Asked for the most impactful element of her rise from teller to the executive leadership ranks with Arvest Bank, Tanya James has a ready answer. She asked for it. “For me, I’ve been very clear on communicating career goals. I…
September 2021
- Finance & BankingMagazineSeptember 2021
Quality Over Quantity: Respect, Hard Work Clear Path for Simmons Bank’s Carole Smith
When it comes to women in banking, the number in leadership roles is a classic example of quality over quantity. Women in top-tier positions may still be a rare occurrence, but the few who get there are certainly exceptional. Among…
- BusinessBusiness & FinanceFinance & BankingMagazineSeptember 2021
AMP’s 2021 Power Women in Banking
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe executives recognized in AMP’s list of 2021 Power Women in Banking were nominated by readers. In a male-dominated industry, their perseverance, hard work and expertise have propelled them to influential positions in Arkansas banking and finance. We’re proud to…
- Health & ScienceHealth CareHealthcareMagazineSeptember 2021
The Siege: Arkansas Hospitals Dig In with Latest COVID Wave
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain Hebda“Same song, second verse.” Larry Shackelford, president and CEO of Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, balks at the phrase as it relates to the latest round of COVID-19 variants. There are similarities between the events of 2020 and 2021,…
- Business servicesEntrepreneurshipMagazineMedia/MarketingReal estateRetail/restaurantsSeptember 2021Small businessTourism
Reimagining Downtown Rogers: Entertainment District Brings New Excitement to Community
by Kayla McCallby Kayla McCallThe Railyard Entertainment District, new to the city of Rogers, represents an effort to strengthen the downtown area. Local businesses, such as Club Frisco, The Foreman and Parkside Public, are cultivating excitement for the district’s potential moving forward. Opened this…
- BusinessBusiness servicesFinance & BankingMagazineSeptember 2021Technology
Modern-Day Bank Robbers: Financial Institutions Use Multiple Layers of Security to Keep Customers’ Data Safe
Customer financial data has high value with the criminals of the world, which means banks and other financial institutions have to be constantly evaluating and evolving to keep customers’ information safe. “Our customers rely on us to protect their data…
- Business servicesEntrepreneurshipFinance & BankingMagazineSeptember 2021Small businessTechnology
Venture Center Accelerator Programs Boosting Fintech Space
by Emily Beirneby Emily BeirneGetting off on the right foot is undoubtedly a science, especially when it comes to starting a business. The right resources, a solid plan of action and experience are only a few components that entrepreneurs must consider when taking that…
- BusinessBusiness & FinanceFinance & BankingMagazineSeptember 2021
AMP’s 2021 Best Financial Advisors
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffFinancial advisors help put their clients in a position to make money work for them instead of chasing it their entire lives. Arkansas Money & Politics asked readers to reveal their favorite financial advisors, and they delivered. The professionals listed…
- GovernmentMagazinePoliticsSeptember 2021Tourism
Digs of the Deal: Ghosts of the Past at Camden’s McCollum-Chidester House
One of the most pivotal wars in the history of the United States was the Civil War, and one of the most important strongholds in the South was located in the business-savvy town of Camden, Arkansas. The trading center for…
- MagazineRetail/restaurantsSeptember 2021Small businessTourism
Back in Business: Little Rock’s Venerable White Water Tavern Predates ‘Dive-bar Cool’
by Kelley Bassby Kelley BassTravis Hill wasn’t in the market to buy a bar. Far, far from it. But the White Water Tavern, which reopened in August, isn’t your run-of-the-mill bar. Far, far from it. “This is like a church for me,” Hill said…