What is an influencer? Simply put, it is one who wields influence, no social media account needed. They are the people, be they civil leaders, CEOs, or media personalities, who see something they want to do and have the skills,…
AMP Influencers of the Year
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Catalyst, Leader, Influencer: Darrin Williams Found His Purpose at Southern Bancorp
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe 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…
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All in the Family: Shayla Copas Lifestyle Adds Familiar Face as COO
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain HebdaShayla Copas Lifestyle has grown from a single idea into a thriving collection of national lifestyle brands. Built by its namesake, the venture has blossomed into five branded startups leading Copas, a well-known Little Rock entrepreneur, author and style agent,…
- Business servicesFinance & BankingJanuary 2022Magazine
Paragould Partisan: William Brewer Stayed Home, Stayed in Banking and Thrived
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…
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AMP Influencers of the Year 2022
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffInfluencers 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…
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Forecasting Hope: Former Weatherman Answers Call with New Life Church, Home Again Pine Bluff
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain HebdaMatt Mosler is still known to many as a weatherman, albeit one of the “whatever-happened-to” variety. And in a way, he still is, even as he has transitioned to the pastorate full time. The only difference is, instead of reporting…
- Health CareJanuary 2022Magazine
Making a Difference: Shannon Hendrix Prioritizes ‘Well-being’ at Arkansas Children’s Northwest
Who wants a career where the main goal is to make others successful? Shannon Hendrix does. As senior vice president and administrator of Arkansas Children’s Northwest, her role is twofold. She oversees the operation of the entire hospital and drives…
My favorite list each year is also the first — AMP’s Influencers of the Year. This list was created to recognize those Arkansas leaders — business, nonprofit, political — who truly have an influence on their industries and communities. It’s…
2022 AMP Influencer: Larry Middleton EVP, Stephens Capital Management Who or what has been a source of inspiration for you? From my earliest memories, my parents included me in our family and business decision-making process, and by the age of…
2022 AMP Influencer: Anne Marie Doramus Vice President, Arkansas Bolt Co. Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner Who or what has been a source of inspiration for you? I am inspired most by Arkansans’ deeply rooted tradition of hunting and fishing…