Put your business front and center by sponsoring a Chamber event, annual program, or digital media.
New network building events in 2022 include the Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament and the Local Lunch for restaurants. BE PRO BE PROUD and Connecting Educators in Industry are focused on building the workforce pipeline for our community. Also new this year are two annual program sponsorships, the Governmental Affairs Committee, and the Chamber Ambassadors, both focused on advocacy for a strong, business friendly climate in our community, county, and state.
Or promote your business utilizing the Chamber website, which received more than 145,000 visits in 2021. And don't forget the long running favorites; the Annual Meeting & Business Expo, the Golf Classic, Business After Hours, and the Arkansas Scholars Award Ceremony.
Put your business front and center by sponsoring a Chamber event, annual program, or digital media.
New network building events in 2022 include the Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament and the Local Lunch for restaurants. BE PRO BE PROUD and Connecting Educators in Industry are focused on building the workforce pipeline for our community. Also new this year are two annual program sponsorships, the Governmental Affairs Committee, and the Chamber Ambassadors, both focused on advocacy for a strong, business friendly climate in our community, county, and state.
Or promote your business utilizing the Chamber website, which received more than 145,000 visits in 2021. And don't forget the long running favorites; the Annual Meeting & Business Expo, the Golf Classic, Business After Hours, and the Arkansas Scholars Award Ceremony.
FORT SMITH, Ark. (April 1, 2024) – Arvest Bank today announced the kickoff of its 14th annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month long initiative to raise money to feed local communities while also raising awareness about food insecurity. The campaign, which runs through May 31, will benefit 85 community food partners in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri and Kansas. This year, Community Services Clearinghouse, United Way of Fort Smith Area and Antioch for Youth and Family were selected as food partners and
Since 1963, the U.S Small Business Association (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week during the first week of May to not only celebrate small business owners but also to help spread awareness of the resources available to help small businesses thrive. If you are a small business owner or looking to open a small business, the Small Business Association has many resources to assist you in launching your business and help your business flourish. This year, Small Business Week is April 28 - May 4,
A Ribbon Cutting was held on April 22, 2024 to celebrate the grand opening of 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee located on Fayetteville Road. 7 Brew Drive Thru aims to give you an experience where every sip brings joy while also giving back to the community. During the grand opening, they presented a check to New Start for Children and Families, a non-profit organization that serves foster care children and their families. 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee offers drinks from coffee to smoothies and energy teas. Looking for
A Ribbon Cutting was held on April 17, 2024 for the new location for The Call in Crawford and Sebastian Counties located on Greenwood Ave in Fort Smith. This new facility will help the organization to provide support and resources to the foster children and their families in the community. If you or someone you know is currently or interested in becoming a foster family, contact the call for a team that can help you the whole way through!Click here to view the video!
The Crawford County Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver Support Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Legacy Heights & Memory Lane. Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:Develop a support system. Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions.Talk through issues and ways of coping. Share feelings, needs and concerns.Learn about community
Business After Hours was held on April 16, 2024 hosted by The Old Town Merchants Association. Attendees were treated to an array of delicious snacks while engaging in meaningful conversations and connections with fellow business owners and professionals. In addition to networking opportunities, those in attendance had the chance to explore booths from various businesses located in Historic Downtown Van Buren. Chamber Members also had the opportunity to share updates and announcements about their businesses.
The American Pickers are excited to return to Arkansas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in June 2024.Click here for the full press release.
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FORT SMITH — The Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission along with community leaders met at Chaffee Crossing to announce a $500,000 contribution from Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority to help update and reinvent the vision of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center. Daniel Mann, Executive Director and CEO, said, “the Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority Board of Trustees strongly supports the Janet Huckabee Arkansas
On April 9, 2024, the Van Buren Chamber Education and Workforce Committee proudly honored the outstanding achievements of the 2024 Arkansas Scholars from Van Buren High School. These students have worked hard in the past four years to graduate with this honor. They were required to maintain an outstanding attendance record of 95% or better throughout their four years of high school, achieve a grade average of "C" or higher, and successfully complete all required courses within the standard four-year
A ribbon cutting was held on April 10, 2024 for Lumina at the Manor located on Highway 282. Lumina at the Manor is behavioral health treatment center that specializes in behavioral health and substance abuse treatment. Their team of licensed and trained professionals are committed to providing compassionate support. Lumina at the Manor's aims to empower individuals to enhance their quality of life, attain wellness objectives, and realize their fullest potential. Their therapists are waiting to help patients
What is a Select Employer Group or SEG? A select Employer Group (SEG) is a business or organization that establishes a relationship with United Federal Credit Union to provide financial services and guidance to its employees, as an added benefit.Here are some of the services you receive as a SEG at United Federal Credit Union:Employee financial assistanceFree virtual or in person financial
Calling all foodies, artisans, and local enthusiasts! The Chaffee Crossing Food and Artisan Market will return on the third Saturday of each month, starting in May, and will offer a selection of culinary and handmade treasures.Click here for the full article.
Come by and receive one FREE 7 Brew t-shirt with the purchase of a large drink! Stop by 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee in Van Buren on April 27th for Swag Day!5:30 am - 11:00 pm
We are honored to recognize Emily Parks as April 2024 Amazing Ambassador! Emily joined Citizens Bank & Trust Company shortly after graduating from Arkansas Tech University in 2016. Emily is a member of the Robert Jack VFW Post 1322 Auxiliary, the Van Buren Rotary Club and organizes a Non-Profit Fund for local families in need through the bank. In her free time, Emily love to garden and travel. Thank you Emily for being an Amazing Ambassador and for your passion and dedication in the Chamber and our
The First Quarterly Chamber Ambassador Meeting was held on March 27, 2024 at the Van Buren Housing Authority. Chamber Ambassadors were given updates on upcoming Chamber events and plans for the rest of 2024. The Chamber Ambassador sponsor, Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield, spoke to the Ambassadors about the community events they have been holding such as self defense and art classes. These events are free to anyone that would like to attend and are aimed at fostering a healthy community. The Ambassadors
Our wellness theme for the month of April is Believe! This has a very special meaning to us for a couple of different reasons... #1 April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! One of the biggest things we can do as advocates for SA survivors is believe their truth and listen (really listen) to how we can help. #2 We want women to believe in their value and worth. To believe that a beautiful life is possible past trauma. And to believe they are capable of thriving. We go to work everyday supporting women
The Marshals are here! Hello everyone! We are the new summer collegiate baseball team in Fort Smith. We are thrilled to bring baseball back to the River Valley! We are committed to providing family fun and safe experiences for Fort Smith, Van Buren, and the rest of the River Valley Area. Our organization strives to provide an ideal environment for continuing the development of collegiate baseball players. We will play 34 homes games this season. Opening day will be May 23rd at 7:05pm! Season tickets,
Please make Ms. Arkansas Senior America Pageant, Inc. your preferred charity in the Walmart.com Round Up Program.Ms. Arkansas Senior America Pageant, Inc is set up to receive Round Up donations on Walmart.com. Just sign into your Walmart account and make Ms. Arkansas Senior America Pageant, Inc. your preferred charity. Click here to participate!More on Walmart Round Up:Support your favorite local charity every time you shop. Donate spare change by automatically rounding up your orders to the nearest dollar
In the contemporary era, small-scale farming is not just about growing crops and raising livestock. It has evolved into a profitable business venture that requires strategic planning, effective management, and innovative monetization strategies. In this article, we provide valuable insights into how you can successfully start and monetize your small farm.Start by Investing in the Best Business Technology Adobe Acrobat can be a valuable asset in launching your small farm business. You can try this page
Are you looking for a great fundraiser for your school, church, youth sports team, college group or nonprofit organization? Look at Fundraiser Nights!Fundraisers are held on Monday & Tuesday evenings from 4pm-7pm. Organizations will receive a donation of 10% of all sales during the 3 hour window! Organizations must have at least 5 members present to represent the organization at all times during the fundraiser! We ask that you please request the fundraiser 30 days prior to fundraiser! Interested or would
As a small business owner, it is your responsibility to assess both operational and financial weaknesses to keep your business running smoothly. No one likes to think that their beloved business may have issues, but addressing them head-on will make all the difference. Here are some tips from the Van Buren Chamber on how to identify and address weaknesses in your business.Maximize Cash Flow One of the most important aspects of a successful business is managing cash flow. Too often, businesses have
Holiday success is vital to many small businesses. According to the National Retail Federation, holiday sales grew by more than 14 percent last holiday season, so it’s important to have a solid marketing strategy in place to make the most of the season. If you’re not sure where to start, never fear! The Van Buren Chamber of Commerce has put together a list of holiday marketing ideas to help you boost your sales and bring in some extra holiday cheer.Create a Gift Guide One of the best ways to market your
In a world where social media platforms seem to come and go overnight, email newsletters have remained a tried-and-true method for small businesses to keep their customers updated on new products, services, and promotions. Not only are they an effective way to grow your customer base, but they can also be an excellent tool for strengthening relationships with your existing clients. In this post from the Van Buren Chamber of Commerce, we'll take a deeper look at why small businesses benefit from