On Aug. 5, Walmart announced that it is acquiring Volt Systems, a technology company that provides suppliers with enhanced on-demand visibility into merchandising resources. The technology company describes itself as specializing in “omnichannel engagement” with an eye towards “human-led interactions,”…
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Ritter Communications Awards $50,000 Grant to St. Bernards Foundation
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffRitter Communications and The Ernest and Anna Ritter Family Endowment have made a donation of $50,000 to the St. Bernards Foundation in Jonesboro to support the healthcare needs of the local community, according to an announcement from the Little Rock-based…
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Shelley Simpson Named President of J.B. Hunt Transport
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffJ.B. Hunt Transport Services has named Shelley Simpson as its new president, effective Aug. 1, 2022, the company announced on Wednesday. Simpson has served 15 of her 28 total years at J.B. Hunt in executive leadership roles. Prior to her…
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NW Arkansas’ CACHE Hosting Communications Week July 18-22
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchange (CACHE) of Northwest Arkansas is currently hosting its ‘Communications Week,’ featuring artists, nonprofits and creative businesses for its Year of Learning & Outreach. With over 15 different speakers and workshops throughout the week, the…
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Hill-Chandler Named Chief DEI Officer at Southern Bancorp
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffSouthern Bancorp recently made a new addition to its leadership team as LaTricia Hill-Chandler has been named the new Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Officer, according an official press release from the Arkadelphia-based CDFI. “We are thrilled to welcome…
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Riceland Attends Ribbon Cutting at Arkansas FFA Camp Couchdale
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffOn Wednesday, July 13, representatives from Riceland Foods took part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside Arkansas Future Farmers of America (FFA) leaders and educators to dedicate the newly-completed renovation of the Fletcher Leadership Center at Camp Couchdale in Hot Springs.…
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President Biden’s Sister to Present Memoir at Rotary Club of Little Rock
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffValerie Biden Owens, President Joe Biden’s younger sister, will be visiting Little Rock on Tuesday, July 19, as part of the promotion of her memoir, Growing Up Biden. The Rotary Club of Little Rock – club 99 – will welcome…
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Former Samsung, Sony Exec Named President and COO of First Orion
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffJoseph Stinziano, a former top executive at Samsung and Sony, has joined First Orion, a North Little Rock-based provider of branded communication solutions for businesses, as the company’s president and chief operating officer. In his new role, Stinziano will leverage…
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Influencer Chris Bell-Davis to Lead New MHP/Team SI Content Studio
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffLittle Rock-based marketing agency MHP/Team SI has launched its new Content Studio, a hub that invites brands to think like online creators by innovating social media strategies with engaging content and trending videos. The agency has hired local influencer Chris…
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Real Estate Investor Financing Company Kiavi Expands into Arkansas
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffKiavi, a provider of financing to real estate investors (REIs), recently expanded its products to Arkansas along with Alabama and Wisconsin. Robust capital, competitive rates and flexible financing solutions from Kiavi allow REIs to confidently maximize returns and focus on…