Renew Mental Health and Wellness Top 3, Best Mental Health Facility Stacey Danielle Lynch, an advanced practice nurse, started Renew Mental Health and Wellness in 2019. “I saw a need for mental health assistance in Jonesboro, and I wanted to fill that need by starting my small business,” Lynch says. “I had no idea…
Premier Dermatology Top 3, Best Dermatology Clinic Premier Dermatology was founded in 2004 by Dr. Missy Clifton, a double board-certified dermatologist and laser surgeon. Clifton says, “My dream was to establish a skin health destination where all concerns could be addressed and treated using the most clinically advanced technologies available. That’s how our motto, ‘All…
Ouachita Baptist University Top 3, Best Private College At Ouachita Baptist University, they love big numbers. This fall, the university welcomed 486 first-time freshmen to campus — its largest class on record. Of those freshmen, 38 percent earned a 4.0 or higher high school grade point average, 25 percent are the first in their…
The Janet Jones Company Winner, Best Real Estate Company Janet Jones founded The Janet Jones Company in 1980 with the Golden Rule serving as the company’s guiding philosophy. Jones says she believes the biggest difference between her business and others is the people who make up The Janet Jones Company. “The best part…
Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Facility AY’ s Top 3 Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care. The highly qualified staff provides support for the tasks of day-to-day living, allowing for the enjoyment of more pleasant and carefree activities. “We are…
Freyaldenhoven Heating and Cooling Winner, Best Heating and A/C Service John and Scott Freyaldenhoven purchased the family business — Freyaldenhoven Heating and Cooling — in 1998. Freyaldenhoven Heating and Cooling was founded by brothers Ken “Buck” Freyaldenhoven, John’s dad, and Bob Freyaldehoven, Scott’s dad, in 1970 on values of quality, dependability, great service and…
Eberle Insurance Agency Finalist, Best Insurance Firm Mike W. Eberle prides himself and his business, Eberle Insurance Agency Inc., on simply caring. Founded on Feb. 3, 1985, Eberle Insurance Agency offers policies for business, life, home and auto. “We care, we still answer the phone,” Eberle says. “And with employees being here over…
Dave Creek Media Top 3, Best Advertising Agency Making it in the media market is no easy task, but Dave Creek Media has set an example on how to come out on top. Founded in 2017 by two corporate executives with experience in assisting Fortune 500 companies and helping mid-sized companies grow revenue, increase…
Chicken Salad Chick Top 3, Best New Restaurant Owned by Emily Gray and business partner Hudson Sandefur, Chicken Salad Chick has three Arkansas locations — in Benton, North Little Rock and Little Rock. Chicken Salad Chick was born from Stacy Brown’s kitchen in Auburn, Alabama, in 2007, when she found herself newly divorced with…
Charlotte’s Eats and Sweets Top 3, Best Dessert In 1993, Charlotte Bowls founded Charlotte’s Eats and Sweets with a collection of family and friends’ special recipes and created a one-of-a-kind dessert and lunch menu. The current staff says the best part of their jobs is seeing customers enjoy homemade delicious food and fellowship. Charlotte’s…
