Central Arkansas

Citizens Bank Promotes Josh Baker to City President for Little Rock
Baker will lead the Hot Springs and Little Rock markets, and supervise lending in the central Arkansas region.
Arkansas Air Flow Overcomes $1.8M Theft, Rebounds Business
Arkansas Air Flow faced a $1.8 million setback after an employee’s embezzlement; however, the company has since recovered, increasing revenue by 52% and expanding its workforce. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Governors Park Sale Checks In at $12.9M (Real Deals)
A 154-unit apartment complex in midtown Little Rock tipped the scales at $12.9 million. read more >
by George Waldon -
Anstaff Bank, UAMS, Arkansas Spine & Pain Announce Leadership Changes (Movers & Shakers)
Several professionals and organizations across banking, law, healthcare, and technology have recently been recognized for their contributions in Arkansas. read more >
Trump Administration Order Halts $15M in Arkansas EV Infrastructure Projects
The state also closed its requests for proposals as $54.1 million in federal funding hangs in the balance. read more >
Banning Phones in School (Editorial)
We support the governor’s proposal to ban student cellphone use in the state’s schools. read more >
Leadership Appointments at Farmers Bank & Trust, Arkansas Capital Corp. & More (Movers & Shakers)
This week’s business moves highlight key leadership changes across various sectors in Arkansas. read more >
Hot Springs Reveals Top 5 Restaurants & Hotels in 2024
Arkansas law blocks cities from sharing local-option tax data, but Visit Hot Springs reveals its top five restaurants and hotels for 2024—minus the dollars. read more >
Dempsey Bakery Finds New Owners, Plans for Franchising Under Fowler Family
Family, food and franchising were core ingredients in the recent sale of Dempsey Bakery, Little Rock’s specialist in “allergy-friendly” foods. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Big Deals in Arkansas Up 30% In Value
This year’s list includes not only acquisitions but also major investments, reflecting the growing role of private equity in the state. read more >
by Jan Cottingham -
Andrea Alford Appointed CEO of the Arkansas Realtors Association (Super Mover)
Before joining the ARA, Alford spent 15 years at the Arkansas Real Estate Commission. read more >
American Leak Detection Franchise Owner Battles Parent Company Over Failed $70M Sale
North Little Rock franchise owner Matthew Hill accused parent company Water Intelligence of London of buying individual franchises and operating them as corporate entities so the company doesn’t have to share revenue. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Parham Pointe Sale Tops $20M (Real Deals)
The buyer is Caisson Parham Owner LLC, an affiliate of Fayetteville’s Caisson Capital Partners. read more >
by George Waldon -
Candace Doby & Michelle Anne Johnson to Headline Soirée Women’s Leadership Symposium 2025
New for the 2025 symposium is the option to add on a 90-minute workshop that will take place after the core event, an opportunity for attendees to dive deeper into subject matter and connect with peers. read more >
by Jess Ardrey -
Little Rock Public Radio Names Grace Zafasi as Director of Development
She'll oversee fundraising, underwriting, and membership services for KUAR and KLRE. read more >
Tandem Industrial Buy Surpasses $6.3M (Real Deals)
Two properties in west Little Rock occupied by Handling Systems & Conveyors sold in separate transactions totaling $6.33 million. read more >
by George Waldon -
Emily Cox Named Vice Chancellor of University Affairs at UA Little Rock (Super Mover)
Cox replaces Joni Lee, who retired from UALR in December. read more >
Major Donors Back $36M Artspace Windgate Campus in Downtown Little Rock
The project is envisioned as a 94,000-SF, four-story building with 60 residential units for artists and their families in Little Rock's East Village. read more >
Arrows Up … and Down (Editorial)
The state has seen some positive economic developments, and some negative legal ones. read more >
Promotions at HoganTaylor, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Baptist Health & More (Movers & Shakers)
Promotions and leadership changes span industries in Arkansas, from accounting and banking to healthcare and utilities. read more >
Rosehill Construction to Build Little Rock Storage Facility for $7.1M
A self-storage project in Little Rock begins this week’s roster of million-dollar real estate transactions and construction contracts. read more >