Finance & Banking

Stephens Inc. announced Thursday its multi-year sponsorship of LPGA Tour member Brooke Matthews, a former all-American golfer for the University of Arkansas. As part of the agreement, the Stephens logo will appear on Matthews’ golf apparel during tournament play through…

Bank OZK released results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2021 on Thursday. Highlights include: Strong Net Income. Bank officials said the $149.8 million of net income for the fourth quarter was among its best ever, and the…

Arkansans all over the state have claimed big prizes already in 2022 thanks to the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery. Mark Deavers of Conway purchased a winning Natural State Jackpot ticket at Doublebee’s on Highway 64 East in Conway for the Jan.…

The term “influencer” is used a lot these days. It’s a term that has completely evolved, thanks to social media marketing. Once reserved for those who possess a nuanced quality of affecting the actions of others, the term has now…

William Brewer intended to make his fortune in the gasoline industry, but history butted in, and he found his fame in banking instead. Brewer’s family had owned gasoline and propane distributorships in southeast Missouri and northeast Arkansas as well as…

Stone Bank has announced that Jeremy Davis has been promoted to President of the bank’s Farm Service Division (FSA). His duties will include management of the portfolio that includes all areas of government-guaranteed agricultural loans with a specialized focus on…

Influencers come in many shapes and sizes. Influencers can be mentors, CEOs, teachers. Their influence can be effectively subtle or dynamic; they can influence overtly or otherwise. But they all share one common denominator — they are leaders. Arkansas Money…

Angelica Barola has joined AgHeritage Farm Credit Services as a Loan Accounting Specialist. She will be working out of the company’s central office in Little Rock. “We’re excited to welcome Angelica to our team,” said AFCS Controller, Chris Hanner. “The expertise she…

Generations Bank has promoted Randy Torres to Market President for the Siloam Springs market. In his new role, Torres will oversee operations, lending and deposit relationships growth, and community involvement for the Siloam Springs market. “Randy is a longtime resident of the Siloam…

Southern Bancorp added two new members to its leadership team. Kenya Davenport joins the CDFI as the organization’s Chief of Staff, and Will Lambe joins as Chief Strategy Officer. “I’m excited to welcome both Kenya and Will to Southern Bancorp’s leadership…