David Manns Named Senior VP for Public Affairs & Policy at Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield (Super Mover)
Most recently, he served as senior deputy chief of staff and political director for U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford. read more >
New Roles Announced at Arkansas Federal Credit Union, Simmons Bank & UAMS (Movers & Shakers)
Rodney Showmar and Michael Lamoureux have taken on continued leadership roles, with Showmar staying on the Federal Reserve's advisory council and Lamoureux joining Capitol Counsel as a partner. read more >
Antoine Lucas Named Executive VP & COO of Southwest Power Pool (Super Mover)
Lucas will succeed current COO Lanny Nickell, who was named as the organization’s new president and CEO effective April 1. read more >
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 >
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 >
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 >
![Christina Drale, UALR chancellor: “Emily has a deep understanding of public service and strategic collaboration that will benefit the entire UA Little Rock community.” [PHOTO provided]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Emily_Cox_opt-300x194.jpg)
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 >
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 >
New Appointments at Grand Savings Bank, Stephens Insurance, ASU-Beebe & More (Movers & Shakers)
Key Arkansas appointments include Aubrey Blackmon’s Agriculture Hall of Fame induction, Laura Landreaux as State Chamber chair, and leadership changes in banking, energy, health care, and more. read more >
Lanny Nickell Named President & CEO of Southwest Power Pool (Super Mover)
Nickell is currently SPP’s executive vice president and chief operating officer. read more >
CHI St. Vincent Names Garrett Lewis Market Chief Medical Officer (Super Mover)
In his new role, Lewis will lead the team of medical experts and manage daily hospital operations. read more >
Promotions Announced at First Security Bank, Caddell Construction, UAMS & More (Movers & Shakers)
First Security Bank names Matthew Boyd as Cabot market president; key hires and promotions across health care, law, nonprofits, and more in Arkansas industries. read more >
Leadership Moves at Cross Bank, Lyon College, Arkansas Game & Fish & More (Movers & Shakers)
Explore the latest career advancements across Arkansas in banking, education, health care, legal, nonprofits, real estate, and utilities sectors. read more >
Nick Chavez Named Chief Marketing Officer of 7 Brew (Super Mover)
Chris Dawson, president of 7 Brew, called Chavez “an accomplished marketer with a proven track record of guiding brands through transformative growth.” read more >
Appointments & Awards Announced at Lexicon, SAU, Arkansas Farm Bureau & More (Movers & Shakers)
New leadership across Arkansas: Randi Strode at Lexicon, Connie Wilson at SAU and Stefanie Pawluk at NWA Council. read more >
![Philip Taldo: “If I could just do half of what [Farmer] has done, when I get to that point, I’ll be happy.” [PHOTO provided]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Philip_Taldo_opt-e1734648423208-300x194.jpg)
Philip Taldo Elected Chairman of the Arkansas Highway Commission (Super Mover)
Taldo succeeds Alec Farmer, who announced that he is stepping down as chairman at the end of the year. read more >
Spencer Lunghino Named Chief Development Officer at Rock Dental Brands (Super Mover)
In Lunghino’s new role, he will spearhead all of Rock Dental Brands’ mergers and acquisitions strategy. read more >
Promotions Announced at Stone Bank, Arkansas Highway Commission, UAMS & More (Movers & Shakers)
Hannah Eddington, Kathy Horelica, Mark Smeltzer, and others recognized for roles across Arkansas in banking, education, healthcare, agriculture, and public service. read more >
Jason Gober Named Business Development Officer for SBA Lending at FNBC Bank (Super Mover)
Gober brings more than a decade of banking experience to FNBC. read more >
Lori Ross Named Founding Executive Director at the Doula Alliance of Arkansas (Movers & Shakers)
Lori Ross leads Doula Alliance efforts; Dr. Khan and Dr. Vankawala join Baptist Health; Lorie Tudor earns AGC honor; J.C. Hendrix hired at First Community Bank. read more >
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