Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce

Honoring a Community Legend—Find Out at State of the Chamber! ?? Each year, the Arthur "Rabbit" Dickerson Award is presented to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to our community. Named in honor of Arthur “Rabbit” Dickerson, a respected local businessman and community advocate, this award celebrates those who have dedicated at least 20 years to making a lasting impact in the Bentonville Area. Past honorees include Debbi Matteri, Brent Boydston, Randy Lawson, Helen Walton, Ruth Barker, Dr. Steve Goss, and others — who will be next to receive this incredible honor? Join us at the 99th Annual State of the Chamber as we recognize this year’s recipient and celebrate their unwavering dedication to our community. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gPypYxpn #StateOfTheChamber #RabbitDickersonAward #CommunityLeadership #BentonvilleLegacy #BecauseBentonville #GreaterBentonville #Community

StartupNWA, an initiative of the Northwest Arkansas Council, is now accepting applications for the May 2025 VC Immersions series. This program connects entrepreneurs with top-tier VCs, providing crucial access to early-stage capital, mentorship, and the relationships needed to secure investor support. Since its launch, VC Immersions has already facilitated $6.7M in early-stage financing and engaged over 35 venture capital firms, bringing national investor attention to Arkansas-based companies. With growing momentum, the program is poised to expand its impact even further in the coming months. ? Application deadline: April 7th, 2025 #NWArk #LifeWorksHere #nwarkansas #northwestarkansas #startups

?? Has your company reserved its table for State of the Chamber? Time is running out! With just a few weeks left, now is the perfect time to secure your spot at this premier event. ?? Bring your team for a fun and insightful experience ?? Host clients or guests and showcase the best of Bentonville ?? Gain valuable exposure for your business ?? Reserve your table today at the link below or call our office to explore larger sponsorship opportunities! https://lnkd.in/gCpmw3UN ?Event Details: ?? Bentonville Tiger Athletic Complex ?? Wednesday, April 9, 2025 ?? Networking: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ?? Lunch & Program: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Seats are filling fast—don’t miss out! #BecauseBentonville #GreaterBentonville #CommunityConnections #StateOfTheChamber #BentonvilleBusiness

Is there someone who deserves recognition for extraordinary achievements that have positively impacted our community? Nominate them today for NWACC's Honorary Associate Degree! Recipients will be recognized at NWACC's spring commencement ceremony. Nominate someone today!

A Champion for Our Business Community—Who Will It Be? ?? At the 99th Annual State of the Chamber, we’ll be honoring one outstanding individual with the Ambassador of the Year Award—a recognition of their dedication, leadership, and impact in supporting our Chamber members and the Bentonville business community. What is a Chamber Ambassador? Our Chamber Ambassadors are the faces of the Chamber, playing a vital role in member engagement. They: ? Attend ribbon cuttings & networking events. ? Welcome and support new Chamber members. ? Provide outreach & referrals to strengthen our business community. ? Help spread the word about Chamber initiatives. Join us as we celebrate the hard work and commitment of these incredible individuals! https://lnkd.in/gCpmw3UN #StateOfTheChamber #AmbassadorOfTheYear #BentonvilleBusiness #ChamberAmbassadors #BecauseBentonville #GreaterBentonville

?? Countdown to the WalStreet Speaker Series by Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce! ?? Vendormint is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the WalStreet Speaker Series, happening this Thursday, March 20th at Sam Walton Hall! This is a must-attend event for vendors and suppliers looking to gain exclusive insights from Walmart's top executives: ?? Kyle Kinnard – EVP, Health & Wellness, Walmart ?? Lisa Smith – VP, Clinical & Specialty Services, Walmart ?? Jodie Cartwright – VP, Pharmacy Merchandising, Walmart Expect powerful discussions on industry trends, networking opportunities, and strategies to strengthen your retail partnerships. If you're attending, let’s connect! Drop a comment below or send us a message. See you there! ???? #WalStreet #RetailSuccess #Vendormint #Networking #Walmart #SupplierCommunity

?? Countdown to the WalStreet Speaker Series by Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce! ?? Vendormint is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the WalStreet Speaker Series, happening this Thursday, March 20th at Sam Walton Hall! This is a must-attend event for vendors and suppliers looking to gain exclusive insights from Walmart's top executives: ?? Kyle Kinnard – EVP, Health & Wellness, Walmart ?? Lisa Smith – VP, Clinical & Specialty Services, Walmart ?? Jodie Cartwright – VP, Pharmacy Merchandising, Walmart Expect powerful discussions on industry trends, networking opportunities, and strategies to strengthen your retail partnerships. If you're attending, let’s connect! Drop a comment below or send us a message. See you there! ????

Big Changes Are Coming… Be the First to Know! ?? ? The 99th Annual State of the Chamber isn’t just about celebration... it’s about the future. This year, we’ll be unveiling exciting updates to the Chamber brand and sharing major announcements about the future of economic development in our region. From new branding to bold strategies for growth, you won’t want to miss this momentous event. Be in the room when history is made! ?? Secure your seat now! https://lnkd.in/gCpmw3UN #StateOfTheChamber #BigAnnouncements #BentonvilleFuture #EconomicGrowth #BecauseBentonville #GreaterBentonville #Community

Generations Legal Group was excited to be asked to be part of this important panel discussion Lauren Adcock

It was a pleasure to attend the BWC Assemble! A big thank you to the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce for partnering with me to highlight Distinguished Young Women. Thank you Sarah Henderson and Brandom Gengelbach for facilitating this opportunity. I’m looking forward to continual collaboration! #BWC #WomenInBusiness #GreaterBentonville #ChamberHighlights