John Stephens
The Great Reset: Arkansas’ Leadership Shakeups and the Stories That Defined 2025
Has any recent year reshaped Arkansas’ business and policy landscape this dramatically? read more >
Town Pump to Reopen Thursday, Promising Same Grit With Upgraded Eats
The beloved dive bar in Little Rock, now owned by Barnaby Group, has been closed for renovations since March. read more >
Warren Stephens, Mike Huckabee Take Diplomatic Posts, Disclose Financial Holdings
Warren Stephens stepped down from key business roles and disclosed extensive financial holdings to become U.S. ambassador to the U.K., while Mike Huckabee made similar moves before his confirmation as ambassador to Israel. read more >
AMFA’s Annual Tabriz Events Raise Record $2.6M
The funds will support the museum in downtown Little Rock's exhibitions, operations and art acquisitions. read more >
Stephens-Owned Barnaby Group Plans Pub-Style Restaurant in The Heights, Expansion to Fayetteville
The two-story space will feature patios on both levels and a fireplace-lit dining room to encourage “comfort and connection” among guests. read more >
by Jess Ardrey -
Barnaby Group to Announce Expansion Plans at AMFA Gala
The Barnaby Group, new owner of the Town Pump in Little Rock, plans to expand in Arkansas with upcoming projects to be announced at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Tabriz Gala on April 5. read more >
Stephens Insurance Names New CEO, Chief Strategy Officer
The moves correspond with the departure of longtime Stephens Inc. CEO Warren Stephens. read more >
Warren Stephens Passes the Torch, Names Sons Miles and John as Co-CEOs of Stephens Inc.
The move comes as Warren Stephens prepares for a role as U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom under President-elect Donald Trump. read more >
Dillard’s Proxy Statement Reveals Executive Deals
In its latest proxy on April 5, the Little Rock department store chain reported that in Dillard’s fiscal 2023, Stephens Insurance LLC of Little Rock received about $1.4 million in commissions related to the sale of voluntary insurance products to Dillard’s workers. read more >
Top Online Stories of 2023: Eatery News, a Lyon College Setback And 27 Marijuana Laws Tossed Out
Readers were hungry for restaurant news on the Arkansas Business website this year. read more >
by Scott Carroll -
New Heights Restaurant George’s Sets Opening Date
On Friday, workers were putting the finishing touches on a multi-million dollar renovation and redesign of the property. read more >
Stephens Insurance Commission Up to $1.5M for Dillard’s Employees
The commission amount is an increase from $1.2 million a year ago. read more >
New Heights Restaurant George’s Hints at Summer Opening
The new Italian restaurant is owned by John Stephens, senior vice president at Stephens Inc. and his wife Mary Olive Stephens. read more >
Opportunity, Outdoors & Access (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
How the relationship among three Arkansas families can continue to pay dividends. read more >
by Lance Turner -
Stephens Has Deal for 20% Stake in Boutique London Firm
The agreement with CRUX Asset Management of London would add John Stephens to the board of directors. read more >
George’s Italian Restaurant Coming to Former Cafe Prego Location
John and Mary Olive Stephens are behind the project. read more >
Cafe Prego Property Shows New Life
There appears to be some movement on the former Cafe Prego property at 5510 Kavanaugh Blvd. in Little Rock. read more >
Garver HQ in North Little Rock Sells for $13.2M (Real Deals)
An affiliate of National Asset Services of Los Angeles acquired the 4701 Northshore Drive project from an affiliate of Old House Capital in Dallas. read more >
by George Waldon -
The Fitzroy Chenal Sells for $65M (Real Deals)
An affiliate of Passco Companies bought the 294-unit apartment project in west Little Rock from Madison at Chenal LLC, led by Brandon Huffman. read more >
by George Waldon -
Two Little Rock Homes Produce Million-Dollar Transactions
An affiliate of Mark McLarty purchased a 3-acre spread from his parents, Mack and Donna McLarty, for more than $1.6 million. read more >
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