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About the Show:Every business needs a little recognition and acknowledgment. We sit down with Mary Mickel, Co-Founder of Resplendent Hospitality - RH, on this podcast episode. With offices in Austin, Texas, and Fayetteville, RH specializes in hospitality, lifestyle, CPG, and Cannabis PR and Marketing. Mary has 15 years of experience in marketing and public relations and has been at the forefront of some signature campaigns, including the recent #MaskUpArkansas campaign developed at the height of the Covid-19 Pandemic. She has also been instrumental in helping members of the local Restaurant Association weather the effects of the pandemic. Now, Mary is focusing on expanding her firm’s offerings here in the Natural State, including figuring out ways to market medicinal marijuana in a state with new laws and restrictions on how cannabis can be marketed and sold. There is a learning curve for sure. All this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Email Mary MickelWebsite for Resplendent HospitalityResplendent Hospitality on InstagramResplendent Hospitality on FacebookResplendent Hospitality on LinkedInWebsite on MJ PizzeriaThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.com

About the Show:On this IANWA Special Edition episode, we sit down with Jerra Nalley Toms to discuss some of the most incredible things opening here locally in Northwest Arkansas the week of July 9th, 2021. Whether it's a new restaurant, Food Truck, Store, or something else, we've got you covered. Don't be the last to hear about something new in your backyard. All this and more on this Special Episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Website for Hype Coffee - BentonvilleHype Coffee on InstagramWebsite for Sunny's on Second - BentonvilleSunny's on Second on InstagramWebsite for RopeswingWebsite for Meaux Beignet - Bentonville Meaux Beignet on InstagramWebsite for Bentonville Brewing CompanyBentonville Brewing Company on FacebookBentonville Brewing Company on InstagramWebsite for Home Swede Home NWAHome Swede Home NWA on InstagramHome Swede Home NWA on FacebookWebsite for Slane Irish Whiskey - Eureka SpringsSlane Irish Whiskey on InstagramWebsite Cafe Rue' Orleans - FayettevilleThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.com

About the Show:Sometimes delays in life work out to your advantage. This episode is an example of that. We initially sat down with Ben Clark, Owner of Custom Apparel maker B-Unlimited last February 2020. And then the pandemic hit.  We decided to hold off on releasing that episode.  It was a good one, but Ben thought it would be better to discuss how they survived the pandemic and grew in the process by holding on to as many folks as they could. Ben encouraged his team to focus on getting one percent better every day, which became the company mantra.Ben discovered new ways to collaborate with other firms and organizations during the pandemic.  Locally, B-Unlimited played a significant role in helping organizations raise money through T-Shirt sales in addition to timely donations to a lot of Service workers in the area.  Ben also connected with some other apparel companies and decided that now was the best time to consider growing the organization despite the pandemic running full tilt.  This foresight and willingness to try new things are paying off handsomely for Ben and the B-Unlimited team.  All this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Email Ben ClarkWebsite for B-UnlimitedB-Unlimited on FacebookB-Unlimited on InstagramB-Unlimited on TwitterBen Clark on LinkedInBen Clark on InstagramBook: Halftime - Bob BufordThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.

About the Show:On this inaugural IANWA Special Edition episode, we sit down with Jerra Nalley Toms to discuss some of the most incredible things opening here locally in Northwest Arkansas. Whether it's a new restaurant, Food Truck, Store, or something else, we've got you covered. Don't be the last to hear about something new in your backyard. All this and more on this Special Episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Website for The Groovy Smoothie - FayettevilleThe Groovy Smoothie on InstagramYacht Club in Fayetteville on Instagram ** We were notified after we recorded this podcast that the owner of The Groovy Smoothie has to delay their opening for a short period. We will let everyone know when their new launch date is in a future episode. Sorry, to get your hopes dashed so quickly. Website for Moosejaw - BentonvilleMoosejaw on InstagramMoosejaw on TwitterMoosejaw on FacebookWebsite for Sacred Hollow Farm - LowellSacred Hollow Farm on FacebookSacred Hollow Farm on InstagramShameless Food NWA on Instagram - DTAWebsite for The Spring on MainThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.

About the Show:We sat down with Jeff Webster, President, and CEO of Hark Excellerate to learn all about the organization and how they are making a difference in the lives of everyday people here in Northwest Arkansas. Learn more about Jeff’s path to Hark and how his previous jobs and roles have set him up for success with the organization. There is even a very cool story of how Jeff, an avid cyclist, worked with Lance Armstrong at the Tour De France.  Learn more about Hark NWA, how they got started, and the solid foundation of care they have provided and continue to do so with new programs in various areas like housing, cost of living assistance, and financial fitness to name a few. In addition to their mission hear from Jeff about all of the ways [31:10] that Hark can help out people in Northwest Arkansas.Housing is just the beginning. All this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Website for Hark NWAHark NWA on FacebookHark NWA on InstagramHark NWA on LinkedInHark NWA on YouTubeThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.

About the Show:We sat down with Sarah Autry and Stephanie Peters, two of the Founders at Duncan & Stone based in Fayetteville, to discuss what it was like to start a business during the pandemic and watch it grow. All this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Email Sarah AutryEmail Stephanie PetersWebsite for Duncan & StoneDuncan & Stone on FacebookDuncan & Stone on InstagramThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"

About the Show:Stacy Harper is the Founder of Lighthouse Solutions, an organization that helps people in need. Harper talks about her success story and how she is working with organizations to bridge the gap between resources and the community. The primary focus is on teenagers, and the strategy is to use art and life skills mapped together to assist them in opening up. She also talks about two sisters partnering with Trails of Love since 2012 to bless families through back-to-school events and Christmas giveaways. Their efforts are directed at helping those in need without judgment and providing sustainable emotional well-being. All this and more on this episode of the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Email Lighthouse SolutionsWebsite for Lighthouse SolutionsLighthouse Solutions on FacebookLighthouse Solutions on InstagramThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.

About the Show:Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area has it all, Hunting, Shooting Range, and some of the best Mountain Bike Trails in Northwest Arkansas are under one roof.According to Park Superintendent Mark Clippinger, located on the East side of Rogers, Hobbs State Park has something for everyone who loves the great outdoors.All this and more on this I am Northwest Arkansas episode.Important Links and Mentions on the Show* Website for Hobbs State ParkWebsite for Friends of Hobbs State ParkFriends of Hobbs State Park on FacebookFriends of Hobbs State Park on InstagramWebsite for Arkansas State ParksHobbs State Park-Conservation Area20201 AR-12, Rogers, AR 72756479-789-5000This episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.

About the Show:We sat down with Kenny Williams from Pedal It Forward NWA to discuss how his organization is trying to make bicycles and biking available for everyone in Northwest Arkansas.All this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.Important Links and Mentions on the Show* Email Kenny WilliamsWebsite for Pedal It ForwardPedal It Forward on FacebookPedal It Forward on InstagramPedal It Forward NWA3920 NW Wishing Springs Rd, Bentonville, AR72712This episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.

About the Show:We recently sat down with Wes Craiglow from the Urban Land Institute (ULI NWA). Wes is leading ULI’s effort to help Northwest Arkansas grow smart and not just big for the sake of being big. According to Wes, Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing metro areas under one million people in the United States.  ULI is a nonprofit created in 1936 to help communities transform for the most significant impact possible. The organization comprises Real Estate Developers, Lenders, Planners, Design Professionals, Title professionals, and community stakeholders. They focus on municipal planning, real estate planning, and economic, Social, and Health planning to ensure that an area grows with a measured and calculated approach. According to Wes, even though we may have some housing issues due to the hot real estate market when this episode came out, we are far from using up all of the real estate space available in both Washington and Benton Counties. With leaders like Wes Craiglow here in Northwest Arkansas, we should be in good hands as we continue to witness an explosion of growth here in the Ozarks. Please reach out to Wes with any suggestions or ideas about the place you call home. He is more than happy to connect with you and share your opinions with a larger audience. Wow! I can’t believe we will be almost a Million people by 2050. All this and more on this I am Northwest Arkansas episode.Important Links and Mentions on the Show* Email Wes CraiglowWebsite for ULI Northwest ArkansasULI Northwest Arkansas on FacebookULI Northwest Arkansas on InstagramULI Northwest ArkansasPO Box 11232, Fayetteville, AR 72703This episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas? 🌟 From cozy cafes to essential services, FindItNWA.com has got you covered. Connect with your local community with just one click and explore something great. Visit finditnwa.com today! #LocalBusiness #CommunitySupport"FindItNWA.comSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"ONBoardNWA.comLooking for your next career move in Northwest Arkansas? Check out ONBoardNWA.com, the hyper-local job board designed to connect job seekers with leading employers in our community. From entry-level positions to executive roles, ONBoardNWA is your one-stop shop for job opportunities right here in NWA. Take the next step in your career and visit ONBoardNWA.com today.