Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce

? Business Women’s Conference: Gratitude and Growth on Dec. 10! ? As we reflect on this season of gratitude, we’re especially thankful for the opportunity to gather, share, and learn from incredible women in our community. One of the many voices we’re excited to feature is?Gretchen Zimmerman, who will be joining our?Healthy Aging for Women?panel. Her expertise will inspire us to prioritize health and well-being as a foundation for thriving in every stage of life. ???When: Tuesday, December 10 ??Time: 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM ???Where: DoubleTree Hotel, Bentonville Join us for a morning of inspiration, networking, and gratitude. Let's build momentum for 2025 together! ???Register?now?and reserve your spot at bwcassemble.com. #BWC2024 #HealthyAging #GratitudeInAction #WomenInBusiness #Leadership #Networking Gretchen Zimmermann, MBA, RD, LD, CDCES, CSOWM Mercy Novo Nordisk Walmart

“The more comfortable parents are in entering and remaining in the workforce, the better Northwest Arkansas’s overall economic health will be and the more attractive it will be as a destination for working parents.” Read more from Brandom Gengelbach, president and CEO of the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce, in Talk Business & Politics: https://lnkd.in/gEr32jqd

I kicked off the day with a great conversation with Creighton T. Kiper at the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce WalStreet Speaker Series Event. There are very exciting things happening in the Home Category at Walmart, and I am looking forward to shopping the aisles this holiday!

Joint Business After Hours is THIS WEEK! Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to engage and connect with local leaders. We'll see you there!

?? Excited to welcome Dr. Kristy Jones to the Business Women's Conference on Dec. 10! Dr. Jones, a dedicated physician at Mercy NWA for over eight years, leads primary care at Mercy Clinic Primary Care - Rogers W Walnut and Springdale Elm Springs Road. With dual certifications in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, plus an MBA from Auburn University, she brings a dynamic perspective on Healthy Aging for Women. ??? Beyond her career, Dr. Jones is a proud wife of 22 years and mom to two children—balancing personal and professional life with grace and purpose. ?? Don’t miss her insights during our panel discussion presented by Novo Nordisk, as we explore actionable strategies for aging well and living our healthiest lives. ?? Join us Dec. 10, 7:30-10:00 AM, at the DoubleTree Bentonville. Reserve your spot today! BWCassemble.com for tickets! #BWCNWA #HealthyAging #WomenInLeadership #MercyNWA #EmpoweredWomen Walmart Novo Nordisk

We’re excited to announce the final Build Bentonville lunch of 2024! Join us for a discussion with local leaders and innovators on the vision for economic development in Bentonville and its surrounding areas. ?? Tuesday, December 17th ? 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM ?? The Record, 104 SW A St., Bentonville, AR ?? Member tickets: $45 | Non-members: $55 This event is a must-attend for anyone with an interest in the future of the Bentonville area—whether you're a business leader, resident, or simply curious about what's coming next. ?? For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://lnkd.in/edP_ijwp

Do you know a woman who has made an extraordinary impact in our community, inspiring change, leading with purpose, and lifting others along the way? Nominate her today for the Woman of the Year Award, presented by?XNA Northwest Arkansas National Airport! Nominations are due by November 15th – don’t miss the chance to honor the amazing woman-led contributions in the Bentonville area! The award will be presented at BWC Assemble on December 10th – a celebration of the women who are shaping our future with their dedication, passion, and leadership. Nomination Form: https://lnkd.in/g-vYzxMS

Join us for Joint Business After Hours – NWA's premier networking event, in partnership with Rogers Lowell Chamber! ?? Thursday, November 21st ? 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM ?? 3503 S 55th St. Suite 200, Rogers, AR A special thank you to Colliers for hosting, and to Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield and SafeHaven Security Group, LLC for co-hosting. More details here: https://lnkd.in/gcAK7qem

Thank you to Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce for having Heartland Whole Health Institute's Claude Pirtle, MD, MBA, MSACI as a panelist for the "Whole Health Redesign: Pioneering Care in Northwest Arkansas" fireside chat at the NWA Tech Summit yesterday! Cam Patterson also joined the conversation, moderated by Ryan Cork. Panelists discussed how technology and artificial intelligence is - and could be - used in health care.

I had the pleasure of engaging in a fantastic discussion regarding the future of AI and technology in healthcare, with a particular focus on its applications within the state of Arkansas and the region. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to our esteemed moderator, Ryan Cork, and my distinguished co-panelist, Dr. Cam Patterson. This event was truly exceptional. My heartfelt thanks goes to the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce and the #NWATechSummit for graciously hosting us. I would also like to offer special appreciation to Stevie Emmons and Diane Carroll for their invaluable support. #HeartlandWholeHealth #WholeHealth #AWSOM