Tag: Industries

Organic Process

After a lengthy site selection process, Fayetteville lands Whole Foods Market.

Nabholz Construction Corp. Entering 65th Year

Whether its a $43 door or a multi-year, multi-million-dollar project like Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Nabholz has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry.

A Competitive Region

The arrival of Whole Foods Market in Fayetteville will continue to improve the regions reputation and will likely attract other major companies.

Banks Using Social Media to Foster Deeper Connections

Arkansas-chartered Arvest Bank and First Security Bank made Financial Brand lists for most social-media-savvy banks.

Private Exchanges: Fad or Future? (OPINION)

The term private exchange is the new catch phrase in the private sector, but its principal tenet defined contribution is as old as the 401k plan.

Langham Still Evolving as IT Executive at United-Bilt

UBH vice president and information technology manager Greg Langham has had continued impact on the company, as technology becomes more and more integral to its operations.

Hotel Franchise Buys Properties From Fort Smith Holding Company

A pair of extended-stay hotels near Interstate 49 in Washington County recently sold back to the original developer, Wichita, Kansas-based Value Place, for a combined price of $4.84 million.

Arkansas Lamp of Van Buren Launches Line of LED Fixtures

The new ceiling lamps and wall sconces will use 40 percent less energy than fluorescent bulbs and 80 percent less than incandescent, according to the family-owned company.

Jones Center Accepts $2M Gift From Tyson Family Foundation

The Jones Trust board is working to reach a $30-million endowment goal, set in December 2012.

Tyson Foods Names Carriers of the Year

Local carriers Comstar Enterprises Inc. of Tontitown and Distribution Solutions Inc. of Harrison were among those recognized for commitment to excellence.

Rogers Law Firm Expands With Fayetteville Office

Keith, Miller, Butler, Schneider & Pawlik PLLC has set up shop in the Fulbright Building on Dickson Street.

Eco-Startup RHS Signed On For MBAxAmerica

Recycled Hydro Solutions Inc. of Rogers has been chosen by MBS students from Columbia University to participate in a project aimed to strengthen startups.

Amargos Stresses Mentors At Annual Fast 15 Event

The chief operating officer of Grandslam Performance Associates LLC says she learns something from everyone she meets.

Butler Moves Radio Operations To New Fayetteville Location

KXNA 104.9FM The X is moving operations to the Todays Bank building on the corner of Dickson Street and College Avenue.

Unconstructive Attitude

Construction crew flagmen have become a catch-all for motorists who want to vent their road rage.

Student Housing

Four separate land deals have recently closed where a large student housing neighborhood is planned a couple of blocks from the University of Arkansas campus.

Broadcast Buzz

The owner of KXNA 105.9FM The X wants to build a Bentonville studio.

NWABJ Office Closed Monday for Holiday

The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal office in Springdale will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

Cornerstone Bank Planning Expansion Into Madison County

Cornerstone Bank president and chief executive officer Charlie Cross said Friday the bank has purchased 1.4 acres in Madison County with plans to construct a full-service facility.

Apollo Theater on Emma Avenue Under Contract, Set for Renovation

The building in downtown Springdale, once scheduled for the wrecking ball, is being purchased by local investors.

Oklahoma court ruling threatens poultry industry in Arkansas

GDP up 4.3% in the third quarter, consumer confidence declines

St. Bernards to expand Maternal Life360 HOME program into Greene County

Then and Now: Cooperative business model a good fit for Mitchell Johnson