Chamber Voice Newsletter | October 2018 by Rogers Lowell Chamber

OCTOBER2018 | Vol 13 Issue 10

2018 GENERAL

ELECTION GUIDE Election Day November 6

here are five issues on the ballot this year. Issues one and two were referred to voters by the legislature. Issues three, four, and five were initiated acts that gathered the appropriate number of signatures required for placement on the ballot. There are seven contested races for the Arkansas State House of Representatives and one contested race for the Arkansas State Senate in Benton County this year. The RogersLowell Area Chamber of Commerce will host candidate forums for these races at 6:00 p.m. on October 4 and October 11. These forums will be held in the City Council Chambers downtown at Rogers City Hall. Early voting begins October 22 and Election Day is November 6.

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Events and Meetings

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2018 General Election Guide Continued

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Six New Directors Join Board for 2019 – 2021

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2018 General Election Guide Continued

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Career & Technical Education Introducing Students to Career Opportunities

Small Business Corner – Doing Business in Rogers & Lowell; Small Business of the Third Quarter

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Fall 2018 Guide | NWA Crafts Fairs

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2018 General Election Guide Continued

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Welcome New Members | August 2018; Chamber Night at the Rogers School Board of Education on October 16 Ribbon Cuttings | August 2018; Chamber Staff Member Honored with AEDCE’s Outstanding Economic Developer Recognition Chamber Membership Renewals | August 2018

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Details on October Chamber Events Focus on the Community – Beaver Water District’s Annual Secchi Day and Other Stories from Around the Community

Chamber Networking & Educational Events

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quick reference calendar | OCTOBER Business Building Events

Upcoming Meetings

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10.3 | NWA Fall Job Fair 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Frisco Station Mall in Rogers

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

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Rogers-Lowell Area

10.4 | Women in Public Service Forum 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas

Chamber of Commerce

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317 West Walnut Street

10.5 | Fall Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. tee times | Lost Springs Golf & Athletic Club

Rogers, Arkansas 72756

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10.9 | Coffee Connection 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Nothing Bundt Cakes

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

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

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10.16 | 2018 Chamber Night Reception at the Rogers School Board of Education 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | District Administration Building

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10.18 | Business After Hours 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Epoch Men's Health

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

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10.24 | Chamber University – Topic: "Hot Button HR Issues: Compliance Considerations for Every Workplace" 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

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10.29 | 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. Postmaster send address changes to: Rogers-Lowell Area

Chamber of Commerce Newsletter 317 West Walnut, Rogers, AR 72756.

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

2018 DIRECTORS

Chairman of the Board Eric Pianalto, Mercy NWA

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

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

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 Larry Cooper, Embassy Suites NWA 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

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2019 DIRECTORS

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

Greg Hines, Mayor, City of Rogers Tom Hopper, Tallchamps, LLC Dr. Evelynn Jorgenson, NWACC Peter Lane, Walton Arts Center 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 - Larry Cooper

AUDIT COMMITTEE

Jill Bright, Jon Harrell, & David Vaden

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2018 Ballot Issues Issue 1* - AN AMENDMENT CONCERNING CIVIL LAWSUITS AND THE POWERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND SUPREME COURT TO ADOPT COURT RULES. This is what is commonly referred to as the “Tort Reform” amendment. Issue 1 proposes limiting contingency fees collected by attorneys and places a cap on punitive and non-economic damages awarded in lawsuits. This proposal also allows the state legislature to pass laws amending or repealing a rule of pleading, practice, or procedure established by the Supreme Court with a vote of 3/5 of each house, and it also provides for the state legislature to pass laws creating a rule of pleading, practice or procedure with a vote of 3/5 of each house. Issue 1 also makes changes to Amendment 80 that lower the number of votes needed by state legislators from 2/3 to 3/5 to abolish or change rules established by the Supreme Court related to Court of Appeals, Circuit Courts, District Courts and “referees, masters and magistrates.” *At the time of publication Issue 1 was on appeal to the Arkansas Supreme Court and the Court had not yet ruled on reinstating the issue to the ballot. Issue 2 - A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ADDING AS A QUALIFICATION TO VOTE THAT A VOTER PRESENT CERTAIN VALID PHOTOGRAPHIC IDENTIFICATION WHEN CASTING A BALLOT IN PERSON OR CASTING AN ABSENTEE BALLOT. This proposed amendment asks voters to change Article 3 of the Arkansas Constitution to amend the qualifications residents must meet in order to vote in an election in this state. If approved by voters, this amendment would:

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1. Require legislators to pass a law 3. Limit terms in the Arkansas Senate to two establishing that voters must present four-year terms for a total of eight years photo identification before receiving a over a lifetime. ballot to vote in person. Residents voting 4. Prohibit legislators from serving more than by way of an absentee ballot would be 10 years in the General Assembly required to enclose a copy of a valid photo 5. Include all two-year terms, four-year terms, identification with their ballot. and full years of partial terms resulting 2. Require legislators to establish what from special elections in the overall 10-year photographic identification voters may use. limit that would be put into place under 3. Require the state to issue photo this amendment. identification at no charge to a voter who 6. Apply the lifetime limits to all terms served does not have identification that meets the by legislators on or after Jan. 1, 1993, with requirements established by legislators. the exception of allowing legislators to 4. Allow a voter without valid photo complete their term even if it puts them identification to vote using a provisional over the 10-year limit. ballot, with the ballot counting only if the 7. Prohibit legislators from proposing voter follows the steps required by state constitutional amendments to change law to certify the ballot. term limits for the General Assembly. 5. Allow legislators to create exceptions to the requirement that voters show valid photo Issue 4 – AN AMENDMENT TO REQUIRE FOUR identification when voting in person or LICENSES TO BE ISSUED FOR CASINO GAMING through absentee ballot. AT CASINOS, ONE EACH IN CRITTENDEN 6. Require voters to comply with all additional (TO SOUTHLAND RACING CORPORATION), laws regulating elections necessary for GARLAND (TO OAKLAWN JOCKEY CLUB, INC.), their vote to be counted. POPE, AND JEFFERSON COUNTIES This amendment asks voters to add a Issue 3 – ARKANSAS TERM LIMITS AMENDMENT section to the Arkansas Constitution to authorize This amendment asks voters to change term four casinos to operate in the state. If approved limits for the General Assembly as described in by voters, this amendment would: Amendment 73 of the Arkansas Constitution, 1. Authorize four casinos to operate in the and to prohibit legislators from further altering state, one in Jefferson County within two these term limits. If approved by the voters, this miles of Pine Bluff, one in Pope County amendment would: within two miles of Russellville, one at 1. Repeal existing term limits of 16 years or adjacent to Oaklawn Jockey Club in 2. Limit terms in the Arkansas House of Garland County, and one at or adjacent Representatives to three two-year terms for to Southland Racing Corporation in a total of six years over a lifetime. Crittenden County.

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...Continued from Page 3 2. Define what type of casino gaming may occur at the four casinos. 3. Prohibit people under 21 from gambling. 4. Assign the Arkansas Racing Commission to regulate the licensing and operation of the casinos. 5. Require the legislature to enact laws and appropriate funds for use by the Arkansas Racing Commission. 6. Establish minimum requirements for who can receive casino licenses in Jefferson and Pope County and require licensees to conduct casino gaming for as long as they have a license. 7. Require Arkansas Racing Commission to fund and work with Department of Human Services to implement and administer compulsive gambling disorder educational programs.

8. Authorize the Arkansas Department of Human Services to make rules to administer compulsive gambling disorder educational programs. 9. Establish tax rates on casino gaming net receipts and how that revenue is distributed. 10. Require greyhound and horse raising operators to contribute to racing purses and awards and for Southland to set aside money for capital improvements to its racing facilities. 11. Allow the casinos to operate any day, all day. 12. Allow the casinos to serve alcohol during all hours in which gaming takes place, regardless of whether the casino is located in a dry city or county. 13. Require casinos purchase alcohol from a licensed Arkansas wholesaler.

2018 Candidate Capsules SENATE CANDIDATES Senate District 3

Incumbent | Senator Cecile Bledsoe (R)

Representative Lundstrum is seeking her third term in the House. She is from Elm Springs and is the President of Cypress Property Management. Mrs. Unger is a former Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Washington County and currently manages domestic and international Government and Trade Affairs for Simmons Pet Foods. Challenger | Jon Comstock (D)

Senator Bledsoe is running for re-election. Senator Bledsoe received the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Appreciation Award for votes she cast in support of the Northwest Arkansas Regional Legislative Agenda. Mr. Comstock is an attorney and former Judge.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CANDIDATES District 87 (Siloam Springs)

Incumbent | Representative Robin Lundstrum (R)

Challenger | Kelly Scott Unger (D)

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District 90 (Southwest Rogers, Lowell)

14. Permit the shipment of gaming devices to the casinos. 15. Establish that the amendment would not affect current laws regarding greyhound and horse racing, other gambling, bingos and raffles, the state scholarship lottery, or electronic games of skill. 16. Declare any state laws in conflict with this amendment would not apply to this amendment. Issue 5 - AN ACT TO INCREASE THE ARKANSAS MINIMUM WAGE This initiated act would increase the state minimum wage from $8.50 to $9.25 per hour on January 1, 2019, then to $10 per hour on January 1, 2020, and finally to $11 per hour on January 1, 2021.

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District 92 (Gravette, Decatur) Incumbent Representative Kim Hendren is retiring

Challenger | Gayla Hendren McKenzie (R)

Challenger | Chris Birch (D)

McKenzie is an attorney and is the Owner and Operator of KBVA-FM 106.5 in Bella Vista. Birch is also an attorney and a member of the Arkansas Air National Guard. Incumbent | Representative Jana Della Rosa (R)

Challenger | Kati McFarland (D)

Representative Della Rosa is from Rogers and is seeking her third term in the House. Della Rosa received the Legislative Appreciation Award from the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce for her votes during the 2017 legislative session. Kati McFarland is Della Rosa’s Democratic challenger. Della Rosa’s professional background includes working in the Walmart vendor community. McFarland is a musician and student pursuing a business management degree at the University of Arkansas.

District 93 (Bentonville)

Incumbent | Representative Jim Dotson (R)

Challenger | Gayatri Agnew (D)

Representative Jim Dotson is seeking his fourth term in the House. He is the current Co-Chair of the Arkansas Legislative Council and received the Legislative Appreciation Award from the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce

for his votes during the 2017 legislative session. Dotson is being challenged by Gayatri Agnew of Bentonville. Mrs. Agnew is employed as a Senior Director for Walmart Giving. Representative Dotson lists his occupation as a realtor with Gibson Real Estate. District 94 (Rogers)

Incumbent | Representative Rebecca Petty (R)

Challenger | Jene’ Huffman-Gilreath (D)

Representative Petty is seeking her third term in the House. She works as an advocate for children and crime victims. Petty received the Legislative Appreciation Award from the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce for her votes during the 2017 legislative session. Mrs. Gilreath is the Shared Services Manager for Rogers Water Utilities.

Benton County Early Voting Locations Voting Location

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COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE – BENTONVILLE

215 E. Central, Ste. 217 Bentonville, AR 72712

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 27 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) Oct. 29 – Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Nov. 3 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) Nov. 5 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

BENTON COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION

2109 W. Walnut Rogers, AR 72756

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 27 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Nov. 3 (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Nov. 5 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE – SILOAM SPRINGS

707 S. Lincoln Siloam Springs, AR 72761

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 27 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Nov. 3 (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Nov. 5 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

SILOAM SPRINGS COMMUNITY BUILDING

110 N. Mt. Olive St. Siloam Springs, AR 72761

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Nov. 5 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

FIRST LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH

206 SE 28th St. Bentonville, AR 72712

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

RIORDAN HALL

3 Riordan Rd. Bella Vista, AR 72714

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

BELLA VISTA FIRE STATION

101 Towncenter Bella Vista, AR 72714

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

INTRUST BANK

3300 Market, Ste. 130 Rogers, AR 72758

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

ROGERS-LOWELL AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (LOWELL OFFICE)

506 Enterprise Dr. Lowell, AR 72745

Oct. 22-26 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov.2 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

REACH CHURCH

900 W. Centerton Blvd. Centerton, AR 72719

Oct. 22-26 (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)

NEBCO COMMUNITY BUILDING

17823 Marshall St. Garfield, AR 72732

Oct. 22-26 (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)

GRAVETTE CIVIC CENTER

401 Charlotte St. SE Gravette, AR 72736

Oct. 22-26 (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) Oct. 29-Nov. 2 (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)

District 95 (Rogers)

Incumbent | Representative Austin McCollum (R)

Challenger | Celeste Williams (D)

Representative McCollum is seeking his second term in the House. McCollum received the Legislative Appreciation Award from the RogersLowell Area Chamber of Commerce for his votes during the 2017 legislative session. He is employed in finance and business analytics at Walmart. Mrs. Williams is a nurse practitioner. District 96 (Rogers)

Incumbent | Representative Grant Hodges (R)

Challenger | Christie Craig (D)

Representative Hodges is seeking his third term in the House. Hodges received the Legislative Appreciation Award from the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce for his votes during the 2017 legislative session. He is a consultant. Craig retired from Walmart and is completing her master’s degree at the University of Arkansas.

Locations, Hours, and Times listed here are only for early voting in the General Election. To view a list of the Election Day Vote Center locations for Benton County in the General Election, please go to the Benton County Election Commission website or type this link into your browser:

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Doing Business in Rogers & Lowell

you will find listings of regional, state and national resources. For local service providers, contact the Chamber for an up-to-date listing of attorneys, accountants, insurance agents, employment services, training providers, tax preparers, business brokers, consultants, financial advisors, banks, marketing and advertising agencies, and real estate agents. Download the Entrepreneur's Guide at rogerslowell.com/entrepreneurs-guide.html

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he Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the success of small businesses in our community. Small businesses serve as the foundation for our growing economy. To promote economic growth, the Chamber provides a variety of products and services you will find useful as tools in building and growing your small business. One of these tools is the Entrepreneur’s Guide. In each section of the Entrepreneur's Guide,

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Do You Have Open Positions? Post to the RogersLowell.com Job Bank The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce offers an online Job Bank available at no cost to members. The Job Bank enables members to post open positions along with job descriptions and requirements. This free service is available only to members, however, available jobs may be viewed by anyone visiting RogersLowell.com.

web.rogerslowell.com/jobbank

Small Business of the Quarter | Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar presented by |

ach quarter, the Small Business Council of the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes a local small business who has shown business success and demonstrated outstanding corporate citizenship by giving back to the community. Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant and Bar was chosen as Outstanding Small Business of the Quarter for the third quarter. Big Whiskey’s, a Chamber member in good standing, is located

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in Bentonville and often donates food to various non-profit events throughout Northwest Arkansas. A member of the Small Business Council noted, “I have yet to hear of them turning down a request to either donate food or gift cards to a non-profit event.” In addition, Big Whiskey’s holds charity nights where a portion of the evening’s sales are donated to a local non-profit. Congratulations to Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant and Bar on being named the Outstanding Small Business of the third quarter!

Career & Technical Education Introducing Students to Career Opportunities

artnerships with local business, industry, nonprofit organizations, municipal agencies and the community is a focus area of the Rogers Public Schools Career & Technical Education (CTE) department. Throughout the past four years, the number of new partnerships has continued to increase and existing partnerships have expanded to include even more opportunities for students and teachers to participate in authentic and relevant career and work-related experiences. These partnerships and experiences are an integral part of introducing students to a broad spectrum of career fields, as well as career opportunities within the Rogers community and surrounding region. Businesses, industries, nonprofits, agencies and the community are invited to attend the following CTE Education events scheduled in October. 4th Annual Career Connections Event October 15, 2018 | 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Rogers High School The goal of the Career Connections program

is to provide relevant information about CTE education for students, parents, educators, business/industry partners, and the community through engaging and informative activities that highlight each of the CTE programs offered to students. In addition to the program’s informational booths, the following are included in this year’s Career Connections event:

• The Be Pro Be Proud (mobile van) initiative, sponsored by the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and several state businesses, provides hands-on activities that focus on several career trades, including construction, welding, manufacturing, plumbing, etc • Student tours will be scheduled on October

15-16 for 8-12th grade students. K-12th grade students, parents, educators, business/industry and community members are also welcome to visit the Be Pro Be Proud mobile van from 4:30 p.m.--7:00 p.m. on October 15. The mobile van will be in the parking lot on the north side of the Rogers Public Schools building, which is located on the Heritage High School campus at 1114 S. 5th St. in Rogers. Fall Advisory Committee Meetings The Fall Advisory Committee Meetings will be held from 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. These meetings provide an opportunity for CTE teachers to meet with business and industry partners. The goal of the advisory committee meetings is to explore ways in which business partners can help support career education programs. This includes classroom presentations, information (related to workforce demands, desired employability and technical skills), career and work-related field trips, industry tours and business sponsored student events.

The Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders (NWAEL) has developed a certification program for board service to assist emerging leaders in pursuing leadership and service positions and to create a reputable source for organizations to recruit emerging talent to serve in leadership capacities.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS GLOBAL CAMPUS | 3300 MARKET ST., STE. 402, ROGERS $50 PER PERSON | REGISTER AT ROGERSLOWELL.COM The program will focus on four key areas of board service: commitments and expectations, legal and ethical considerations, finance, and fundraising. To register visit RogersLowell.com For more information about NWA Emerging Leaders visit NWAEmergingLeaders.com

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Six New Directors Join Board for 2019 – 2021

he Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome these individuals who will serve 3 year terms through 2021 on the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is the policymaking body of the Chamber, and its members represent a crosssection of the business and professional leadership in the community. Tom Allen | Sage Partners Tom Allen is Executive Vice President and Principal of Sage Partners. Tom has over 18 years experience in the commercial real estate industry with an emphasis on retail and office properties. With previous experience as a Real Estate Manager for Walmart, Tom has experience with site selection for big box retailers, disposition of outlots, and leasing/ subleasing commercial properties in 24 states in the central and eastern regions of the U.S. As Executive Vice President of Sage Partners, Tom is responsible for overseeing the Rogers brokerage office. Tom is a member of CCIM, ICSM; has been elected to the Benton County Quorum Court; and serves as a board member of Illinois River Watershed Partnerships (IRWP). Ron Branscum | Citizens Bank Ron Branscum is Executive Vice President and Northwest Arkansas Market President for Citizens Bank, and is based at Citizens Bank’s branch at 3350 Pinnacle Hills Parkway in Rogers. He has also served as President of Regional Therapy Services Inc. in Rogers, and has many years of experience in the financial industry, including the Arkansas State Bank Department. He is a graduate of the University of Colorado Graduate School of Banking, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting from the University of Central Arkansas. Branscum and his wife, Deedra, live in Rogers with their seven children: Cade, Parker, Payton, Carrie, Jeremiah, Caroline and Daniel. The family attends Boundless Grace Baptist Church in Rogers.

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He is a member of the Board of Trustees of Northwest Arkansas Community College, a current Board member of The Family Council and Blackwood Industries Inc., and a former member of the Board of the Benton County Children’s Advocacy Center.

cycling, Pilates, traveling and spending time with her spoiled cocker spaniel, Harley.

Tanya Smith | Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Tanya Smith is President and Co-Founder David Kimball | Benchmark Group, Inc. of Turpentine Creek Wildlife David Kimball is Refuge. Formed in 1992 President of Benchmark after Tanya and her parents, Group, an engineering and Don and Hilda Jackson, architecture firm located purchased 459 acres of land in Rogers. He has over 30 south of Eureka Springs, years of experience as an Arkansas, Turpentine Creek was established engineer, with 20 of those to save and care for unwanted, abused, and years dedicated to his work neglected big cats. 26 years later, she continues at Benchmark Group. Prior to his presidency, to make strides in improving and developing he served as Project Manager, Senior the non-profit organization as a leader among Mechanical Engineer, Department Manager big cat sanctuaries. and Board Member. Tanya is currently serving on the Turpentine David, a graduate of Siloam Springs High Creek Foundation, Inc. Board of Trustees, the School, attended LeTourneau University in Arvest Community Bank Board, Big Cat Sanctuary Longview, TX, where he graduated with a degree Alliance committee, the Northwest Arkansas in Mechanical Engineering. He also received Tourism Association Board and the Arkansas a master’s degree in Math Education from the Hospitality Foundation Board. Tanya believes that University of Alabama at Birmingham. In 1998, high tides raise the level of all boats and therefore he moved back to the area to join Benchmark continues to take an active role in her community Group as a Mechanical Engineer. and work on projects to end the trade of exotic David enjoys teaching youth and serving big cats/bears as “pets.” at his local church. He and his wife Jan have She is a Founding Member of the Court four daughters and a son. They help keep of Cavilers, an active member of the Arkansas them involved in the local schools where their Hospitality Association, and a member of children attend. Chambers of Commerce of Eureka Springs, Bentonville/Bella Vista, Rogers-Lowell, Springdale, Jerra Nalley | Runway Group Fayetteville, Harrison, and Branson. Jerra Nalley is the Tanya and her husband Scott have raised Director of leisurlist for the five children, Victor, Britney, Haleigh, Miranda, Runway Group. Leisurlist is and Dillon; and have been caring for big cats an app and website bringing since 1978. When not rescuing exotic wildlife, together everything to eat, Tanya can be found out in the water -- swimming, see and do in Northwest boating, and enjoying all that nature has to offer. Arkansas. She also serves on the Board of Directors Melissa Turpin | Honeycomb Kitchen Shop for Main Street Eureka Springs, the Leadership Melissa Turpin is the Team for the NWAYP Summit and on the founder and co-owner of Live479 Advisory Board. Starting this fall she Honeycomb Kitchen Shop will join Walton College Dean Matthew Waller’s in downtown Rogers, a Alumni Advisory Council and Roundtable of kitchen retail store that Entrepreneurs and Market Makers. She attended specializes in highly curated the University of Arkansas where she graduated tools, cookware, tabletop, with a degree in Marketing Management and and locally made products. later an MBA. She loves cooking, visiting new Earlier this year her business received the 2018 restaurants (especially food trucks), coffee, Award of Excellence for Outstanding Merchant

from Main Street Arkansas after only two short years of being in business. Melissa attended the University of Central Arkansas where she graduated with a BS in Speech Communication and Marketing. She then worked for a global logistics company and managed several big-box retail accounts, learning the importance of supply and demand, budgeting, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. She currently serves on the Go Downtown Rogers Board of Directors, which is

the downtown Rogers merchant association. Melissa is an Arkansas native and moved to the NWA area ten years ago. A strong sense of community, economic development, and opportunity for small business owners are what she loves best about the area. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Chase, and their two dogs and cat. In their spare time, they enjoy experiencing our great culinary scene, traveling, playing golf, and spending time at the lake.

The Six New Directors Join the Following as the 2019 Board of Directors for the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board | GREG FOGLE, Nabholz Construction Chairman-Elect | ANGIE TUCKER-RIDLEY, Tucker’s Furniture & Appliance Treasurer | JEFF MILFORD, AEP/SWEPCO Past Chairman | ERIC PIANALTO, Mercy NWA President/CEO | RAYMOND BURNS RIDC President | JERRY VEST, Regions Bank BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2019 Directors Payne Brewer – Arvest Bank Jill Bright – Grand Savings Bank Corry Hull – OneDigital Health and Benefits Erin Kiefer – Assembled Products Denten Park – Northwest Health Chris Sultemeier – Walmart (retired) 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 Mike Power – First Security Bank David Vaden – Ernst & Young 2021 Directors Tom Allen – Sage Partners Ron Branscum – Citizens Bank David Kimball – Benchmark Group Jerra Nalley – Runway Group Tanya Smith – Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Melissa Turpin – Honeycomb Kitchen Shop AUDIT COMMITTEE Jill Bright David Vaden Ron Branscum DIVISION CHAIRS Community Development – Leah Acoach Membership Services – Jill Bright Economic Development – Payne Brewer Government Affairs – Jerry Carmichael Destination Marketing – Larry Cooper

EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS Daizy Andrade – University of Arkansas Dr. Marlin Berry – Rogers Public Schools Shey Bland – Main Street Rogers Kristen Boozman – Portfolio Luxury Real Estate Jerry Carmichael – 3C Retail Solutions Irma Chavez – Conexion de Negocios Latino Larry Cooper – Embassy Suites NW Arkansas Russ Daniel – McLarty Daniel Group Rich Davis – Black Hills Energy Jesica Duarte – Walmart Mike Dodge – Carroll Electric Coop. Corp. Sandy Edwards – Crystal Bridges Museum David Faulkner – Pinnacle Hills Promenade David Foster – APAC-Central, Inc. Diego Garcia – Crafton Tull Angela Grayson – Precipice IP Dan Hendrix – World Trade Center Arkansas Greg Hines – Mayor, City of Rogers Tom Hopper – TallChamps, LLC Dr. Evelyn Jorgenson – Northwest Arkansas Community College Peter Lane – Walton Arts Center Eldon Long – Mayor, City of Lowell Aaron Matthews – First Baptist Church of Lowell Barry Moehring – Benton County Judge Curt Stamp – Cox Business Dick Trammel – Arkansas Highway Commission Emma Willis – Arkansas 529 College Investing Plans Jeff Wood – Tyson Foods

FALL 2018 GUIDE* | NWA Crafts Fairs

SPANKER CREEK FARM ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR October 17-20 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. October 21 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 8464 W. McNelly Rd. in Bentonville (479) 685-5655 | SpankerCreekFarm.com Save the date for 2019 – October 16-20

THE WAR EAGLE FAIR

October 18-20 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. October 21 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 11037 High Sky Inn Road in Hindsville (479) 789-5398 | WarEagleFair.com Save the date for 2019 – October 17-20

WAR EAGLE MILL ARTS & CRAFT FAIR October 18-20 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. October 21 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 11045 War Eagle Rd. in Rogers (866) 492-7324 | WarEagleMill.com

SHARP'S SHOW OF WAR EAGLE

October 18-20 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. October 21 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 11045 War Eagle Rd. in Rogers (479) 789-5683

FRISCO STATION MALL ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR October 18-20 | 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. October 21 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Frisco Station Mall in Rogers (479) 872-9917 | FriscoStationMall.com

OZARK REGIONAL ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL (2 LOCATIONS) WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS (FAYETTEVILLE) October 18-20 | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

NWA CONVENTION CENTER (SPRINGDALE)

October 19 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. October 20 | 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (479) 756-6954 | OzarkRegionalArtsandCrafts.com

BELLA VISTA ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL October 18-20 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 1991 Forest Hills Blvd. in Bella Vista (479) 855-2064 | BellaVistaFestival.org

THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ROGERS CRAFT FAIR October 19-20 | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 121 W. Poplar St. and 307 W. Elm St. in Rogers GoDowntownRogers.com

LIVE, LOVE, EVENTS “IT’S FALL Y’ALL” ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL October 18 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. October 19-20 | 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. October 21 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 7640 SW Regional Airport Road in Bentonville (479) 616-2997 | liveloveeventsnwa.wixsite.com/website

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he Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce's Job Fairs (Spring and Fall) are the largest and longest running job fairs in Arkansas and are FREE to job seekers. Attendees are encouraged to bring their resumes to hand out to potential employers. EMPLOYERS | Exhibit Booth Space Available on First Come, First Serve Basis The Northwest Arkansas Fall Job Fair is perfect for helping in your search for the right employees and getting a head start on hiring needs for the holidays. Reserve your exhibit booth space today to ensure access to hundreds of job seekers expected to attend. Exhibit booth space is expected to sell out quickly.

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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.

et ready for the second annual Sporting Clays Classic. This is one of the newest events from the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce. The event features a variety of shooting stations, with each station presenting a different shooting challenge. Some clay pigeons are launched high into the air, some parallel to the machine, and some bounced across the ground to test the shooterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim. This year there will be new challenges and prizes throughout the day. More than 100 shooters are expected to participate with two flight times and four people per team. Experienced and novice shooters are both welcome. Participants receive a continental breakfast, lunch, snacks, beverages, ammo and goodie bags. Become a Sponsor and Donate Prizes Sponsors may invite their special customers/clients to join them at the event as a gesture of thanks or reward employees with a day of team building. Sponsorships are still available and are perfect for reaching the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participants. Contact the Chamber and explore the right sponsor level for your business and donate items for goodie bags.

BEAVER WATER DISTRICT’S

ANNUAL SECCHI DAY August | 2018 - KNWA Chief Meteorologist Dan Skoff (third from left) poses with (from left) John and Carol Denefe of Rogers and James McCarty, Manager of Environmental Quality for Beaver Water District. Carol Denefe held the winning ticket for the grand prize kayak and paddle donated by Cabela's in Rogers to the 13th Annual Secchi Day on Beaver Lake, held on August 18 and organized by Beaver Water District. This year’s event drew almost 700 people, including citizen scientists taking clarity readings with a Secchi Disk measuring device and water samples for testing from Beaver Lake, as well as several hundred people and volunteers, many of whom enjoyed a host of hands-on educational and fun activities lakeside at Prairie Creek. The 14th Annual Secchi Day will be held August 17, 2019. For information, visit bwdh2o.org.

Members Named to Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s 2018 Forty Under 40 Class August | 2018 - Congratulations to the 23 Chamber members named to the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal‘s 2018 Forty Under 40 class (see list below). Overall, forty young men and women were recognized as some of the best and brightest in their industry, with a wide variety of skill sets and credentials. Jolana Aibangbee, Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter, Thrift Store Stephanie Allen, McDonald Eye Associates Bonnie Atchison, The City of Rogers Ben Carroll, Arvest Bank Tim Doyle, WACO Title Company Katelyn ‘Katie’ Eaves, Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP Amy Fore, Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Jeff Gattis, Nabholz Corporation

Sterling Hamilton, Sage Partners Real Estate Solutions Steven Head, McClelland Consulting Engineers Chris Howe, IBERIABANK Jordan Jeter, Flake & Kelley Commercial Andrew C. Johnson, Integrative Dental Specialists T.J. Lefler, Sage Partners Real Estate Solutions Jason McDoniel, Legacy National Bank Sean Morrison, simplemachine Alden Napier, CCOA William Pannell, Tyson Foods Elizabeth Prenger, The First Tee of Northwest Arkansas Robert James Rudolph, Rockline Industries Joseph F. Rumsey V, Zero Mountain, Inc. Christie Turner, Signature Bank of Arkansas Caley Vo, Wright Lindsey Jennings View a complete list at talkbusiness.net/best-inclass/forty-under-40-2018/

Ozark Beer Co. Releases Newest Beer, Ozark Lager August | 2018 - Ozark Beer Co.'s (OBC) newest beer, Ozark Lager, a German style lager, began its canned introduction to Arkansas in August. A light, traditional and supremely smooth local lager, Ozark Lager is the brewery's 5th year-round can in as many years. "We're excited to offer a local version of the world's most popular beer," says Owner Lacie Bray. Beginning with its nationally acclaimed American Pale Ale in 2014, with its iconic elk logo, Ozark slowly added its Belgian Golden, Cream Stout and finally Ozark IPA into cans over the last few years. "It's important to us to not fill shelves with mediocre beer. If we are asking a business to carry our product, they deserve the most thought-out, intentional and clean beer possible. We simply couldn't offer that if we were to work on too many styles at once," said OBC's Marty Shutter. Ozark celebrated the release of Ozark Lager with Lager Day on September 9, a familyfriendly afternoon of games, food and beer in the Ozark Backyard, located at the brewery in Downtown Rogers.

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Welcome NEW MEMBERS | August 2018 CULTURALLY CONNECTED COMMUNICATIONS Pam Jones 1818 N. TAYLOR STREET STE. B #255 | LITTLE ROCK, AR 72207 (870) 329-2465 CULTURALLYCONNECTEDCOMMUNICATIONS.COM ADVERTISING AGENCIES

Jim Albertson BENTONVILLE, AR 72712 (913) 963-2825 INDIVIDUALS ANDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD Andy Kuntz 4200 S. J.B. HUNT DR. | ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 636-2639 | EATANDYS.COM DESSERTS CAVE MEN'S GROOMING & LOUNGE Derrick Wheetley 4204 S. J.B. HUNT DRIVE, SUITE 55 | ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 799-3606 | CAVEMANNWA.COM BARBERS CORPORATE RISK SERVICES, LLC Ethan Beckcom 5502 WALSH LN., STE. 103 | ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 271-7475 | MIDWESTRISK.NET INSURANCE

EDWARD JONES – JOHN CARR, FINANCIAL ADVISOR John Carr 3169 W. WALNUT ST., STE. A | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 619-5104 | EDWARDJONES.COM FINANCIAL & FINANCIAL ADVISORS ELEVATE GAMING COMPANY Lisa Sommer 4303 PLEASANT CROSSING BLVD. #4 | ROGERS, AR 72758 479-715-1225 | FIND US ON FACEBOOK VIDEO GAME - SALES & TRADE

LIFE STRATEGIES COUNSELING INC. Lindsey Suitt 1108 POPLAR PLACE | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 372-6464 | LSCIHELP.COM/OUR-LOCATIONS/ROGERS/ COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ROGERS (OPENING SOON) COUNSELING Narry Krushiker LOWELL ELECTRIC & DEVELOPMENT 4201 W. GREEN ACRES RD. | ROGERS, AR 72758 Charles Main (479) 872-8286 P.O. BOX 972 | LOWELL, AR 72745 HOTELS/MOTELS (479) 770-4422 CONTRACTORS - ELECTRICAL

QUESTEC MECHANICAL Justin Reynolds SPRINGDALE, AR 72764 (479) 717-2924 | QUESTEC.US CONTRACTORS - HVAC

STALEY TECHNOLOGIES Jamie Adams 5364 BLEAUX AVE., STE. A | SPRINGDALE, AR 2762 (479) 750-3006 | STALEYTECHNOLOGIES.COM INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

RICK'S BAKERY Rick Boone 4600 W. ROZELL | ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 442-2166 | RICKSBAKERY.COM BAKERIES

THREADS 3 FOURTEEN Charity Holman 216 S. 1ST ST. | ROGERS, AR 2756 (479) 231-3305 | FIND US ON FACEBOOK ORGANIZATIONS

SCHUBER MITCHELL HOMES Courtney McNally 3600 SW CARTER RD. | BENTONVILLE, AR 72712 (479) 802-3000 | SCHUBERMITCHELL.COM REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPERS AND INVESTORS SCHUBER MITCHELL HOMES Courtney McNally 1616 S K PLACE | ROGERS, AR 72756 (479) 802-3000 | SCHUBERMITCHELL.COM REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPERS AND INVESTORS SHARKY'S MODERN MEXICAN KITCHEN Kevin Betts 3000 PINNACLE HILLS PARKWAY | ROGERS, AR 72758 (479) 319-4111 | SHARKYS.COM RESTAURANTS - MEXICAN

Chamber Night at the Rogers School Board of Education on October 16

ere is your opportunity to meet and visit with members of the Rogers School Board of Education at the 10th annual Chamber Night reception held during the Rogers School Board of Education meeting. It is a great way for Chamber members to learn more about the Rogers School District. Chamber Night also serves as an opportunity to show our School District that our business community supports elected and school officials. Chamber Night at the Rogers School Board of Education reception is free and open to all members, with no registration required. It is held at the District Administration Office, 500 W. Walnut St. in Rogers. The reception starts at 4:00 p.m. and light refreshments will be served.

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Silver Sponsors |

August 2018 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 2018 Sponsor

Courtyard by Marriott Rogers Groundbreaking 4201 W. Green Acres Rd., Rogers

Elks Lodge Groundbreaking Rogers

Sharky's Modern Mexican Kitchen 3000 Pinnacle Hills Pkwy., Rogers

Hair Addix NWA 1103 W. Elm St., Ste. B, Rogers

Threads 3 Fourteen 216 S. 1st St., Rogers

Chamber Staff Member Honored with AEDCE’s Outstanding Economic Developer Recognition

uring the Awards Luncheon at their 2018 Annual Conference in Fayetteville on August 27, the Arkansas Economic Developers & Chamber Executives (AEDCE) recognized Crystal Johnson, PCED, IOM as the Outstanding Chamber Executive, Steve Cox as the Outstanding Economic Developer, Jim Petty as Volunteer of the Year and Michael L. Maulden with the Maria Haley Lifetime Leadership Award for Economic Development. Cox is Senior Vice President of Economic Development for the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce. He began his chamber career in 2011 and has spent the past seven years working with businesses large and small to relocate and expand within Rogers, Lowell and Northwest Arkansas. He has directly worked on numerous projects that have resulted in more than $300 million in capital investment and more than 4,000 new jobs created within his community. He also devotes a sizable portion of his time to local workforce development efforts. The AEDCE is the state’s premier association representing professional and volunteer economic developers and chamber executives in Arkansas. The organization’s objective is to advance, through educational and professional efforts, the business climate and quality of life in Arkansas by the development of employment opportunities through economic growth and community development.

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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS | August 2018 30+ YEARS

Garner Building Supply - 70 years Harris Baking - 60 years WestRock - 52 years Daisy Outdoors/Gamo Airguns/New Archery Products - 51 years Glad Manufacturing Company - 47 years Hight Jackson Associates, P.A. - 44 years Shirley's Flowers & Gifts, Inc. - 43 years Rogers Inn - 39 years Ozark Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 38 years Rogers First Church of the Nazarene - 36 years Jiffy Kwick - 35 years Burger King - 32 years Innisfree Senior Living Community - 32 years Hope Cancer Resources - 31 years

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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.

Presenting Sponsor:

Bailey & Oliver Law Firm First Western

Cherokee Casino & Hotel

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Sam's Club

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"Hot Button HR Issues: Compliance Considerations for Every Workplace"

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| 2018 Major Events February 22, 2018 SAVE THE DATES & Community | Commerce Annual tion of Business Area Chamber of 96th Annual Celebra The Rogers-Lowell y the Annual s & Community (formerl Celebration of Busines Northwest gathering of 1,000+ e Banquet) is an annual together to celebrat s leaders who come Arkansas busines nity excellence for lishments and commu business accomp the year for of event t It’s the highligh the previous year. way to socialize and rs, providing a fun Chamber membe with a Cocktail The event starts off hors cold network with peers. and s, hot a variety deliciou Reception serving r program features reception, a one-hou d’oeuvres. After the Ceremony. tion and Gavel Passing the Awards Celebra ding are presented to outstan S. Community awards Award (Rogers); Elbert l Good Neighbor Business of the tions: Dick Tramme Small organiza the or and ses Award; individuals, busines of Rogers-Lowell The Annual Award (Lowell); Spirit January 12, 2018. through d accepte Graham/Elza Tucker s being recipients over fabulou tions for awards are Year Award. Nomina honoring all the awards Party tion with a Celebra Celebration ends bar. desserts and a coffee

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