Amazing Ambassador - March 2026
We are honored to recognize Emily Parks - March 2026 Amazing Ambassador! Emily is a lifelong resident of Van Buren. She graduated from Van Buren High School and graduated in 2016 from Arkansas Tech University. She started her banking career in 2017 with Citizens Bank & Trust and is the Assistant VP of Customer Employee Relations. Emily is a member of the Robert Jack Post 1322 Auxiliary, current president of the Van Buren Rotary club, and was awarded Rotarian of the Year in 2025. Emily is passionate about
VB Chamber Welcomes Savannah Neal as ESO Program Manager
Van Buren, AR - The Van Buren Chamber is pleased to announce the addition of Savannah Neal as the Program Manager of the recently launched Yeager Family Entrepreneurial Support Organization (ESO), designed to create an ecosystem of support for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Savannah is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University with a bachelor's degree in public relations and communication. Last summer she completed Year 1 of the Community Development Institute at UCA and will attend Year 2 this
Applications are Now Open for Leadership Crawford County
Are you ready to grow as a leader and make a real impact in your community? Leadership Crawford County is your opportunity to develop leadership skills, connect with community leaders, and help shape the future of our region. Crawford County’s future depends on strong, engaged leaders—and that future could include you. Leadership Crawford County is designed to equip emerging leaders with the knowledge, relationships, and confidence needed to serve our community effectively. Through hands-on experiences,
Local Leaders Bring No-Cost Business Growth Program to Crawford County
Van Buren, AR- January 23, 2026 – Local community development leaders from Van Buren and Crawford County are helping bring new growth opportunities to area businesses through participation in a statewide initiative designed to support Arkansas companies ready to scale. Tracy Burba, Commissioner of Van Buren Municipal Utilities Board; Sasha Grist, Executive Director of Western Arkansas Planning and Development; Shannon Newerth-Henson, Van Buren City Council Member; and Julie Murray, President and CEO of the
How Business Owners Can Bring in the Right Professionals to Fuel Sales and Marketing Growth
You don’t need a lecture about wearing too many hats. If you’re a business owner, you already know that every day feels like a collision between spreadsheets, Slack notifications, client demands, and the constant whisper of sales goals you haven't hit yet. Somewhere in there, someone told you to "scale," whatever that means this week. But whether you’re running a scrappy startup or steering a mid-sized firm with too many moving parts, the truth is the same—eventually, you’ll need help. And not just any
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Van Buren, AR Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. As of today, 12/05/2024, Van Buren, AR business owners have 26 calendar days(or 19 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN. 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. A “reporting company” is any small business, corporation, or LLC that is registered with the state, unless exempt. Exemptions apply to
Transform Your Marketing Game: The Essential AI Tools You Need
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, staying ahead in marketing requires more than creativity and hard work; it demands intelligence—artificial intelligence, to be precise. Utilizing AI for marketing promises not just enhanced efficiency but also unprecedented levels of personalization and effectiveness, setting you leaps and bounds ahead of your competition. From predictive analytics and customer segmentation to real-time trend analysis and content optimization, AI has become the cornerstone of
