Chamber Voice Newsletter | August 2018 by Rogers Lowell Chamber

AUGUST2018 | Vol 13 Issue 8

Vote “For” the 2018 Rogers Bond Issue August 14

ugust is an important month for the future of the City of Rogers. Our citizens will decide the way forward for development and improvement projects (identified in the 2018 Rogers Bond Issue) in a special election August 14. Citizens will vote on extending an existing one-cent sales tax. This sales tax will allow the City of Rogers to raise money for improvements through a bond issue. The first question on the ballot asks voters to approve the sales tax extension and this must pass for any of the following projects identified to proceed.

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Events and Meetings

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Rockin' and Rollin' Summer in Rogers!

Vote “For” the 2018 Rogers Bond Issue August 14 Continued Vote “For” the 2018 Rogers Bond Issue August 14 Continued Small Business Corner – Downtown Master Plan Guiding Development

Chamber Awards Scholarships Devoted to Vocational Training

Welcome Teachers Back to School at Thank-A-Teacher Celebration

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Networking with a Purpose Coming August 16; Fall Golf Tournament Set for September 7

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Focus on the Community – Arkansas Public Theatre Reveals Season 33 Focus on the Community – Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders Launches New Website and Other Stories from the Community

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Welcome New Members | June 2018

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Ribbon Cuttings | June 2018

Chamber Membership Renewals | June 2018

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Chamber Networking & Educational Events

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quick reference calendar | AUGUST Business Building Events

Upcoming Meetings

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8.2 | Small Business Council Meeting 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

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8.2 | Hustle in Heels Committee Meeting 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

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8.8 | Thank-a-Teacher Celebration 7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Rogers High School

Chamber of Commerce

View complete calendar at RogersLowell.com

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317 West Walnut Street

8.9 | Hustle in Heels - Ladies Lead NWA "Multi-Generational Mentoring: Why We Need It. How To Achieve It." 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Center for Nonprofits @ St. Mary's

Rogers, Arkansas 72756

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8.14 | Coffee Connection 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | First Security Bank in Lowell

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8.14 | Education Committee Meeting 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

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8.16 |Member Engagement Committee 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

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

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8.27 | Ambassadors About Town 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Location TBD

Commerce, Inc., 317 West Walnut, Rogers, AR 72756. Periodical postage paid at Rogers, AR.

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

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

Maddie Ward Special Events Coordinator maddie@rogerslowell.com

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

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

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

Ross Phillips Director of Community Development ross@rogerslowell.com

Luke Wiggins Meetings & Conventions Sales Manager | Visit Rogers luke@rogerslowell.com

Katie Wright Chief Operations Officer katie@rogerslowell.com

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

Nick Smith Creative Services Director nick@rogerslowell.com

Justin Freeman Marketing Communications Specialist justin@rogerslowell.com

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

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

Jacque Eakins Account Executive jacque@rogerslowell.com

Ashley Matsumura Information Specialist ashley@rogerslowell.com

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

Heather Friday Finance Manager heather@rogerslowell.com

Marni Rogers Member Relations Manager marni@rogerslowell.com

Amanda Mills Information Specialist amanda@rogerslowell.com

B OA RD O F D IRECTO RS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairman of the Board Eric Pianalto, Mercy NWA

Chairman-Elect Greg Fogle, Nabholz Construction Treasurer Angie Tucker-Ridley, Tucker's Furniture & Appliance Past Chairman David Faulkner, Pinnacle Hills Promenade President/CEO Raymond Burns RIDC President Jerry Vest, Regions Bank

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2018 DIRECTORS

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

2019 DIRECTORS

Jill Bright, Grand Savings Bank Payne Brewer, Arvest Bank Corry Hull, OneDigital Health and Benefits Erin Kiefer, Assembled Products Corporation Harrison Kiser, Northwest Health Chris Sultemeier, Walmart (retired)

EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS

Tom Allen, Sage Partners Dr. Marlin Berry, Rogers Public Schools Kristen Boozman, Portfolio Luxury Real Estate Redefined Jerry Carmichael, 3C Retail Solutions Russ Daniel, McLarty Daniel Rich Davis, Black Hills Energy Jesica Duert, Walmart Mike Dodge, Carroll Electric Coop. Corp. Sandy Edwards, Crystal Bridges Museum David Foster, APAC-Central Inc. Dan Hendrix, World Trade Center Arkansas Greg Hines, Mayor, City of Rogers

Tom Hopper, Tallchamps, LLC Dr. Evelynn Jorgenson, NWACC Peter Lane, Walton Arts Center David Lang Eldon Long, Mayor, City of Lowell Aaron Matthews, First Baptist Church of Lowell Judge Barry Moehring, Benton County Jerra Nalley, Runway Curt Stamp, Cox Business Dick Trammel, Arkansas Highway Commission Jeff Wood, Tyson Foods Paul Wood

2020 DIRECTORS

Leah Acoach, Ozark Mountain Poultry, Inc. Danny Beck, Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Joe Donaldson, Sam’s Furniture Brad Hicks, J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. Mike Power, First Security Bank David Vaden, Ernst & Young LLP

DIVISION CHAIRS

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

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Jill Bright, Jon Harrell, & David Vaden

Rockin’ and Rollin’ Summer in Rogers! Luke Bryan with Jon Pardi and Morgan Wallen | August 1, 2018 In 2013, Bryan was named Entertainer of the Year by both the Academy of Country Music Awards and the Country Music Association Awards. He has sold more than 7 million albums and 27 million singles worldwide. Bryan is also currently a judge on ABC’s American Idol. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ APT | August 2-5, 9-12, 2018 The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from countrywestern and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock 'n' roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless. Evening performances begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinee performances begin at 2 p.m. Performances are held at the Victory Theater in historic Downtown Rogers. For more information, visit ArkansasPublicTheare.org or call (479) 631-8988. 2018 Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday | August 4-5, 2018 Arkansas will hold its annual sales tax holiday, beginning Saturday, August 4, 2018 at 12:01 a.m. and ending Sunday, August 5, 2018 at 11:59 p.m. State and local sales tax will not be collected during this 48-hour period on certain school supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials, and clothing. G-Eazy with Lil Uzi Vert, Ty Dolla $ign, YBN Nahmir, P-Lo and Murda Beatz | August 11, 2018 G-Eazy’s first album with a major label,

These Things Happen, was released in 2014 and peaked at #3 on the Billboard 200. His second album, When It’s Dark Out, was released in 2015 and featured the single “Me, Myself & I” which reached the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100. The Beautiful & Damned, his third album, was released in December 2017. Slayer with Lamb of God, Anthrax, Testament and Napalm Death | August 13, 2018 Slayer was one of the most distinctive, influential and extreme bands of the 1980s. They remain the preeminent punk-thrash band that helped establish the genre and that up-and-coming metal heads continue to revere and emulate. Twelve studio albums, two live albums, two Grammy Awards® and thousands of live shows have made them one of the biggest and most important metal bands in the world. Keith Urban with Lindsay Ell | August 15, 2018 The Graffiti U World Tour 2018, also the name of Keith Urban’s forthcoming ninth studio album (Graffiti U), will kick off in June and will visit 58 cities. Urban’s shows have become concert events that electrify. They’re unexpected, if not unpredictable, and have been hailed by media around the world as a “concert experience not to be missed.” The tour also includes CCMA nominee Lindsay Ell as the opening performer for Urban’s performances on this leg of the tour. Charlie Puth with Hailee Steinfeld | August 26, 2018 The Voicenotes Tour will celebrate Charlie Puth’s hugely anticipated new album, Voicenotes, due next year from Atlantic Records. The album is preceded by the current smash single, “How Long.” Now with close to 300 million streams

worldwide, the single has proven yet another popular favorite both here and abroad. Voicenotes Tour special guest and Republic Records recording artist Hailee Steinfeld is a rising force in pop music with a series of hits under her belt, including her 2015 platinum-certified debut single “Love Myself,” double platinum-selling smash “Starving” with Grey [feat. Zedd] and platinum-selling summer anthem “Most Girls.” To date, the multi-platinum selling artist has amassed a total of nearly 2 billion streams globally. Frisco Festival | August 31 September 1, 2018 The 2018 Frisco Festival is Friday, August 31 and Saturday, September 1 in Frisco Park, which is 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 twoday festival that features live music, delicious food, ice-cold beverages, along with arts and crafts, carnival rides, children’s activities, and a car show. Call Main Street Rogers, Inc. at (479) 936-5487 for more information. Rogers Aquatics Center

Rogers Aquatics Center is three acres of water fun! Enjoy a leisure pool, 6-lane competition pool, lazy river, plunge pool with a rock climbing wall, tot pool for little ones, slides, food, pavilions, and so much more! For more information on hours, tickets, and group events, visit RogersAR.gov/aquaticscenter.

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Streets, City Parks & Public Safety Ensure Continued Growth The 2018 Bond Issue focuses primarily on city street improvements, city parks, and public safety facilities. Funding of these measures will help to ensure that Rogers’ continued growth is on pace and/or ahead of the rest of the Northwest Arkansas region. Extending the sales tax will allow the City of Rogers to raise approximately $240 million for critical improvements through this new 2018 Bond Issue. Approximately $178 million would be used to fund street improvements, $41 million would go to city parks, $9.5 million to the fire department, $11.5 million to the police department, and $60 million to pay off the 2011 bond’s balance, bringing the 2018 Bond Issue to $300 million.

Issue projects are addressed and included in the updated Master Street Plan, adopted by the Rogers City Council in April. Voter-approved funding would enable improvement of our city’s existing transportation network by establishing a “street grid” on the west side of town and improving connectivity to isolated areas.

workers, shoppers, and drivers throughout the city and decrease traffic congestion on major east/west routes.

City Parks $41 million of the 2018 Bond Issue will be directed toward improvement and construction of city parks for both our citizens and visitors to enjoy. The renovation of two long-time parks and the construction of a new park on the west side of town top the project list. A redesign of Frisco Park in Downtown (currently in the planning phase) is also on the list. The Bond Issue will help pay for renovations as part of efforts to continue the revitalization of our Historic Downtown. Northwest Park, Rogers’ oldest sports park, is also slated for a major overhaul and upgrade. Opened in the 1970’s, Northwest Park plays host to thousands of games each year. The conceptual design for the new park includes improved baseball fields, updated concessions, new pavilions, an indoor batting cage, playground renovations, trails, and President/CEO open spaces for players and their Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce families to enjoy together. The new Mt. Hebron Park will be the first major city park located Proposed projects will create alternate routes for west of I-49 and will allow residents to enjoy drivers and additional overpasses on I-49. These nature in a variety of ways. The conceptual design includes trails, tennis courts, pickleball new routes will shorten commute times for

“For three decades we have dramatically built and improved the quality of life in Rogers because our citizens are willing to step up and be counted when it matters most. Our world- class community makes it possible to have world-class companies that recruit world-class people. Rogers is the finest city in America and a yes vote keeps us that way! Keep Rogers moving forward and vote ‘for’ the future starting August 7 to support all of the opportunities on the ballot.” – Raymond Burns

Streets 74 percent of the funds raised through the Bond Issue will be designated to improve city streets. Recently, a city-wide infrastructure study was completed and provided city staff a better understanding of what our transportation system looks like today and critical improvements needed. The study also helped city staff to take a glimpse several decades into the future and anticipate future street projects. Transportation needs identified from the infrastructure study and 2018 Bond

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courts, basketball courts, a baseball field, soccer fields, splash pad/ice skating rink, accessible playground, pavilions, and a large meeting hall spread out over 70+ acres located just off Mt. Hebron Rd. The 2018 Bond Issue will also fund improvement at other parks throughout the city including an additional restroom facility at Veterans Park, relocation of the maintenance facility, and necessary improvements to various other parks and trailheads around the city. Public Safety Facilities The 2018 Bond Issue will play a vital role in improving public safety facilities for both the Rogers Police Department (RPD) and Fire Department (RFD). The RPD will be able to create a new 14,000- square-foot emergency dispatch center that will improve response times to emergencies and ensure the center stays in operation during extreme weather. This much-needed addition to the current complex includes the dispatch center, a multi-purpose room for tactical training, a second training room, offices, a garage, and support facilities. These improvements for our city’s public safety teams will help our brave officers and first responders keep our citizens protected and safe. The RFD will use funds from the 2018 Bond Issue to build a new fire station, update the training center, and add equipment to the fire department fleet. The new Fire Station #8 will be strategically located along West Pleasant Grove Road between Rainbow Road and Hwy. 112 to provide better fire and EMS coverage

in that area of our city, as well as additional support for west Rogers. Training center improvements will provide better functionality and increased opportunities for training courses in fire, emergency medicine, hazardous materials, and technical rescue. A new burn building will provide a controlled environment to conduct live fire training, allowing firefighters to learn in a “safe” environment. Apparatus replacement will allow Rogers to maintain an adequate front line and reserve fleet which is essential for maintaining a Class One insurance rating that can reduce insurance rates for home and business owners. Another important benefit from the 2018 Bond Issue will be the purchase of a new communications system for our 911 dispatch called The Arkansas Wireless Information Network (AWIN). AWIN provides statewide operations within the coverage area and offers the ability to coordinate communications with other agencies or jurisdictions. State-of-theart communications systems reduce response time in emergencies and keep our citizens better protected. Refinancing Bond Debt The rest of the 2018 Bond Issue will enable the City of Rogers to refinance and pay off the existing debt from the 2011 Bond Issue. By refinancing in 2018, the City hopes to take advantage of lower interest rates that likely will not be available in the future. Lower interest rates will allow more money to be spent on projects, maximizing the impact of the bond.

Vote “For” the Future The City of Rogers is a vibrant, growing community and an ideal place to live, work, and play. To continue our momentum and better prepare us for the future, we must anticipate our growth, plan development needs and manage improvement projects to completion. Rogers Mayor Greg Hines has called on citizens to support the 2018 Bond Issue, saying, “This is our City, and this is our chance to bring Rogers to the forefront in the region. These improvements will foster responsible growth, while maintaining the quality of life that we’ve come to expect in Northwest Arkansas. We’re asking Rogers citizens to help us keep Rogers the city ‘Where Possible Lives’ by voting ‘for’ the 2018 Bond Issue.” You may vote on August 14 at a polling location or vote early beginning August 7 at the County Clerk’s Offices in Rogers. Vote “for” the future of Rogers, “Where Possible Lives” and “Excellence Continues.”

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Downtown Master Plan Guiding Development

ince January, Downtown Rogers has welcomed more than a dozen new businesses to the heart of the city including three boutiques, a specialty food shop, a home interior store, a small event venue, a food truck and several professional service providers. A similar mix of business—39 in all—opened in Downtown Rogers in 2017. An estimated 20 more businesses are slated to open in the second half of 2018 creating 150 new jobs.

& Development) is at 101 E Walnut. The 1907, formerly known as Dollar Saver, is scheduled to open soon. This landmark structure, with a long history in Rogers, will include Onyx Coffee roastery operations and coffee shop, a cocktail bar, three restaurants and 11 two-story urban apartments.

Planning & Commitment Implementation of the Downtown Rogers Initiative Plan (Master Plan) is evidence that The City of Rogers is committed to supporting a strong downtown. The city’s form-based development code facilitates mixed-use property development allowing retail, residential offices and restaurants to co-exist in the same property. Efforts to streamline the planning and inspection processes ensure business developments make efficient use of properties that are sustainable. Adaptive Reuse | The 1907 One example of an adaptive reuse project (underway by High Street Real Estate

“The continued and rapid growth of downtown businesses is a testament to the recently implemented Downtown Master Plan and proof that Downtown Rogers is once again becoming a vibrant hotspot for residents of our city and region.” – Raymond Burns

President/CEO Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

Expanded Downtown Footprint Four properties in the 200 block of W. Wood Street and the 700 Block on N. 2nd Street are expanding the footprint of Downtown Rogers. The goal of this redevelopment supports the intent of the Master Plan and the Industrial Arts Zoning district. The developer of these properties is reinvesting in the downtown community and excited about the revitalization efforts taking shape. The first three businesses opened in 2016 and additional businesses will be opening in late 2018 and early 2019. Guided Redevelopment of Downtown The purpose of the Downtown Rogers Development Code (DRDC) is to guide the redevelopment of Downtown Rogers by building on the successes of the historic core along with implementing a vision of creating a more walkable, vibrant mixed-use neighborhood. The Industrial Arts District is one of four areas of downtown recognized in the Downtown Rogers Initiative Plan (Master Plan). The remaining three are Core Mixed-Use, Commercial Mixed-Use and Neighborhood Transition.

The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce’s Voice of Business Podcast debuted in May. The podcast covers topics of regional and statewide interest, current events, legislative events, interviews with community leaders, local and state elected officials, newsmakers, and community and economic developers. Check out these recent highlights from episodes of the podcast:

Episode 7... SVP of Economic Development Steve Cox discussed recent and upcoming developments in the Lowell and Northwest Arkansas area with Lowell Mayor Eldon Long.

Episode 8... SVP of Economic Development Steve Cox sat down with Dr. Becky Paneitz of Inseitz Group and Amy Reeves-Robinson with Tribe of Women to talk about multi-generational mentoring and their upcoming workshop with the Hustle In Heels program August 9.

You can find the Chamber Voice of Business Podcast online and subscribe. Just

search “Chamber Voice of Business” on any of these platforms and start listening to one of Northwest Arkansas’s premier business podcasts today!

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Episode 9... SVP of Government Affairs Jon Moran and Director of Community Development Ross Phillips met with Emma Willis to discuss the Arkansas 529 Program and Leadership Benton County.

Chamber Awards Scholarships Devoted to Vocational Training

he Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce recently selected five students attending vocational training to receive scholarships towards their education. The scholarships were made possible by a donation made to the Rogers Development Foundation by The Merwin Family Trust. The scholarship funds are dedicated specifically to students seeking vocational training.

Five students were selected to receive a scholarship in 2018. The training courses that they are pursuing include careers in the medical, construction, and diesel mechanic fields. Raymond Burns, President/CEO of the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce, said, “Vocational training is vital to our region’s continued growth and development. Thanks to the generous donation from The Merwin Family Trust, these five students will be able

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to continue their education in fields that are highly needed in our area. These students are the future of our region and they will help to continue to make Rogers and Northwest Arkansas a world-class community and an ideal place to live, work, and play.” The recipients of the scholarship were selected by a scholarship committee of the RogersLowell Area Chamber of Commerce and met the criteria laid out in the donation agreement.

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Welcome Teachers Back to School at

THANK-A-TEACHER CELEBRATION SPONSORS Presented By |

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Gold Sponsor |

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 | 7:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. ROGERS HIGH SCHOOL Learn More at ROGERSLOWELL.COM

he Thank-A-Teacher Celebration, presented by Sam’s Furniture, is set for August 8 at Rogers High School. This is the Chamber’s third annual event that celebrates local teachers who are making a big difference in the world. Teachers give our children so much and 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. Though we can never thank them enough, this event is an opportunity to let them know how much we appreciate all that they do. Chamber staff will announce winners one-by-one, thanking the donor, and waiting for the winning teacher's whole school to erupt in cheers! After 100+ prizes have been given out, Sam's Furniture and other sponsors will announce large prizes being donated to deserving teachers. Donate Prizes, Purchase Your Exhibit Booth Space & Join Us! If you would like to donate a door prize to the Thank-A-Teacher Celebration, or sponsor

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the event, please contact Maddie Ward at (479) 636-1240. Booth space and sponsor booths are still available for the Celebration Fair & Appreciation Breakfast and may be purchased by visiting RogersLowell.com or contacting memberservices@rogerslowell.com. This is a great opportunity to present your products and services to more than 1,000 faculty and staff of the public schools, charter schools, private schools and the community college. Member Opportunities:

• Donate Valuable Door Prizes for the Thank-A-Teacher Celebration (minimum $50 Value) • Exhibit Booth Space Available for the Celebration Fair & Appreciation Breakfast, sponsored by Hight-Jackson Associates, P.A. • Sponsorships Still Available

Fair Sponsor |

(50% Black & PMS 187c)

Silver Sponsors |

Advanced Physical Therapy Arkansas State Teachers Association First Security Bank iHeartMedia Kumon Math & Reading Center of Lowell Lifetouch National School Studios, Inc. Supreme Lending

Bronze Sponsors |

AEP Southwestern Electric Power/SWEPCO Mercy Northwest Arkansas Nabholz Construction Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest Arkansas Naturals Baseball ServPro Steve Landers Toyota NWA Unify Financial Credit Union

Coffee Sponsor | Starbucks Coffee

Breakfast Sponsor | McDonald's

Networking with a Purpose Coming August 16 Event Details Thursday, August 16, 2017 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Acosta Sales & Marketing 4204 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Ste. 101 Rogers, AR 72758 Trade Show Exhibit Booths | $100 (Members) and $150 (Non-Members) Registration Required for Trade Show

“Networking with a Purpose” is a nonprofit showcase hosted by the Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders and the RogersLowell Area Chamber of Commerce. This event features a Business After Hours with local nonprofits and is organized so that you may meet and network with contacts from a variety of organizations. You’ll find out how you can volunteer and contribute, learn what services are provided by nonprofits, and discover what products and services these organizations need.

Showcase Your Organization’s Mission | Purchase Exhibit Booth Space Northwest Arkansas nonprofit organizations (NPOs) are invited to participate in this event’s trade show by purchasing an exhibit booth. Showcase your organization to potential volunteers, donors and board members. Distribute materials about your mission, recruit volunteers to support your programs, and engage the community in the work you do that helps make Northwest Arkansas a great place to live, work and play. Admission is FREE to the public! Food and drinks will be available.

Fall Golf Tournament Set for September 7 SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR CURRENT SPONSORS |

Event Details Friday, September 7 | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Tee Times Lost Springs Golf & Athletic Club, Inc. | Rogers Team of Four $500 Sponsorships Available Register at RogersLowell.com

njoy building business relationships on the golf course in a beautiful fall setting. Treat clients to a round of golf to seal the deal, say thank you to clients for their business or show your employees you appreciate them by inviting them to play. Prizes are awarded for top finishing teams and for individual winners of the longest drive, closest-to-the-pin and putting contests. Each golfer receives complimentary snacks and beverages, breakfast (morning tee time), and lunch.

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ARKANSAS PUBLIC THEATRE

Reveals

SEASON 33

Season 33 I 2018-19 – Arkansas Public Theatre (APT) Season 33 features once again a mix of new, straightfrom-Broadway productions, another World Premiere, a show done for the first time with non-professional actors and long-standing classics that were chosen with APT’s growing and diverse audience in mind. There is something for all ages in Season 33 at APT.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber book and lyrics by Don Black and Christopher Hampton based on the Billy Wilder film Auditions: July 31, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: September 14-16, 20-23, 27-30, 2018. THINGS TO DO IN MUNICH By Oren Safdie (WORLD PREMIERE!) Auditions: September 17, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: November 2-4, 8-11, 2018 THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER By Barbara Robinson Auditions: November 5, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: December 14-16, 20-23, 2018

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice Auditions: December 17, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: February 8-10, 14-17, 21-24, 2019 STUPID KID By Sharr White (FIRST NON-PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTION BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE AUTHOR) Auditions: February 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: March 22-23, 28-31, 2019

A KID LIKE JAKE By Daniel Pearle Auditions: March 25, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: May 3-5, 9-12, 2019 A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2 By Lucas Hnath Auditions: May 6, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Performances: June 14-16, 20-23, 2019 ANNIE Book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin; based on Little Orphan Annie by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc. Auditions: June 17, 2019 at 7:00 pm Performances: July 26-28, August 1-4, 8-11 | 2019

All performances and auditions will be held at the historic Victory Theater in Downtown Rogers, 116 S. 2nd St., Rogers. 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. Group discounts for 10 or more guests are available by contacting the Box Office. Season and individual show tickets can be purchased online at www.arkansaspublictheatre.org or at the APT Box Office at 479-631-8988.

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Launches New Website July | 2018 - During the spring, the Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders (NWAEL) worked hard to breathe new life into its website presence including new branding and messaging. In July, its new website launched at NWAEmergingLeaders.com featuring a stronger emphasis on initiatives and the organization’s impact to the region. The website also includes member testimonials and is rolling out soon new features such as a community calendar for events, volunteer opportunities, and ideas for young professionals to increase their engagement in the region.

BodyLove Naturals Selected at Walmart’s Open Call June | 2018 - Over 100 entrepreneurs secured follow-up meetings with Walmart at its fifth annual Open Call in Bentonville. The event attracted more than 450 businesses from 46 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. BodyLove Naturals in Downtown Rogers, a member of the Chamber since last October, pitched its line of locally made soaps. The company was selected to negotiate a deal with Walmart later this summer. Congratulations to the sister/brother team Stacy Antonelli and Wyatt Foley (pictured).

products that support American jobs over 10 years. Based on data from Boston Consulting Group, it’s estimated that 1 million new U.S. jobs will be created through this initiative. AMP Fest Returns this Fall October | 2018 - AMP Fest is a beer, music and tech festival taking place at the Walmart AMP on Saturday, October 14 (4:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m.). Organized by Walton Arts Center’s Corporate Leadership Council, this event is designed to raise awareness and to benefit Arts Education

programming at Walton Arts Center. Last year, AMP Fest attendees helped raise over $83,000 towards Arts Education programming! AMP Fest will feature unlimited free samples of over 60 local, regional and craft beers from more than 20 selected breweries as well as talented musicians! Plus, there will be great food available to purchase. Tickets are $45 and include a collectable glass for beer sampling and access to all activation experiences (21+ only). A limited number of designated driver tickets are available. Visit amptickets.com for more information.

Stacy Antonelli and Wyatt Foley

Walmart announced in 2013 that it intends to help boost job creation and U.S. manufacturing through buying an additional $250 billion in

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CESO Richard Coffel 1305 N.E. MCCLAIN RD., STE. 7 | BENTONVILLE, AR 72712 (479) 271-8058 | CESOINC.COM ARCHITECTS AND ARCHITECTURAL ILLUSTRATORS/PLANNERS

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COIN CLUB Jerry Moyer 424 W. WALNUT ST. | ROGERS, AR 72756 (417) 818-2506 | NWACOINCLUB.COM ORGANIZATIONS

SNACK LAB Bobby Bland 102 S.E. 28TH ST., STE. 2 | BENTONVILLE, AR 72712 (479) 936-6797 | SNACKLABNWA.COM RESTAURANTS

NWA GETAWAYS DREAM VACATIONS Monroe Corwin 903-A N. BLOOMINGTON ST., STE. 102 | LOWELL, AR 72745 (479) 306-6672 | NWAGETAWAYS.COM TRAVEL SERVICES

TANGLEWOOD LODGE John Wood 8930 LAKESHORE DR. | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 925-2100 | TANGLEWOODLODGE.ORG HOTELS/MOTELS

NWA SEAL COAT LLC Mateo Barrientos 1102 E. LINDEN ST. | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 366-5688 | NWASEALCOATLLC.COM PAVING CONTRACTORS

THAT SALAD PLACE Ken and Shelley Orsi 1120 S. 8TH ST. | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 366-2244 | FIND US ON FACEBOOK RESTAURANTS

EFFECTIVE DEFENSIVE CONCEPTS LLC Kevin Buck ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 366-5448 | FIND US ON FACEBOOK DEFENSIVE TRAINING FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF NWA Karen Maule 402 SW A ST. | BENTONVILLE, AR 72712 (479) 321-5220 | FNBNWA.COM BANKS AND BANKING ASSOCIATIONS FOOD LOOPS Tom Rohr ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 621-5642 | FOODLOOPS.NET FOOD RECYCLING FRESH HARVEST TASTING ROOM Troy Johnson and Steven Ketcher 211 W. WALNUT ST. #101 | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 253-6247 | FRESHHARVEST.CO RETAIL SPECIALTY STORES GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES Brittany Rogers 2203 PROMENADE BLVD. #5160 | ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 986-0700 | GREATAMERICANCOOKIES.COM BAKERIES

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Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville

June 2018 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 2018 Sponsor

Arkansas Hospice, Inc. 1200 W. Walnut, Ste. 2313, Rogers

Art Ventures 101 W. Mountain, Ste. 222, Fayetteville

Bod High Productions 206 S. 2nd St., Ste. D, Rogers

Chambers Bank 4201 New Hope Road, Rogers

Grand Savings Bank 2350 W. Hudson Rd., Rogers

Hark & Harald Co. 120 W. Walnut St., Rogers

LaborMAX Staffing 2301 W. Walnut, Ste. 19, Rogers

Miss Birdie Boutique 105 W. Elm St., #207, Rogers

NWAVacationRentals.com Rogers

Profile by Sanford 4305 Pleasant Crossing Blvd., Ste. 103, Rogers

Pure The Salon and Spa 700 S.E. Walton Blvd., Ste. 6, Bentonville

Skillz Unlimited Barber Shop 224 W. Poplar St., Rogers

Urban Bleu Hairsalon 113 W. Elm St., Rogers

White River House & Home 111 N. 2nd St., Rogers

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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS | June 2018 30+ years House of Webster - 64 years Harris Baking - 60 years Sherwin-Williams Company - 60 years Hight Jackson Associates, P.A. - 44 years Parenti-Morris Eyecare - 43 years Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC - 40 years KHBS/KHOG-TV - 39 years Design Travel - 33 years Bedford Camera & Video - 32 years State Farm Insurance - Rogers Clark - 32 years 21-30 years Altrua International Inc. of Rogers Benton County Funeral Home - Buddy Burns Chapel Birdeye Printing Courtyard by Marriott Dennis Electric, Inc. Fayetteville Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Flintco, LLC Mathias Properties, Inc. New Image Dental Northwest Arkansas Head Start Ozark Natural Science Center Stephens Inc. Sweetser Construction 11-20 years Adam J. Black Advanced Information Management, LLC Andy's Frozen Custard Arkansas Mill Supply Co., Inc. Ashby Street Outdoor, LLC

Boys & Girls Club of Benton County - Rogers Unit Brashears Furniture Casey Lock & Key, Inc. CDI Contractors, LLC Clack Corporation The Computer Hut Enterprise Rent-A-Car Keypoint church Landis Eye Care Marvin's Savers Club The Osage Group S. Todd Phelan, DDS, PA Rogers-Bentonville Elks Lodge #2144 Shiloh Christian School Shipley Motor Equipment Co. Sonic Drive-In Super 8 Motel U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Village on the Creeks Waco Title Company Webster University 6-10 years American Standard Foundation Repair AMP Electric & Maintenance Services Arkansas State Teachers Association Auto Works Beaver Watershed Alliance The Belford Group Bella Vista Property Owners Association BKD, LLP Catering Unlimited City Title & Closing, LLC

Clifton Eoff Photography Fish City Grill Golden Corral Harvey Pediatrics, PLLC Holiday Inn & Suites Information Solutions Team, LLC Innovative Business Furniture, Inc. JMARK Business Solutions, Inc. Junior League of Northwest Arkansas King Burrito & Taqueria Lenny's Sub Shop Ninja Realty - Christy Fournier Northwest Physicians, LLC Ozark Herb & Spice, Inc. Portfolio Luxury Real Estate Redefined Say Cheez Photo Booth Sign Studio SPMI - My HR Professionals Trike Theatre Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge 2-5 years Advance Pest Control, Inc. Advanced Physical Therapy American Legion Post 100 A-Vision Real Estate Network Bates Architects Bikes, Blues & BBQ Del Monte Foods, Inc. Heritage Indian Motorcycles of NWA Imagine Studios Lewis Automotive Group Materials Testing of Arkansas, Inc. MTA Engineers

Sept. 14-15, 2018 Kick-off Dinner Friday Night 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Workshops & Marketplace Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Experience The Good Life in September at this inaugural event in Downtown Rogers celebrating Northwest Arkansas’ quality of life and culture of food, arts, and outdoors. The weekend kicks-off on Friday evening with a farm-to-table dinner. On Saturday, low-cost workshops on food, arts, and outdoors “pop-up” while a simultaneous marketplace featuring local businesses opens to the community. Families, young professionals, outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers, and explorers will find this event a fun and festive way to experience The Good Life. Sponsorships are still available to provide your company recognition and visibility.

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Mundo-Tech, Inc. Nick C. Yiannios, DDS, FAACD, PLLC Novo Studio Ozark Regional Vein Center & Renew Aesthetics at Pinnacle Point Patterson Home Builders, Inc. Paul Law Firm, PLLC PRN Medical Services Raising Cane's Sassafras Springs Vineyard Servpro Simplemachine Springwoods Behavioral Health Starkbucks Coffee Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc. U-Haul Moving & Storage of Rogers Westrock Coffee Company Woodland Research Northwest Woof & Wander 1 year Angkor Wine & Liquor Chiropractic, Acupuncture, & Metabolic Professionals, PLLC Deer Mountain Events Envision Nutrition Epoch Men's Health Frogdogz Scuba Frost Oil Company Garden Club of Rogers Lifespring Women's Healthcare Mainstream Technologies, Inc.

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

AUGUST 14, 2018

AUGUST 16, 2018 Presenting Sponsor:

Cherokee Casino & Hotel

Gold Sponsor:

Presenting Sponsors:

Pet Supplies Plus

Bailey & Oliver Law Firm First Western

Host Sponsor:

First Security Bank

Location:

Address:

First Security Bank

400 W. Monroe Ave., Lowell

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018 Presenting Sponsors:

Arkansas 529 College Investing Plans

Cox Business

Venue Sponsor: Acosta Sales & Marketing

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Presenting Sponsor:

Lewis Automotive Group

Gold Sponsors:

Meeting Sponsors:

Location: Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

Donating door prizes for chamber events is an effective strategy to gain awareness of your business as well as showcase your products & services. If you’re interested in contributing a door prize to any of these events contact Maddie Ward at Maddie@RogersLowell.com.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Gold Sponsor:

OneDigital Health and Benefits Beall Barclay & Company

Location:

4204 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Ste. 101 Rogers

Beaver Water District

Ashby Street Outdoor, LLC KFSM TV-5/KXNW TV-34 Cox Business

Address:

Location:

Address:

317 W. Walnut St., Rogers

NWACC Shewmaker Center for Workforce Technology

1000 SE. Eagle Way, Bentonville

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