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Westrock Coffee to Go Public Following Merger with Riverview Acquisition
by AMP Staff April 4, 2022
by AMP Staff April 4, 2022
Westrock Coffee announced Monday its plan to go public, following a merger with Riverview Acquisition Corp., upping Westrock’s enterprise value to approximately $1.086 billion at $10 per share. The proposed business merger will allow Westrock Coffee to speed up the…
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FedEx Founder Fred Smith Steps Down, New President/CEO Named
by AMP Staff March 29, 2022
by AMP Staff March 29, 2022
FedEx announced Monday that, effective June 1, current Chairman and CEO Frederick W. Smith will step down from the position to become executive chairman. Smith will be succeeded by Raj Subramaniam, current FedEx president and COO. Smith and Subramaniam will…
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SPOTLIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS: Professional Shear Sharpener, Jack Wilks August 12, 2022
Featured photo: Professional shear sharpener Jack Wilks (left) poses next to one of his biggest clients, Alexander, of Alexander’s Salon in North Little Rock As a professional standup comic for 26 years, running with some of the most inventive and… The post SPOTLIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS: Professional Shear Sharpener, Jack Wilks appeared first on AMP.
Baptist Health Cuts Ribbon on PACE Adult Day Health Center August 12, 2022
On Aug. 12, Baptist Health PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) welcomed the community to its new, state-of-the-art Adult Day Health Center on Springhill Drive near Baptist Health’s hospital campus in North Little Rock. Previously known as… The post Baptist Health Cuts Ribbon on PACE Adult Day Health Center appeared first on […]
City Year Announces AmeriCorps Members, Board Additions August 12, 2022
City Year Little Rock is continuing in its mission of advancing educational equity in Arkansas this year with the help of 20 AmeriCorps members and two alumni– Amanda Richardson Nipper and Madhav Shroff, who recently joined the board and both… The post City Year Announces AmeriCorps Members, Board Additions appeared first on AMP.
NWA Technology Summit Announces Keynote Speakers, Agenda August 12, 2022
With the Northwest Arkansas Technology Summit just 65 days away, the event has released a sneak peak of its agenda for Oct. 16-18 in downtown Bentonville. This year’s summit presenters feature industry leaders in mobility & supply chain, cybersecurity, health… The post NWA Technology Summit Announces Keynote Speakers, Agenda appeared first on AMP.
Walton College of Business Renames Supply Chain Department to J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management August 12, 2022
The University of Arkansas announced this morning (Aug. 12) that the Sam M. Walton College of Business’ program for studying supply chain, which has been ranked No. 1 in North America by Gartner, Inc., has been officially renamed to the… The post Walton College of Business Renames Supply Chain Department to J.B. Hunt Transport Department […]
Gov. Hutchinson Signs Special Session Bills August 11, 2022
Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed two bills into law today following their passage at the recent special session of the Arkansas State Legislature. The first bill continued his policy of lowering taxes, while the second created a new School Safety Grant… The post Gov. Hutchinson Signs Special Session Bills appeared first on AMP.
U.S. Department of Transportation Awards Conway $24.6M for Connect Conway Greenway Trail August 11, 2022
The city of Conway announced recently that it has been awarded $24.6 million by the United States Department of Transportation to construct the Connect Conway greenway trail with funding from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary… The post U.S. Department of Transportation Awards Conway $24.6M for Connect Conway Greenway Trail appeared […]
Kelley to Open Athletic Development Center for Children August 11, 2022
With nearly three decades of experience working with athletes from 12 years old through high school, nine-time state championship football coach Kevin Kelley saw a gap to be filled when it came to development opportunities for younger children. Kelley hopes… The post Kelley to Open Athletic Development Center for Children appeared first on AMP.
Dr. Jonathan Bradshaw, Sporting Dog Veterinarian – a Concierge Approach for a Higher Standard of Care August 11, 2022
For sporting dogs and the people who love them, their work isn’t your average game of fetch – and when it comes to taking good care of those hard-working pups, Dr. Jonathan Bradshaw, DVM, isn’t your average veterinarian. Raised in… The post Dr. Jonathan Bradshaw, Sporting Dog Veterinarian – a Concierge Approach for a Higher […]
Forge Institute Names Nickels as First Chief of Staff August 11, 2022
The Forge Institute, a national leader in cybersecurity based in Little Rock, announced Aug. 10, that Air Force veteran Wes Nickels has been named the organization’s first Chief of Staff. His new position will allow him to continue his commitment… The post Forge Institute Names Nickels as First Chief of Staff appeared first on AMP.