More and more, the emerging workforce — Millennials, Gen-Z and even Gen-X to some extent — say their happiness and well-being means more to them than their salary, and a healthy work-life balance is something that can’t be compromised. It’s…
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- MagazineMarch 2022
2022 AMP C-Suite: Curtis Barnett, Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield CEO
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffCurtis Barnett Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Curtis Barnett serves as president and chief executive officer for Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, which serves more than 2 million members nationwide. Barnett leads Arkansas Blue Cross’ efforts to help…
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Forge Institute Launches Cybersecurity Program for Small Businesses
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffForge Institute of Little Rock has launched a new program designed to give small and mid-sized businesses valuable cyber and information security guidance. The unique program, “Ask a CISO,” makes available a variety of experts and security leaders to answer…
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Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame Announces 2021 Inductees
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame announced its 2021 class of inductees, honored recently at the University of Central Arkansas. The 2021 Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame inductees are: The Hon. Greg Standridge (1967-2017), Russellville Arkansas State Senator President, CSI…
Power Women 2021: Alison Melson Vice President, Corporate Marketing Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield What’s your secret to success? My parents instilled in me a strong work ethic. I’ve been fortunate to have always been surrounded by incredible people…
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Op-Ed: What you should know about monoclonal antibodies in the battle to fight the COVID-19 virus
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, medical providers are discovering new tools to battle the deadly virus. One of these tools is monoclonal antibodies, also known as mAbs. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted emergency use authorization (EUA) of two monoclonal antibody treatments…
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Blue & You Foundation Awards $3.63M to 41 Organizations Across Arkansas
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas recently announced that 41 initiatives in Arkansas will receive grants totaling $3,360,327, that will directly impact 71 of Arkansas’ 75 counties. The Blue & You Foundation is a charitable foundation established…
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Bazzel, Sullivan Among 14 New Ark. Sports Hall of Fame Board Members
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame (ASHOF) announced Thursday morning the appointment of 14 new members to its board of directors. The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, incorporated on Aug. 16, 1958. The Hall of…
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Blue Cross Names Downs Pollard Vice President of NW Arkansas Market
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffMartine Downs Pollard of Rogers has been named Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s vice president for the Northwest Arkansas market. Pollard will be the company’s senior leader in Northwest Arkansas, working closely with local businesses, healthcare providers and community-based…
- BusinessCultureMagazineSeptember 2021
AMP’s Diversity in the Workplace 2021
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffIt’s our differences that make us unique, and this uniqueness makes us stronger. This month, Arkansas Money & Politics is recognizing those companies that have embraced diversity in their workplace. This diversity takes many forms, from skin color to sexual…