Chamber Voice Newsletter | August 2016 by Rogers Lowell Chamber

AUGUST2016 | Vol 11 Issue 8

Rogers Downtown Initiative | Transforming & Revitalizing

Part of the revitalization of Downtown Rogers, the new Downtown Rogers Farmers Market has been open since April

n the city Where Possible Lives, there’s a lot happening, especially downtown. It’s a new energy, a buzz that has not been felt in a long time. Wide-eyed amazement might best describe the reaction of many who haven’t visited Downtown Rogers in awhile. As one approaches downtown from nearly any direction there are visible signs of progress everywhere that the initiative is moving forward with reaching its goal of revitalizing the historic core of the city. Developers, property owners, merchants,

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Events and Meetings

Rogers Downtown Initiative | Transforming & Revitalizing continued

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Thank-A-Teacher Celebration Presented by Sam’s Furniture; Teacher Education Fair & Appreciation Breakfast

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contractors and realtors are collaborating and working together with the City of Rogers and the RogersLowell Area Chamber of Commerce taking steps toward making implementation of the Downtown Master Plan (development plan) a reality. Visit downtown, glance up to see the tallest building, and one might just see construction crews installing the final segments of roofing, reminiscent of Spanish tiles, as they move sure-footed five stories atop the old, majestic Lane Hotel. The Walton Family Foundation recently announced its intention

Chamber University Events Happening in August “Networking with a Purpose” Non-Profit Showcase; 2016 Fall Golf Tournament

Career Connections Program Announced for 2016-17 School Year

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Focus On The Community – Arkansas Public Theatre Season 31 & Other Stories from Around the Community

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to locate a school in this stately building that once served as an elegant home away from home to vacationers, business travelers, actors and dignitaries from 1929 into the 1960s. Most recently, the building served as a residence for senior citizens until 2003. The Foundation is giving new life to this elegant 42,000 square foot downtown structure. Moving to the eastern-most edge of downtown, visitors are impressed with a new Railyard Bike Park along with significant enhancements and expansion of trails surrounding Lake Atalanta. Rogers now boasts Continued on Page 3...

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Welcome New Members | June 2016

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Ribbon Cuttings | June 2016

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Focus on the Community Continued

Rockin’ and Rollin’ Summer in Rogers! | #RogersRocks in August Don’t Miss Out on Some Really Interesting Government Affairs Programs

Chamber Membership Renewals | June 2016

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Chamber Networking & Educational Events

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business-building events designed for you EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Chairman of the Board – Nick Hobbs, JB Hunt Chairman-Elect – David Faulkner, Pinnacle Hills Promenade Treasurer – Eric Pianalto– Mercy NWA Past Chairman – Mike Watts, FM Corporation President/CEO – Raymond Burns RIDC President – Jerry Vest, Regions Bank

2016 DIRECTORS

Greg Fogle, Nabholz Construction David Hale, Digital Printing Solutions Rick McWhirt, Bekaert Corporation Jeff Ratcliff Cameron Smith, Cameron Smith & Associates Angie Tucker-Ridley, Tucker Furniture & Appliance

2017 DIRECTORS

Tabi Lipscomb, Arvest Benton County Jeff Wood, Tyson Foods Kristen Boozman, Portfolio Real Estate Mauricio Herrera, Legal Center of NWA J.D. Davis, AMP Sign & Banner Frank Bailey, Bailey & Oliver Law Firm

2018 DIRECTORS

Jon Harrell, Generations Bank Keri Earwood, Shelter Insurance Jeff Milford, AEP/SWEPCO Tina Winham, NUK – USA Dennis Ferguson, Simmons Bank David Roth, WorkMatters

EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS

Jeremy Barclay - Northwest Health System Jerry Carmichael - TY North America - LLC Mike Clawson - Del Monte Foods - Inc. Bob Clinard - Benton County Judge Dr. Janie Darr - Rogers Public Schools Rich Davis - SourceGas Arkansas Inc. Mike Dodge - Carroll Electric Coop. Corp. Sandy Edwards - Crystal Bridges Museum Dan Hendrix - Arkansas World Trade Center Greg Hines - Mayor - City of Rogers Dr. Evelynn Jorgenson - NWACC President Peter Lane - Walton Arts Center David Lang - Embassy Suites NWA Eldon Long - Mayor - City of Lowell Charles Nevin - Advantage Sales & Marketing Dawn Spragg - CUMC Thom Stathakis - Everett Buick GMC Chris Sultemeier - Walmart Dick Trammel - Arkansas Highway Commission Mike Williams - NWA Emerging Leaders (WorkMatters)

8.2 Chamber University Topic: Leadership – Creating the Superior Team 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

AUDIT COMMITTEE David Hale Frank Bailey Jon Harrell

8.4 Small Business Council Meeting 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce 8.9 Education Committee Meeting 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

8.3 Chamber University - Sunrise Seminar Series Topic: Business Succession Planning 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

8.10 Rogers Advertising & Promotion Commission 4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

8.9 Coffee Connection 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Sam’s Club

8.19 Government Affairs Committee Meeting 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

8.12 Teacher Education Fair & Appreciation Breakfast 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Rogers High School 8.17 New Member Orientation 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

8.25 Executive Committee Meeting 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce For information on other meetings happening at the chamber or around town visit RogersLowell.com

8.18 Business After Hours 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Cox Business at The Social Taco 8.25 Chamber University Topic: Starting a Business in Arkansas 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. World Trade Center Arkansas

View complete calendar at RogersLowell.com

8.25 “Networking with a Purpose” Non-Profit Showcase 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Northwest Arkansas Board of Realtors Event Center For information on other upcoming events visit the complete calendar online at RogersLowell.com

DIVISION CHAIRS

Community Development - Tina Winham Membership Services - Keri Earwood Economic Development - Jeff Milford Government Affairs - Jerry Carmichael Convention & Visitors Bureau - David Lang

upcoming meetings

Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce 317 West Walnut Street Rogers, Arkansas 72756 P: (479) 636-1240 F: (479) 636-5485

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staff Raymond Burns, CCE President/CEO rburns@rogerslowell.com

Brad Phillips Vice President of Marketing Communications brad@rogerslowell.com

Amy Gober Director of Community Development amy@rogerslowell.com

Kelly Parker Sports & Tourism Marketing Manager | Visit Rogers kelly@rogerslowell.com

J.R. Shaw Executive Director/Senior Vice President | Visit Rogers jr@rogerslowell.com

Jon Moran Vice President of Government Affairs jon@rogerslowell.com

Jacque Eakins Account Executive jacque@rogerslowell.com

Katie Wright Assistant to the President katie@rogerslowell.com

Shelle Summers, IOM Senior Vice President of Membership Services ssummers@rogerslowell.com

Karen Wagaman Vice President of Downtown Development karen@rogerslowell.com

Marni Rogers Member Relations Manager marni@rogerslowell.com

Ashley Matsumura Information Specialist ashley@rogerslowell.com

Steve Cox Senior Vice President of Economic Development steve@rogerslowell.com

Judy Diffee Finance Manager judy@rogerslowell.com

Nick Smith Creative Services Manager nick@rogerslowell.com

Amanda Mills Information Specialist amanda@rogerslowell.com

Vickie Grotts Vice President of Accounting & Finance vickie@rogerslowell.com

Brooklynn Wiley Director of Special Events brooklynn@rogerslowell.com

Erin Jernigan Convention Sales Manager | Visit Rogers erin@rogerslowell.com

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...Continued from Page 1 bike paths that lure cyclists from across the nation and is quickly becoming one of the most popular locations for competitive cyclists. Riders may test their skills in the challenging Railyard Bike Park, navigate trails around the adjacent Lake Atalanta (along beginner, intermediate and expert courses), and easily connect to Pleasant Ridge trails, to the route to the new Downtown Rogers Farmers Market (close to area shops and restaurants) and to the Razorback Regional Greenway. Dog parks, a 2,000 foot boardwalk, and five fishing piers will soon be exciting, new amenities for Lake Atalanta as will launch areas for canoes, kayaks and boats propelled by trolling motors giving water lovers a peaceful retreat from land. For those more comfortable on foot rather than water or wheels, walking, running and hiking trails will provide expansive and beautiful opportunities to get out and enjoy Northwest Arkansas. Rogers’ 265 acre park celebrates its grand re-opening in October with new picnic pavilions, restrooms, a natural playground and serenity viewing garden.

of options to satisfy a hungry appetite whether it’s appetizers after work or decadent desserts when you need a treat. The Downtown Rogers Farmers Market is new since the last downtown update: the familiar hotdog cart, a variety of food trucks and a new indoor/outdoor market facility provide a destination for those who enjoy a Saturday morning outing that offers fresh food choices and locally grown and hand-crafted products. Early risers will want to grab breakfast and meet the new owners of Wesner’s Grill Monday through Saturday before heading over to farmers market. Downtown Rogers is more than just dining and specialty shopping. New businesses are engaging patrons with more interactive experiences. Original artwork in the form of steel sculptures are found in the pop-up parks. Once dreary alley ways are sporting strings of lights and once empty lots are being transformed into park-like settings. Additional murals and other art and ideas are being explored. Trivia contests, wine tastings and local beers entertain regulars

competitive lease rates and less automobile traffic. While several spaces are currently being adapted for office and corporate use, additional opportunities are being customized for interested investors. Downtown residential offerings are also increasing in quantity and quality. Single family dwellings have always been plentiful and competitively priced downtown, and the recent market has been inspiring developers to seek more residential solutions. Developers and investors are eager to find available properties to renovate in order to accommodate the wants and needs of modern singles and families. Mixed use commercial/ residential has always been popular as seen in the apartments and lofts above downtown businesses and the newly renovated “Lofts at City Hall.” New mixed use and multi-family residences are not as plentiful when it comes to existing structures, but the move to build new units to increase density is in high demand and consistent with the goals of the master plan.

In this Northwest Arkansas city, Where Possible Lives…and flourishes, residents and visitors are enjoying a growing number of restaurants, specialty shops, professional services and entertainment options. “The Downtown Rogers Initiative is a tremendous community effort,” said Raymond Burns, President/CEO of the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce. “We’re transforming and revitalizing the Downtown Rogers experience.” New and unique downtown shopping experiences include: The Dotted Pig, Anna Grace Formals, The Imaginarium, The Urban Tub and Posh Alley Boutique, among others. Specialty gifts, antiques, wedding and prom dresses, funky art and beautiful home decorating accessories are definitely not the run-of-the-mill variety. Clothing options range from fun to fashionable to classic. Walters Shoes and Boots provides services to repair comfortable leather footwear that has seen better days. They also can repair your lucky ball glove or fit you with shoes, boots and sandals suitable for any season. Avenue Design Company and Magpie Bridge Apothecary Café will soon be adding their unique contributions to their Walnut St. neighbors. Pulse Nutrition is a place where you can increase your heart rate and decrease your waistline. A variety of eateries are emerging with a range

at Brick Street Brews, and soon, tours and activities will be offered by Ozark Brewery when it relocates and expands its brewing operations downtown. The brewery will join Levi’s Gastro Lounge and Brick Street Brews in bringing live music to downtown. The new Downtown Rogers experience continues to evolve with locally-owned shops inviting you to not only shop but to actually engage. The Honeycomb Kitchen Shop offers a range of interactive classes to make you more accomplished in the kitchen. Several other retailers are developing interactive experiences designed to engage, entertain and educate. The new Saturday Mornings on the Bricks event offers opportunities to learn about artists and craftsmen in the community as well as the artist within. There are many reasons to make Saturday mornings in Downtown Rogers a regular part of your weekly routine. Downtown is evolving and offers the perfect environment to live, work and play. It is attracting more interest from a variety of new developers, investors and businesses which will complement the professional services that have always found downtown to be attractive for business commerce. Increased renovations and new construction downtown appeals to companies who prefer the walkable nature of downtown combined with

Downtown is coming together and the RogersLowell Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to facilitating the process. A new leadership position was created this year and Karen Wagaman was named Vice President for Downtown Development to provide the chamber and the downtown stakeholders with a dedicated professional who will focus on guiding the vision of the Downtown Rogers Initiative. “I discovered Rogers and was immediately taken with the quality and charm of the downtown infrastructure and vibrancy of the business community, said Wagaman. “Five minutes after I arrived, I knew Rogers was the city in Northwest Arkansas where I was going to live. I just needed to find a place to live and a job to support my passion for and attraction to this city!” Serendipity is how she describes her arrival on the scene because in just four days in April she accepted an offer on her home in Topeka, Kansas, purchased a home in Rogers and accepted the position with the chamber of commerce. “I am not sure if I am surrounded by luck or blessings or Karma, but I know I bring a positive attitude and high level of energy to work most days.” Whether you live in Rogers or just visit from time to time, discover how Downtown Rogers is becoming a place to explore and experience Where Possible Lives.

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NEW in 2016 | Thank-A-Teacher Celebration Presented by Sam’s Furniture

hank-A-Teacher Celebration Pre- though we can never thank them enough, this sented by Sam’s Furniture will be held event is an opportunity to let them know how on Wednesday, August 10 at Rogers much we appreciate all that they do. High School.

Making A Big Difference in the World

This is a brand new event in 2016 that celebrates our local teachers who are making a big difference in the world. Teachers give our children so much: a boost of confidence when needed; extra help when they are having trouble learning; and a welcoming presence in the classroom. Our teachers also use their classrooms as the first steps in educating the next generation of workforce that will keep our businesses and our community thriving well into the future. And

Special Thanks to Our Current Sponsors | Presenting Sponsor |

Thank A Teacher! | Donate Valuable Door Prizes

Here is your chance to give back to the community and say thank you by rewarding our teachers with valuable door prizes. About 1,000 teachers are expected to attend the celebratory event. There is a minimum value of $50 required for door prizes. Call Brooklynn Wiley, Director of Special Events, at (479) 636-1240 if you would like to donate a door prize from your company. Sponsorships are still available.

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2016

Teacher Education Fair & Appreciation Breakfast

Welcoming Teachers Back to School August 12

oin us in welcoming area teachers back to a new school year and showing your appreciation for all that they do for our community. The Education Committee of the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Teacher Education Fair and Appreciation Breakfast (presented by HightJackson Associates, P.A.) on Friday, August 12 from 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. at Rogers High School. A delicious breakfast for all teachers and vendors will be provided by McDonald’s.

Teachers Appreciate Your Support

The Rogers community of teachers is very thankful each year for the companies that participate in the Teacher Education Fair. Now, more than ever, teachers need your help. Teachers’ budgets have been cut back and they now must buy basic classroom items from their own pockets. So, if you are thinking of handing out a promotional item with your company information imprinted, please consider these items that

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will be used year-round in classrooms: pencils, markers, pens, crayons, rulers, tape, Post-It® notes, notepads, dry eraser board markers, hand sanitizer, spiral notebooks and paper clips.

Special Thanks to Our Current Sponsors | Presenting Sponsor |

Reserve Your Exhibit Booth Space

The Teacher Education Fair is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your products and services to more than 1,000 faculty and staff of the public schools, charter schools, private schools and the community college. Booth space is very affordable for businesses of all sizes ($100 for non-profits and $125 for member businesses). To register and purchase exhibit booth space, visit Rogers-Lowell.com.

Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available

Sponsor exhibit booths are also available with added benefits. To learn more about sponsorships still available please contact MembershipServices@RogersLowell.com.

(50% Black & PMS 187c)

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Chamber University & Sunrise Seminar Series are programs of the Small Business Council

Chamber University August Events Chamber University offers educational opportunities to help small businesses learn about a myriad of important subjects pertaining to the successful development of their business.

About the Seminar |

Tuesday, August 2, 2016 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce Topic | Leadership: Creating the Superior Team Presented By | Ron Dilbert, Dilbert Consulting Group Event Fee | $40 ($25 for Members) Limited Space. Register Online at RogersLowell.com

Wednesday, August 3, 2016 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Location | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce Topic | Business Succession Planning Presented By | Delanna Padilla Pennington with Padilla Pennington PLLC Event Fee | $15 ($10 for Members) Limited Space. Call (479) 575-5148 to Register

Thursday, August 25, 2016 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Chamber University Seminar Special Location | World Trade Center Arkansas: 3300 Market St. in Rogers Topic | Starting a Business in Arkansas Presenter | Martha Londagin, Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center Event Fee | $40 ($25 for Members) Limited Space. Call (479) 575-5148 to Register Chamber University offers educational opportunities to help small businesses learn about a myriad of important subjects pertaining to the successful development of their business.

This powerful workshop addresses how leadership influences your team, your company, and your bottom line in a positive or negative way. Is your team performing to the best of their ability? Are they as effective as they could be as a team? Do they work well with other teams? Do you want to take your team to a higher performing level? Then come learn the five essential keys that will take your team to greatness!

About the Presenter |

Ron Dilbert, a John Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach and Trainer, is a Master Business Consultant, Executive Coach, Certified Elite Trainer, and a “Train the Trainer” professional with an extensive background in accelerated learning techniques. Ron’s motto is “Develop Leaders and Transform Businesses.” Ron succeeds at this by using his unique ability to help others breakdown personal and team barriers while revealing the infinite possibilities of life.

Chamber University’s Sunrise Seminar Series is a series of early morning, professional development seminars designed for today’s busy businessmen and women. Breakfast is provided by Whataburger.

About the Presenter |

About the Seminar |

About the Presenter |

Delanna Padilla Pennington practices in the areas of corporate law, taxation, health law, labor and employment, About the Seminar | and real estate. She focuses her Business owners need to plan for the day when practice on assisting business they are unable to run their businesses. This seminar owners with all aspects of startwill help business owners understand the imporing and managing businesses. tance of a succession plan and help develop the She serves as a member of the tools needed to ensure your business will continue. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council.

The Walton College Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center with event cosponsors The World Trade Center, Arkansas and the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce present “Starting a Business in Arkansas.” This basic seminar discusses essential startup steps, legal business structures, regulations and licensing, key issues that affect your business success, business plan creation, and common pitfalls entrepreneurs face. A must for first-time small business owners! Free 40 page workbook on “Starting a Business” and 30 page workbook for “How to Write a Business Plan” are included. Pre-registration is required at sbtdc.uark.edu. Call (479) 575-5148 for more information or help with registration. $40 for the public, $25 for Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce members. FREE for U.S. Veterans, and UofA students, staff, or faculty, register online. Feel free to bring outside food and drinks. Free on-site parking. Center 2016 training program sponsors are Great Southern Bank and Arvest Bank.

Mar tha Londagin works with small business clients on various types of business issues such as financing options and the loan process, preparation of financial projections, market research, business planning, marketing, and financial management. She is the center’s business consultant for all client small business traditional and social media marketing plans. Martha also coordinates media relations and marketing efforts on behalf of the Walton College ASBTDC and oversees its small business training seminar program and community resource development partnerships with area chambers of commerce and other business development associations of the eight-county region of Northwest Arkansas.

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New in 2016 | “Networking with a Purpose” Non-Profit Showcase

magine a Business After Hours event with local non-profits that combines networking with trade show exhibits showcasing non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Northwest Arkansas. That’s the new “Networking with a Purpose” Non-Profit Showcase event this year presented by the Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders and the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, August 25 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Northwest Arkansas Board of REALTORS Event Venue located at 314 N. Goad Springs Rd. in Lowell.

materials about your mission, recruit volunteers to support your programs, and engage the community in the work you do that makes Northwest Arkansas the great place it is. This event will be held the evening before the Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders’ Board Certification Program, so take advantage of this opportunity to engage with young professionals who want to get involved in our community!

Why You Should Attend

Attendees can meet contacts from a variety of NPOs to find out how to volunteer and conShowcase Your Non-Profit tribute. Learn what services are provided by nonOrganization (NPO) profits and what products and services they need. Northwest Arkansas NPOs are invited to Admission is free to the public! Food and drinks showcase their organizations to potential vol- will be available. Register for your trade show unteers, donors and board members. Distribute exhibit space now at RogersLowell.com.

2016 Fall Golf Tournament September 9

ut your foursome together, practice your putts and swing into action at Lost Springs Golf & Athletic Club for our annual Fall Golf Tournament. Treat clients to an afternoon of golf to help seal the deal or say thank you for their business. Invite your employees to show them how much they are appreciated. It’s a great event for networking and building your relationships in a relaxed and fun atmosphere, for only $500 per team.

Enjoy a Day on the Course | Contests, Snacks, Beverages & Delicious Food

Increase Your Company’s Exposure

Sponsorships provide your company recPlayers may test their skills in the hole-in- ognition and visibility as well as a tournament one contest, longest drive, closest-to-the-pin team and are available at a variety of price points and putting contests to win prizes. Prizes will also to suit your budget. For sponsorship details, be awarded for top finishing teams. Each golfer contact Brooklynn Wiley at (479) 619-3190 receives complimentary snacks and beverages. or brooklynn@rogerslowell.com. Golfers will also enjoy a complimentary lunch sponsored by Golden Corral/K-MAC Catering of Rogers. Register Your Team Today Tee times are 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Lunch is Don’t Miss the 19th Hole Celebration served at noon in the Club House. Contact BrookThe 19th Hole Party begins around 5:00 p.m. lynn Wiley at (479) 636-1240 or brooklynn@Rogerand features delicious food sponsored by Golden sLowell.com for more details and assistance. Corral/K-MAC Catering of Rogers. This is a fun celebration of the day where tournament winners are announced. We’ll serve up lots of refreshing beverages and fun.

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Special Thanks to Our Current Sponsors |

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Career Connections Program Announced for 2016-17 School Year

he Rogers Public Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE) department continues to seek opportunities and programs designed to offer students academic and technical training that aligns with local workforce demands, projected employment projections and STEM related career fields. The department will implement a Career Connections Program during the 2016-2017 school year. The goal of the Career Connections Program is to provide relevant information relating to career/technical education to students, parents, educators, business/industry partners, and the community through a series of meetings throughout the school year. Topics presented at the Career Connections meeting will include CTE courses that are available to Rogers Public School students, current and projected employment data, training opportunities offered by local entities, industry certifications, and post-secondary education information. The CTE department strives to be cognizant of the local and regional workforce demands and to develop career and technical programs within the district that provide stu-

dents the opportunity to gain the academic and technical skills needed to pursue careers that align with projected employment. Information relating to local business and industry employment will be an integral part of each Career Connections meeting, as it will serve as a catalyst for introducing students to the local industry and career opportunities.

Collaborative Effort

The department is working collaboratively with the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce, the Northwest Arkansas Council, civic organizations, local business and industry partners, post-secondary institutions, and other agencies to plan and implement the Career Connections

meetings. The goal is to schedule the Career Connections meetings at local business, industry and community locations. The schedule for the Career Connections meetings will include both evening and weekend meetings to encourage student and parent participation. The department is also looking forward to working with business and industry partners to plan for each of the Career Connections Program meetings. Providing opportunities for students to visit local business/industries and to gain information about jobs will have a significant and positive impact on both the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career and the local and regional business/industries that are striving to meet workforce demands. Please contact Dawn Stewart, Director of Career and Technical Education, at (479) 6363910 or (479) 640-3703 to learn more about assisting with the Career Connections Program, including hosting a meeting at your business location, sponsoring refreshments, providing information about your business/industry, presenting at a meeting, or other ways that you can help make the Career Connections Program a success for all stakeholders.

Rogers educators and community members participated in a STEM Corps leadership retreat in May to work on infusing more science, technology, engineering and mathematics into the curriculum K-12. Rogers New Technology graphic design students with the food truck wrapped in the graphics they designed.

High school students in Rogers working with robotic equipment.

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ARKANSAS PUBLIC THEATRE SEASON 31 | Quick Guide

Season 31 | 2016-17 – Arkansas Public Theatre’s (APT) Season 31 features several Tony nominated musicals and plays. The season’s unique mix of new, straight-from-Broadway productions and perennial classics were chosen with APT’s diverse audience in mind. ROCK OF AGES (Musical) by Chris D’Arienzo Auditions: August 1, 2016 Performances: September 9-11, 15-18, 22-25, 2016

VELOCITY OF AUTUMN (Non Musical) by Eric Coble Auditions: April 3, 2017 Performances: May 12-14, 18-21, 2017

ANNAPURNA (Non Musical) by Sharr White Auditions: September 12, 2016 Performances: November 4-6, 10-13, 2016

DEAD MAN’S CELL PHONE (Non Musical) by Sarah Ruhl Auditions: May 15, 2017 Performances: June 16-18, 22-25, 2017

THE SANTALAND DIARIES AND SEASON’S GREETINGS (Non Musical) by David Sedaris Auditions: November 7, 2016 Performances: December 2-4, 8-11, 2016

THE WEDDING SINGER (Musical) Music by Matthew Sklar, Book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, Lyrics by Chad Beguelin Auditions: June 19, 2017 Performances: July 28-30, August 3-6, 10-13, 2017

YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Musical) Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks, Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan Auditions: December 5, 2016 Performances: February 10-12, 16-19, 23-26, 2017 OF MICE AND MEN (Non Musical) by John Steinbeck Auditions: February 13, 2017 Performances: March 31-April 2, 6-9, 2017

All performances and auditions will be held at the historic Victory Theater in Downtown Rogers at 116 S. 2nd St. Auditions begin at 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Performance times are 8:00 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, with Sunday performances at 2:00 p.m. Doors and concessions open at 7:00 pm. Cabaret seats are $30/per person or $50/ table (includes 2 individual seats) and balcony seating is $17/per person. Season and individual show tickets can be purchased online at www.arkansaspublictheatre.org or at the APT Box Office at (479) 631-8988.

sor; and Nikki Holloway of Lowell, BWD Labora- guished Citizen Award recognizes and honors

Beaver Water District “Top Ops” Team tory Analyst. Combined, they bring together more individuals who strive toward the highest level of Places 5th in North America than 30 years of experience in the water field to community involvement, influence, and dedication

June | 2016 – Beaver Water District (BWD) placed 5th in the North American Top Ops Challenge on June 22, 2016, in Chicago. The team members (pictured left to right) are Dustin Mayhew of Springdale, BWD Plant Operator; Frank Blowers of Pea Ridge, BWD Maintenance Supervi-

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the Top Ops competition. This was the team’s second year in a row to compete in the competition. Top Ops is the “College Bowl” or “Jeopardy!” of the water industry. The competition was held during the American Water Works Association’s 2016 ACE convention, which drew more than 13,000 water professionals from around the world. The Top Ops Challenge is designed to promote excellence and professionalism and provide an opportunity for water professionals to showcase their talents in all aspects of water operations. Beaver Water District supplies drinking water to more than 300,000 people and industries in Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, Bentonville and surrounding areas in Northwest Arkansas.

of time and energies toward making our community a better place to live. Distinguished Citizen nominees must meet each of these three specific criteria: demonstrated excellence, creativity and initiative in improving the community; provided valuable service by devoting time and energy to improving the quality of life for others in the community; assisted others in developing and utilizing their full leadership potential in the community. Dick Trammel more than meets the criteria for the award and Rogers Rotary is excited to recognize him as the outstanding leader he is at the Second Annual Dick Daniel Distinguished Rogers Noon Rotary Awards Award Luncheon on 2016 Dick Daniel Distinguished Citizen August, 2, 2016, held at to Dick Trammel the Embassy Suites August | 2016 – The Dick Daniel Distinin Rogers.

2016 NWA Veterans Appreciation Event | Downtown Rogers

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August | 2016 – Mach 1 Financial Group and the NWA Veterans Coalition will host a free community event in Downtown Rogers for all veterans and their families at Frisco Park Pavilion August 20 from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Activities include a book signing featuring author/Vietnam Veteran Karl Marlantes, a Navy Cross recipient, who wrote the bestsellers “Matterhorn” and “What it is Like to Go to War,” live music and education about veterans’ resources. Learn more at www.mach-1financial.com.

Tom Hayes Named President of Tyson Foods; Donnie Smith to Continue as CEO

June | 2016 – Tyson Foods, Inc. announced in June that its board of directors has promoted Tom Hayes to the position of President. Formerly Chief Commercial Officer of Tyson Foods, Hayes will work directly with Donnie Smith, who will continue as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Prior to his role as Chief Commercial Officer, Hayes was President of Food Service at Tyson Foods. Previously, Hayes served as Chief Supply Chain Officer for The Hillshire Brands Company, responsible for operations including procurement, manufacturing, food safety and quality, engineering, and logistics. In his new role, Hayes will lead Tyson Foods’ transition reflecting the company’s strategic focus on its hybrid model of branded prepared foods and

fresh meats. Hayes will be based in Springdale. Donnie Smith said, “Tom Hayes is an exceptional leader who’s played a key role in creating a united company and in our continued development of our branded products. He has a distinguished track record of strategic, operational and commercial accomplishments, and I am pleased to have an opportunity to work closely with him as we continue to leverage our scale and nine core brands to drive industry-leading growth in attractive market segments.” “Under Donnie Smith’s leadership, Tyson Foods has delivered excellent results for shareholders and experienced significant growth,” said John Tyson, chairman of the board of directors. “As we look toward the future of our business and its next phase of growth, succession planning is the board’s responsibility. We are focused on leaders with the right skills to help Tyson Foods capitalize on favorable market trends in the U.S. and abroad, continue improving our portfolio mix and margins, and drive innovation in our expanding range of branded products.” “I am honored to serve as President of Tyson Foods,” said Mr. Hayes. “I appreciate the confidence the board has placed in me and look forward to working closely with Donnie and the board to help our company become a global leader in protein-centric branded foods.”

AAA provides art focused programming where students master the creating and performing of the arts. Third, AAA believes in arts integration as an approach to teaching in which students construct and demonstrate understanding through an art form. AAA has an in-depth partnership with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Students engage in a creative process, connecting a museum art form and a curriculum-based subject which results into evolving objectives. Fourth, AAA takes the opportunity to develop partnerships with eight other local museums. Using Crystal Bridges as its flagship partner and extended classroom, AAA established learning connections to the diverse resources and experiences offered by collections housed in local historical, natural, and science museums or sites. Building student awareness through arts experiences and exposure to the museums is an integral part of the AAA mission.

Arkansas Arts Academy (AAA) in Rogers Receives Exemplary School Designation

June | 2016 – Guests came hungry and left full at the second annual Taste of Northwest Arkansas on June 23 at the Walmart AMP in Rogers. Two thousand attendees paid $30 each to sink their teeth into a variety of cuisine and beverages from 56 area food and drink establishments. The Taste of Northwest Arkansas is part of a two-night event, called BITE NW Arkansas, held during the annual Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship LPGA golf tournament. The two-part event celebrates the region’s best cuisines, ingredients, restaurants and chefs. The NW Arkansas Beer and Burger Fest is the name of the second night’s event and hosted approximately 45 burger and drinking establishments at the Walmart AMP on June 24. Harry Hardy, tournament director, said the two-night event was rebranded this year to use the “BITE NW Arkansas” name as an umbrella that will allow organizers to add other food initiatives to the LPGA week in the future. “Traditionally with nationally recognized food festivals, there’s a huge amount of ancillary events happening all over the region where the food festival is taking place,” Hardy said. “So I think the food festival will continue to grow and shine a spotlight on the best restaurants that Northwest Arkansas has; and will continue to involve all the different downtowns and cities that make up Northwest Arkansas.” Hardy said this year’s event included eating establishments and vendors from Rogers, Bentonville, Springdale, Fayetteville and Siloam Springs and he hopes to include even more restaurants from more cities in coming years.

June | 2016 – Arkansas Arts Academy has been designated a 2016-2018 Exemplary School by Arts Schools Network, the nation’s largest professional membership organization of specialized arts schools. Created to highlight a school’s commitment to excellence, this designation is presented to an Arts Schools Network member school in recognition of its efforts to evaluate strategically its purpose, operations, and educational programs. This honor signifies that Arkansas Arts Academy has successfully completed a self-evaluation in the following areas: strengths, areas for improvement, consistency with school-wide or program purposes, aspirations, and future challenges. The mission of Arkansas Arts Academy (AAA) is to be the ultimate high school choice for excellence in arts and academics. The school bases its delivery on a foundation of four pillars. The first is academic excellence. AAA provides a rigorous innovative curriculum with personalized student learning environments that result in college and career ready students. Mastery of an art form is second.

BITE NW Arkansas Celebrates Region Culinary Scene during LPGA Week in Rogers

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Rockin’ and Rollin’ Summer in Rogers! |

#RogersRocks in August The Brick Street Crit | August 6, 2016

Meaghan Trainor @ The Walmart AMP | August 2, 2016

Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival propelled Kevin into feature films such as Paper Soldiers, Scary Movie 3, and Along Came Polly opposite Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston. Kevin will stop at the Walmart AMP as part of his multi-city international live tour, What Now? Visit ArkansasMusicPavilion. com for more information.

Michael McDonald + Boz Scaggs @ The Walmart AMP | August 12, 2016 Part of the two day Natural State Criterium Series, the Brick Street Crit on August 6 promises an incredible day of racing and fun events for everyone in Downtown Rogers. Starting at 11:30 a.m. there is a full day of criterium racing in historic downtown with several sections of the course on cobbled (brick) streets. Spectators will enjoy thrilling cycling, food and entertainment, a vendor expo and a kid’s area for fun activities. Learn more: NaturalStateCrits.com/ brick-street-crit/.

Mary Poppins @ APT | August 4-7, 11-14, 2016

Arkansas Public Theatre presents Mary Poppins. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including “Best Musical.” Full of the songs you love from the movie, Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of irresistible story and unforgettable songs. Evening performances begin at 8:00 p.m. Sunday matinee begins at 2:00 p.m. Children over the age of five are welcome. Performances are held at the Victory Theater in historic Downtown Rogers. For more information, visit ArkansasPublicTheatre. org or call (479) 631-8988.

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This pop singer and songwriter known for hits like “All About That Bass” and “Dear Future Husband” is stopping at the Walmart AMP in Rogers as part of her 2016 The Untouchable Tour! Visit ArkansasMusicPavilion.com for more information.

Twenty One Pilots with MUTEMATH & CHEF’SPECIAL @ The Walmart AMP | August 3, 2016

Twenty One Pilots will headline their Emotional Roadshow Tour right here in Northwest Arkansas. They exploded on the musical scene with their hits “SemiAutomatic” and “Holding On To You.” Visit ArkansasMusicPavilion.com for more information.

Former Doobie Brother Michael McDonald will headline with Boz Scaggs to perform hit 80’s and 90’s numbers we all know and love. Listen for hits like “Sweet Freedom” and “Heart of Mine.” Visit ArkansasMusicPavilion.com for more information.

Frisco Festival | August 26-27, 2016

The 2016 Frisco Festival is Friday, August 26 and Saturday, August Live Nation Presents Kevin Hart @ The 27 in Frisco Park, located Walmart AMP | August 6, 2016 in Downtown Rogers. Started in 1984, Frisco Festival celebrates Rogers’ heritage in a spirited way by showcasing our city’s rich traditions and promoting our community pride. On the last weekend of August, more than 25,000 people descend on Downtown Rogers to enjoy this two-day festival that features Kevin Hart began his career sizing men and live music, delicious food and ice-cold beverages, women for footwear, when an electrifying per- along with arts and crafts, carnival rides, children’s formance at a Philadelphia comedy club amateur activities and a 5K walk/run. Call Main Street Rognight changed his life. His appearance at the ers, Inc. at (479) 936-5487 for more information.

DON’T MISS OUT ON SOME REALLY INTERESTING

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS PROGRAMS Jon Moran, Vice President of Government Affairs with the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

he Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Committee meets during lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the third Friday of every month. It also meets jointly with the Large Industry Council every quarter. We have heard from some excellent speakers so far this year, and we will have more exciting programs coming up for you in the remaining months of 2016.

August 19 Government Affairs Meeting | Arkansas from Behind the Lens

We’ll take a break from the serious side of politics in August when we host the very talented Kirk Jordan. Kirk is the official photographer for the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. In his former life, he was the official photographer for Governors Asa Hutchinson, Mike Beebe and Mike Huckabee. He is a truly gifted artist who has captured the “behind-thescenes” atmosphere of life in the Governor’s Office. His work on behalf of Parks and Tourism, shooting various aspects of the Natural State, is also absolutely amazing. Come hear from Kirk as he discusses his current work document-

ing Arkansas’s beauty and bounty and his life November 18 Government Affairs/ behind the lens, documenting the day-to-day Large Industry Council Meeting | Well, duties of governors of Arkansas. the Election Is Over, Now What? The Government Affairs Committee will September 16 Government Affairs/ host Talk Business and Politics’ Roby Brock, Large Industry Council Meeting | NWA who will lead a panel discussion on the results Workforce Update of the recent General Election. He’ll address In September, Mike Harvey with the North- various questions: Who won their election and west Arkansas Council will be on hand to pres- why? What will this mean for the country and ent the latest information on the workforce in the state of Arkansas? What effect will the poliour region of the state. Mike always has valuable tics of this year’s unconventional campaigns insight and brings a unique perspective on the have on the newly elected President and Memeconomic and workforce issues affecting us. The bers of Congress? Hopefully, all of these quesGovernment Affairs/Large Industry Meetings are tions will be answered in what will surely be presented by Cross, Gunter, Witherspoon & Gal- an entertaining and informative program. The chus, P.C. and Lewis Automotive Group. Meeting Presenting sponsors for this program are Cross, sponsors are BancorpSouth and Downstream Gunter, Witherspoon & Galchus, P.C. and Lewis Casino Resort. The meeting is open to Chamber Automotive Group. The meeting sponsors are members and registration is required. All informa- AT&T, BancorpSouth, and Crafton Tull. tion can be found at RogersLowell.com, by calling Steve Cox at (479) 619-3192 or contacting him Come Join Us online at Steve@RogersLowell.com. If you have questions about any of these upcoming programs, feel free to contact either me or Steve Cox. If you are interested in attending any of these future programs, please register for them at the Chamber’s website.

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Welcome NEW MEMBERS | June 2016 Big Sugar Golf Club

GPP Cycling, LLC

Nothing Bundt Cakes (Opening Soon)

Compass Coaching

Innerplan Office Interiors

Northwest Health Diagnostic Sleep Center

Crossroad Advantage

Jerry Tucker Agency - Farmers Insurance

Element Studio

Mr. Electric of Rogers

Jeff Arnold & Steve Stobaugh 1101 Sugar Creek Rd., Pea Ridge, AR 72751 (479) 451-9550 | bigsugargolf.com Golf Courses Daniel Clark Joplin, AR 64804 (417) 782-6700 Coaching - Business & Personal Danny Reding P.O. Box 10691, Fayetteville, AR 72703 (206) 330-1167 | crossroadadvantage.com Coaching - Business & Personal Cameron Magee 203 W. Wood St., Ste. B, Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 268-7830 | elementstudio.io Video Production

Josh Milton 34 Sugar Creek Center, Bella Vista, AR 72714 (479) 657-2078 | gppcycling.com/ Bicycle Shop Susan Thomas 100 W. Center St., Ste. 303, Fayetteville, AR 72703 (479) 695-1326 | innerplan.com Furniture Jerry Tucker 1188 N. Salem Rd., Ste. 4, Fayetteville, AR 72704 (479) 249-6166 | farmersagent.com/jtucker2 Insurance Jerry Brown 201 South 20th Street, Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 877-7070 | MrElectric.com/Rogers Contractors - Electrical

Sonya Martin 4409 W. Walnut St., Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 636-0223 | nothingbundtcakes.com Bakeries 3400 S.E. Macy Rd., Bentonville, AR 72712 (479) 553-1620 | northwesthealth.com Clinics & Medical Groups

Onyx Coffee Lab (Opening Soon)

Andrea Allen 101 East Walnut St., Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 283-3810 | onyxcoffeelab.com Coffee Houses

Padilla Pennington PLLC

Delanna Padilla Pennington 1707 SW Commerce Dr., Bentonville, AR 72712 (479) 437-2834 Attorneys

Smoothman Music Productions

Anthony Ball Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 595-9109 | Smoothmanmusic.com DJ Services

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June 2016 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Sponsor |

Aelous Real Estate & Property Management 206 S. 2nd St., Rogers

Arbor Vitae Chiropractic 201 S.W. 14th St., Ste. 103, Bentonville

Beef Jerky Outlet 2203 Promenade Blvd., Ste. 8150, Rogers

Northwest Arkansas Board Of Realtors 314 N. Goad Springs Rd., Lowell

NWA Health Solutions 5300 South Southern Hills Court, Rogers

Northwest Health Diagnostic Sleep Center 3400 S.E. Macy Rd., Bentonville

Pinnacle Chiropractic & Family Wellness, PLLC 5505 W. Walsh Ln. Ste. 100, Rogers

Rogers Public Library Pick Up Kiosk & Book Drop 315 W. Olive St., Rogers

Simplemachine 1202 N.E. McClain Rd., Bentonville

Wednesday, September 21 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce 317 W. Walnut St. | Rogers Free and Open to Members | Registration Required Presenting Sponsor |

Window World of the Ozarks 4377 N. Thompson, Springdale

Platinum Sponsor |

Learn more about your Chamber of Commerce and the programs that benefit you and your business at Member Orientation. Here’s an opportunity to familiarize yourself and your employees with all of the benefits available through your Chamber membership. You’ll learn more about the Chamber’s website and how it helps to promote your business, and more about Chamber advertising media to incorporate into your marketing plan. It’s an excellent overview of Chamber networking events and other programs all designed to help grow your business and make the most of your membership. Please register as space is limited to the first 30 respondents.

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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS | June 2016 30+ years

Arkansas Workforce Center of Rogers - 58 years Central United Methodist Church - 54 years War Eagle Cavern on Beaver Lake - 38 years Best Sports - 37 years

21-30 years

Advantage Resourcing Altrusa International Inc. of Rogers Benton County Funeral Home - Buddy Burns Mathias Properties, Inc. MetroPark Dental Arts My Other Mother Child Care & Pre-School Ozark Natural Science Center Judge John Scott Sharp’s Show of War Eagle Vantine, Barrett & VanWinkle CPA’s, PLLC

11-20 years

Arkansas Dentistry & Braces Arkansas Medical Imaging & Open MRI Arkansas Mill Supply Co., Inc. Arkansas Self Storage, LLC Baldwin & Shell Construction Co. CDI Contractors, LLC Clack Corporation Coyote Quality Hardwood Floors Cross Church Pinnacle Hills Crystal Hall Dilly Dally’s Edwards Optical, P.A. Family Foot Health Center

Hull & Company Jeff Wisener & Darron Cooper & Chris Fergus Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Lindsey & Associates - Bill McClard Dr. Matthew B. Harrison New Image Dental NOARK NWA Human Resource Associates Robert Half Saatchi & Saatchi X Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. Waco Title Company West Termite & Pest Management Inc.

6-10 years

ABC Supply Arby’s Arkansas Automatic Sprinklers, Inc. Arkansas Musicworks, LLC Arkansas Security The Belford Group Bonefish Grill Brashears Furniture brieshi Brown’s Collision Center Cintas Corporation Core Architects EJ Johnson Group - Christy Fournier Ernst & Young LLP Faithful Friends Animal Clinic Golden Corral Harding University Northwest Arkansas Professional Center

Holiday Inn & Suites Homewood Suites by Hilton Innovative Business Furniture, Inc. Jason’s Deli Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches Junior League of Northwest Arkansas Lowell Chiropractic & Health Lowell Small Engines Marck Industries, Inc. McGhee Insurance NWA Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter NWA Towing & Recovery, Inc. Opera in the Ozarks PRO Clean Saving Grace, Inc. State Farm Insurance - Bryan Lewis WealthPath Investment Advisors Whitney Mountain Lodge

Integrity First Bank Lokomotion Family Fun Park Modus Studio, PLLC My Dentist Patterson Home Builders, Inc. Razorback Foundation, Inc. RE/MAX Real Estate Results Rockin’ Pig Saloon Concert Venue Sassafras Springs Vineyard Sign Studio SoNA/Symphony of Northwest Arkansas Southern Reprographics, Inc. Summit Truck Group Tennis Relay - Keep The Ball In Motion Titanic Museum Attraction WestArk RSVP Whisinvest Realty, LLC Zaxby’s

2-5 years

1 year

American National Insurance Company - Jerry Bolander Insurance Agency Aurora Digital Signage Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Solutions Boneheads Capital Abstracts & Title Co., LLC City Title & Closing, LLC Del Monte Foods, Inc. Elliott Electric FFO Home GPP Cycling & Multisport Shop IMWell Health

Aristotle Arkansas Athletes Outreach The New School NWA Premier Counseling The Promenade Apartments at Pinnacle Hills Rainbow Honda Rausch Coleman Homes SNC Squared Technology Group U-Haul Moving & Storage of Rogers Women’s Health Associates WorkMatters

Personally • Professionally • Philanthropically

NWA YP SUMMIT 2016 August 12th John Q Hammons Center | Rogers

Chamber Networking & Educational Events The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a variety of events to help build your network and learn. For more event details and to register, visit us online at RogersLowell.com.

Location:

Hosted by: Presenting Sponsors:

Arvest Bank George Nunnally Chevrolet

Presenting Sponsor:

Cherokee Casino & Hotel

August 9, 2016 Sam’s Club Sam’s Club 3500 S.E. Club Blvd., Bentonville

August 18, 2016

Sunrise Seminar Series Presenting Sponsor: First Western

Sunrise Seminar Series Series Sponsor: KNWA

August 3, 2016

Hosted by:

Location:

Cox Business

The Social Taco 2882 W Walnut St., #1, Rogers

Speaker:

Topic:

Delanna Padilla Padilla Pennington PLLC

Business Succession Planning

Location:

Address:

NWACC Shewmaker Center for Workforce Technology

1000 S.E. Eagle Way, Bentonville

Speaker:

Topic:

Sunrise Seminar Series Breakfast Sponsor: Whataburger

Presenting Sponsor:

Crain Automotive Team

Gold Sponsors:

Cox Business KFSM TV-5 / KXNW TV-34

September 28, 2016 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Presenting Sponsor: Sam’s Club

Continuing Education Sponsor: NOARK NWA Human Resource Associates

August 2, 2016 August 25, 2016

Ron Dilbert

Dilbert Consulting Group

Leadership: Creating the Superior Team

Martha Londagin

Walton College Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center

Starting a Business in Arkansas

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