Melissa Mackay Hired as VP of Marketing at Westrock Coffee Co. (Movers & Shakers)
Mackay was previously vice president of North America marketing at Fresh Del Monte. read more >
Ark Angel Alliance Surpasses $3.5M in Investments
"Passing the $3.5 million milestone reflects the incredible potential we see in the Arkansas startup ecosystem," Melissa Kempkes, executive director of Ark Angel Alliance, said in a press release. read more >
T.J. Anderson Named CFO of Farmers & Merchants Bank (Movers & Shakers)
In his new role, Anderson will focus on strategic initiatives and oversee financial management. read more >
Stephens Expands Equity Capital Markets Division
The Little Rock-based firm has hired new equity research analysts and promoted experienced talent from within. read more >
Matthew Koll Joins Legacy Capital
Koll brings expertise in tax strategy, investment management, estate planning, risk management and asset protection to the firm. read more >
2 Promoted at Allen Engineering Corp. (Movers & Shakers)
Shannon Powers has been promoted to the director of finance and administration, and Marcus Jarrett has been promoted to director of engineering and product development. read more >
Tempus’ Latest Acquisitions Total $29M
The industrial portfolio includes properties in Birmingham, Alabama; Elkton, Maryland; and Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. read more >
BSR’s Q2 Operating Income Rises 4.6%
Operating expenses fell in the quarter on lower professional fees and lower real estate tax assessments on the company's multifamily properties in Texas. read more >
Milwaukee Real Estate Firm Acquires Husqvarna Facilities in Southwest Arkansas
Phoenix Investors LLC plans to work with local stakeholders to find a new tenant for the facilities after Husqvarna phases out operations this year. read more >
Tim Andrews Joins Crews & Associates’ New York Office
Andrews will focus on underwriting CDs and structured notes for financial institutions. read more >
NOWDiagnostics Raises $22.5M in Latest Funding Round
The round was led by DigitalDx Ventures of Menlo Park, California, a venture capital fund comprised of Silicon Valley digital health investors and medical and legal professionals. read more >
Ox Founder Charu Thomas on AI and Entrepreneurship
Charu Thomas founded Ox in January 2019, and she has since secured more than $16 million in venture funding for the enterprise software company. read more >
Liquidity Events and Retirement Planning (Darin Drennan Commentary)
Windfalls and transitions bring new challenges and opportunities to ensure long-term stability. read more >
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New York Firm Invests in Kimbel Mechanical Systems of Fayetteville
CEO Rob Kimbel will continue to lead the company and the Kimbel family will retain a "significant" ownership stake. read more >
Circumference Group Announces Investment in IT Services Consultancy Fast Slow Motion
The company, based in Birmingham, Alabama, offers services to help businesses grow and scale on the Salesforce and HubSpot platforms. read more >
Good Day Farm Raises $48M for Louisiana Cannabis Ventures
Some well-known names in the Arkansas medical marijuana industry backed a $48 million capital-raising effort aimed toward Louisiana, according to a May 23 filing with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission. read more >
Field Set for 2024 Jackson T. Stephens Cup
This year’s competition will be held at Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club in Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, from Oct. 21-23. read more >
Arkansas Travelers Board Approves Sale of Team to Diamond Baseball Holdings
The new owners, backed by a powerful private equity group, have acquired more than 30 Minor League Baseball teams over the past three years. read more >
BSR Operating Income Rises 4.4% in Q1
Concerns have been raised about an influx of new apartments in the REIT's key markets, but the company said it's weathering the storm. read more >
Tempus Passes $1B Investment Milestone With Maryland Industrial Acquisition
Tempus said the $7.6 million deal is part of its strategy to continue investing in the industrial sector with a focus on middle-market manufacturing companies. read more >
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