Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce

We recently had the chance to talk with Brandom Gengelbach, President & CEO of the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce. If you've been around our quaint little town for any time at all, you know it's a special place. Brandom shares about the unique intersection of business & culture and highlights Bentonville's growth and opportunities for the future. As you rest and recharge during the holidays, we hope you enjoy this glimpse into life & business in Bentonville. Listen here- ✨ Apple: https://lnkd.in/gx-qAcKy ✨ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gMUb2gXU ✨ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/getZyZr7 James Harris Charles Greathouse

H&S Business Development staff and Engineers attended the Build Bentonville Luncheon sponsored by the Greater Bentonville Chamber of Commerce. The Mayor’s of Bentonville, Bella Vista, Pea Ridge, and Centerton served on a panel to discuss economic development activities taking place in their respective communities.Horner & Shifrin, Inc. Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce Visit Bentonville

"Tourism is the gateway to economic development." - Our own Kalene Griffith delivered this powerful insight at today's Chamber Build Bentonville panel, joining the mayors of Bentonville, Bella Vista, Pea Ridge, and Centerton to discuss the Future of Economic Development. 🌟 The discussion brought together key perspectives on building a thriving future for our NWA communities. Thank you Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce for fostering these important conversations!

Today I was honored to be on a panel with Mayor Flynn of Bella Vista, Mayor Orman of Bentonville, Mayor Edwards of Centerton as well as, Tyler Overstreet with Bentonville Planning and Kalene Griffin with Visit Bentonville at the Build Bentonville event to talk about the importance of Economic Development for our cities. This event was put on by Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce. It’s great to hear all the progress happening in our region.

We're just one week away from our final networking event of 2024! Register now and secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/ga-zD6wi

We are proud to announce that BWC Assemble will honor our Chief Communications and Development Officer Blake Woolsey with the inaugural Woman of Purpose Award at the Business Women’s Conference tomorrow morning. This award marks the start of a new tradition to honor women who embody purpose and dedication to making a lasting impact in Northwest Arkansas. Blake Woolsey has devoted her work to driving change in our community through empowering and inspiring others. We cannot think of a better woman to receive this award and begin a tradition of honoring impactful leaders.

Join us in celebrating Blake Woolsey, the recipient of our inaugural BWC Woman of Purpose Award! Blake has shown time and time again what it means to lead with heart, purpose, and vision. Her strategic thinking, dedication, and passion for community development have had a lasting impact on Northwest Arkansas. Whether through her leadership at XNA or her unwavering support of local initiatives, Blake is a true pillar of change and empowerment. Here's to you, Blake – thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do for our community!

We are thrilled to announce that Serafina Lalany has been named the BWC 2024 Woman of the Year! Serafina’s dedication to empowering others and driving economic growth has made her a transformative leader in our community. Her impact on the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Northwest Arkansas—and beyond—has been nothing short of extraordinary. We are incredibly proud to honor her and the lasting contributions she has made. We look forward to the lasting influence she will undoubtedly have in the years to come! #BWC2024 #WomanOfTheYear

Register now for this must-attend session on the strategic vision for economic development in Bentonville and the surrounding area, where key leaders will discuss how we’re collaborating across sectors to address the challenges and opportunities ahead. Panelists include: ➡️ Stephanie Orman, Mayor, City of Bentonville ➡️ Nathan See, Mayor, City of Pea Ridge ➡️ Bill Edwards, Mayor, City of Centerton ➡️ John Flynn, Mayor, City of Bella Vista ➡️ Kalene Griffith, President & CEO, Visit Bentonville ➡️ Brandom Gengelbach, President & CEO, Greater Bentonville Chamber ➡️ Tyler Overstreet, Planning & Community Development Director, City of Bentonville Register now! https://lnkd.in/gVbPB3_j

We are thrilled to announce that Blake Woolsey will be the first recipient of the Woman of Purpose Award at this year’s Business Women’s Conference on December 10th! 🌟 This award marks the start of a new tradition to honor women who embody purpose and dedication, making a lasting impact in Northwest Arkansas. Blake’s unwavering commitment to our community, her leadership, and her drive to empower and inspire others have made her a true pillar of change. Join us as we celebrate this incredible woman and kick off a meaningful tradition to highlight extraordinary women in our community! 💪💖 📅 When: Dec. 10, 2024 📍 Where: DoubleTree, Bentonville TIX- BWCAssemble.com #BWC2024 #WomanOfPurpose #CommunityLeader #Inspiration #Empowerment #NWAProud Blake Woolsey XNA Northwest Arkansas National Airport