Tag: Then and Now

Then & Now: Fundraising success, relationships part of Power’s career highlights

Mark Power, who has been part of fundraising efforts at the University of Arkansas since 2001, is proud of his 23 years of work that has helped raise billions of…

Then & Now: Scott helping clients at Conner & Winters

John Scott, equity partner at Conner & Winters LLP in Fayetteville, has been an attorney for 27 years. He was a partner at Keisling Pieper & Scott PLC in Fayetteville…

Then & Now: Pianalto sees healthcare grow in Northwest Arkansas

The nuns Eric Pianalto has worked with for 30 years at Mercy are the inspiration behind his career. “I’d advise anybody younger in their career to find people they trust…

Then & Now: With council, Green helps shape the NWA narrative

Nate Green joined Springdale-based nonprofit Northwest Arkansas Council as communications director in 2019. Over the past four years, he’s led a successful program that has attracted remote workers and raised…

Then & Now: Harkins builds career as Little Rock developer

Editor’s Note: The following story appeared in the Jan. 15 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business Journal’s…

Cliftons business success marked by decade of growth

Dr. Misty Clifton is not only a successful physician, she is also a successful business owner.

As Walmarts top food exec, Redfield enjoys a challenge

Take a leap of faith, because it can become very rewarding, said Charles Redfield, executive vice president of food at Walmart U.S.

Eaves returns home to be closer to family

Tracey Eaves, partner of American Business Appraisers, moved back to New Mexico in 2013, after living in Fayetteville for about 10 years.

Cross still Cornerstone of the family business

Over the past 15 years, Cornerstone Bank has been on a steady growth path, and Charlie Cross has remained a leading figure.

Pediatric dentist wants to help steer industry for the region

As someone who has been on the scene for almost 30 years, Dr. Jeff Rhodes feels compelled to act as a leader in the area.

Harbin enjoying program assessment role at UNLV

J. Judd Harbin stayed on at the University of Arkansas for 16 years, before becoming director of campus life assessment at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Veteran mortgage lender in startup mode with BNC

Scott Jeffus has been in the mortgage business for more than a decade and is now branch manager for a rapidly going loan production of in Bentonville.

Hodson Views VR as Next Big Thing

Former Fayetteville attorney now running a virtual reality video business in Austin, Texas.

Clorox Executive Says, You Really Cant Sell Walmart

Clorox Co. executive Ed Huber understands the importance of a close partnership with Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

Fundraising Path Leads Wagar to Crystal Bridges

Jill Wagar joined the museum as corporate relations manager nine months before it opened in November 2011.

Gray Has a Wide-Angle Lens on the Economic Landscape

Darin Gray has sown seeds in the soil of Arkansas enterprises for almost 30 years, and the greatest yield has been perspective.

Former Newspaper Publisher Excited to Return to NWA

Tom Stallbaumer will be responsible for business development and client relations at the Rogers office of inVeritas.

Industry Veteran Now On Fourth Logistics Startup

Eric Wolfe is president of Watco Supply Chain Services in Springdale.

Arkansas Native Now a Trucking Exec in Dallas

Stephens native Adam Arrington was immersed in the freight industry from an early age.

Hotel Manager Rides Roller Coaster Career

Alex Jerde now settled in as general manager of the 115-room Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center, after seeing a lot of ups and downs throughout his career.

Real Deals: Highfill pasture sells for $6.58 million

Wes Morris exits retirement to become COO at Tyson Foods

Engine, Nuqleous complete merger

Report: Rising number of uninsured children in Arkansas