Congratulations to the 52 graduates of Leadership Greater Little Rock Class XXXIX! 🎓 We look forward to seeing the positive impact you'll make in our community!
Applications are now open for Leadership Greater Little Rock Class XL. If you're ready to make a difference and join an inspiring network of leaders, apply now at https://www.littlerockchamShow More
It was an exciting day at the Small Business Impact Awards, presented by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center! Today we celebrated the incredible achievements of our local small businesses. Congratulations to all the winners!
🏆 Health & Wellness Small Business of the Year, presented by Baptist Health: H.E.R. Counseling & Wellness
🏆 Love Little Rock, presented by Content Titan: Fancyful Parties
🏆 Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year, presented by Bank of America: The Croissanterie
🏆 Community Impact of the Year, presented by BOND.AI: Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund
🏆 Small Business of the Year, presented by Apartment Hunters: Ghidotti Communications
Thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting these exceptional small businesses. Your dedication and hard work make a difference in our community! #LoveLittleRock
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🌟📢 Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Applications for Leadership Greater Little Rock (LGLR) Class XL open on April 1, 2024, and we're looking for passionate individuals who are eager to connect with a diverse group of leaders and contribute to the betterment of our community.
Over nine months, from October to June, you'll embark on a journey of growth and discovery, engaging with leaders across business, nonprofit, and government sectors. Each month, you'll dive into new topics at various central Arkansas locations through expert speakers, panel discussions, tours, and more.
Contact Kellen Davis at kdavis@littlerockchamber.com to be notified when the Class XL application goes live.
#LeadershipGreaterLittleRock #LGLRClassXL #LeadershipDevelopment #CommunityImpact #ApplyNow
WE'RE HIRING! Are you a team-minded, results-driven professional who can manage content creation, communications, and marketing strategies? We'd love you to join our team!
Apply here: https://bit.ly/LRRC_Careers
🌞🕰️ As we get ready to spring forward this weekend, we're curious about how you feel about this time-honored tradition! Let's have a bit of fun with it:
How do you plan to use that extra hour of daylight in the evenings?
A) Dive into a new outdoor hobby or activity 🏃♂️🚴♀️
B) Enjoy more time with family and friends outdoors 🌳👨👩👧👦
C) Capture the perfect sunset photos 📸🌅
D) Just appreciate the longer days from the comfort of my couch 🛋️☀️
Cast your vote and let us know in the comments how you're planning to make the most of the longer days ahead. Don't forget to spring forward, and here's to soaking up every last bit of sunshine! ☀️🌼
#DaylightSavingTime #SpringForward #LoveLittleRock
Do you #LoveLittleRock? Then help us make sure it stays beautiful! 💪🌸Organizations and groups throughout Little Rock will be cleaning up their neighborhoods on Saturday, March 9 from 8 a.m. to noon, and you can join the kickoff event with Keep Little Rock Beautiful at Interstate Park.
👟 Dress Code: Be ready for the weather, wear boots or sturdy shoes, and expect to get a bit dirty.
💧 Stay Hydrated: Don't forget your refillable water bottle.
🧤 Gear Up: If you've got gloves and litter grabbers, bring them along. No worries if not, we'll provide trash bags, disposable gloves, litter grabbers, safety vests, and volunteer t-shirts (while supplies last).
Can't wait to see you there, making a difference in our community! https://bit.ly/KLRBCities
#KeepLittleRockBeautiful #CommunityCleanUp #KAB
Central Arkansas's metropolitan planning organization, Metroplan, has announced plans for an estimated $279 million, 222-mile trail network to connect cities across the region. The system will feature "scenic and direct sidepaths and trails" across Faulkner, Lonoke, Pulaski, and Saline counties, extending existing paths and developing new ones. The goal is not only to provide picturesque views but also to make biking and walking a viable transportation option that is open to everyone in the region.
🌞🤝 ATTENTION BUSINESSES! The City of Little Rock has a fantastic opportunity for our youth to gain firsthand experience in the workforce during the summer months -- and they need your help.
By welcoming these young minds into your organizations, you're tasked with teaching them the value of earning a wage and guiding them along a pathway to productive and rewarding employment.
Join us in this enriching initiative! Become a community business partner and invest in the potential of our youth. It's more than just a job; it's an investment in their future and the prosperity of Little Rock.
The deadline to apply is May 3 --> https://bit.ly/3OUePUa
#SummerYouthEmployment #LoveLittleRock #CommunityPartnership
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame has honored the legacy of accomplished African Americans with Arkansas roots since 1993. TONIGHT (February 22), in partnership with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, they invite you to experience a powerful 40-year retrospective of a career that has boldly tackled themes of politics, social conflict, and racial divide through captivating artwork. It's called “Pushing Forward: Politics, Social Conflict & Racial Divide in the Art of Kevin Cole.” 🖼️
After the presentation, indulge in a meet-the-artist reception, where you can ask Mr. Cole questions and get to know the visionary behind the canvas.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SLJl3F
#KevinCole #ArkansasBlackHallofFame #BlackHistoryMonth
Our team is working diligently to advance the development of a “shovel-ready” 1000+ acre supersite to attract a generational economic development project that could lead to thousands of new jobs and the potential for billions in private investment for Central Arkansas.
After years of planning and behind-the-scenes work, 2024 will be a monumental year for the supersite as land acquisition is expected to be completed, as well as the construction of an industrial grade road, a new rail track, decommissioning of on-site structures, completion of necessary due diligence studies, and the development of critical utility infrastructure to serve the site.
#LoveLittleRock #ActBigThinkBig #EconomicDevelopment
TQL Total Quality Logistics, the second-largest freight brokerage in North America and one of the largest global third-party logistics firms, is expanding its national presence with a new office in Little Rock, Arkansas. The company will be creating 80 new jobs at its Little Rock location.
#newjobs #economicdevelopment #lovelittlerock #freightbrokerage
@TQLogistics, the second-largest freight brokerage in North America, is expanding its national presence with a new office in Little Rock, Arkansas. The company will be creating 80 new jobs at its Little Rock location.
With election season on the horizon, navigating the complexities of political discussions in the workplace becomes a critical skill for employers. To ensure your workplace remains informed and respectful, join us for our free Take a Break & Educate: Politics in the Workplace webinar on Wednesday, March 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Daveante Jones and Stuart Jackson from the Wright Lindsey Jennings Labor & Employment team will guide you through the legal consequences of not addressing these matters appropriately and provide insights on achieving a balanced approach that respects all viewpoints while minimizing legal risks.
Register here: https://bit.ly/TABEMarch2024
In response to the growth of local companies, the Little Rock Regional Chamber identified a critical need for talent attraction. The Little Rock Love Connection Program was launched on May 1, 2023 (501 Day) and was strategically designed to allure out-of-state professionals with potential ties to Arkansas.
Through this initiative, the Chamber received resumes from 37 states and 9 countries.
We will continue to act big in the talent attraction and workforce development space, recognizing that a skilled and diverse workforce is crucial for our growing region.
Learn more here: littlerockchamber.com/page/developing-talent
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#LoveLittleRock #ActBigThinkBig #EconomicDevelopment
Join us at Cantina Laredo on Tuesday, February 20 for a networking lunch like no other. #TastyTuesday is your chance to mingle with fellow business professionals, explore collaborations, and enjoy delicious food!
📌 Lunch is on you, but please register so we can make sure the restaurant is prepared: https://bit.ly/TastyTuesdayFeb2024
The Ambassadors of the Little Rock Regional Chamber will be there to welcome you and spark connections. Just drop in anytime and stay as long as you'd like. See you there!
#Networking #LoveLittleRock #LittleRockRegionalChamber #ambassadors
In December, Elopak announced its selection of Little Rock for a $70 million facility after evaluating 25 locations across 5 states. In the final stages of the project, Little Rock was not the biggest site considered. In fact, it was the smallest, but “it acted big, it thought big,” according to Reinard Dreesmann, the company’s Vice President for the Americas. Over the next 10 weeks, we’ll reveal ways Little Rock is #actingbig and how we're #thinkingbig about the future of our region.
Learn more: https://youtu.be/xijHCGXrnmQ
"If you employ people, do not take them for granted. If you aspire to a better job, there is a wide-open path, especially if you are eager to acquire new skills." 👷♂️📈💼
A new report from Metroplan finds that the Little Rock regional economy has stabilized in the aftermath of COVID-19, and local unemployment hit a historic low of 2.3 percent in April and May 2023. The Leisure/Hospitality and Health/Education sectors have emerged as the champions of job growth over the past year. 💪
Dive into the full report here: https://bit.ly/3Oz09tg
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#LoveLittleRock #economicrecovery #careeropportunities #talentinitiatives
👐 We hope everyone left our #FinalFriday networking lunch with a renewed sense of making a difference! ARVAC, Inc. enlightened us about Lake Point Recovery and Wellness in Russellville, a facility dedicated to supporting individuals dealing with substance use disorders. Their comprehensive approach, covering conflict resolution, parenting skills, employment readiness, and more, empowers those on their journey toward a life of recovery.
Thanks to this month's host, Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association - ACAAA, which serves as the hub for ARVAC and 13 other community-based private, nonprofit organizations that provide assistance to low- to moderate-income individuals across the state.
We can't wait to see you at next month's Final Friday, hosted by Bank OZK, on Friday, February 23 --> https://bit.ly/FinalFriday_Feb2024
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#networking #lovelittlerock #community
HAPPY NATIONAL PEANUT BUTTER DAY!
As soon as you step out of your car in the parking lot of the SKIPPY Peanut Butter production facility in Little Rock, you're hit with the strong and delicious smell of peanuts. 🥜 That's because approximately 800,000 pounds of peanuts are brought to the plant by rail car each day, translating into more than 3.5 MILLION pounds of peanut butter each week in 11 varieties. So, if you have a jar of Skippy in your pantry, just remember that it's all thanks to Metro Little Rock's extensive rail system for deliveries and distribution.
The Skippy facility opened in 1977 and it has succeeded over the past few decades because of the innovative spirit of our area's workforce and our ability to adapt and streamline production to stay ahead of the curve in modern food processing. It's why we are thrilled to say Happy National Peanut Day!
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#HappyNationalPeanutButterDay #EconomicDevelopment #LoveLittleRock
What’s the best way to understand, communicate, and connect with an eager audience?
Join the Little Rock Regional Chamber, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and Habitat for Humanity of Central Arkansas for our first Cultivate Professional Development session of 2024, presented by Baptist Health.
Our panelists will share "Tools to Become a Public Speaking Professional" on Wednesday, February 7 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Clinton Presidential Library.
UA Little Rock's Leadership Academy's Sarah Clements will guide you in a workshop on effective ways to adapt to your audience and ease presentation angst. Cultivating an effective presentation can lead to a myriad of positive next steps.
We’ve also invited Kelly Fleming, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Central Arkansas, to share her insight on how she has used public speaking in her different roles throughout her 20+ years of work in nonprofit organizations.
Join us at our first Cultivate series of 2024, presented by Baptist Health, on Wednesday, February 7, from noon to 1 p.m. Delta Dental of Arkansas powers the Q&A sessions to ensure we all feel engaged and connected.
Tickets can be purchased here: https://bit.ly/Cultivate2024_PublicSpeaking
