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Executive Q&A

New ARDOT Director Jared Wiley Talks Infrastructure, Tech in Arkansas Transportation

Jared Wiley, the new director of ARDOT, plans to lead with a long-term vision, emphasizing innovation, transparency, and a strong workplace culture.

Jennifer Irwin on Leading the Fayetteville Chamber & Strengthening Business Ties

Jennifer Irwin aims to strengthen business ties and tackle Fayetteville’s housing challenges as the chamber’s new CEO.

Rock Solid Shredding’s Jeff Ward on Ensuring Security & Sustainability

Ward shares insights on secure document destruction, industry growth, and lessons from past business challenges.

Farmers & Merchants Bank CEO Brad Chambless on Leadership & Community Banking

The chair of the Arkansas Bankers Association chair champions fraud prevention, senior protection and community support in banking.

Government & Politics / Health Care / Insurance

Stefanie Pawluk on Advancing Value-Based Care & Improving Care in Northwest Arkansas

Pawluk joined the Northwest Arkansas Council after three years as policy director of the Heartland Whole Health Institute. read more >
Education / Media & Marketing / Technology

UA’s Stephen Tycer on Evolving Cybersecurity Trends & Challenges in Higher Education

He has more than two decades of experience in compliance standards, technology and network security management. read more >
Banking & Finance / Business Services / Education

Governor Sanders on Education, Economic Growth & Arkansas’ Future

The Republican governor reflects on Arkansas' progress in education, workforce training, tax cuts, and broadband, aiming to attract businesses and grow the economy. read more >
Education / Nonprofits / Tourism

J. Michael Nauman on Leading the Museum of Discovery Through Innovation & Change

J. Michael Nauman, interim CEO of the Museum of Discovery in Little Rock, focuses on innovation, guest engagement, and preparing the museum for the future. read more >
Agriculture & Poultry / Business Services / Construction

Andrew Parker on Transforming Arkansas’ Workforce Through Be Pro Be Proud

Andrew Parker is the executive director of the Associated Industries of Arkansas Foundation and has led the Be Pro Be Proud Initiative since its launch in 2016. read more >
Construction / Media & Marketing

Heath Simpson on Expanding Broadband in Rural Arkansas

Simpson's military background and Ritter Communications' rapid expansion shape his leadership approach, focusing on community-driven broadband growth and customer connection. read more >
Media & Marketing

Growing Arkansas Tourism: Jeff King on State Parks’ Role and Partnerships

Jeff King has been deputy director of Arkansas State Parks since March 2022. read more >
Real Estate / Technology

Scott Dorminy on Insurance Trends, Climate Challenges & Mitigating Premium Hikes

Scott Dorminy joined NAIFA in 2017 and has been its state president since 2023. read more >
Education / Health Care / Media & Marketing

ASU System President Brendan Kelly on Student Retention & Innovation

Brendan Kelly became president of the ASU System in September. read more >
Media & Marketing / Retail / Small Business

Martin Dingman on Connecting with Customers Through Craft

Dingman is the founder & creative director at luxury leather goods company Martin Dingman of Lead Hill. read more >
Construction / Health Care / Insurance

Adam Head on CARTI’s Growth and Commitment to Cancer Care

Before joining CARTI in 2017 as president and CEO, Adam Head was COO at Arkansas Heart Hospital of Little Rock. read more >
Banking & Finance / Investments

Charlene Julian on the Future of Wealth Management and Trust Services

Charlene Julian oversees trust and wealth management services, which include estate planning, investment management, retirement planning and fiduciary solutions, for Farmers & Merchants Bank of Stuttgart. read more >
Agriculture & Poultry / Business Services / Industry

Scott Coleman on Revolution’s Circular Approach to Plastic Recycling

Coleman joined Revolution in 2013 and was its senior vice president of growth and strategy until his promotion to CEO in July. read more >
Banking & Finance / Business Services / Industry

Broderick Daniels on AI, Flex Jobs & the Future of HR

Daniels is responsible for managing the HR business partner and HR operations functions at Southern Bancorp. read more >
Banking & Finance / Industry / Investments

Jeff Teague Talks Cybersecurity & Banking Success at Citizens Bank

Jeff Teague is chairman & CEO of Citizens Bank of Batesville. An automobile dealer by first love and career, he entered banking by accident. read more >
Construction / Industry / Small Business

Charley Boyce Discusses Paschal’s Growth & Labor Challenges in the Trades

Charley Boyce joined Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric in 2010 and bought the company two years later. read more >
Energy / Government & Politics / Industry

Promoting Energy Innovation with AAEA Director Lauren Waldrip

Waldrip is executive director of the Arkansas Advanced Energy Association in Little Rock. read more >
Government & Politics / Industry / Legal

Antwan Phillips on Navigating Law, Community Impact & Little Rock’s Future

Phillips, a Little Rock native, has practiced law for more than a decade at Wright Lindsey Jennings, where he is a partner. read more >
Agriculture & Poultry / Construction / Education

Chief Workforce Officer Mike Rogers on Skills and Industry Needs

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders appointed Rogers as the state’s first chief workforce officer last year. read more >
Industry / Transportation

Steven Baker on Improving Air Travel at Clinton National Airport

Steven Baker was appointed the new executive director of the Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport by the Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission this month. read more >