Meghan McDonald and Jeff Barnett are the folks behind Mavis Wine Co. in downtown Rogers.

That is the question everyone should be asking. Because can you picture it? If not, you might not be able to model or build it. Yikes!

The April 15 tax filing and payment deadline will be here soon. Although there is still uncertainty surrounding our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, we cannot rely on being granted a blanket extension for filing our tax returns like last year. 2021 was another year of unique changes, and some of those changes are still occurring, so we encourage you to stay patient this tax season. It can be overwhelming, but these changes will be more manageable with good preparation and communication. Here are some tips to help ensure you are adequately prepared and have a better tax filing experience.

A simple storefront at 105 W. Walnut St. provides little hint of the creativity and broad-reaching business activities that lie within. Like her commercial space on the bricks of downtown Rogers, Laura Coello, and her design business, LBC Studio, are difficult to encapsulate. She designs products and makes business deals that might surprise her neighbors in the historic district.

Welcome to our 2022 Business Plan. This is your quick-guide to our 3-Year Strategic Plan and its supporting 2022 Program of Work for each of the Chamber’s divisions. You’ll get to know your Chamber better and learn why our mission-work benefits you and the Rogers-Lowell Area.

Calling all local foodies! Nola’s Pantry will be one of four businesses set to open at the corner of W Chestnut and N 1st Street in the former Bumper to Bumper building. They will offer products from small businesses across the United States and sometimes internationally.

More than three years ago, Beth Welborn began making plans to open a new business in Downtown Rogers.

Clark Contractors will host an open house, luncheon, and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, February 16, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. to celebrate the opening of their new office in Rogers.

Last year, with our mission work, we made a big impact on economic development, downtown development, workforce recruitment and retention (by developing the next generation workforce pipeline), government affairs (by advocating for business driven public policy), community development (by creating leadership, engagement, inclusion, and education programs), small business and entrepreneurial development (by sharing resources and educational opportunities), destination marketing and management (by continually attracting visitors and building a world-class destination) and long-range community strategic planning (by focusing on quality of place). In this Annual Report, you will find more details of our 2021 accomplishments and highlights.

Last year, with our mission work, we made a big impact on economic development, downtown development, workforce recruitment and retention (by developing the next generation workforce pipeline), government affairs (by advocating for business driven public policy), community development (by creating leadership, engagement, inclusion, and education programs), small business and entrepreneurial development (by sharing resources and educational opportunities), destination marketing and management (by continually attracting visitors and building a world-class destination) and long-range community strategic planning (by focusing on quality of place). In this Annual Report, you will find more details of our 2021 accomplishments and highlights.

Ozark Beer Co. first began production for commercial sales in 2013 in a warehouse a short distance south of Downtown Rogers.

Patrons from around Rogers and Northwest Arkansas converged on Downtown Rogers December 9 to experience The Art of Shopping Local and support local artists, restaurants, and retail shops during the Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk.

The Advocacy & Government Affairs division of the Chamber was very active in the Arkansas General Assembly in 2021. Ending the year on a high note, Legislators finished a Special Legislative session where they approved Governor Hutchinson’s income tax reduction package.

“Your Chamber is on a mission when it comes to helping small business and inspiring entrepreneurial development. We’re providing essential resources and just in time education to help start, run and grow your business.” ~ Brad Phillips, SVP Marketing Communications  

Aligning career education programs with current and projected workforce demands remains the focus the Rogers Public Schools (RPS) Career and Technical Education (CTE) department. The district’s partnership with the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce and the Northwest Arkansas Council is an essential part of developing career education programs that address employment trends and workforce demands within the Rogers community and the Northwest Arkansas region.

The Small Business Council is a very important committee of the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce. It was created to be the Voice of the Small Business Community and to provide guidance to the Chamber on small business needs. These volunteers work hard to make a difference in the business community.

Did you know that 2022 is our Centennial Celebration? Throughout the year, the Chamber celebrates our past, present and what’s next for our exciting future. Since 1922, we’ve been working hard for our business and community – we have a passion for that. It’s a proud history of leadership and action and being your seat at the regional table. We appreciate your membership and support and invite you to celebrate our successes with us this year!