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THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2018
ANNUAL MEETING #TheGreatestCity
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2018 Sponsors Underwriter TriTechne Inc. is a unique services company that achieves success by providing a platform for its clients and employees to harbor and grow successful programs. The company provides inside and outside plant services within the telecommunications industry to clients across the industry and country. TriTechne Inc. helps its partners strategically analyze the key characteristics of a program and then tailor builds a team to capitalize on program efficiencies, allowing them to always meet their goals. Presenting Founded in 1907, UCA attracts the state’s best and brightest – incoming students have the second highest ACT score and GPA in the state. Academic excellence, a vibrant campus, Division I athletics and an energetic college town all help prepare UCA students for success. Named one of the “Best Regional Universities in the South” by U.S. News & World Report, the diverse student body includes students from 73 countries, 43 states, and each county in Arkansas. Students may choose from more than 150 degree and certificate options, which include undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. The university’s innovative academics feature hands-on opportunities and professors who really invest in their students. The UCA campus provides an active community of more than 200 clubs, service organizations and opportunities for students to plug in and connect. This includes learning, leadership, community building, creative expression, volunteerism, mentoring and much more. For more information on these and other opportunities offered at UCA, visit GoUCA.com. Presenting Crafton Tull’s mission is to improve communities through professional design and surveying one project at a time. With more than 200 employees working out of seven offices across Arkansas and Oklahoma, the company has been contributing to the built environment for over 50 years. That longevity, coupled with investments in technologies and sustainable design practices, confirms that Crafton Tull is well crafted to lead the industry into the 21st century. With a focus on outstanding client service, professionals at Crafton Tull deliver quality planning, architecture, engineering, and surveying services to clients across the country. The Crafton Tull Foundation began as a way for the company to recognize and support the community service efforts of its employees. Crafton Tull is proud to have charity-minded employees, and the company matches donations dollar-for-dollar to build better communities. The Foundation encourages employees and clients of Crafton Tull to volunteer their time and resources to charitable organizations within the communities where they live and work. 4 - #thegreatestcity
2018 Sponsors Presenting Conway Regional Health System provides complete health care services to the growing communities of north central Arkansas, including Faulkner, Conway, Perry, Van Buren, and Cleburne counties. Centered on a 150-bed, acute care medical center, the health system provides patients with a variety of services, such as heart health, cancer care, women’s health, surgery, and rehabilitation. Conway Regional Health System is proud to serve the people of central Arkansas by providing topquality medical care in a supportive environment. Just like the Conway community, Conway Regional is growing and rapidly refining their services to meet the changing needs of the communities it serves. With more than 200 physicians on the medical staff, over 1,200 employees, and about 100 volunteers, Conway Regional is committed to making better health care a reality. Awards
The Log Cabin Democrat and WINC Magazine are part of the Gatehouse Media, one of the largest publishers of locally-based media in the United States. The Log Cabin has covered Conway and Faulkner County for more than 138 years as a resource for documenting the economic growth and achievements of local businesses and residents. WINC. is a monthly lifestyle magazine covering people and events in Faulkner County for more than 10 years. Community, food, fun, local business owners and outstanding local heroes are featured in every issue.
New connections between Arkansas properties is a highlight of the Log Cabin moving forward. Gatehouse has group and senior group publishers in Pine Bluff, in Conway and Fort Smith who oversee each of their own properties and coordinate advertising and special product distribution. This is a great advantage for advertisers who want to reach more audiences in the state through print and digital media and who need their own digital solutions. Content sharing will also be part of the overall initiative in the future. Finding big opportunities for all businesses in our region is key for the future.
Awards At Northwestern Mutual, financial representatives draw from a wide range of resources to offer customized solutions that will help meet their clients’ individual financial needs. With exclusive access to world-class products and services – such as life insurance, disability income insurance, education funding alternatives, retirement solutions, estate analysis, and business needs analysis – representatives can create a personalized and flexible approach that incorporates complementary financial solutions for each client. Located at 2455 Washington Avenue, the Conway office has an experienced and knowledgeable team of financial representatives. For more information on the Conway office of Northwestern Mutual, visit conway-ar.nm.com. Conway Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting - 5
Guest Speaker
Governor Asa Hutchinson Governor Hutchinson was sworn in as the 46th Governor of Arkansas in January 2015 and immediately set in motion his plan to bring more jobs and economic growth to his native state. His initiative to require computer-coding classes in every public high school makes Arkansas a national leader and signals to businesses everywhere that our students will be prepared for the 21st century economy. As a part of his strategy to market Arkansas and attract more jobs and businesses to the state, Governor Hutchinson has met with CEOs of major industries across the globe from Silicon Valley to France, Japan, Israel, Germany, China, and Cuba. On the national stage, Governor Hutchinson has been a key leader on energy, security, and education. The Governor is the former chairman of the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC), Southern States Energy Board (SSEB), and the Southern Regional Education Board. Before being elected governor, Asa Hutchinson served as Director of the Drug Enforcement Administration and the first Undersecretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Voters in Arkansas’s Third District also elected him to Congress three times. A graduate of the University of Arkansas Law School, Asa Hutchinson, at age 31, was appointed by President Reagan as the nation’s youngest U.S. Attorney. 6 - #thegreatestcity
Guy W. Murphy Distinguished Service Award
Ronnie Williams The Guy W. Murphy Distinguished Service Award is the Chamber’s highest form of recognition. Established in 1957, this award is presented annually to an individual or group who has rendered special service for the benefit of the community. Candidates have demonstrated an active leadership role for the betterment of the community through their involvement in business, civic, and social service organizations. For almost 30 years, Ronnie Williams has worked behind the scenes, providing his leadership and guidance to many people and organizations at the University of Central Arkansas, in Conway and Faulkner County, and throughout the state of Arkansas. His talent is in building bridges between people and organizations. His faith-driven, inclusive, and open leadership style allows him to not only bring people together but also to break down difficult issues so conversations, solutions, and action can occur. Mr. Williams has served on many committees and governing boards throughout the community and state. He was the first African-American chairman for the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors and was vice chairman of the Arkansas Educational Television Commission. Mr. Williams has also been involved with the Arkansas Supreme Court Committee on Professional Conduct, minority advisory board for the Arkansas Attorney General, Conway Development Corporation board, Arkansas Community Foundation board, and the Faulkner County Shelter for Abused and Battered Women, just to name a few. Ronnie Williams consistently lives by his high standards and core values. As vice president for student services and institutional diversity at University of Central Arkansas, he is able to use his leadership role to speak to the concerns of students and give them direction on how to effect positive change. In all situations, people see Mr. Williams’s genuineness and heartfelt desire to serve others and the community.
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Lloyd Westbrook Good Neighbor Award
Crystal Kemp Established in 1973, the Lloyd Westbrook Good Neighbor Award is presented annually to an individual who has given of his or her time and talents. Candidates are known for going beyond the call of duty to help others. The nominee exemplifies outstanding public service to the Conway Area. In both her professional and personal life, Crystal Kemp has given of her time and talents to make Conway a better place to live. She believes that community leadership is about being informed and involved while seeking ways to make a difference. Through her job as the marketing and public relations manager for Conway Corporation, Mrs. Kemp works for a company whose mission includes enhancing the quality of life in our community. She feels blessed that she gets to share the story of Conway Corporation’s involvement in the city’s advancement while exploring new ways to build upon that legacy. Personally, Mrs. Kemp volunteers monthly in the kitchen at Bethlehem House and has invested time with Haven House and other nonprofits. She has served on multiple Chamber of Commerce committees, nonprofit boards, campaign committees, school committees, and advisory committees. However, she believes that her work with Faulkner County Youth Leadership and Faulkner County Girl Scouts has been her chief areas of leadership and impact. She has been a part of Faulkner County Youth Leadership since 1995, serving as a session leader, selection chair, and on the steering committee. She has been a Girl Scout troop leader since 2001 and has also served as a unit publicity coordinator and a service unit coordinator. Through her involvement with both organizations, Crystal Kemp has exposed numerous youth to the importance of community involvement and making a difference, a contribution she finds personally rewarding and fulfilling.
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Business Executive of the Year
Matt Troup The Business Executive of the Year award recognizes the owner, executive, or president of a business who has displayed outstanding performance in either an individual or collaborative endeavor. The nominee is a driving force behind the company and works to maintain an enriched business climate and an enhanced quality of life in Conway. Since Matt Troup arrived at Conway Regional Health System in August 2015, the hospital has seen a major shift in culture, engagement, and advancement. With changes in the health care industry and in the local market, Mr. Troup has provided strong leadership and vision that solidifies the culture at Conway Regional by engaging its people and defining the brand promise that they are bold, exceptional, and called to serve patients. Employee engagement scores are now the highest they have been, and physician engagement is among the top five percent in the nation. Mr. Troup brings with him knowledge and experience from other hospitals and is able to show others how all the pieces can fit together. Under his leadership, Conway Regional has expanded several key services, including neurospine surgery, sleep medicine, and plastic surgery, as well as improving current facilities and technology. Conway Regional has also entered into a partnership with Arkansas Children’s Hospital to expand infant care. Mr. Troup created a partnership with physicians called the Accountable Clinical Management that improves quality, patient experience, and overall cost of care. He also implemented a Volunteer Time Off program that incentivizes staff to serve in the community. In addition to the many nonprofits and organizations that Conway Regional partners with, Matt Troup is directly involved with his church, the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, and Arkansas Dream Center, among others.
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Young Business Leader of the Year
Drew Spurgers The Young Business Leader of the Year award recognizes a community business leader, age 40 or younger, who has helped create a more vibrant business and social environment for all of Conway’s residents. As a Conway native and small business owner, Drew Spurgers is a vocal advocate for shopping locally and encouraging others to shop Conway first. He is the owner of Kangabloo Creative, a marketing firm for small businesses, and uses both his personal and professional networks to teach small-business owners how to market effectively and build their businesses through social media and digital marketing. This past year, Mr. Spurgers launched a Christmas campaign promoting local shopping that highlighted Conway-area residents and their favorite locally owned businesses. This created organic content encouraging local commerce. In addition to being an advocate for local businesses, Mr. Spurgers is active with several community organizations. He is the vice president of the Conway Public Schools Foundation, an advisory board member for the Conway Area Career Center Business Department, and a past committee member of United Way of Central Arkansas. Mr. Spurgers supports Bethlehem House and Haven House through pro-bono work and community advocacy and is also actively involved with the Conductor Mentor Network, Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, and Conway Downtown Partnership. Drew Spurgers hopes to show that the younger generation can make a difference in the business community and encourages other young entrepreneurs to dig in, get involved, and leverage their youth as an asset.
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Business of the Year The Business of the Year Award recognizes businesses for their continued growth, innovation, and community involvement. It is the premier honor to the best overall business in Conway and is presented in the following categories: Outstanding Nonprofit Outstanding Hospitality Outstanding Retailer Outstanding Large Employer (100 employees or more) Outstanding Small Business (99 employees or fewer)
Thanks to the judges of the 2018 Annual Meeting Awards: Stephanie Brackman Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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Lisa Flowers East Parker County Chamber of Commerce Willow Park, Texas
Katie Stice, IOM Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce Coachella, California Conway Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting - 11
Outstanding Nonprofit
Haven House It has been 30 years since the Conway community came together to offer a safe haven for abused and neglected children. The mission remains the same: “to provide a safe, nurturing environment for every child who comes here.” Haven, a residential group home for adolescent girls, has occupied three different locations and has helped an estimated 3,000 girls. Haven staff members are mental health paraprofessionals who are trained and certified to assist residents. The staff works with other local agencies, schools, volunteers, and graduate students and social work interns from local colleges to truly make Haven a home. They offer a wide array of wrap-around services, including counseling, life-skills training, and extracurricular activities. In 2017, Haven began its first comprehensive campaign, “Every Child Deserves a Home.” This campaign sets out to build a facility that will provide clients and staff with a home that can serve the growing demands of the Arkansas foster-child community for years to come. The 9,000-square-foot house will provide privacy, access, and security in a welcoming family atmosphere. In just four months, Haven was able to reach 50 percent of the construction goal for their new house.
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Outstanding Hospitality
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom is a place where the community can discover, share, and connect locally. Since opening in 2008, the restaurant has served distinctive taproom fare and the best local and regional craft beers. They strive to be innovative in all things, including their food, location, and wait-list system. Just this year, after recognizing a need for more places in the community to be able to meet privately, Old Chicago invested in and expanded their restaurant to include a private garden room. Old Chicago management believes in being involved with community events that help support the growth and well-being of the Conway community. Because of this, the restaurant is involved with over 25 local charities and events, including the Faulkner County Center on Aging, Conway Women’s Shelter, Children’s Advocacy Alliance, United Way of Central Arkansas, Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, Conway Cradle Care, City of Hope Outreach, Special Olympics, and multiple events on college campuses.
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Outstanding Retailer
The Ride The Ride, founded in 2003, is a full-service bicycle shop providing sales and service for all levels of rider. With a mission to be a hub for all things cycling, owner Erik Leamon, together with his wife, Tara, and other employees at The Ride, are instrumental in informing and spreading knowledge about cycling throughout the community. They have accomplished this by participating in committees and planning groups that direct cycling events and informing local government of ways to provide better cycling infrastructure within the city. The Ride also helped launch Conway’s bike-share program through Zagster and works on continued maintenance for this program. The Ride’s team members connect cyclists in the community by leading riding groups, forming a National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) mountain biking league for youth, and founding Women Bike Arkansas. The Ride has provided and repaired bicycles for those in need and has taught multiple cycling classes. Guided by the notion that the bicycle is the fountain of youth, The Ride encourages everyone to live a better life through cycling. Its owners and employees strive to go above and beyond in their treatment of customers, understanding that they do more than sell and service bicycles; they guide and educate customers of all ages and backgrounds on their cycling needs and goals. 14 - #thegreatestcity
Outstanding Retailer
Haynes ACE Hardware Haynes Hardware is committed to being “The Helpful Place� through knowledgeable and friendly staff, a variety of inventory, expanded services, and a continuous outreach to the community. While associated with the ACE Hardware Corporation, Haynes Hardware is locally owned. For the past eight years, Haynes has been the group leader for the Arkansas Dealer Group, which is made up of most ACE Hardware stores in the state. This group plans and organizes meetings to discuss new products, services, and marketing opportunities. This past year, they expanded the chip-key program, which allows them to service over 90 percent of all vehicles on the road. Another benefit of the affiliation is having an ACE Hardware warehouse right here in central Arkansas. Haynes has the ability to streamline processes, make purchasing decisions, and get products to the store quickly and easily, sometimes the next day. Haynes Hardware is active in the community, supporting fundraisers for Children’s Miracle Network and hosting fundraisers for local schools. During times of need, employees at Haynes work with the Red Cross and local food banks in the community. They have hosted pet adoption events at the store and are committed to give back to the community whenever they have the opportunity and are able. Conway Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting - 15
Outstanding Large Employer
Centennial Bank / Home BancShares Inc. Conway-based Home BancShares Inc., parent company of Centennial Bank, is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of its customers, stockholders, and bankers while enriching the communities it serves. The bank-holding company was founded in 1998 by a group of investors, led by John W. Allison, Home BancShares’ chairman of the board, and Robert H. “Bunny” Adcock Jr., Home BancShares’ vice chairman of the board. After obtaining a bank charter in 1999, First State Bank in Conway, Arkansas, was formed. Over the next decade, the company acquired and integrated several banks across Arkansas and parts of Florida, including Centennial Bank, Marine Bank, and Twin City Bank. In 2009, all were brought under the name Centennial Bank. Home BancShares is built around experienced bankers with strong local relationships. These bankers pride themselves with a community-banking philosophy, which leads to exceptional service and strong relationships with customers. They also maintain a strong commitment to the communities they live and work in through their involvement and support of local charities. Since its formation, Home BancShares has given more than $1.5 million dollars to schools, law enforcement, and nonprofits in Conway and Faulkner County. In 2018, the banking institution was ranked No. 1 on Forbes’ list of “Best Banks in America.”
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Outstanding Small Business Conway Manufacturing Group Founded in the 1980s, Conway Manufacturing Group has grown from a tool-and-die shop to an innovative manufacturing facility consisting of three unique brands: Conway Machine, Jet Machine, and Bison Pumps. Their purpose across all brands is to craft a high-quality product that is sold at a competitive price. As a U.S.-based manufacturer, Conway Manufacturing Group has learned to be innovative, constantly thinking toward the future of manufacturing and the implementation of new ideas. One of their largest challenges is finding and retaining skilled labor. In response, they have created their own inhouse training program, which has won several grants and has been met with excitement and enthusiasm from team members. Not stopping there, Conway Manufacturing Group has also begun the process of becoming a LEAN-certified manufacturer. This is a concept that streamlines the manufacturing process with the goal of using the least amount of space and resources for a maximum output of product. Team members are encouraged to work together to solve problems. They believe that implementing LEAN will encourage productivity and a greater sense of ownership over the employees’ work, which will improve the culture and overall work environment at the company.
Pro Auto Pro Auto began when Harold Ross started buying, repairing, and selling salvaged vehicles. In the more than 30 years since, Pro Auto has ventured into new trade lines, which has expanded their workforce and capacity dramatically. Still owned by the Ross family, Pro Auto’s services include collision repair, towing and transport, sales and auction, and fleet management and acquisition. It was the first tow company in Conway to have all of its operators certified in Traffic Incident Management. Over the past five years, Pro Auto has achieved gold status from the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, or I-CAR, one of the highest certifications in the automotive-repair industry. Pro Auto does not limit its focus to vehicles and automotive services; the goal is problem solving. The team realizes that when most people come to see them, it is not because they are having a good day. Pro Auto’s goal is to get customers past road blocks and on with their lives. Pro Auto is also involved in the community, with team members supporting organizations such as Children’s Advocacy Alliance, Arkansas Food Bank, Toys for Tots, Heifer International, Bethlehem House, and Samaritan’s Purse. Conway Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting - 17
Conway Area Leadership Institute Class of 2018 The Conway Area Leadership Institute prepares emerging leaders to serve the Conway community. Through shared experiences and frequent interactions, participants will engage in an eight-month curriculum inspired by Conway2025. Conway2025 is a long-range strategic plan developed with the input of more than 1,400 area residents. This plan identifies seven sectors of importance for the overall growth and sustainability of Conway: • Keep Conway Learning
• Keep Conway Building
• Keep Conway Creative
• Keep Conway Working
• Keep Conway Safe
• Keep Conway Moving
• Keep Conway Active At 61 participants, the Conway Area Leadership Institute Class of 2018 is the largest class in the leadership program’s 30-year history.
CALI Class of 2018 Grace Barre - Conway Regional Health System Deandriea Bass-Carrigan - ARS-Rehab Services Tommy Bittle - Insight Logistics Management Jennifer Bonds - Ensono Courtney Bryant - University of Central Arkansas Brittany Butler - McGhee Insurance Agency Jessica Clawson - Baptist Health Foundation Joey Cook - City Church Jessica Crum - Silverlake Design Studio Toya Davis - ARcare Brian Davis - Counseling Associates Alicia Dewees - Bear State Bank Julia Dossett Morgan - University of Central Arkansas, Reynolds Performance Hall Taylor Douglas - Pinnacle Refreshment Services Ryan Evans - Integrity Insurance Group Emily Ferris - Sowell Architects Andrea Gilliam - ARS-Rehab Services Tyler Greening - Green Bay Packaging, Arkansas Kraft Division Shannon Greenway - Milestones Services Inc. Patrick Henry - Second Baptist Church
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Trey Hooten - Central Arkansas Finance Inc. Vickie Jefferson - Walmart Neighborhood Market Beth Jimmerson - Conway Corporation Dawn Johnson - Eagle Bank & Trust Rendia King - Wonder State Box Kevin Knell - HP Enterprise Scotty Lawrence - Kimberly-Clark Jayme Lemon - Baptist Health Medical Center – Conway Kateryna Ligon - Central Baptist College Zach Little - Metova Inc. Jon Love - Rock-Pond Solutions James Luyet - Nabholz Construction Jay Mattox - Conway Fire Department Cherrylyn McCastle - Acxiom Brett McDaniel - Conway Corporation Jake McElhaney - TriTechne Inc. Lindsey Nabholz - Nabholz Construction Lauren Norris - University of Central Arkansas Jamisa Nuness-Hogan - Kids World Child Care Center Folake Oluokun - The John Maxwell Team
Leann Parker - Crafton Tull Evan Pence - City of Conway Denise Perry - Sandstone Real Estate Group Ashley Peterson - Entergy Arkansas Inc. Fabiola Reyes - Simmons Bank Leslie Richardson - American Safeguard Insurance Blake Robertson - Cousins’ Office Furniture Donna Rogers - Centennial Bank Zach Saxion - RE/MAX Elite Cole Schanandore - Ott Insurance John Simmons - First Arkansas Bank & Trust Kim Slaughter - The Blue Focus Kelly Sublett - Log Cabin Democrat Jeff Tinsley - Rogers Group Inc. Lisette Washispac - First Security Bank Kelsey Weaver - Conway Cradle Care Dana Wills – Self-employed Russell Wilson - Wells Fargo Chris Wilson - Virco Manufacturing Group Katie Wright - Kimberly-Clark Francisco Yanez - Las Delicias
UPCOMING EVENTS The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of events that provide valuable networking opportunities and avenues for business exposure. These events serve four primary functions for our members and the community: promote, honor, connect, and grow. April 12 - Networking and Business Development – Central Arkansas Small Business Series Location: UCA Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center Time: 6-8 p.m. Come learn the art of networking and explore ways to build and leverage your business network. April 17 - Off The Clock Location: Conway Tennis Complex, Laurel Park Time: 5-7 p.m. Bring your workout clothes and tennis rackets, and test out the new courts. April 25 - Academic Signing Day Location: UCA Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center Time: 2-3 p.m. Academic Signing Day highlights the academic success of Conway’s high school seniors. April 26 - Administrative Professionals Awards Breakfast Location: UCA Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center Time: 2-3 p.m. This event celebrates the valued work of administrative and paraprofessionals in the Conway area.
Save the Dates May 4 May 4-6 May 15 May 22 June 15 Aug. 6 Aug. 7
Leadercast 2018 Toad Suck Daze Membership Maximizer Outlook Conway Bowling for Business Membership Maximizer Teacher Breakfast and Education Fair
Sept. 25 Oct. 11 Oct. 11 Nov. 1 Nov. 6 Nov. 24 Dec. 4
Minority Enterprise Development Awards Reception Business Expo & Taste of Conway Conway Downtown Partnership Annual Meeting Conway Area Leadership Institute Graduation Membership Maximizer Illuminate & Small Business Saturday Women in Business Awards Luncheon
Get a full calendar of events, additional details, and registration and sponsorship information at CONWAYCHAMBER.ORG
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2018 Sponsors Platinum
Speaker Reception
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General Contractor Construction Manager
First Service Bank
501-327-2807 www.salterconst.com
Silver American Safeguard Insurance, Andy’s Frozen Custard, Arkansas Business Publishing Group, Bank of the Ozarks, Bear State Bank, Central Baptist College, Cintas, Corco Construction, Covington Companies, Delta Dental, Douglas Companies, Edafio Technology Partners, Entergy, Eric Rob & Isaac, First Arkansas Bank & Trust, Flake & Kelley, Green Bay Packaging – Arkansas Kraft Division, JSI Metal Recycling, Klaasmeyer Construction, Kutak Rock, Mainstream Technologies, Metova Federal, Metova Inc., NABCO Mechanical & Electrical, Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects, Regions Bank, Sam’s Club, Simmons Bank, Smith Ford, Snap-on Equipment, Stephens Inc., The Blue Focus, U.S. Bank, Virco, Wonder State Box Company
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Chairs
2018 Chairman’s Circle Members of the Chairman’s Circle underwrite the economic development, education, and government affairs initiatives of the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, Conway Development Corporation, and Conway Downtown Partnership. Each of these 75 members has invested a minimum of $7,500 with the Chamber CDC, and Downtown Partnership combined.
Diamond Conway Convention & Visitors Bureau / City of Conway
Platinum Conway Corporation, Conway Regional Health System, Crain Buick GMC / Crain Kia Gold Acxiom Corporation, Baptist Health Medical Center, Centennial Bank, Central Baptist College, Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland, Crafton Tull, First Security Bank / Crews & Associates, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Nabholz Construction Corporation, Southwestern Energy Company, TriTechne, University of Central Arkansas Foundation, Virco, Whisinvest Realty, LLC Silver American Management Corporation, ARcare, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Arkansas Business Publishing Group, Arvest Bank, AY Magazine, Barefoot Athletics, Caldwell Toyota, Delta Dental of Arkansas, Eric Rob & Isaac, First Service Bank, Garver, Green Bay Packaging – Arkansas Kraft Division, Klaasmeyer Construction, McDonald’s, Metova, NABCO, Park Hill Home, Preferred Medical, Regions Bank, Reliance Health Care and Incite Rehab, Rock-Pond Solutions, Rogers Group, Salter Construction / Salter Properties / Metro Square, Simmons Bank, Smith Ford, Snap-on Equipment, Thomas & Thomas LLP, Trinity Development, Walmart / Sam’s Club, Wonder State Box Co. Bronze Academy Sports + Outdoors, American Safeguard Insurance, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette – River Valley & Ozark Edition, Arkansas Federal Credit Union, Bank of the Ozarks, Cintas, Conway OB-GYN, Corco Construction, Covington Companies, DeBoard Electronics / C2 Power Sports, Edafio Technology Partners, First Arkansas Bank & Trust, Fureigh Electric, Hendrix College, International Paper, Lindsey Management, Log Cabin Democrat, Magie Smith Charton Eye Clinic PA, Mainstream Technologies, Moix RV, Northwestern Mutual, Pediatrics Plus, Petit Jean Meats, Pro Auto, Sowell Architects, Stoby’s / PattiCakes Bakery
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2018 Board of Directors EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CHAIR - Dr. Melanie Smith Magie Smith Charton Eye Clinic PAST-CHAIR - Andrea Woods Nabholz Construction Corporation VICE-CHAIR - Scott Champlin Snap-on Equipment TREASURER - Jason Culpepper Simmons Bank SECRETARY - Brad Lacy Conway Area Chamber of Commerce Patti Stobaugh PattiCakes Bakery Pete Tanguay Rock-Pond Solutions
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chris Boudrie Kimberly-Clark Corporation Tim Bowen Baptist Health Medical Center – Conway Dr. Thomas Cabantac St. Francis Veterinary Clinic Will Cone Green Bay Packaging Inc. –Arkansas Kraft Division Charles Frost Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom Drew Gainor Northwestern Mutual Korry Garrett Sandstone Real Estate Group Julie Gillaspy Acxiom Corporation Darren Jones UACCM 22 - #thegreatestcity
Cate McConnell Smith Ford Randy Milligan Thomas & Thomas LLP, CPA Sarah Murphy Conway Human Development Center Joanna Nabholz H+N Architects Blake Robertson Cousins’ Office Furniture John Ben Scherrey Centennial Bank Dr. Brad Teague University of Central Arkansas David Traylor Southwestern Energy Company Matt Troup Conway Regional Health System Dr. Bill Tsutsui Hendrix College Mike Yoder Kroger Marketplace Bill Adkisson Conway Development Corporation Jim Baker Faulkner County Judge’s Office Dr. Spencer Gordy Toad Suck Daze Bart Castleberry Office of the Mayor Shelia Isby A&P Commission/City Council Lori Windle Quinn Conway Downtown Partnership
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Congratulations, Matt! It’s no surprise to us that the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce has named Matt Troup as the Business Executive of the Year. Matt’s dedication to servant-leadership has inspired our team to reflect a true calling and commitment to excellence in patient care in our community. We are grateful for your bold leadership and innovative spirit.
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