Arkansas Money & Politics is proud to introduce its list of Influencers for 2024, those who inspire us all to reach higher, achieve more and improve things in our communities. Within this list, find leaders in the corporate, nonprofit and public-service spaces — people who provide jobs, feed the state’s economy and provide a hand up to those who need it.
The individuals on this list were handpicked by a blue ribbon panel, who culled hundreds of nominations down to the final listing. They represent not only the best of what they do, but the present and future leaders of our state, who work for the good of us all. As the state’s leading publication focused on the business, community and policy, AMP is proud to shine a bright spotlight on these outstanding achievers and their accomplishments.
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Bobby Gosser Jr.
President and CEO
Baldwin & Shell Construction Co.
Bobby Gosser Jr. joined Baldwin & Shell Construction Co. in 1987, scaling the ranks from estimator to president and CEO. His notable achievements include recognitions such as Estimator and Recruiter of the Year from the American Society of Professional Estimators and Chairman of the Year from the Associated General Contractors of America in Arkansas. A member of ASPE and AGC Arkansas Chapter and current board member of the latter, Gosser is involved in the Ford Next Generation Learning Committee and participated in the Minority-owned Business Enterprises Construction Mentoring Program. Gosser committed to community service in his hometown of North Little Rock, where he has chaired the North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce and the Heflin Family YMCA. In North Little Rock, he has also served in the Burns Park Athletic Association, the Rotary Club and as a board member of the North Little Rock School District. He is also a Little Rock Regional Chamber board member. Gosser has a Bachelor of Arts from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia and a Bachelor of Science in construction management from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. He is an active member of New Life Church Greater Little Rock. He is certified in health care construction, possesses a commercial environmental certification, and has been recognized by Arkansas Money & Politics and other publications. He recently received the Ouachita Baptist University Alumni Milestone Award.
