The 2025 Arkadelphia Alliance and Chamber Annual Banquet, presented by Southwest Auto Collection, was held on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at the Martin B. Garrison Activity and Conference Center on the campus of Henderson State University. The event brought together Clark County’s business community to celebrate achievements, recognize leaders, and unveil exciting new initiatives.
With this year’s theme, "Making Waves," the banquet highlighted the power of collaboration in driving economic growth and strengthening Clark County’s business environment. Throughout the evening, Alliance and Chamber leaders shared impactful updates, reflecting on the waves of progress made over the past year.
A highlight of the evening was the Annual Chamber Awards Ceremony, emceed by Arkadelphia native and Ouachita Baptist University graduate, Caroline Derby, news reporter for Fox 16 and KARK. The ceremony honored individuals and organizations who have made a significant impact in the community.
The 2024 Award Recipients included:
Service Award: Catherine Plyler
Rising Star: Breanna Wages, Bakes by Bree
Non-Profit Organization of the Year: Humane Society of Clark County
APSD Teacher of the Year: Meridith Armstrong
Small Business of the Year: Adorn Boutique
Large Business of the Year: The J.M. Smucker Co.
President’s Accomplished Youth Award: Millie Babb
President’s Distinguished Citizen: Gary Brinkley, City Manager, City of Arkadelphia
Congratulations to all of our deserving winners!
