Chamber Voice of Business Magazine | July 2023

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ROGERS:

Destination for Summer Fun!

There’s plenty of summer fun in Rogers during July. We’ve put together some ideas for you to make Rogers your destination for good times. Start off the month celebrating Independence Day then check out our things to do with your friends and family.

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What’s INSIDE This Issue?

07�����������Destination Rogers Convenes Hotelier Community

08 ����������Your Interactive-Format QuickStart Guide to the Chamber

09����������Chamber Picnic Food & Fun! 12 �����������We’re Helping Entrepreneurs Do Business

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Happy Independence Day!

13������������Networking with a Purpose 14�����������Downtown Rogers Merchant MeetUp Explores New Workforce Development Tool

15 �����������Convening for Care 16 �����������Central Referral Connection to

Celebrate its 7th Anniversary!

18������������Focus on the Community 24����������Digitally Yours: A Celebration of Art Made of Bits and Bytes

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30 ����������Thanks to Our 2nd Quarter Sponsors 34����������New Members | May 2023 Chamber’s Mission35 ����������Ribbon Cuttings | May 2023 Work Activating Leaders through High 36 ����������Membership Renewals | May 2023 School L.E.A.D. 37�����������Chamber Business Connect & Program Educational Events

317 West Walnut Street Rogers, Arkansas 72756 P: (479) 636-1240 F: (479) 636-5485 Chamber Voice OF BUSINESS MAGAZINE

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CHAMBER STAFF Raymond Burns, CCE

Shelle Summers, IOM

J.R. Shaw, IOM

President/CEO

Executive Director/ Executive Vice President | DESTINATION Rogers

Senior Vice President of Member Services

rburns@rogerslowell.com

jr@rogerslowell.com

ssummers@rogerslowell.com

Vickie Grotts, IOM

Steve Cox, IOM

Senior Vice President of Accounting & Finance

Senior Vice President of Economic Development

Senior Vice President of Marketing Communications

vickie@rogerslowell.com

steve@rogerslowell.com

brad@rogerslowell.com

Ross Phillips

Brad Phillips

Geovanny Sarmiento

Katie Burns

Senior Vice President of Community Development

Senior Vice President of Community Engagement & Inclusion

Vice President of Operations

ross@rogerslowell.com

geovanny@rogerslowell.com

katie@rogerslowell.com

Karen Wagaman

Sara Lynn Geiger

Vice President of Downtown Development

Vice President of Government Affairs

Creative Services Director

karen@rogerslowell.com

sara@rogerslowell.com

nick@rogerslowell.com

Luke Wiggins, TMP

Nick Smith

Skylar Rutherford

Maggie Matuschka

Director of Sales | DESTINATION Rogers

Special Events Coordinator

Marketing Communications Manager

luke@rogerslowell.com

Maggie@rogerslowell.com

skylar@rogerslowell.com

Lorraine Ducharme

Marni Rogers, IOM

Susana Silva

Finance Manager

Member Relations Manager

lorraine@rogerslowell.com

marni@rogerslowell.com

Mariana Osorio

Dane Clark

Community Engagement & Inclusion Manager

Sales & Services Coordinator | DESTINATION Rogers

Mariana@rogerslowell.com

dane@rogerslowell.com

Meredith Alvarez

Nyasha Bgoni

Customer Relations Specialist meredith@rogerslowell.com

Account Executive Susana@rogerslowell.com

Marketing Communications Manager Nyasha@rogerslowell.com

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Committee CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

TREASURER

PRESIDENT/CEO

Mike Power

Michael Parker

Raymond Burns

First Security Bank

Nabholz

Rogers Lowell Chamber

CHAIRMAN-ELECT

PAST CHAIRMAN

MEMBER AT LARGE

Cushman & Wakefield | Sage Partners

Assembled Products Corporation

Encore Bank

2023 Directors

2024 Directors

2025 Directors

Kristen Boozman Portfolio Sotheby’s International Realty

Bruce Barkley KHBS/KHOG

Brent Massey CEI Engineering Associates, Inc.

Dean Fisher Glad Manufacturing Company

Eric Pianalto Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas

Brad Crain Arvest Bank Benton County

Angela GraysonGA Precipice IP, PLLC

Gaven Smith J.B. Hunt Transportation, Inc.

Jaclyn Henderson* Regions Bank

Mat Mozzoni Cox Business

Stennett Thompkins AAA Insurance

Carey Lingenfelter Ozark Juniors Volleyball Club

Chris Blair Northwest Health

Brandy Tuft* Forvis

Michelle Wynn Child Care Aware of NWA

Knight Weis* Signature Bank of Arkansas

Josh VasquezCD Encore Bank

Jason Adams Benchmark Group

Tom Allen

Erin Kiefer

Josh Vasquez

Ex-Officio Directors Andrea Allen

Cole Shields

Peter Lane

Rafael Rios

Onyx Coffee Lab

Pinnacle Hills Promenade

Walton Arts Center

Yeyo’s Mezcaleria & Taqueria at the 1907

Daizy Andrade

Cathy Foraker

Mayor Chris Moore

University of Arkansas

AT&T (retired)

City of Lowell

Dr. Dennis Rittle Northwest Arkansas Community College

Andrew Branch

David Foster

Barry Moehring

NWA National Airport-XNA

APAC - Central, Inc.

Benton County Judge

Austin Bryan

Bradley Hardin

Joey Msall

Hogan Taylor

AEP/SWEPCO

Black Hills Energy

Lane Crider

Mayor Greg Hines

Lulu Peredo

Beaver Water District

City of Rogers

Runway Group

Ever Cuellar

Tom Hopper

Dr. Jeff Perry

First Security Bank

TallChamps, LLC

Rogers Public Schools

Mike Dodge

Corry Hull

Kraig PomrenkeDM

Carroll Electric Coop. Corp.

BHC Insurance

Embassy Suites NW Arkansas

Keri EarwoodMS

Tonya Jackson

Mickey Rapier

Shelter Insurance

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Fellowship Bible Church of NWA

Dr. Jim Rollins Northwest Technical Institute

Matt Taliaferro Boys & Girls Club of Benton County

Denise Thomas World Trade Center Arkansas

Dick Trammel Chairman Emeritus

Jeff Wood

– Division Chair (CD - Community Development, MS - Member Services, ED - Economic Development, GA - Government Affairs, DM - Destination Marketing) – Audit Committee Member

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Tyson Foods

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INTRODUCTION

from the RLC VP of Downtown Development Welcome to the July Chamber Voice! We’ve put together another really good issue of the Chamber Voice of Business Magazine this month. Here’s a quick preview of my favorite stories.

One big thing: In my role at the Chamber, I work hard every day to accomplish RLC’s strategic goals for Downtown Rogers. Take a glance at what we’re doing to develop downtown’s vibrancy: • Attracting investment to increase density for commercial and residential properties.

• Promoting people living and working downtown to create a vibrant community.

• Curating Third Space experiences redefining downtown as a destination.

• Advocating for adequate infrastructure that helps downtown grow and prosper.

One popular downtown program helping us accomplish our goals and

Karen Wagaman vice president of Downtown development Karen@rogerslowell.com

their outcomes above is the Art on the Bricks Art Walk. It promotes Downtown Rogers as a destination for arts, music, dance, and other interactive Third Space experiences.

Read the article to learn more about what’s happening. Here’s a preview: • The theme of the July 13 event is Digitally Yours, A Celebration of Art Made of Bits and Bytes, inspired the annual celebration of Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day. • We’re showcasing the talent of these less traditional artists on July 13 in Downtown Rogers, specifically those who work in the digital realm: Animators, illustrators, photographers, plasma cutter operators, and techies dabbling in AI art generators, and other creators of digital art.

The new Downtown Merchants Meet-Up: We’re also convening business owners, managers, and staff together every month to connect and collaborate. We believe that we are all better when we work together! #GoDowntownRogers • All local businesses, not just downtown, are welcome to attend and participate in the conversation and planning. Read about what we’ve got going on July 20 and join us!

Check out these stories, too: Learn how our Hustle in Heels program (dedicated to empowering, educating and connecting women with a modern approach) is partnering with Columbus House Brewery to support local women in need this month. Check out what happened last month at our Business After Hours Networking with a Purpose event that brought together the community to interact with local nonprofits. And read how Destination Rogers convened the Rogers Hotelier community in June at the Hotel Forecast quarterly meeting to review local market performance data and future trends.

Dig deeper: There’s so much going on at RLC. Our staff is working hard to capture and tell the stories of your Chamber’s mission-work in action. Stay connected to what’s going on by reading our monthly digital magazine. We hope you enjoy this issue.

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Happy Independence Day: Enjoy these Fourth of July Fireworks Displays:

• Walmart AMP Firework Show | This show will feature live music from SONA: Symphony of Northwest Arkansas

• Arvest Ball Park • Orchards Park Things to do in July: After the fireworks are over, check out these things to do.

• Travel back in time: The Rogers Historical Museum’s “Toys Well Played” exhibit opens July 22. Remember the joy of childhood play? Come see this exhibit featuring toys from the museum’s collection dating from the 1890s to the early 2000s. Learn more here.

• Explore Hobbs State Park - Conservation Area: Check out their events, programs and workshops on their calendar.

• Railyard Park: Take a refreshing break at the Railyard Park Water Stop, a free splash pad in Downtown Rogers. Learn more about what to do at Railyard Park Railyard Park in Downtown Rogers.

• Rogers Aquatics Center: This beautiful three-acre waterpark is filled with water fun for the whole family.

Check out the amenities here.

Live Music in July: Live music in Rogers features major headliners as well as top local artists performing everything from country and rock to rap and soul.

• Walmart AMP: Upcoming July performances at the Walmart AMP - Box Office Ticket Sales include Fall Out Boy, Foreigner & Loverboy and Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa. Rock and Roll your way out of July with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Uncle Kracker on July 28.

• Butterfield Stage: The City of Rogers offers free concerts at the Railyard Live Concert Series. Start July with the Ozark Folk Jamboree, experience Memphis with the Music Export Memphis concert on July 15, then start gearing up for the Railyard Live Jazz and Blues Block Party in August.

Experience The Good Life: Rogers is a great place to live, work and play!

• Live: U.S News and World chose us as one of the Best Places to Live • Work: We’re one of the best places to live and do business in the nation. Learn more at RogersLowell.com.

• Play: We’re also an outdoor paradise from fishing in Beaver Lake to scenic views at Lake Atalanta and scenic Highway 12. Spectacular natural beauty comes standard on our Rogers outdoor adventures. Check out these seven reasons to visit Rogers if you love the outdoors.

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Destination Rogers Convenes Hotelier Community

Destination Rogers hosted the June 22 Hotel Forecast meeting at Hyatt Place Rogers with 20 attendees. This quarterly get together gathers the Rogers hotelier community to: • Discuss what’s happening in the community and at Destination Rogers • Review trends and the latest hotel market performance data • Share thoughts on past/future market performance and trends

A look ahead: Hoteliers look forward to networking time with each other at these meetings. As lodging professionals, they share best practices and look together at what’s ahead for their community.

By the numbers: Here are some highlights discussed at the meeting: • Hot 2023 —YTD through March, total Rogers hotel revenue has soared 27.2% ahead of same period in 2022, blowing by pre-covid increases of 3-5% • End of year outlook: Collective wisdom amongst hoteliers projects an 8% revenue increase for 2023 when comparing to 2022 • Hoteliers planning for BBB: Survey of Rogers hoteliers said they expect to fill nearly 50% of their inventory during the Rogers Bikes Blues and BBQ motorcycle rally.

Our mission at work: As a division of the Rogers Lowell Chamber, Destination Rogers creates economic opportunities for our community by attracting meetings, conventions, tournaments, events, and leisure visitors to the city of Rogers and Northwest Arkansas region.

Special thank you to Janet Sampier, Director of Sales and Marketing at Hyatt Place Rogers, and her team for their hospitality.

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Your Interactive-Format QuickStart Guide to the Chamber | Register Now for July 19 (English) or September 14 (Spanish) A Program of

What’s happening: Are you a new member, an

El Tutorial de la Cámara es para usted si: es un

existing member who wants a refresher on member benefits, a recently hired employee who needs to learn about the Chamber or considering joining the Rogers Lowell Chamber?

• In English and Spanish: Come see us July 20 from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. for the Chamber Tutorial in English, formerly called Member Orientation. The Spanish session is September 14.

miembro nuevo o un miembro actual de la Cámara y quiere recordar los beneficios a los que puede acceder. Si es un nuevo empleado que necesita aprender sobre la membresía o está considerando unirse a la Cámara de Comercio del Área de Rogers-Lowell.

This interactive-format QuickStart Guide is designed and presented by members of the Chamber’s Small Business Council (SBC).

• Why it’s important: This helps us inform our members, prospects, and their new representatives about all the benefits for membership investment, explain how to best utilize the Chamber’s programs and staff, and review the mission-work we do behind the scenes to make Rogers, Lowell, and all of Northwest Arkansas an ideal place to visit, live, work, invest, and play.

Guía interactiva de inicio rápido: Esta diseñada y presentada por miembros del Concejo de Pequeñas Empresas (CPE) de la Cámara, el propósito de este evento es informar a los miembros, prospectos y nuevos representantes, acerca de todos los beneficios que ofrece su inversión en la membresía. Explica cómo utilizar mejor los programas y el personal de la Cámara. Aprenda de todo el trabajo que hace la Cámara tras bambalinas para hacer de Rogers, Lowell y todo el noroeste de Arkansas un lugar ideal para vivir, trabajar y divertirse.

Learn and network: Us this as an opportunity to get plugged in, grow awareness of your business, and learn how to make the most of your Chamber membership. Bring at least 25 of your business cards for networking opportunities.

Promote your business: If you would like to bring a door prize to give away to other attendees, please do so and turn it in to a Chamber staff member when you sign in.

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Chamber Picnic Food & Fun! We’re thankful for your generous support

Members, volunteers, friends & family: The Chamber staff expressed gratitude for all of the little things that our partners do for us (and big things, too) and also showed appreciation to the Chamber’s friends and family with our annual picnic June 2.

• Everyone enjoyed delicious food and fun at Ward Nail Park in Lowell! We hope you all enjoy these photos!

Showing our appreciation: Chamber members provide hours of community service, discounts on items for Chamber programs and donate everything from snacks to door prizes for Chamber events. We couldn’t do what we do without your help.

Thank you to our sponsors!

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Chamber’s Mission-Work Activating Leaders through High School L.E.A.D. Program

It’s our mission-work: L.E.A.D. Rogers, a Community Why it’s important: During the school year, monthly Development program of the Rogers Lowell Chamber, is a transformative leadership development initiative providing strategic support to underserved students in the Rogers Public High Schools. Program applications are open to the whole student body.

• L.E.A.D.: Leadership, Education, Advancement & Development

What happened: Throughout the 2022-2023 school year, the program offered students diverse opportunities to build a strong foundation of skills to help them achieve their life goals.

• Supported by local businesses and leaders, the Chamber provided guidance on various topics, while partnerships with higher educational institutions addressed specific concerns.

• Experiential learning entities helped students develop leadership skills, boosting their self-confidence and sense of worth.

sessions cover topics such as leadership development, emotional intelligence, community service, financial literacy, civic engagement, and entrepreneurship.

• Bottom line: Students learn valuable insights and life skills that extended beyond the classroom.

How it works: Collaboration with the Student Success Coordinators ensures effective communication with schools and students, creating a seamless flow of information and resources.

The program welcomes applications from the entire student body, ensuring inclusivity and equal opportunity for all.

And there’s more: The program is enriched to provide experiences that broaden students’ horizons and equip them with practical knowledge for personal and professional growth. For example: • Events and resources, such as guest speakers from diverse backgrounds (who had attended all three high schools).

• The Arvest Bank financial literacy workshop.

• The Leadership Retreat hosted by the Rogers Lowell Chamber, with the support of the Rogers Activity Center and Milestone Leadership.

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Final assessment: L.E.A.D. Rogers served as a crucial steppingstone for underserved students, fostering leadership skills and providing essential support.

• Why it matters: By shaping the next generation of leaders, the program empowered students to succeed academically and thrive in their future endeavors and provided four scholarships to students actively participating in the program to pursue post-secondary education.

How you can get involved: The L.E.A.D Rogers program keeps growing each year and welcomes community members to get involved in any way within their abilities.

Contact Geovanny Sarmiento and let’s start the conversation.

Special thanks to our volunteers and supporters: Jorge Andrade | Hight Jackson Associates Stuart Gower-Jackson and Kenny Williams | Pedal it Forward Ashley Matsumura | Best Friends Animal Society Rafael Castro | Gaby’s Bakery Karinna Rodriguez | Banco Sí Sarah Foster and her amazing team | Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Daisy Bonilla | Growing in Healing Gilbert Rodriguez and his dedicated team | Arvest Bank Bene Young | J.B. Hunt Heather Fox and her great team | Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas – Hotel, Spa & Convention Center Samantha Vital | Herrera Law Group Coleta Paris | Rogers Activity Center Erik Aguilar | SalviMex Food Truck

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We’re Helping Entrepreneurs

Do Business “Your Chamber is on a mission when it comes to helping small business and inspiring entrepreneurial development. We’re providing essential resources and just in time education to help start, run, and grow your business.”

Steve Cox, SVP Economic Development

Why it’s important: Though the nation’s largest

Curating resources: We partner with organizations

corporations get the spotlight, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration the reality is that most businesses in the U.S. are small businesses. In fact, there are an astounding 33.2 million small businesses across America.

that are invaluable resources for small business and entrepreneurial startups such as the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center, SCORE and Startup Junkie Consulting.

Making Connections: Our Small Business &

Getting the word out: we offer a variety of

Entrepreneurial Development mission-work creates programming and events to open doors to new connections for small businesses to succeed. Check out our business connect and networking events calendar.

affordable advertising and sponsorship opportunities to increase visibility and awareness of your business.

Responding to needs: We also engage with

Dig deeper: Let’s talk about how we can help your small business succeed. Call Steve Cox, SVP of Economic Development, at (479) 636-1240 or steve@rogerslowell.com.

our Small Business Council that serves as the Voice of Small Business. These volunteers guide our support and programming based upon your needs.

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Networking with a Purpose

Business After Hours is one of RLC’s biggest and most popular networking events, and this one has a special twist.

Networking with a Purpose brought together Chamber members and community leaders for an opportunity to network with local Nonprofit Organizations (NPOs) in a relaxed, informal atmosphere on June 15.

• By the numbers: A total of 150 people attended. There were nearly 30 exhibitors!

Why it’s important: NPOs set up booths and shared essential information about who they are and what they do.

• Serving business & community together: Organizations had the opportunity to showcase their mission, recruit volunteers, and offer chances for participants to give back to the community.

Who was there? 5Keys Financial Coaching, ARcare, Be the One Ministries, Beyond a Step, Beautiful Lives Boutique, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NWA, Center for Nonprofits at St. Mary’s, Child Care Aware of NWA, Children & Family Advocacy Center, Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Bentonville Donor Center, Community Clinic, Conexion de Negocios Latinos, Credit Counseling of Arkansas, Friends of Hobbs State Park – Conservation Area, Laundry Love of Rogers, The Music Education Initiative, Nicole’s House, Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter, Northwest Arkansas Human Resources Association Inc. (NOARK), Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter, NWA Center for Sexual Assault, Ozark Adaptive Sports Association, Paula’s Hope Inc., Remembering Nicholas Foundation, Rogers Public Library Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkoma, Single Parent Scholarship Fund of NWA and The Walton Arts Center.

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Downtown Rogers Merchant Meet-Up Explores New Workforce Development Tool Carte is an application coming soon to revolutionize hourly hiring.

Why it matters: The Meet-Up brings Downtown Rogers (DTR) business owners, managers, and staff together every month to connect, converse, and collaborate. All local businesses, not just downtown, are welcome to attend and participate.

One fun thing: KNWA photographer, Jacob Cotner, popped into the last event and created a news story about DTR businesses convening to make connections. Word is getting out about our Meet-Up!

What’s next: Join us Thursday, July 20 from 8:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. at Rogers Historical Museum’s Key

Wing. We have a special program presented by Andrea Roten with Carte.

• Carte is an application coming soon to revolutionize hourly hiring by matching employers and job seekers with a simple swipe.

• The app will help businesses fill hourly jobs across industries including hospitality (food & beverage, hotels), retail, healthcare, construction, and more.

• Founder, Andrea Roten, is launching Carte right here in Northwest Arkansas before going nationwide.

• Please join to support this local entrepreneur and learn how small businesses can grow their workforce.

Better Together: The monthly Downtown Rogers Merchant Meet-Up facilitates connections and collaborations among Downtown Rogers and other local businesses. Business owners, managers and staff are invited to this monthly get together. We believe we are all better when we work together! #GoDowntownRogers

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Convening for Care Hustle in Heels is partnering with Columbus House Brewery to support local women in need. #WomanOwned #WomanBrewed Feminine Hygiene Drive Thursday, July 13 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Columbus House Brewery: 701 W. North Street, Fayetteville Empowered women empower women: Join us for a fun evening and donate feminine hygiene products at Columbus House Brewery!

What we need: All sizes and varieties of: tampons, pads, liners, wipes, washes, etc.!

• All products will be donated to local women in need.

Let’s go! $5 ticket purchase required.

• Get tickets and learn more here!

• Can’t make it? Columbus House will have an onsite donation box available from now until the event.

Who are we? Hustle in Heels is an initiative of the Rogers Lowell Chamber dedicated to empowering, educating, and connecting women with a modern approach.

• No membership required—all are welcome! #HeelsNotRequired • Volunteer opportunity: Hustle in Heels will select the 2024 Committee in Fall/Winter 2023 • Programming: We host four quarterly luncheons per year and two social or pop-up events per month

Get Connected: Contact Skylar Rutherford at hih@rogerslowell.com with any questions! Tell your gal pals about Hustle in Heels and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn! • Subscribe to The Leading Lady bi-weekly newsletter here!

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Central Referral Connection to Celebrate its

7th Anniversary!

What’s happening: We’re celebrating the 7-year anniversary of Central Referral Connection (CRC) in Rogers, a popular networking program of the Rogers Lowell Chamber, on July 14!

Why it matters: CRC is a free business-to-business (B2B) networking and referral event for all Northwest Arkansas businesses. It helps our small business community make connections and generate leads.

• We meet at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Rogers each Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. and the Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Fayetteville each Friday at 9:00 a.m.

• Chamber staff member Susana Silva leads the group, which is open to both Chamber members and non members.

PRESENTING SPONSOR |

A month-long celebration: To help us celebrate all month long, Golden Corral will feature a special Continental Breakfast Buffet with assorted pastries, coffee, seasonal fruit, and more each week.

• Be sure to bring plenty of business cards and a door prize to promote your business!

VENUE SPONSOR |

GOLD SPONSOR |

JULY HOST SPONSOR |

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SIGNAGE SPONSOR |

September 16, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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Thursday, August 10 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Multicultural Experi ences for All Ages

Rogers High School 2300 S. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR

The NWA Community Showcase presented by PepsiCo is RLC’s free Downtown Rogers event celebrating our inclusive and welcoming community with fun, multicultural experiences for all ages that include:

Entertainment: Enjoy singing, dancing and artistical performances Arts & Culture: Explore exhibits, live art demonstrations, caricatures, make-your-own art station, face painting, photo booth selfies, temporary tattoos, and other fun, family activities

Foodie Adventure: Delicious cultural foods, free non-alcoholic drinks and snacks from PepsiCo, the ARVEST Bank hot dog stand, and the popular Battle of the Chefs competition

Outdoor Fun: Discover the new Playard for kids at Railyard Park, family games, and the inaugural Kids & Pet Parade with fun awards, prizes, and giveaways for participants

Marketplace: Get to know new places to shop by meeting our community’s diverse group of small businesses and entrepreneurs exhibiting their products and services in fun ways

LEARN MORE AT

www.RogersLowell.com

Register now at www.RogersLowell.com

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Focus on Community is a monthly feature sharing news and information about the businesses and people who make the RogersLowell Area a great place to live, work, play and invest.

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Arvest Million Meals Campaign Raises $101,791 for Local NWA Food Partners Giving back to NWA: Arvest bank conducted their 13th annual Million Meals campaign which is dedicated to raising money through special events and donation. This eight-week fundraiser collects donations from Arvest’s four-state banks with the goal of feeding those in need.

Million Meals: The campaign runs on the principle that $1 can provide up to five meals through the local food organizations across Arkansas, Southwest Missouri, and easter Oklahoma.

• By the numbers: This year’s donations totaled nearly half a million dollars representing 2,298,291 meals.

What they’re saying: Craig Shy, President of Arvest Fayetteville Region: “We continue to be amazed by the outpouring of support from customers, community members and associates. Through their help, we are now seeing contribution levels not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic. We are grateful for their role in fighting hunger throughout our communities and for helping us once again exceed our ‘million meals’ goal.”

Why it matters: According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Arkansas and Oklahoma are ranked among the top five states for the most food-insecure in the nation.

There is a need to help feed our communities and end food insecurity.

• This initiative has raised 4.1 million in funds since 2011 which equals 22.9 million meals.

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NWA Business Journal 2023 NWA Women in Business Class Announced

Photo Credit: The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal

NWA Business Journal has named its 2023 NWA Women in Business class.

This includes five women from Chamber partners: 1. Jules Gianneschi, SPHR, SHRM-SCP Senior Vice President of People at America’s Car-Mart Inc. in Rogers 2. Shannon Hendrix, MS, RD, LD, FACHE - Senior Vice President and Chief Administrator at Arkansas Children’s Northwest in Springdale 3. Suzanne Lantz - Vice President Design and Customer Services at The Stitt Group in Rogers 4. Gail Shepherd - Partner at Hight Jackson Associates in Rogers 5. Jill Wagar - Deputy Director at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville

How it works: The community submitted candidates for the 2023 class and Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s editorial staff selected the 10 women. Honorees were chosen based on their community involvement, awards, and qualifications. See the full list here.

Why it matters: The Rogers Lowell Chamber advocates empowering, educating, and connecting

women. Our Hustle in Heels initiative fulfills this statement. It’s important to celebrate these women who are an integral part in helping us serve business and community together.

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16 Chamber Partners Recognized in Top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas 16 Chamber Partners recognized in Top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas Congratulations to the following women who were among the Top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas: 1.

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Heather Albright, President of Bank of America Arkansas Krista Cupp, Vice President of Corporate & Community Affairs, Runway Group Marcy Doderer, President & CEO of Arkansas Children’s Sarah Goforth, Executive Director of Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at University of Arkansas Shannon Hendrix, MS, RD, LD, FACHE, Senior Vice President & Chief Administrator of Arkansas Children’s Northwest 6. Lexanne Horton, CFO of Ritter Communications 7. Toni Barger Lindsey, Director of Governmental Affairs & Leadership Arkansas Program Director, Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/Associated Industries of Arkansas 8. Meredith Lowry, Partner Wright Lindsey Jennings 9. Danyelle Musselman, Community Advocate 10. Creshelle Nash, Medical Director of Health Equity & Public Programs of Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield 11. Kim LaScola Needy, Dean of the College of Engineering, University of Arkansas 12. Jamie Pafford-Gresham, President of Pafford Medical Services 13. Katherine F. Pickus, Vice President of Sustainability & Global Impact of Tyson Foods 14. Shelley Simpson, President of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. 15. Rickie J. Smith, Director of Public Relations of Wright Lindsey Jennings 16. Denise Thomas, CEO of World Trade Center Arkansas

Backgrounder: The process started with over 600 submissions being sent in to the

Women’s Foundation of Arkansas (WFA), Arkansas Business Publishing Group, and Little Rock Soirée.

Afterwards 100 women were selected including 16 women who are Chamber partners.

• All Honorees will be celebrated at WFA’s 2023 Power of the Purse event and featured in a special publication in September.

What they’re saying: WFA CEO Anna Beth Gorman says: “The 100 women that appear on this list are impacting Arkansas today, and they are making it a better state for future generations. By sharing these stories in the Top 100 publication, we know that leaders across Arkansas will have the opportunity to learn the names of our state’s trailblazing women, and how they’re affecting change. Our goal is to inspire more women, businesses, and leaders to support and replicate change-making work.”

See the full list here.

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Children’s Miracle Network Raises More Than $5.9 Million for Arkansas Childrens

Miracle Day was celebrated on May 24 by the

What they’re saying: Taylor Speegle, Executive

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals) including Arkansas Children’s here in Arkansas. This day is dedicated to celebrating the children in CMN Hospitals and fundraising money to support: • critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services • innovative research • vital pediatric medical equipment • child life services and financial assistance for families

Director of Philanthropy for Arkansas Children’s Foundation: “We are grateful to each of our Children’s Miracle Network Hospital partners for their dedication in helping transform health care for the children of Arkansas and beyond.

Thanks to the hard work of hundreds of volunteers across the region, the funds raised will stay local and help make children better today and healthier tomorrow.”

Miracle Network local hospitals. This healthcare system is the only one in Arkansas that’s dedicated solely to caring for children. Arkansas Children’s Northwest is right here in NWA helping make the region the place where people want to live, work, and play.

important we support organizations like Arkansas Children’s that are helping build the future community: our children.

By ensuring those children have the proper health resources they need we can foster better communities for the future.

Why it matters: The Rogers Lowell Chamber’s mission Dig deeper: Arkansas Children’s is one of 170 Children’s states that we are dedicated to building community. It’s

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The 2023 Rogers Cycling Festival (RCF) is a great way to enjoy the beautiful scenery, roads, and trails of Rogers. In partnership with the City of Rogers, the RCF is a family-friendly event coming Saturday, September 9. Cyclists can bike Railyard Loop from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Cycling enthusiasts looking for a more challenging course can participate in the Enduro Race from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Before riding, be sure to check out the many booths set up featuring local businesses and grab complimentary merchandise and accessories.

Why it matters: The Rogers Cycling Festival brings the Presented by |

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cycling community together to experience something for everyone. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit cycling nonprofits and causes. A new study has shown that biking events improve the economy of our NWA region. Events like RCF help us give back to the community where people want to live, work, and play. In the past the festival has raised a total of more than $100,000.

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Digitally Yours: A Celebration of Art Made of Bits and Bytes It’s our mission-work: RLC works hard to attract new investment to our historic downtown community while also supporting small business growth with our unique programming.

RLC’s Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk provides a welcoming and diverse ThirdSpace to members of our community. In addition to extended hours in retail shops, art galleries and pop-up art exhibits are scheduled from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. on the 2nd Thursday of every month.

• Our Art Walk is also promoting Downtown Rogers as a destination location for arts, music, dance, and other interactive experiences.

What’s happening in July: We’re showcasing the talent of less traditional artists on July 13 in Downtown Rogers, specifically those who work in the digital realm: • Animators, illustrators, photographers, plasma cutter operators, and techies dabbling in AI art generators, and other creators of digital art.

Inspired by AI Appreciation Day: The theme of the July 13 event is Digitally Yours, A Celebration of Art Made of Bits and Bytes, inspired the annual celebration of Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day. • It’s celebrated (or cursed) each year on July 16. We know that some appreciate the day more than others, but it is an opportunity for everyone to understand it better.

AI Origins: While both promise and peril related to Artificial Intelligence, or AI, are heard daily, one would think it is a new invention. Its origin may surprise you.

• A Google search and quick read of Wikipedia (and what is more AI than Google and Wikipedia?) indicates the science first dates to the invention of a programmable digital computer in the forties followed by the founding of AI research during a workshop on the campus of Dartmouth College in 1956.

Harnessing imagination through digital: Locally, artist and musician, Dave Floyd of Bella Vista, recognized the potential of harnessing his imagination through digital mediums.

• Drawing inspiration from science fiction and fantasy literature, along with his affinity for music and nature, he embarked on a journey to blend these elements into cohesive and captivating imagery.

• Floyd immersed himself in the realm of digital art and is sharing it with other artists and patrons of art and technology.

• Floyd is one of several local artists giving art demonstrations and classes throughout 2023, in conjunction with RLC’s Art on the Bricks Art Walk, with support from a Thirds Space Placemaking Grant from Walmart Foundation.

• He is sharing the opportunity to use artificial intelligence software to introduce others to the exciting realm of AI generated art. For example, “The Coolest Cat in Town,” an AI generative portrait printed on a 24” x 28” canvas, depicts musician Bob Dylan personified as a feline, sold within minutes during the June Art on the Bricks Art Walk.

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• His enthusiasm for art will again be readily available as he demonstrates the technology in an interactive display at the Rogers Experimental House, 121 W Walnut Street in Rogers, during upcoming workshops offered by Art on the Bricks Art Walk and Artists of Northwest Arkansas at Rogers Experimental House.

Other featured local artists: These artists enlisted digital technology when creating art and are offering live demonstrations as they sketch on their iPads to create original images or manipulate photographs they have taken with digital cameras.

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Meenashi Chandran, Bentonville Tom Day, Fayetteville Katie Gibbs Catherine Goenner, Rogers Angie Gomez, Rogers

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Melissa Milton of Fayetteville Alan Simmons of Bella Vista Ron Tilman, Rogers Atalissa Webb, Siloam Springs

Another creative individual, Dana Hill: also of Bella Vista, has a unique way to use digital technology and it has enabled the former art teacher to continue to create as she ages. Artists Dana Hill and Beverly McLarty (Beverly Burrows now), collaborate digitally to create art. It was displayed in July at Ozark Beer Company in the 2nd Floor gallery space above the taproom.

• Hill works as a “ghost painter” for Beverly McLarty Burrows, who was well-known in Arkansas as an artist. Burrows, who now lives in Tennessee, is no longer able to create using paint and brushes.

Instead, the two artists collaborate via Facebook Messenger – with Burrows doing most of the design and Hill doing the painting. The finished pieces are signed Bevdana.

• The Ozark Beer Company exhibit will include works by Bevdana and Dana Hill throughout the month of July.

But wait, there’s more: Traditional art will be on display in more than a dozen galleries, shops and restaurants that partner with area artists to highlight the creative talent of members of our community.

• Meet artists and crafters of all mediums and support the local creative economy in Downtown Rogers.

• July Art Walk Highlights | CLICK HERE for the interactive map.

The monthly event is coordinated by Rogers Lowell Chamber in partnership with Destination Rogers and business owners and area non-profit organizations and participating artists from across Northwest Arkansas and beyond.

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Chamber Business Connect & Educational Events The Rogers Lowell Chamber hosts a variety of events to help build your network and learn.

Below are the upcoming events to note. For more event details and to register, visit us online at RogersLowell.com.

Every Wednesday in Rogers

Every Friday in Fayetteville

Presented By | Equity Business Solutions JULY Host Sponsor | Lamar Advertising Company Location | Golden Corral Address | 2605 W Pleasant Crossing Dr. | Rogers If you are looking to connect to businesses in Northwest Arkansas, come and join us for coffee, breakfast snacks and great connections.

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Presented By | Printova Sign & Graphics Location | Golden Corral Address | 4507 North College Ave. | Fayetteville If you are looking to connect to businesses in Northwest Arkansas, come and join us for coffee, breakfast snacks and great connections.

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Presented By | Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield and SERVPRO Hosted By | Startup Junkie Foundation Location |baked by kori Address | 128 S 2nd St. | Rogers

Presented By | T-Mobile Partner | Tyson Location | Downtown Rogers Businesses

Set your alarm early, and join us for Coffee Connection, an awesome

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Art on the Bricks Art Walk showcases the art of regional artists while

morning business-building networking event!

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ADDRESS | Rogers Lowell Chamber 317 West Walnut, Rogers Designed and presented by members of the Chamber’s Small Business Council (SBC), this event’s purpose is to inform members, prospects, and new representatives of all the benefits their membership investment, explain how to best utilize the Chamber’s programs and staff, and review all of the work the Chamber does behind the scenes to make Rogers, Lowell, and all of Northwest Arkansas an ideal place to live, work, and play.

presenting Sponsor | Promenade Commons Hosted By | Arthur Murray Dance Center Address | 4200 W. Green Acres Road, Ste. 302 | Rogers Business After Hours has proven to be the Chamber’s biggest and most popular ongoing networking event! Grab a stack of business cards and come enjoy making new connections as you unwind after a day’s work.

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