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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Howard Hurst
President
Tipton & Hurst
Howard Hurst spent his childhood working with the family business and is proud to carry on that tradition as president of Tipton & Hurst. His grandfather, Joseph B. Hurst, and David Tipton founded the floral company in downtown Little Rock in 1886. Hurst became vice president of the business after receiving his undergraduate degree in business administration and management from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1980. Four years later, at 26, he stepped into the role of president, succeeding his father. Since then, Hurst has seen the company expand to Conway, North Little Rock and Pine Bluff with the help of the company’s talented staff.
