Steve Arrison, the longtime CEO of Visit Hot Springs and one of Arkansas’ most recognizable tourism leaders, is set to be inducted into the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame during the 53rd Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation. …
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Think Idea Studio Adds Brit McKenzie, Expands to NWA
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThink Idea Studio, a marketing and advertising agency based in Searcy, has expanded into northwest Arkansas with the addition of Brit McKenzie as business development executive. McKenzie will lead Think’s presence in the region. The firm’s NWA office is located …
Artificial intelligence has become a defining force across industries, including ours. Our company, The Communications Group, is a multimillion-dollar, full-service marketing, public relations and advertising company headquartered in Little Rock with a client roster of recognized global, North American, regional …
Celebrating the people, stories and spirit of the Natural State, AY Media Group produces two of the most widely read magazines in the region, AY About You and Arkansas Money & Politics. President and Publisher Heather Baker has led the …
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New State Law Will Allow Microbreweries in Dry Counties to Digitally Advertise Their Products
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffPrivate clubs in dry Arkansas counties that operate microbreweries will be able to advertise their brews legally through electronic means once a new state law takes effect on Aug. 5. The law will allow them to advertise their location, menus …
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Sam’s Club to Utilize Tech, Open 30 New Locations as Part of Growth Strategy
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffSam’s Club, the $90 billion business, revealed plans to double membership and more than double sales and profit over the next eight to 10 years, at Walmart’s 2025 Investment Community Meeting. Sam’s Club president and CEO Chris Nicholas outlined the …
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Bahn Launches Communications Firm, Partners with Kirkpatrick Creative
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffChris Bahn, a seasoned professional in communications, publishing and marketing, has announced the launch of C. Bahn Strategic Partners, a full-service firm dedicated to helping organizations and leaders enhance public perception, craft impactful messages and build meaningful relationships. “We believe …
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Walmart Acquires VIZIO, Expanding Digital and Advertising Reach
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffWalmart has finalized its acquisition of VIZIO, marking a significant expansion in the retail giant’s digital and advertising capabilities. The deal was completed following the expiration of the mandatory federal regulatory waiting period. The $2.3 billion acquisition, announced on Feb. …
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Arkansas Visionary: Dame of the Ad Game, Christy Vandergriff Marks 25 Years of Bucking Trends and Breaking Barriers
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain HebdaChristy Vandergriff marks 25 years of bucking trends and breaking barriers Ask many successful people how they got that way, and one of the more common answers will be “hard work.” Christy Vandergriff, co-owner, president and creative director at Agency …
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New Marketing Design Selected for Cabot
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe city of Cabot presented the community’s new marketing design at the city council meeting Monday, a press release states. The marketing includes a new logo, a blocky, multicolored C featuring various elements that speak to Cabot’s community amenities, as …
