Little Rock Regional Chamber -

For more information on joining the Rockstars Leads Group, please email Stacy Wilson, swilson@littlerockchamber.com, or call (501) 374-2001.

Beside: Rees Commercial; Temporary Colton Steakhouse Headquarters

Across From: Morgan Stanley

Contact: Skylar Ross; Marketing Manager, (479) 376-2027

Directions: Here at the Chamber, in the AT&T Auditorium

Contact: Kate Bracher; Executive Director, (501) 295-3415

Directions: The intersection of Rahling Road and Chenal Parkway.

What to Expect: Cadence Bank and Cadence Insurance are proud to introduce members of the community to our new Chenal Parkway Building Location!  You are invited Thursday, November 2nd from 4:00-6:00pm for a VIP Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, where we will celebrate with food, cocktails and prize giveaways for all guests, as well as a grand prize opportunity to win a $200, $250 or $300 gift card to a local boutique. This will be a night of networking and celebration as we open our Chenal Parkway doors to the Community. We look forward to greeting you on Thursday, November 2nd, and showing you around our new location.

Have Questions? Contact Tammie S. Davis, Mid / South Arkansas Division President, at (501) 975-5011.

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JOHNNY CASH – THE OFFICIAL CONCERT EXPERIENCE brings songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to the stage in a way that audiences haven’t seen or heard before. With video of Johnny from episodes of The Johnny Cash TV Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will accompany him in perfect sync. This concert experience will showcase iconic performances from the TV show and highlight the spirit of the legend by revisiting some of his memorable words and anecdotes. Cash will perform some of his biggest hits, including “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Ring of Fire,” and “I Walk the Line,” and share stories of people he met along the way whose causes he championed – the working man from all walks of life. Plus, onstage male and female singers will split vocal duties performing their own takes on Cash hits. The music never stops in this concert event!

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Hiring your first employee can be a sign that your business is growing, but that first hire can be the most difficult one. For starters, how do you hire someone? How do you address topics such as benefits, promotions, disciplinary actions and company policies? Join us for a full-day workshop as we host Glenda Caton - SHRM-SCP, Owner of Caton Consulting, LLC and 2023 Small Business Impact Award winner for the ASBTDC and Little Rock Chamber of Commerce. Caton will address these topics in addition to:

1. Contractor (1099) vs. Employee

2. Getting Ready to Hire Your First Employee

3. Employee Compensation & Benefits

4. Company Policies

5. Disciplinary Action

Lunch and refreshments will be provided to all in-person attendees. Attendees will also receive a copy of the Arkansas Business Navigator companion guide, "Hiring Your First Employee: Human Resources Guide." Whether you are about to hire your first employee or you have already hired an employee but you aren't confident you are doing things correctly, this is the right opportunity for you!

How to Participate

Join us in-person at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture at our Little Rock State Offices (2301 S. University Ave., Little Rock, AR, 72204) or online via Zoom. If possible, we strongly encourage you to join us in-person to maximize this incredible opportunity.

Directions: Across from Purple Cow on Cantrell

Beside: 7 Brew Coffee, Holiday Andover Place

Across From: Purple Cow 

Contact: Brayonna McDade; Property Manager, (501) 588-5885

For more information on joining the Summit Leads Group, please email Stacy Wilson, swilson@littlerockchamber.com, or call (501) 374-2001.

Directions: Here at the Chamber in the AT&T Auditorium

Contact: Camden Shaw; Group Account Rep, (501) 542-7004

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SCORE Little Rock provides free and confidential business counseling for your small business. The chamber will host office hours for SCORE mentors to meet with small business owners and those considering starting a small business. Certified SCORE mentors are able to assist at all levels, from initial idea to exit strategy.

SCORE mentors will be available at the chamber every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in thirty-minute increments. There is no charge for mentoring services but registration is required.

Directions: One Rahling Centre

Beside: UAMS Neighborhood Clinic & Encore Bank

Contact: Mandy Wright; Office Manager, (501) 575-0088

Join us for the Embrace Your Inner Beauty Gala, celebrating authenticity and empowerment. A transformative evening of self-discovery and well-being.

In the spirit of nurturing positivity and encouragement, our event will delve into diverse themes such as self-care rituals, body positivity, mindfulness and meditation, the beauty of nature, and holistic wellness. We cordially invite you to join us on this transformative journey, which will take place at the scenic park on the river, situated at 11903 Crystal Hill Road, Maumelle, AR 72113, on Saturday, November 11, 2023, commencing at 5pm.

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Join us on Monday, November 13th, from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. to learn how to "How To Make The Numbers Work" with Grace Johnson of G2CFO. 

This workshop will focus on developing healthy financial skills, common pitfalls of entrepreneurs, and how good accounting can help avoid those issues. As an experienced Certified Public Accountant, Johnson specializes in various industries and provides accounting solutions and advisory services to businesses using the latest financial technology.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of why an excellent accounting system from the start benefits your business

• The knowledge of how to maintain a good accounting system with a checklist

• basic understanding of what is tax deductible and what records to maintain for tax purposes

Webinar is free but registration is required to receive webinar link and details.

For more information about Take A Break & Educate Session, please reach out to Teuana Smith,  501-377-6031 or tsmith@littlerockchamber.com

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The Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families (AACF) invites you to join them for the Friends of Children Annual Luncheon on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, where they’ll celebrate the power of advocacy in improving the lives of children and families across our state.

Directions: Beyond Wellness is located at the corner of Chenal and Hwy 10

Beside: Hwy 10 Walmart

Across From: Dairy Queen

Contact: Ashley Huneycutt; Owner/CEO, (501) 476-7171

Statehouse Convention Center

For more information on joining the Rockstars Leads Group, please email Stacy Wilson, swilson@littlerockchamber.com, or call (501) 374-2001.

Beside: Fidelity

Across From: Toasted Yolk

Contact: Emily Gray; Owner, (847) 331-8539

Directions: 11410 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72212

Contact: Linda Bradley; Owner, (870) 897-0930

Directions: In the River Market District on the Arkansas River

Across From: Courtyard by Marriott Little Rock Downtown

Contact: Kelley Bass; CEO, (501) 537-3075

For more information on joining the Summit Leads Group, please email Stacy Wilson, swilson@littlerockchamber.com, or call (501) 374-2001.

Directions: Type in 1001 East 5th Street, North Little Rock, AR 72114, and that will take you to where you need to park, or you can park on the street!

Beside: ISS Battery

Across From: Razorback Auto Repair

Contact: Hayley Payton; Marketing Manager, (501) 375-6004

Directions: Promenade at Chenal

Beside: Nike

Contact: Katie Spencer; Marketing, (501) 817-3919

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New Year's resolutions are not just empty promises; they symbolize your optimism, ambition, and determination But how many of us keep those resolutions during the year? Before we welcome 2024, let's equip ourselves with powerful strategies to turn our goals into reality.

Don't miss out on our final Cultivate session of 2023, brought to you by Baptist Health, on Wednesday, November 29th, from noon to 1 p.m. This is your chance to make a real change. Let's seize it together!

Our expert panelists will help you reflect on the past year's journey, learn from it, and use that wisdom to set clear, achievable goals for the upcoming year. Yes, we may stumble, but remember, it's not about how many times we fall but how many times we get back up and keep pushing. Let's make our resolutions more than just words this year.

Beside: Salon Service Group

Across From: Bank OZK

Contact: Lavonne Wood; Owner, (917) 699-6284

Directions: Utilize street parking on 4th street and enter arched entrance near the rear of the building located on 4th street. Insight Engineering is on the 2nd floor.

Beside: Jill White Designs & allheart Senior Care of Arkansas

Across From: Moody & Ritchey Attorney

Contact: Kim Koch; Founding Principal -or- Stacy Newman; Office Manager, (501) 837-6140