Leadership

I have traveled all over Arkansas, and after nearly three decades in the media business, I have had the privilege of meeting some of the most successful, interesting and influential people in our state. I have watched communities reinvent themselves, …

A Head for Business: Gary Head’s banking empire rests on relationships In many ways, Signature Bank of Arkansas is just like many other financial institutions, offering checking accounts and business loans with a side of wealth management thrown in for …

Arkansas architecture and engineering firm Cromwell recently announced that Chairman and CEO Greg Cockmon has retired after 37 years with the firm. Effective July 9, Dan Fowler has assumed the role of chairman and CEO as part of a long-planned …

Citizens Bank has promoted Alan Jessup to executive vice president and chief operating officer, expanding his leadership responsibilities as the bank continues to position itself for long-term growth. Jessup joined Citizens Bank in 2025 as executive vice president and director …

In 2024, Stephanie Shine took a chance. She left a stable position at a large recruiting firm to start her own company alongside business partner Chris Chunn.  Shine’s chance paid off, and she now helms Arkansas Talent Group, a recruiting …

Conway Regional Health System President and CEO Matt Troup will leave the organization this summer after accepting an out-of-state market president role. His departure will officially take effect on July 17. Troup has led Conway Regional since August 2015, overseeing …

Tyson Foods announced a major leadership transition Thursday, naming Jeff Schomburger as the company’s next president and chief executive officer. Schomburger will officially assume the role on Oct. 4, following a transition period beginning in July. He will succeed Donnie …

During a special meeting, the ASU System Board of Trustees unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Todd Shields as the fourth president of the ASU System, effective July 1. Shields has served as chancellor of Arkansas State University since 2022. At …

Visit Hot Springs has selected veteran tourism executive Devin Heath as its new president and CEO. Heath, who brings more than 20 years of experience in tourism and hospitality leadership, was chosen during a special-called meeting of the Hot Springs …

Cromwell Architects Engineers is making key leadership changes in its Northwest Arkansas office as part of a broader strategy to grow its presence in the region. Leading the transition, Cynthia Hawkins has been named regional director for Northwest Arkansas. A …