Susie Marks

Susie Marks resigned suddenly as senior vice president of programs for the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce in June, and that resignation has been followed by an investigation into missing money. read more >

Leadership Arkansas is designed to promote the development of existing and emerging leaders and to create a committed, involved, and diverse network of leaders in Arkansas. More than 450 individuals have completed this outstanding program, including leaders representing the areas of business and industry, education, nonprofit, government and civic organizations. read more >

The participants in the Leadership Arkansas program get stronger and stronger each year. As one of the youngest statewide leadership programs in the country, we still have work to do to further accomplish our mission of building a strong, diverse, statewide network of leaders with a shared commitment to connect our communities and make Arkansas a better place in which to live and prosper. read more >

Five years into its inception, Leadership Arkansas has inspired, educated and engaged more than 300 citizens to leverage the unique opportunities, and to understand the specific issues facing our great state. Through a unique nine-month education experience, Leadership Arkansas class members interact with top state officials, corporate and community leaders, educators and others who receive, deliver or make decisions and policy that affect services across our state. read more >