chapter at the Walton Family Foundation.

Cranes Flocking in NWA (EDITORS NOTE)

The areas economic boom is undeniable.

Being Chosen is Risky Business (OPINION)

When you are chosen you see the world and yourself differently.

The Wrong Question (OPINION)

I never expected Id write about employee engagement. Fundamentally, I dislike the discussion for one simple reason: I think its the wrong question to be asking the workforce.

Four Pillars Are Simple to Understand, Hard to Implement (OPINION)

Creating systems leading to excellence in referrals and leadership will add rocket fuel to your profitability.

Shape the Conversation (OPINION)

How does a company or community of any size shape the conversation of its stakeholders in a positive direction?

One of a Kind (EDITORS NOTE)

There was a buzz that accompanied former Walmart executive Don Soderquist when he walked into a room.

Brexit: An Indirect Effect (OPINION)

As the markets digest the United Kingdoms exit from the European Union, there will be a trickledown effect everywhere, including Northwest Arkansas.

Room to Grow (EDITOR’S NOTE)

Springdale businessman-slash-developer Sam Mathias is laying the groundwork for what could prove to be a significant industrial development near XNA.

Brand Promise is the Heart and Soul of Your Enterprise (OPINION)

It lets all your employees know what you stand for, why youre in business and what your customers can expect from you.

Caught in the Middle (EDITORS NOTE)

Time will tell if Don Bacigalupi, former head of Crystal Bridges, will stay with George Lucas museum project after plans to build it in Chicago were canceled.

One Heck of a Value (OPINION)

In this moment, Northwest Arkansas is a uniquely great place to live especially if youre the type who considers cost/benefit tradeoffs day and night.

Four Pillars of Marketing for Profit-Minded CEOs (OPINION)

Focusing on those four elements can set you apart from competitors, and provide the foundation for innovation in areas such as product development, distribution and customer service.

Rankings and Revenue (EDITORS NOTE)

Where Northwest Arkansas Big Three fall in the Fortune 500 this year.

The Hidden Value Driver In Your Business (OPINION)

Profitability takes a hit if you hire serious talent to help run your business, but your sanity will suffer if you dont.

An Important 15 Minutes (EDITORS NOTE)

Boston Mountain Biotech LLC in Fayetteville is one of 50 startups invited to participate at this years Biotechnology Industry Organization international convention.

Landlord Tenant Law: Heres What You Should Know (OPINION)

Lawyers dealing with commercial landlords and tenants must educate clients with court decisions or legal positions of which they might not be aware.

A Growing Appeal (OPINION)

Northwest Arkansas is starting to attract more institutional investment.

Saying Im Sorry (OPINION)

Because so few people or companies are willing to openly and honestly admit a mistake, those who arent afraid to do so stand out in the marketplace and create strong customer loyalty.

Commerce Secretary sees Arkansas bucking economic uncertainty for now

Washington Regional aiming for Level I trauma center, CEO discusses healthcare financing

Former NASA astronaut Mae Jemison to speak at UAFS

Onyx Coffee Lab sees growth in Northwest Arkansas, beyond