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Golden's Designer Jewelry Owners Barry and Brenda Retiring, Closing this Christmas Eve

Posted by: Karen Wagaman on Monday, December 13, 2021

After 47 years of designing and making jewelry, Barry and Brenda Golden are retiring and closing Golden’s Designer Jewelry to the public this Christmas Eve.

Keep It Local | Shop Northwest Arkansas

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Rogers and Northwest Arkansas (NWA) is a must-visit shopping destination in Arkansas. From shopping malls, department stores, boutiques, and one-of-a-kind antique shops, you are sure to find everything you need.

6th Annual NWA YP Summit Focuses on Personal and Professional Development

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Monday, December 6, 2021

A group of more than one hundred young professionals tuned in to the Sixth Annual NWA Young Professional Summit on Friday, November 5.

WorkKeys / National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) - Strategies for Facilitating Success for All Students

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Friday, December 3, 2021

The natural endpoint of any educational opportunity has always been to make use of the developed skill set for the greater good of oneself and the larger community. One of the purposes for primary and secondary education has long been to prepare students to exercise learned abilities including (but not limited to) reading, writing, and arithmetic.

Chamber Convenes Educators and Large Industry to Address Workforce Challenges

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Thursday, December 2, 2021

Arkansas Secretary of Education Johnny Key spoke to attendees November 19 as the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce hosted educators and industry professionals for its Large Industry Council (LIC) and K2J (Kindergarten to Job) Connect Program.

Leadership Benton County Announces 2022 Class

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Wednesday, December 1, 2021

The Leadership Benton County (LBC) program provides leadership training specific to regional issues facing the county and serves as the Chamber’s training ground for future leaders in Benton County.

Kiva Hosting Loan Workshop in Rogers December 13 for Small Businesses

Posted by: Kiva Northwest Arkansas on Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Come learn about the great 0% interest, no fee loan program for NWA small businesses that the Kiva NW Arkansas Hub helps NWA business owners access.

Luke Wiggins Completes STS Marketing College, Earns “Travel Marketing Professional” Certification

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Friday, November 19, 2021

Visit Rogers Director of Sales Luke Wiggins has completed the three-year program of the Southeast Tourism Society Marketing College and earned certification as a Travel Marketing Professional (TMP).

Chamber Celebrates 2021 Arkansas Chamber of Commerce Week

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Monday, November 15, 2021

The week of October 18-22 was proclaimed as Chamber of Commerce Week in Arkansas by Governor Asa Hutchinson.

Visit Rogers Honored with ConventionSouth Annual Readers’ Choice Award

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Friday, November 12, 2021

The publishers and editors of ConventionSouth, the national multimedia resource for planning events in the South, presented Visit Rogers with a 2021 Readers’ Choice Award in October.

New EXPO Connects Minority-Owned Businesses & Entrepreneurs to Community

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Thursday, November 11, 2021

As part of our Chamber’s mission-work, we launched something new this year - the NWA Minority Business EXPO October 14 from 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Metroplex Event Center in Rogers. 

Downtown Rogers Celebrating Veterans and Their Art

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Wednesday, November 10, 2021

The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (VA) is partnering with Art on the Bricks Art Walk in November to feature the Art of U.S. Military Veterans.

Workforce Development | Extended Learning Programs Expanding to Help Students be “Work-Ready”

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Extended Learning Programs offered in Rogers Public Schools will be expanded during the 2021-2022 school year with funding awarded by an Arkansas American Rescue Plan (ARP) ESSER III grant. 

Small Business Corner | Volunteer Committees Accepting Applications for 2022

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Monday, November 8, 2021

The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council and Hustle In Heels Committee are accepting applications for 2022.

AEP SWEPCO Foundation Grant Invests in Community's Academic Success & Workforce Development

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Friday, November 5, 2021

The Leadership, Education, Advancement, & Development (L.E.A.D.) project is a strategic support program for Hispanic/Latino students in the Rogers Public High Schools. L.E.A.D. provides new opportunities for academic success. It helps to better prepare our community’s youth with tools, training, and direction in their pursuit of higher education, and it clears a path to career opportunities when the participants are ready to enter the job market helping local businesses with workforce development.

How to Keep Customers Happy During Labor Shortages and Other Disruptions

Posted by: Cox Media on Monday, November 1, 2021

Even as businesses and economies rebuild after the most challenging months of the pandemic, regular business operations remain a distant dream.

What Impact Does Social Media Have on a Child's Mental Health?

Posted by: Burrell Behavioral Health on Friday, October 22, 2021

Social media is commonplace for kids and adolescents these days, but what are the mental health risks involved and how can parents help their children steer clear of these issues?

The "Great Resignation" - How Businesses Can Lessen the Impact by Prioritizing Employees' Holistic Wellbeing

Posted by: Bob Simeone | OneDigital on Thursday, October 14, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic is rewriting the future of business.

Deep Roots Lead to New Beginnings in Downtown Rogers

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Historic Downtown Rogers continues to evolve as it attracts and supports creative entrepreneurs.

2021 Northwest Arkansas Craft Fairs

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Tuesday, October 12, 2021

We invite you to visit Northwest Arkansas’ legendary regional arts and crafts fairs. 

Kelly Parker of Visit Rogers Selected to Travel Association’s Emerging Leaders Class

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Monday, October 11, 2021

Kelly Parker, Director of Marketing and Communications for Visit Rogers, was selected for the U.S. Travel Association Destinations Council's Emerging Leaders class of 2021.

Six New Directors Join Chamber Board for 2022 -2024

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Friday, October 8, 2021

The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome these individuals who will serve three-year terms through 2024 on the Board of Directors.

2021 Fall Events Guide

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Thursday, October 7, 2021
Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes Farmland Adventures 5355 Parsons Road, Springdale September 10 - November 6 www.farmlandadventures.com McGarrah Farms 14816 Miser Road, Pea Ridge September 25 - October 31 www.mcgarrahfarms.com/pumpkin-patch ...

Live Your Greatest Hits at Cherokee Casino & Hotel

Posted by: Cherokee Casino & Hotel on Thursday, October 7, 2021

Cherokee Casino & Hotel offers gaming, fine dining, luxurious accommodations and more!

Increasing Opportunities to Obtain National Career Readiness Certification

Posted by: Rogers Public Schools on Wednesday, October 6, 2021

The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is a nationally recognized certification that indicates an achievement level of essential workplace readiness skills. The ACT WorkKeys curriculum helps to prepare students for assessments relating to applied math, graphic literacy, and workplace documents. 

Q4 Spotlight Series | How NWA has Become One of the "Best Places" to Live and Do Business in America

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Northwest Arkansas (NWA) is a place that’s known for its high quality of life. Compared to other fast-growing regions of the country, NWA enjoys robust employment, affordable housing, shorter commute times and a rich tradition of entrepreneurial success. It’s a place where you can have a real impact – Life Works Here.  It is also consistently ranking as one of the “Best Places” to live and work in the nation. Join us November 11 in Rogers for the Q4 Spotlight Series: NWA PROGRESS as we explore why NWA receives such high accolades as a region from a true outsider’s perspective.

Three Reasons Your Local Business Should Shift to an Audience-Centric Mindset

Posted by: Cox Media on Friday, October 1, 2021

One of the greatest transformations of the advertising landscape has been the ability to target audiences precisely using multiple data-sets.

The Destination of the Future | Rogers Tourism Industry Plans for Recovery and Beyond

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Friday, September 10, 2021

In a time of great uncertainty for our families and communities, Visit Rogers posits one truth that we believe we can all get behind:  A healthy tourism economy is vital to the City of Rogers and our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and for a prosperous future

Call for Applications | Leadership Benton County

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Thursday, September 9, 2021

Benton County has been blessed with a wealth of financial, physical and human resources, but we sometimes tend to take for granted the future of our area by simply assuming that the appropriate leadership talent will emerge to guide us whenever we need it.

Spotlight Series Illuminates Important Issues and Development in Northwest Arkansas

Posted by: Justin Freeman on Wednesday, September 8, 2021

The Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to keeping our members and community informed on recent developments in our region.

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