Chamber Voice Newsletter | June 2022 Edition

June 2022 | Vol 17 Issue 6

The Mission 5 Report is a new quarterly report highlighting results, accomplishments, and other outcomes from the Chamber’s efforts to be influencers, catalysts, and conveners; the trusted source for growing business, activating leaders, and building community.

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W HAT ’ S IN TH IS I SSUE ?

3������������Chamber Staff & Board of Directors 4 �����������The Mission 5 Report Continued 6����������� Chamber Celebrates Economic Development Week 7������������ Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today | Calls for Applications to Leadership Benton County 8 �����������2022 Small Business Council – The Voice of Small Business 9�����������Employer Roadmap: Childcare Solutions for Working Parents 10 �������Chamber Hosts 2nd Annual Tee Off at Topgolf Event 11����������New Episodes Released for the Chamber Voice of Business Podcast 12��������“Barks on the Bricks” a Barking Success!

13 ��������Chamber Hosts 100+ Employers at NWA Spring Job Fair 16��������Visit Rogers Hosts Q2 Northwest Arkansas Travel & Meeting Professionals Networking Meeting 18��������Focus on the Community Articles • • • • • • •

Arkansas Parks Conducting Outdoor Recreation Participation Survey Northwest Arkansas High Schools Ranked Among Best in Arkansas BITE NW Arkansas Returns with Expanded Event Series Throughout the Region Circle of Life Announces Purchase of Land to Accommodate Growth Samaritan Community Center Breaks Ground on New Southeast Rogers Location Majestic Storm Named Weekday Morning Weather Anchor, Emma Claybrook Named Weekend Morning Anchor at KHBS/KHOG-TV Rogers Business Owners Participating in Hoka Hey Charitable Motorcycle Challenge

24 ������Downtown Merchant News

• Cirro Studio & Nola’s Pantry Energizing Downtown Development

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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26������Walmart AMP Announces Diverse Mix of New Performances for 2022 27�������Railyard Live Concert Series Underway in Downtown Rogers 28 ������New Members | April 2022 29 �����Ribbon Cuttings | April 2022 30������Membership Renewals | April 2022 31 ��������Chamber Business Connect & Educational Events

CHAM BE R S TAFF Raymond Burns, CCE President/CEO rburns@rogerslowell.com

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

Nick Smith Creative Services Director nick@rogerslowell.com

Marni Rogers, IOM Member Relations Manager marni@rogerslowell.com

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

Ross Phillips Senior Vice President of Community Development ross@rogerslowell.com

Loretta Gomez Finance Manager loretta@rogerslowell.com

Justin Freeman Marketing Communications Manager justin@rogerslowell.com

Katie Burns Vice President of Operations katie@rogerslowell.com

Geovanny Sarmiento Senior Vice President of Community Engagement & Inclusion geovanny@rogerslowell.com

Kelly Parker, TMP Director of Marketing & Communications | Visit Rogers kelly@rogerslowell.com

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

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

Luke Wiggins, TMP Director of Sales | Visit Rogers luke@rogerslowell.com

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

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

Jacque Eakins Account Executive jacque@rogerslowell.com

Executive Committee

B OARD OF D IREC TORS 2022 Directors

Chairman of the Board | Erin Kiefer, Assembled Products Chairman-Elect | Mike Power, First Security Bank Treasurer | Tom Allen, Cushman & Wakefield | Sage Partners Past Chairman | Angie Tucker-Ridley, Tucker’s Furniture & Appliances President/CEO | Raymond Burns RIDC President | Jerry Vest, Regions Bank

Ron Branscum, Strategic Business Consulting David Kimball, Benchmark Group Jerra Toms, University of Arkansas Walton College of Business John-Michael Scurio, George’s Inc. Tanya Smith, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Melissa Turpin, Honeycomb Kitchen

Daizy Andrade, University of Arkansas Bruce Barkley, KHBS/KHOG Dr. Marlin Berry, Rogers Public Schools Andrew Branch, NWA National Airport-XNA Larry Cooper, Embassy Suites NW Arkansas Brad Crain, Arvest Benton County Ever Cuellar, First Security Bank Mike Dodge, Carroll Electric Coop. Corp.

David Faulkner, Pinnacle Hills Promenade

2023 Directors

Kristen Boozman, Portfolio Sotheby’s International Realty Dean Fisher, Glad Manufacturing Angela Grayson, Precipice IP Patrick Kerrwood, Northwest Health Mat Mozzoni, Cox Business Knight Weis, Signature Bank of Arkansas

Ex-Officio Directors

Cathy Foraker, AT&T David Foster, APAC - Central, Inc. Bradley Hardin, AEP/SWEPCO Greg Hines, Mayor, City of Rogers Tom Hopper, Tallchamps, LLC Corry Hull, BHC Insurance Emily Ironside, Crystal Bridges Museum Dr. Evelyn E. Jorgenson, Northwest Arkansas Community College Peter Lane, Walton Arts Center Chris Moore, Mayor, City of Lowell

Division Chairs Community Development – Josh Vasquez Membership Services – Tanya Smith Economic Development – Brad Crain

Holly Clarke Special Events Coordinator holly@rogerslowell.com

Jivette De Jesus Community Engagement and Inclusion Manager jivette@rogerslowell.com

Meredith Alvarez Customer Relations Specialist meredith@rogerslowell.com

2024 Directors

Michael Parker, Nabholz Charlotte Rankin, Mercy NWA Gaven Smith, J.B. Hunt Transport Stennett Thompkins, AAA Insurance Brandy Tuft, Ernst & Young Josh Vasquez, Encore Bank

Barry Moehring, Benton County Judge Joey Msall, Black Hills Energy Mickey Rapier, Fellowship Bible Church Rafael Rios, Yeyo’s Mezcaleria & Taqueria at the 1907 Dr. Jim Rollins, Northwest Technical Institute Denise Thomas, Arkansas World Trade Center Scott Tidwell, Matthews, Campbell, Rhoads, McClure & Thompson Dick Trammel, Chairman Emeritus Jeff Wood, Tyson Foods

Audit Committee Government Affairs – Angela Grayson Destination Marketing – Larry Cooper

Ron Branscum Knight Weis Brandy Tuft

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Thank You for Investing in Our Community’s Future

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hether you are an investor in our mission-work

• Staff spoke to the Rogers Public Schools Parents Night to talk about

through Vision 100 or through membership in the

workforce needs and showcase high paying careers not requiring

Chamber, or both, you are helping to fuel these

college degrees across the region.

important outcomes for the Rogers-Lowell Area.

Thank you for your investment in our community’s

future and taking time to learn more about our mission-work highlights in this first quarter report.

• Rogers’ unemployment rate remained just over two percent, which is the second lowest rate in the state, currently at 2.3 percent.

• Launched new, branded Go Downtown Rogers communication channels providing the community and businesses with one trusted

Our Vision is for the Rogers-Lowell Area to be the center of world-class business, welcoming communities, and opportunities for all. This Vision drives our mission-work.

The Chamber’s five key focus areas for its mission-work, called the

source for merchant news/promos, events, and downtown economic development news.

Community Development

“Mission 5”, include Economic Development, Community Development,

This mission-work activates a diverse, next

Small Business & Entrepreneurial Development, Destination Marketing

generation of business and community leaders.

& Management, and Advocacy & Government Affairs.

We champion community engagement and inclusion initiatives by convening and engaging

Economic Development

the right people at the right time. Our work This mission-work creates a pro-business, pro-

also improves our community’s quality of life by

growth economic environment. It spurs economic growth as a key driver for increasing the sales tax base which funds education, public safety, and infrastructure. We also develop talent pipelines for

Q1 2022 Highlights: • Kicked off Leadership Benton County Class of 2022 convening 35

current and future workforce needs by connecting

business and community leaders to learn more about the community

educators and students with industry. Our

and ways to give back and get involved.

resources and support help our community sustain responsible economic development growth from Downtown Rogers to Uptown Rogers and Lowell.

Q1 2022 Highlights: • Worked with 30+ developments out of the 67 large-scale projects currently under construction in Rogers valued at an estimated $70 million.

• Rogers reported record sales tax collections in the first quarter and is on track to match last year’s record-setting collections.

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supporting quality of place initiatives.

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• Launched in partnership with the Rogers Public Schools a new Leadership, Education, Activation and Development (LEAD) program reaching over 100 students. LEAD prepares our community’s youth with tools, training, and direction in their pursuit of higher education, and clears a path to career opportunities so participants are workforce ready. This provides local businesses with workforce development. The project is made possible by a grant from the American Electric Power Foundation to the Rogers Development Foundation.

• Staff helped with the launch of the Feed Rogers Food Pantry (a program of NWA Food Bank) to help serve those in our community experiencing food insecurity.

• Collaborated with Salvadorans United to help the Consulate of El Salvador find a permanent home for office in our region.

Small Business & Entrepreneurial Development This mission-work includes curating essential resources for starting, running, and

Q1 2022 Highlights: • Rogers hosted the 2022 Emery Sapp Annual Meeting in March, welcoming over 2,500 guests to the Embassy Suites, Rogers Convention Center, and Topgolf over a fast two-day itinerary. This major corporate event generated over 1,500 room nights for Rogers’s hotels, over 2,000 room nights to the region, and over $1.5 million in direct spending to the Rogers economy. Events such as this generate investment in our community that supports local businesses.

• Visit Rogers sales efforts in the first quarter resulted in almost 7,000

growing business. We open new doors to new

new business definite room nights booked and 11,700 future definite

business connections for small businesspeople

room nights booked. Future sales bookings ensure sustainable tourism

and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds by

growth and quality of life for our hospitality partners and community.

delivering educational and networking events.

We also listen to our Small Business Council

• Destination Marketing gains over Q1’21 included total social media posts of 1,388 (80% increase) generating a reach of 1.225 million (up

who guides us as the Voice of Small Business and helps understand and

169%) and 2.13 million impressions (up 408%) delivering almost 52,000

represent their needs.

engagements (up 110%). Our robust social media presence increased awareness of Rogers as a desirable destination to key markets and

Q1 2022 Highlights:

consumers.

• Staff assisted 64 small businesses seeking resources and assistance in the first quarter. This included providing guidance,

Advocacy & Government Affairs

mentoring and access to professional help to 38 minority owned

This mission-work serves as the regional link

business entrepreneurs.

between business and government to ensure

• Staff helped 27 entrepreneurs learn “How to Start a Business in

that the Voice of Business is represented and

Arkansas” presented in Spanish language as part of the Chamber’s

heard. We engage the community in the political

quarterly Spanish Seminar Series.

process by educating voters, providing contacts

• The Chamber partnered with Business and Industry Training to host a

for legislators, and influencing the community to

3-part “Soft Skills Certification” program teaching them how to deliver constructive criticism, make better presentations, and improve hiring skills with the available workforce.

• Over 230 member businesses took advantage of the Chamber’s business connect events and programs, providing them opportunities to network, build relationships and exchange referrals.

• Our Member Engagement Committee conducted 72 visits to Chamber

get registered and vote.

Q1 2022 Highlights: • Tracked and reported outcomes to our members from the 2021 Special Legislative Session.

• Provided Government Affairs updates on important news like the initial approval in March for a $6 billion state budget for the coming

member businesses in the first quarter, surpassing their goal of 66

year. The bill calls for a nearly 3 percent increase in state spending

calls. This dedicated group of 11 business professionals volunteer to

with most increases going toward the state’s public schools and the

help businesses get the most out of their membership by connecting,

Department of Human Services.

informing, engaging, and supporting them.

• The 100th Annual Celebration of Business & Community was held on

• Provided updates on the 2022 Primary Election including the number of candidates seeking office after the filing period, location and timing

March 29 with over 900 business and community leaders attending.

of primaries, and announcement that some voters would receive new

The event raised $72,000 ($28,000 over projected budget) to help fund

registration cards after the Arkansas redistricting.

the mission work of the Chamber.

Destination Marketing & Management This mission-work activates quality experiences for both visitors and residents and

Learn More about our Vision, Mission & Values; Chamber Team; Board of Directors; Chamber Divisions; Leadership Programs; Community Based Scholarship Program; Chamber Voice of Business Communications Channels; Benefits of Membership; and the Vision 100 Resource Campaign.

markets our destination by targeting leisure, meetings, and sports groups to visit and conduct their business here. We cultivate tourism to create economic and community development opportunities. Our destination leadership and stewardship help balance responsible economic growth with sustainable tourism and quality of life.

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Chamber Celebrates

Economic Development Week E Governor Asa Hutchinson declared May 9 - 13 as Economic Development Week in Arkansas. The goal of Economic Development Week (EDW) is to increase awareness of local programs that create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and increase the quality of life in communities everywhere.

ach year, Economic Development

the resources of a community – such as

Week includes activities in

businesses utilities, educational institutions,

communities large and small

chambers of commerce, banks, real estate

designed to highlight the

developers, neighborhood groups, foundations,

importance of economic

nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and

development and the good work that economic developers do every day. To honor EDW, the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce launched a social media campaign highlighting our Economic Development efforts and

An important component of our Chamber’s key mission-work is Economic Development,

quality of life in communities everywhere.

led by Steve Cox. We create a pro-business,

What is Economic Development?

Economic development is the intentional

pro-growth economic environment. We spur economic growth as a key driver for increasing the sales tax base. Our work develops talent

practice of improving a community’s economic

pipelines for current and future workforce needs

well-being and quality of life. It includes a broad

by connecting educators with industries. We offer

range of activities to attract, create, and retain jobs,

resources and support to help sustain growth and

and to foster a resilient, pro-growth tax base and

development from Downtown Rogers to Uptown

an inclusive economy. The practice of economic

Rogers and Lowell.

Our Downtown Development division, led by

involving industry, government, and myriad

Karen Wagaman, is the primary point-of-contact

community stakeholders.

for economic development in Downtown Rogers

Convening and Collaborating With varying backgrounds and

and provides resources and help implementing the Downtown Rogers Initiative Plan. This mission-work focuses on increasing the number of

specializations, economic developers frequently

businesses, employees, and residential properties

provide both leadership in policymaking, as

in the downtown core. It also cultivates strong

well as administering policies, programs, and

relations with existing businesses and government

projects in support of economic development.

entities, identifies opportunities to activate

The effectiveness of economic developers lies

underutilized properties, connects potential

in their ability to collaborate with industry,

partnerships and facilitates business relations

government, and community stakeholders.

to maximize resources for downtown and the

Often thought of as conveners, economic

surrounding community.

developers play a central role in leveraging

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A Key Focus Area of the Chamber’s Mission-Work

explaining more about why it is important for

development comprises of a collaborative effort

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more – to support economic development.

View the Governor’s Proclamation Here.

Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today |

Calls for Applications to Leadership Benton County Leadership Benton County Sponsored By

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enton County has been blessed with a wealth of financial, physical and human resources, but we sometimes tend to take for granted the future of our area by simply assuming that the appropriate leadership talent will emerge to guide us whenever we need it. Leadership Benton County was developed to serve as the training ground for our future leaders.

Why It’s Important The keys to our future success as a region are knowledgeable and skilled leaders, willing to step to the forefront, who have an awareness and understanding of all facets of our community including government, business, education, recreation, utilities, infrastructure, housing, health care, social services and more.

Chamber’s Training Ground for Future Leaders The Leadership Benton County program provides leadership training specific to regional issues facing the county and serves as the Chamber’s training ground for future leaders in Benton County. Goals of the 11-session program include identification and motivation of individuals with leadership potential; acquainting participants with community needs, challenges, and opportunities; offering a forum for dealing with community issues; and challenging future leaders to become involved with local issues and the process of decision-making.

Program Details Class participants meet monthly from January to September. Sessions focus on local and county government, education, economy, human services, health care, quality of life, state government, regional issues, and leadership skills and theories.

Participation in Leadership Benton County is open to persons 21 years of age or older, living and/or working in Benton County. The selection committee seeks representation from a cross-section of the county, reflecting the diversity of the area. Participants should have a strong interest and commitment to serving the Northwest Arkansas region.

To learn more or apply today visit leadershipbentoncounty.org.

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2022 Small Business Council – The Voice of Small Business

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he Small Business Council is a very important committee of the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce. It was created to be the Voice of the Small Business Community and to provide guidance to the Chamber on small business needs. These volunteers work hard to make a difference in the business community.

The Council is made up of Chamber member volunteers who own, work for, or

actively serve small businesses throughout Northwest Arkansas. Some of the roles of the Council include selecting an Outstanding Small Business of the Quarter, selecting educational seminar topics, and conducting the bi-monthly Chamber Tutorial (formerly known as Member Orientation).

2022 Small Business Council

Chair | Ron Amos, Minuteman Press Co-Chair | Sam Gardner, Walker Brothers Past Chair | Jeremy Janes, Janes Insurance & Brokerage Kaala House, House Inc @ Thrive Real Estate Melissa Dysart, Level 5 Architecture Amanda Johnson, Bumbles & Boots Custom Creations Ever Cuellar, First Security Bank Julie McAllaster, Business and Industry Training Gilbert Rodriguez, Arvest Bank Stephanie Hogan, Edward Jones

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Jeremiah Ascherman, Compass Business Solutions Martha Londagin, Startup Junkie Foundation* Ken Greene, SCORE* Denise Thomas, World Trade Center Arkansas* Lori Lieblong, Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center* Shelle Summers, Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce** Steve Cox, Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce** *Denotes Ex-Officio Members **Denotes Chamber Staff Support

Employer Roadmap:

Childcare Solutions for Working Parents New job creation and business expansion impact your business by creating meaningful opportunities to sell goods and services to new businesses and residents.

The Chamber’s Economic Development Division works with industries both large and small to increase job growth and business expansion. We also work with individuals to support and increase our growing small business community.

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s part of our economic development mission-work we are focused on ways to improve employee-friendly policies and how to keep our region’s workers engaged in a healthy work-life balance as they develop into the next generation of our workforce.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has released an Employer Roadmap

that explains strategies for employers to support working parents and their childcare needs.

About the Roadmap Working parents have long struggled to access the affordable, quality childcare that enables them to participate in the workforce, but COVID-19 has made things even worse. The resulting impact on our workforce and organizations of every size and sector is more acute than ever and, for employers, it’s affecting their bottom line.

For the duration of the pandemic, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

“76% of businesses said they’ve seen employees leave - 43% of those businesses said that 75-100% of the employees they lost were women” – U.S. Chamber Foundation Survey

2020

Foundation has received hundreds of queries from businesses regarding strategies to support working parents. But understanding an employer’s options and navigating the childcare landscape can be complex and overwhelming.

This roadmap is intended to help senior leaders and business owners learn their options for supporting working parents with their childcare needs. It is also intended to help leaders understand what to expect when embarking on this journey and how to take action.

For more information about our economic development efforts, contact Steve Cox, Senior Vice President of Economic Development, at 479-619-3192 or steve@rogerslowell.com.

Steve Cox

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Chamber Hosts 2nd Annual Tee Off at Topgolf Event

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ixteen teams showed up for a beautiful day with coworkers and clients at the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd Annual Tee Off at Topgolf event Presented

by Choctaw Casino on May 12.

Climate-controlled hitting bays kept golfers cool as

members conducted business with special customers and rewarded employees with a fun day of teambuilding. Players received hors d’oeuvres, adult beverages, and bottomless fountain sodas.

The event showcased one of the most popular entertainment venues in Rogers and offered a relaxing afternoon for players to try out a variety of high-tech golf games unique to Topgolf.

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The Chamber’s newsletter, blog, podcast, and videos are your trusted sources for information and stories about our mission-based strategic focus areas. Content is delivered in these four formats to make it simple and easy for audiences of all generations to stay connected to business and community news.

New Episodes Released for the Chamber Voice of Business Podcast

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isten to episodes of our podcast while you’re on the go. It covers topics of regional and statewide interest,

Episode 71 – House Inc. SVP of Economic Development Steve Cox continued our celebration

current events, and legislative events as well as interviews

of #SmallBusinessWeek with House Inc. Kaala House and Calah

with community leaders, elected officials, newsmakers,

Andelman talked about owning a small business in the Northwest

community/economic developers and more. Find it online

Arkansas real estate market.

and subscribe at Soundcloud, Apple Podcasts and Google Play Music.

Episode 68 – Rogers New Technology High School In this episode of the Chamber Voice of Business Podcast, SVP of

Episode 72 – Minuteman Press SVP of Economic Development Steve Cox continued our celebration of #SmallBusinessWeek with Minuteman Press. Ron Amos, Chair of the

Economic Development Steve Cox visited with teachers and students

2022 Small Business Council, talked about owning a small business and

from Rogers New Technology High School. They discussed several

everything it takes to be successful in that endeavor.

projects currently ongoing at the school including learning about how to record and edit a podcast.

Episode 69 – Evolution Research Group dba Woodland Research Northwest SVP of Economic Development Steve Cox met with Evolution Research Group (otherwise known as Woodland Research) to talk about projects they have going on in Rogers along with the importance of DEI, workforce development and quality healthcare.

Episode 70 – Southwest Roofing For more than 50 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. In this episode, SVP of Economic Development Steve Cox talked with Jay Myers of Southwest Roofing to kick off our member spotlights for Small Business Week, which was May 1-7.

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Art on the Bricks Sponsored By

“Barks on the Bricks” a Barking Success!

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owntown Rogers celebrated our

with dance performances by Westside Ballet, and

dog friendly Northwest Arkansas

patrons were invited to dance their tails off at the

community with “Barks on the Bricks”

CoolWag Disco Party.

the theme for the May Art on the Bricks art walk. Artists, musicians, and pet

Presenting sponsor, T-Mobile offered dog watering stations throughout the park and Best

related businesses and non-profits from throughout

Friends Animal Society, the Dog Friendly Downtown

the region welcomed people and their pets to gallery

Rogers Sponsor, offered an interactive experience

exhibits and indoor and outdoor pop-up events in

where pet owners and their pooches made clay paw

dozens of locations.

print impressions, hosted a coloring station for kids

Downtown Rogers is known for the creative

and a prize wheel to spin and win dog bandanas and

community of artists and craftsmen with unique

other memorabilia. Both Best Friends and Marketing

shops and restaurants—and many of the downtown

Main Street hosted pop-up pet photo booths.

businesses are dog friendly. Canine centric exhibits

Into+View Gallery and Studio was covered in

were in abundance and the creatives in attendance

furry art with artwork by Kinya Christian, Leona Hunter

included pet portrait artists and photographers,

Wade, Marcia Davis and Sandra Dixon along with

interactive activities for dogs, a drop off location

an art exhibit and interactive experiences by author

for the Little Free Pet Pantry, plus pop-up pet

and artist Joy Phillips Noir and her new book, “Three-

photography booths in two locations provided lasting

legged Dog and a Chick.”

memories of the evening.

Brick & Morter hosted pop-up art exhibits along

Among the vendors were dog trainers, groomers, veterinary clinics, and pop-up adoption services. In addition to art and artists, Railyard Park was activated

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with a pet painting workshop taught by Amy Eichler.

For more information on dog-friendly businesses in downtown Rogers, click here.

https://artonthebricks.com

@Artonthebricks

@rogersartonthebricks

Chamber Hosts 100+ Employers at NWA Spring Job Fair

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ore than 100 employers showed up to Frisco Station Mall on May 4 for the largest and longest-running job fair in Arkansas. The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual Northwest Arkansas Spring Job Fair from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., free for the

hundreds of job seekers who attended.

Why Job Fairs are Important to the Economy Job fairs support the Chamber’s key mission-work area of economic development. This work develops talent pipelines for current and future workforce needs, connects job seekers with employers and helps sustain job growth. At these annual job fairs, job seekers meet one-on-one with local Human Resource professionals and representatives from local organizations about career opportunities.

“Even with low unemployment numbers in our region, we still have ‘now hiring’ signs posted across our community,” said Chamber SVP of Economic Development, Steve Cox. “This is an important showcase for viable career pathways for job seekers, both careers that require degrees and those that do not. Our Job Fairs fulfill a key segment of our missionwork by strengthening our area’s workforce and working to increase the quality of life throughout Northwest Arkansas.”

Registration is now open for the Chamber’s NWA Fall Job Fair, which will be held on October 5. Register here.

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The HOW of Implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Your Workplace June 21, 2022 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m

Supply Chain Hall of Fame 5111 W. J.B. Hunt Drive Rogers, AR 72758

In-Person Event $15 Registration Fee

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has been a “hot button” topic across Northwest Arkansas and the United States in recent years. There have been hundreds of studies and thousands of news articles and discussions

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about the importance of companies embracing DEI as workforce development and retention. Local organizations like Engage NWA have focused on the community-wide aspects while the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce has been educating the business community on the importance of DEI as part of a company’s culture. A lot of time has been spent discussing “Why” it is important to embrace DEI initiatives and now is the time to learn “How” to implement programs in your business.

The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with Cox Communications to showcase their grassroots, employee-led, and robust DEI programs implemented across their organization. Cox Communications is consistently recognized as a top employer for DEI programs and Employee Resource Groups from organizations like Diversity INC and The Human Rights Campaign. Local employee resource group leaders from Cox Communications will participate in a panel discussion highlighting the local work they do to ensure DEI is part of company culture and how other companies can emulate their successes.

Learn More at www.RogersLowell.com and Register Today

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Operations Manager, Ken Gardner, from Rendezvous Junction welcomes the group

Visit Rogers Hosts Q2 Northwest Arkansas Travel & Meeting Professionals Networking Meeting

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early 50 regional hospitality professionals gathered at Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co. in Rogers on Thursday, May 19 to network and gain best practices on sustaining

Pictured L to R: Moderator J.R. Shaw and panelists Brooklyn Shelor, Heather Fox, and Jennifer Stewart

Showcasing Meeting Spaces Available to Groups

the recovery of tourism in Northwest Arkansas. Visit

Operations Manager Ken Gardner from Rendezvous Junction

Rogers, the destination marketing organization for

welcomed the group. Holding the event at the brewery showcases the

the City of Rogers and a division of the Rogers Lowell Area Chamber of

diversity of meeting spaces available to planners in Rogers. Many groups

Commerce, hosted the Northwest Arkansas Travel & Meeting Professionals

look to offsite venues for team building and social events, and the

(NWATMP) group to discuss “Meetings Industry Opportunities, Challenges

microbrewery features an upstairs space perfect for small groups.

and Trends.”

Promoting NWA as a Premier Destination Visit Rogers Executive Director and Chamber Executive Vice President

Event Programming Featured Panel of Experts The group heard from a panel of planners and suppliers that discussed a variety of meeting topics including effective pre-event communication

J. R. Shaw noted the value of gathering professionals together in pursuit

strategies, event design and production trends and changes, the latest food

of common goals. “This group both supports and competes with each

and beverage trends, and future opportunities for collaboration between

other, while consistently promoting the region as a premier destination for

groups and destination marketing organizations. Thanks to Brooklyn Shelor

meeting, conventions, and groups. The collective knowledge and ingenuity

from Tyson Foods, Jennifer Stewart from K+K Veterinary Supplies, and

in the room raises everybody’s game, and the networking and contacts

Heather Fox from the Embassy Suites & Rogers Convention Center for their

forge meaningful friendships and collaboration.”

contributions to an insightful, informative session.

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The Countdown to Launching a Successful Future!

The future of our community looks incredibly bright, and one of the reasons is thanks to Launch. Launch is the career and technical education program at Rogers Public Schools. It equips students with the skills and knowledge needed for life after high school, whether that’s enrolling in college or heading directly into the workforce. In this program, students get to: 10

Explore career interests

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Learn employability skills

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Develop a career pathway

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Begin classes in middle school

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Choose from more than 27career programs

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Earn concurrent credit

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Learn about high-skill, in-demand jobs

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Focus on Community is a monthly feature sharing news and information about the businesses and people who make the Rogers-Lowell Area a great place to live, work, play and invest.

Arkansas Parks Conducting Outdoor Recreation Participation Survey

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he Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism is conducting an online research survey about outdoor recreation in Arkansas. Information from this survey is helpful at the local and state levels to increase outdoor recreation opportunities, as Arkansas will receive resource appropriations from the National Land and Water Conservation Fund.

Take the survey then learn more about the Outdoor Recreation Grants Program by

visiting www.outdoorgrants.com.

Northwest Arkansas High Schools Ranked Among Best in Arkansas

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orthwest Arkansas is home to four of the top five public high

• Haas Hall Academy, Fayetteville

schools in Arkansas, according

• Founders Classical Academy, Bentonville

to the most recent rankings

• Bentonville High School, Bentonville

from U.S. News & World Report.

• Rogers New Technology High School, Rogers

Scores are determined by state test results,

graduation rates, college readiness, AP exam scores, and curriculum.

Northwest Arkansas schools that rank inside

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the top 10 include:

• Fayetteville High School East, Fayetteville • Bentonville West High School, Centerton View the full list of high school rankings here.

BITE NW Arkansas Returns with Expanded Event Series Throughout the Region

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vent organizers have announced that the BITE NW Arkansas

“We are thrilled for the return of the BITE NW Arkansas and look

food festival will return this Summer and Fall as a three-part

forward to celebrating the many diverse cultures here in the region through

event series in conjunction with the Walmart NW Arkansas

food, art and music,” stated Donna Morris, EVP and Chief People Officer

Championship presented by P&G. The series will feature

at Walmart. “Through the platform of the food festival, we are proud to

events in Downtown Rogers (July 29), Springdale (September

continue our efforts to create convening events for the region and to help

1) and on-site at Pinnacle Country Club (September 23-25) during #NWAChampionship Week.

Since the event’s inception in 2015, the festival has celebrated the region’s best cuisines, restaurants, and chefs, giving attendees an elevated

make Northwest Arkansas an increasingly inclusive community.”

Ticket Information Tickets for all three BITE NW Arkansas events are now on sale. Tickets

culinary experience in their own backyard. Traditionally, held in one location

for the July 29 and September 1 events are available for $35, offering food

during #NWAChampionship Week, the expanded series will move to various

and drinks samples from more than 30 local restaurants and brands. Tickets

locations throughout the region with both daytime and evening culinary

for the BITE Experience @ the LPGA are available for $45, which include

experiences for the community to enjoy.

daily grounds access to the #NWAChampionship in addition to food and

#BITENWA Kicks Off in Downtown Rogers The 2022 #BITENWA Event Series will kick off in Downtown Rogers on

drink sampling.

“NW Arkansas has always held a special place in my heart, and I am excited to see an expanded role for BITE in the community in 2022,” said

Friday, July 29 with a one-night event at Frisco Plaza, followed by a one-

Brian Williams, P&G Vice President, Sam’s Club Team. “The three-part event

night event on Thursday, September 1 at The Jones Center in Springdale.

series gives visibility to the diverse community already here and provides an

The series will conclude with the BITE Experience @ the LPGA, held as part

opportunity to spotlight an even wider array of local talent.”

of the LPGA tournament at Pinnacle Country Club, Friday, September 23 – Sunday, September 25.

Visit www.BITENWA.com or follow Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to stay up to date with events, news, and information.

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Circle of Life Announces Purchase of Land to Accommodate Growth

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ircle of Life has announced the purchase of nine acres of

Hub for Outpatient Services The new facility will become the hub for

undeveloped land at the corner

all outpatient services. It will include office

of Goad Springs Road and

and meeting space for the physicians, nurses,

Metro Plaza in Lowell to expand certified nursing assistants, social workers,

outpatient services in Northwest Arkansas.

“Due to significant growth within the

community. We are committed to growing as an organization alongside the region and to continue doing so for many years to come.”

Circle of Life will launch a capital campaign initiative to raise philanthropic support for the

chaplains, and volunteers who provide care

new outpatient facility and hospice programs.

for Circle of Life patients throughout Benton,

“We look forward to working with donors and

region and the number of patients cared for in

Washington, Carroll, and Madison counties. The

the others within the community to ensure the

their homes by the Circle of Life team, we have

building will also provide additional warehouse

best end-of-life care for our families, friends,

outgrown our current home-service location

space for medical equipment and supplies

and neighbors when they need us the most,”

and plan to build a larger facility on the

provided to patients in home settings.

shared Mrs. Grubbs.

new property in Lowell. The land is centrally

Catherine Grubbs, Circle of Life CEO, stated

Circle of Life is a non-profit 501(c)(3)

located with easy access to I-49 to serve our

that “the purchase of this land ensures that our

organization providing compassionate end-of-

community even better,” explained Board

team can continue providing the exceptional care

life care. More information about Circle of Life

Chairman Hector Gonzalez.

we are known for within the Northwest Arkansas

can be found at www.nwacircleoflife.com.

“Over 90% of our patients live in their homes, assisted living centers, and nursing homes while receiving hospice care, so this facility will support a large portion of the business.”

– Hector Gonzalez

Circle of Life Board Chairman

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Samaritan Community Center Breaks Ground on New Southeast Rogers Location

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amaritan Community Center (SCC)

clients at a single location. We’re also expanding

has announced the construction of

our Samaritan Dental Clinic, increasing cold

a $16.6 million project in southeast

storage so we can serve more healthy fresh foods,

Rogers. 75% of funds have been

and developing our current 1/3-acre garden

raised to build a 40,000 square foot

into a three-acre farm for a more sustainable

building and three-acre farm. On May 18, SCC

future. This project will benefit everyone in the

held a groundbreaking ceremony at the new

Northwest Arkansas community.”

property location at 2910 S. 8th St. Executive Director Debbie Rambo said, “One

Several challenge grants are available to match donations $1 for $1 to double the financial

of the most important things about this project

impact. For more information about the SCC

is our collaborative care center where local

building project or to donate visit www.samcc.

nonprofits can come together to better serve our

org/build-now/.

Learn More and Register for a Booth Today! | www.RogersLowell.com

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New Weekday Morning Weather Anchor Majestic Storm

Majestic Storm Named Weekday Morning Weather Anchor, Emma Claybrook Named Weekend Morning Anchor at KHBS/KHOG-TV

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New Weekend Morning Anchor Emma Claybrook

ajestic Storm has been

app, 40/29 Get Ready Weather has viewers

she’s behind the anchor desk or reporting from

named weekday morning

covered 24/7.”

the field.”

weather anchor at KHBS/

Majestic is a graduate of Washington State

Emma is originally from Joplin, Missouri

KHOG-TV, the Hearst

University in Pullman, Washington. Additionally,

and graduated from the University of Missouri’s

Television ABC and CW

Majestic is currently enrolled at Mississippi

School of Journalism with a degree in TV

affiliates serving the Fayetteville and Fort Smith,

State University, where she’s working toward

Reporting/Anchoring.

Arkansas television market.

her Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology.

Majestic has been forecasting weather for more than three years in Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Each weekday,

In college, Emma worked as a reporter and

Majestic began her morning forecasting on 40/29

anchor at KOMU 8 News, the NBC affiliate in

News Sunrise in May.

Columbia, Missouri, where she covered stories

Emma Claybrook has been named weekend

like the Duck Boat tragedy in Branson and

she covered weather for two hours on “Good

morning anchor for 40/29 News. Emma joined

a rally for President Donald Trump. She also

Day” at KAYU in Spokane, WA and forecasted an

the 40/29 News Team as a Multimedia Journalist

worked as a reporter at New Europe, a political

additional two hours on “Wake Up Montana.”

in June of 2019.

newspaper in Brussels, Belgium where she

“Majestic’s addition enhances our

“Emma’s energy and personality will be

learned all about the European Union and its

commitment to provide the most comprehensive

a great addition to the anchor desk,” said

weather coverage around the clock,” said KHBS/

Clement. “Emma’s willingness to go the extra

KHOG-TV News Director, Colleen Clement. She

mile stands out, and I’m confident she’ll bring

hike, and, most of all, cruise on the lake in Bella

adds, “Whether it’s on-air, online or our mobile

that same commitment to Sunrise whether

Vista with her family.

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political system.

In her free time, Emma loves to read, cook,

Rogers Business Owners Participating in Hoka Hey Charitable Motorcycle Challenge

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armers Insurance Agent Rick McLeod and his brother, Mike McLeod of Mike’s Auto Works, are again participating in the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge, a 10,000-mile, multi-state motorcycle ride created to provide participants with an opportunity to test their endurance, patience and skill while

facing and overcoming obstacles along the way. This year they are raising funds for the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank and have a goal of $10,000.

Organized by the Medicine Show LLC, the Hoka Hey was founded on the Lakota Sioux principle of WOLAKOTA and the event celebrates all that

“Given Rick and Mike’s goal of $10,000, we have the potential of distributing 80,000 meals to our neighbors in need. In addition to the money raised the exposure of our mission that comes through something like Hoka Hey is equally important.”

– Kent Eikenberry

President/CEO of the NWA Food Bank

is pure and powerful in the warrior spirit. The theme of this year’s ride is “Remember.” The Lakota word is “KIKSUYA” which suggests we all have an

You can support their ride by: 1) making a donation to the NWA Food

inherent and ancient memory of community and compassion, respect,

Bank in the name of the McLeod Brothers Hoka Hey Ride or 2) following

harmony, peace, and friendship. In 2020, riders raised over $500,000 for

them on the Hoka Hey tracker, and liking and following their Facebook

charities across the country.

Page: McLeod Brothers’ Hoka Hey Adventure.

In 2020, Hoka Hey riders came through Northwest Arkansas with

“The Northwest Arkansas Food Bank is heavily dependent on our

a checkpoint at Pig Trail Harley-Davidson in Rogers. Both McLeods had

community partners,” said Kent Eikenberry, President/CEO of the NWA Food

welcome parties for their arrivals. Rick had a little more attention from the

Bank. “With every dollar donated, we can provide up to eight meals.”

local dealer than anticipated when his bike, “Betty,” broke down in west

The kickoff date is June 26 from Rapid City, South Dakota. The next

Texas and his wife, Naomi, was tasked with purchasing a new bike and the

checkpoint is Olathe, Kansas followed by a checkpoint in Boise, Idaho and

Pig Trail team delivered it to him allowing him to finish the ride in 13 days.

the ride will end in Hot Springs, South Dakota.

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DOWNTOWN MERCHANT NEWS

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Cirro Studio & Nola’s Pantry Energizing Downtown Development

hat was once an auto parts store in a 6,500 S.F. building at the corner of W. Chestnut and N. 1st St. is now energized with

three new businesses and a fourth soon to be announced. This feature article highlights two of those downtown businesses.

Cirro Studio The southwest corner of the property is the new home of Cirro Studio. Co-owners, Monica McCleary and Jessy Duque create fine wood furniture and housewares, keeping a high focus on detail with an emphasis on design. Using traditional furniture-making practices, they take pride constructing beautiful heirloom quality wood furniture that is inspired by the functionality of the Shakers and minimalism of the Danish modern design movement. ”Made by hand. Feel at home.” is the couple’s motto when it comes to their passion for creating beautiful furniture. “We design and build fine wood furniture and home goods, made by hand, and with every piece our desired result is for the owner to feel at home, at ease, and at peace,” explains McCleary. “Our goal is to help folks create a space in their home, office, or business, where they can feel like it is their sanctuary.” They have a furniture collection available in store where customers can buy furniture made to order and customize according to dimension and wood species.

In addition to creating wood pieces, they also have a passion for teaching others the craft of woodworking and reducing the barrier of entry into the craft. Monica is a woodworking instructor and is enthusiastic about creating safe learning spaces while sharing her talent for woodworking and design with future makers, including women and LGBTQ+ within the craft community. Monica and Jessy offer woodworking classes and provide space for the creative community to offer classes.

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September 16, 2022 QUICK SUMMARY

Registration for Morning Flight | 7:00 a.m.

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

Registration for Afternoon Flight | 12:00 p.m.

Two (2) flight times | 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Four (4) People per Team | $500 per Team Hole Sponsor without a Team | $300 Hole Sponsor with a Team | $750

Treat Yourself, Reward Employees & Say Thank You to Clients Join us for the 2022 Chamber Golf Tournament.

This is a four-person scramble with shotgun start times of 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at The Creeks Golf & RV Resort. The tournament is a fun day for Chamber members to come together, compete for prizes and network with other players. It’s a great way to treat yourself, reward company employees and say thank you to special clients on the golf course.

Nola’s Pantry Adjacent to Cirro Studio is Nola’s Pantry, a new Downtown Rogers eatery and specialty retail

A Fun Day | Contests & Prizes, Snacks, Beverages & Delicious Food Players can test their skills in the hole-in-one, longest drive, closest-to-the-pin and putting

store. Nola’s Pantry aims to create a fun culinary adventure with breakfast, lunch and happy hour

contests. Prizes will be awarded for top finishing

menus featuring unique food and spices from around the world. Co-owners Bill and Alicen Rumsey

team and individual contest winners. Each golfer

describe themselves as foodies and adventurers who are constantly in search of new flavors. “We’re

will receive complimentary beverages and snacks.

always on the lookout for something new, something different, something unexpected but forever

Breakfast will be served for the morning golfers.

delicious,” said Alicen.

Lunch will be served to every golfer.

The retail side of the business specializes in small batch items and goods, including unique bulk spices, rubs, hot sauces, jams, honey, granola, tea, coffee, gourmet kitchen items, gifts, and pantry accessories. The cafe offers a selection of grab-n-go items including sandwiches, salads,

Sponsorships Available Now Not a golfer? Sponsoring the 2022 Chamber

soups, smoothies, and skewers plus charcuterie boards. All items are available for dine in but being

Golfer Tournament is an effective, low-cost way to

conveniently located on the Railyard Loop on 1st St., Roger’s newest bike connection, they also offer

promote your company and raise your company’s

carryout as well as the convenience of a ride-up/walk-up window.

profile in the community. Sponsorship packages

Nola’s Pantry was launched out of a commitment toward educating Northwest Arkansas about

include the opportunity to reach all golf

finding a healthier way to eat using spices, healthy fats, unrefined salts and sugars. Their mission is to

participants and be recognized by the Chamber.

encourage meals that offer more veggies, less animal protein, and fewer carbs while creating dishes

Contact the Chamber’s Member Services Team

that pack a punch of flavor using small batch ingredients.

at (479) 636-1240 or email MemberServices@

The couple believes it is important to “try before you buy” so many of their menu items contain ingredients sold in the retail space. They strive for an interactive experience, and they encourage questions about their products. “We are passionate about creating a gathering place for the community to keep on encouraging each other, be thoughtful and do helpful things,” explained Alicen.

RogersLowell.com for sponsorship details.

Learn more and register today at

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Walmart AMP Announces Diverse Mix of New Performances for 2022

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he Walmart AMP (Arkansas Music Pavilion) recently announced

Backstreet Boys | June 17 The DNA World Tour has already visited five

Known for his stadium shows, performing to

upcoming concerts that will bring

continents, and the group’s fans across the globe

more than a million fans each summer of touring,

headlining performers to Rogers this

have made this outing extremely special.

leading The Wall Street Journal to deem him “The

year. Below are shows that have been

added within the last few months:

CHEER Live with Special Appearance

by Monica Aldama | June 8 Features 14-time national champion coach and best-selling author, Monica Aldama alongside cheer stars such as Gabi Butler and

King of the Road.”

Fitz and the Tantrums & St. Paul and The Broken Bones with Devon Gilfillian Outlaw Music Festival with Willie | June 23 Nelson & Family, Brothers Osborne, Multi-Platinum® artists Fitz and the Tantrums Steve Earle & The Dukes, and Allison have quickly grown from independent upstarts to Russell | July 1 bonafide hitmakers.

Morgan Simianer.

Cody Johnson | June 25

Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band | June 9

electrifying stage presence, COJO Music /

Singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett has been regaling audiences for over five decades with songs about the faces and places he’s seen during his lifetime journey along the road less travelled.

Steely Dan with Snarky Puppy | June 10 Steely Dan was formed nearly five decades ago and has captivated millions of fans for years with a unique fusion of jazz-rock.

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Known for his explosive live shows and Warner Music Nashville Platinum recording artist Cody Johnson has established a following of passionately loyal fans.

ZZ Top | June 29 ZZ Top are readying a new album titled RAW

Willie will be live and in concert with his family and friends at the Walmart AMP.

Fireworks Spectacular with Symphony of Northwest Arkansas & Paul Haas, Music Director | July 4 The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (SoNA) was founded in 1954 and has provided over 60 years of musical performances and educational opportunities. Under the musical direction of Paul Haas, SoNA presents classical

that was recorded in connection with the band’s

and pops performances for symphonic music

wildly popular and critically lauded 2019 Netflix

lovers in Northwest Arkansas and is a resident

documentary That Little Ol’ Band From Texas.

company of Walton Arts Center.

View a full list of shows or purchase tickets at waltonartscenter.org/amp.

Railyard Live Concert Series Underway in Downtown Rogers

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oming off the success of the 2021 concert series that sparked a significant increase in visitors to Downtown Rogers, Railyard Live is building on the inaugural season and releasing an expanded lineup for 2022. The concert series introduced itself last year as a cultural draw, filling downtown with live music and entertainment on the Butterfield Stage.

Discover the Railyard Entertainment District The downtown area offers plenty of free parking, local shops, and eateries that are set among historic architecture and charming brick-lined streets. As part of the Railyard Entertainment District, Butterfield Stage serves beer and wine and allows guests to bring drinks from participating nearby restaurants. Read more at VisitRogersArkansas.com.

Events Are Free but Require Registration This year, Railyard Live is ready to grow its audience and solidify the series as a top “thing to do” in

June Lineup June 3 - Boom Kinetic June 4 – JukeBoxx Party Band June 10 – The Uncrowned Kings June 11 - Ultra Suede June 17 - The Ultimate Prince Tribute June 18 - The Fabulous Freddie Mercury Tribute June 24 - Barrett Baber June 25 - Leah & the Mojo Doctors All June shows begin at 8:00 p.m. A full season

Northwest Arkansas. The 2022 season schedule runs each weekend until September 24. Entry to each

lineup, ticket information and directions can be

event is free, however, each guest must register to reserve a spot and show proof of registration upon

found at www.railyardlive.com.

entry. The Railyard Live venue is located at 101 East Cherry St. in Downtown Rogers.

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NEW MEMBERS | April 2022 BEAVER LAKE BISTRO

14528 E. Hwy 12 | Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 372-6554 | http://beaverlakebistro.com Restaurants

CABI

Rogers, AR 72758 (318) 245-0020 | https://whitneydewees.cabionline.com Boutiques & Specialty Shops

COUNTRY INN AND SUITES

4304 W. Walnut St. | Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 633-0055 | www.countryinns.com/bentonvillear Hotels/Motels

DUCK DONUTS (COMING SOON)

2301 W. Pleasant Grove Rd., Ste. 109 | Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 925-5856 Coffee Houses

EMERALD RECRUITING GROUP

5417 W. Pinnacle Pointe Dr., Ste. 404 | Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 553-7260 | http://theemeraldrecruitinggroup.com Employment Agencies/Services

FLAT BRANCH HOME LOANS

2113 S. 54th St., Ste. 3 | Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 715-4339 | https://flatbranchhomeloans.com Mortgage Loans & Bankers

GOODWIN RECRUITING

Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 275-0439 | www.goodwinrecruiting.com Employment Agencies/Services

JENNY CRAIG

5208 Village Pkwy., Ste. 7 | Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 271-6600 | www.jennycraig.com Weight Control

LEOPARD & LUSH BOUTIQUE

3939 S. Grand Ave., Ste. D106 | Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 553-7273 | https://leopardandlush.com Boutiques & Specialty Shops

MICAH’S HOUSE NWA

1110 W. Elm St. | Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 282-0928 | www.micahshousenwa.org Organizations

MYCELIUM NETWORKS

ROCKY BRANCH VACATION HOME

20370 Park Rd. | Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 295-4759 | https://rockybranchvacationhome.com Vacation Rentals - Homes

SPORT CLIPS

2301 W. Pleasant Grove Rd., Ste. 108 | Rogers, AR 72758 (479) 203-9386 | www.haircutmenrogerscryeleikecenterar.com Hair Salons

TUNE LLC

5211 W. Village Pkwy., Ste. 101 | Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 599-9431 | www.tunefilters.com Manufacturers

VONNICE BOONE CONSULTING

525 S. School Ave. | Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 579-9577 | https://myceliumnetworks.com Computer Services

Cave Springs, AR 72718 (202) 369-2933 | www.vonniceboone.com Consulting - Business & Management

OZARK GROUP/KW MARKET PRO REALTY

WILD BEAVER PRINT SHOP AT BENTONVILLE COPY & SHIP

3105 N.E. 11th St. | Bentonville, AR 72712 (870) 280-8270 | www.facebook.com/OGRENWA Real Estate - Commercial and Residential

PTY TAXES & MORE

902A S. Walton Blvd., Ste. 1-2 | Bentonville, AR 72712 (479) 273-3987 | https://wildbeaverprintshop.com Printing Services

1715 S 8th St. | Rogers, AR 72756 (479) 202-9233 | FIND US ON FACEBOOK Accounting & Tax Service

RAPID RESULTS DIAGNOSTICS

400 N. Walton Blvd., Suite A | Bentonville, AR 72712 (479) 553-7229 | www.rapidresultsnwa.com Lab Testing

April 2022

APEX TITLE & CLOSING

5102 W. PAULINE WHITAKER PKWY., ROGERS 28

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CIRRO STUDIO

103 W. CHESTNUT ST., STE. 101, ROGERS

Ribbon Cutting Sponsor

CONEXION DE NEGOCIOS LATINOS 2250 W. SUNSET AVE., STE. #8, SPRINGDALE

April 2022

Ribbon Cutting Sponsor

CRUMBL COOKIES

FIVE RINGS FINANCIAL

FLAT BRANCH HOME LOANS

FOX TRAIL DISTILLERY

LEOPARD & LUSH BOUTIQUE

PROMENADE COMMONS

4307 S. PLEASANT CROSSING BLVD., STE. 102, ROGERS

2121 S. BELLVIEW ROAD, ROGERS

704 SOUTH MAIN ST., STE. B, GROVE, OK

3939 S. GRAND AVE., STE. D106, ROGERS

2113 S. 54TH ST., STE. 3, ROGERS

750 S. PROMENADE BLVD., ROGERS

SIEBENMORGEN & ASSOCIATES 2106 S. 54TH ST., STE. 1, ROGERS

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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS | April 2022 30+ YEARS Kennametal Inc. - 69 years Pel-Freez, LLC - 69 years Cox Communications - 61 years Walmart Supercenter Store #0001 - 60 years Carroll Electric Cooperative Corporation - 59 years Crafton Tull - 59 years Prairie Creek Development - 58 years APAC - Central, Inc. - 56 years Preformed Line Products Company - 53 years Nabholz Construction - 49 years Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette - 46 years Al McCarty Jewelers - 43 years Matthews, Campbell, Rhoads, McClure & Thompson, P.A. - 42 years Prairie Creek Marina - 42 years Simmons Bank - 42 years Dolle Electric - 40 years Jiffy Kwick - 39 years Sonic Drive-In #1247 - 38 years Beaver Water District - 37 years Open Avenues - 36 years Beaver Lake Aviation - 35 years Fayetteville Mechanical Contractors, Inc. - 33 years Pea Ridge National Military Park - 33 years Pinnacle Country Club - 33 years Vantine, Barrett & VanWinkle CPA’s, PLLC - 33 years WSP Inc. Packaging & Distribution Specialists - 33 years TitleTech Title & Closing - 31 years Wittenberg, Delony & Davidson - 31 years

21-30 YEARS Arkansas Public Theatre Assembled Products Corporation Beaver Lake Realty, Inc. Clack Corporation Confidential Business Intermediaries (CBI) Team Cross Church Pinnacle Hills First Baptist Church of Rogers The Friendly Bookstore Dr. Karla Gaines, DDs Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Hudson Appraisals, Inc. Immanuel Baptist Church Jeff Wisener & Darron Cooper & Chris Fergus Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Jones Janitorial Services, Inc.

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My Other Mother Child Care Center & Pre-School New Hope Boarding & Grooming Ridout Lumber Yard Sharp’s Show of War Eagle State Farm Insurance - Karen Williams Tallchamps, LLC Unilever Upchurch Electrical Supply Company Wellington Place Apartments

11-20 YEARS Aaron’s Sales & Leasing ABC Happy Kids Learning Academy ABC Supply Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas Arkansas Children’s Hospital Foundation Arkansas Musicworks, LLC Arrowhead Boat Sales Bayer HealthCare Bentonville Glass Inc. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Solutions Real Estate Casey Lock & Key, Inc. Cold Stone Creamery Community Clinic Rogers Dental Core Architects Crye-Leike Realtors Don’s Cold Storage & Transportation Flake & Kelley Commercial Northwest Frost, PLLC George’s Inc. Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas Guardian IBS - Integrated Business Solutions LLC Harding University Northwest Arkansas Harps Food Store #117 Highlands Oncology Group, P.A. Homewood Suites by Hilton House of Prayer Hull Dermatology & Aesthetics Jamestown Nursing & Rehabilitation The Kar Shop Kendrick Fincher Hydration for Life MainStay Suites McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. McGhee Insurance NWA N.O.S.S. Inc./In-N-Out Screening Services, Inc. NOARK NWA Human Resource Associates

Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter NWA Restore It Pinnacle Car Services Saving Grace, Inc. Smile Shoppe Pediatric Dentistry Rogers Smith Family Clinic State Farm Insurance - Bryan Lewis Straight’s Lawn & Garden SumnerOne Taco Bell Team Direct Management U.S. Small Business Administration WealthPath Investment Advisors

6-10 YEARS Clark Contractors, LLC Core States Group Custom Design Hair Del Monte Foods, Inc. El Pueblo Market #1 Equity Bank EVT - Enterprise Vision Technologies Grand Savings Bank H2Ozarks Heartland Pharmacy IDK?Cafe Kurt Puttkammer Homes Kutak Rock LLP Martinez Law Firm, PLLC Newk’s Eatery Nothing Bundt Cakes Onyx Coffee Lab Ozark Mountain Trading Co. & Outfitters Ozark Regional Vein Center & Renew Aesthetics at Pinnacle Point Peterbilt PacLease/Larson Transportation Rausch Coleman Homes SoNA/Symphony of Northwest Arkansas Souls Harbor of Rogers, Inc. Tech Machinery, LLC Walter’s Boot & Shoe Repair Women’s Health Associates

2-5 YEARS AFS - Business Solutions and Call Center Operations America’s Car-Mart Anderson Engineering, Inc.

Beaver Lake Outdoor Cener Business and Industry Training Center Pointe West Apartment Homes Chapel Ridge of Springdale Comfort Systems USA (Arkansas), Inc. Consumers Supply Distributing D & A Roadside Service FHB Ventures Harpwater Company The Higher Calling Agency, Inc. DBA Geico Local Office - NW Arkansas Jene’ Huffman-Gilreath Java Dudes Coffee Company Jeffries Eye Associates Life.Church MANA Family Medicine Onin Staffing Pinnacle Wealth Management Precision Door Service of NWA Promenade Health and Rehab Renewing Grace Together Rock Mortgage RockHouse Industries, Inc. Saint Andrews’s Episcopal Church Stratice Surfco Restoration & Construction LLC T-Mobile Trailblazers+ETHIC Washington Regional Urgent Care Woodridge Retail Group Workman’s Travel Center Lowell/The Ozark Mountain Grill

1 YEAR Beyond the Ozarks, LLC Eureka Springs Independent Newspaper/Fun Guide Frisco Storage LLC Heypex Global Inc. Hudson/Hawk Barber & Shop ImageWorks Commercial Interiors Mister Sparky Natural State Pest Control NOF Technologies

Chamber Business Connect & 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.

SPECIAL NOTE** | Participants of Events, Meetings & Gatherings As Northwest Arkansas gets back to business, the safety of our staff

With this in mind, see some of our events below with requirements

and our community is the number one priority. We want to ensure you

for in-person attendance or notes about ways to attend virtually. Be sure

that we take public health very seriously. In compliance with the health

to check RogersLowell.com, review our eNewsletters (Monday Memo and

directives and guidelines issued by Governor Asa Hutchinson and the

Calendar at a Glance), and follow us on social media for updates about our

Arkansas Department of Health, we are taking the necessary steps to slow

events and meetings as well as developments that might affect business in

the spread of COVID-19 and protect those of high risk.

Northwest Arkansas.

Every Wednesday

Presented By | Equity Business Solutions June Host Sponsor | Pure Neurology Consulting

Location | Golden Corral Address | 2605 W Pleasant Crossing Dr., Rogers

JUN

09

Location | Downtown Rogers Businesses About the event | Art on the Bricks Art Walk showcases the art of regional artists while enhancing the artistic and cultural opportunities in Downtown Rogers.

JUN

06

Topic | “How to Grow Any Business with Bikes, Blues & BBQ Rally Event and Tourists”

Presenter | Startup Junkie Foundation Address | Supply Chain Hall of Fame

JUN

07

Topic | “Setting Up and Managing Your Business” Presenters | Compass Business Solutions LLC Address | 317 W. Walnut St., Rogers

5111 W. JB Hunt Dr., Rogers

JUN

14

Presented By | Dalby Dental Care & SERVPRO

Location | Natural State Pest Control Address | 223 E. Monroe Ave, Lowell

JUN

16

Presented By | Matrix Racquet Club Hosted By | Cushman & Wakefield | Sage Partners Address | The CoFounder 5001 W. Founders Way, Ste. 100, Rogers

JUN

23

Topic | “The ‘How’ of Implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Your Workplace”

Presenter | Startup Junkie Foundation Address | Supply Chain Hall of Fame 5111 W. J.B. Hunt Drive, Rogers

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