The road to establishing a business or nonprofit is never easy. There are plans to develop, marketing strategies to enact, and bricks and sticks to build, and for every moment of joy garnered from seeing one’s dreams come to fruition, there are just as many sleepless nights and last-minute emergencies to take care of.
Once all the I’s are dotted and T’s are crossed, there is still one final trial to pass: the achievement test. Some tests are literal, such as earning the necessary credentials to get one’s business up and running. Others are more subjective, such as cultivating the glowing reputation needed to attract more word-of-mouth and repeat business.
Consider being named a finalist in AY About You’s “Best Of” contest the ultimate achievement test. It is an honor that precipitates from an extraordinary amount of sweat, blood and tears, not to mention the enthusiastic support of AY readers.
The finalists for “AY’s Best of 2025” represent the most elite contestants in their respective fields. Consider that according to the Arkansas Hospitality Association, there are roughly 850 hotels in Arkansas. Only three are listed in the pages that follow. The same organization notes that there are more than 5,500 eating and drinking establishments in the state. Only a handful have the privilege of being included in the contest’s dining division.
Or consider that there are more than 11,000 members of the Arkansas Realtors Association and more than 5,000 members of the Arkansas Bar Association, yet only three Realtors and only three law firms can say they were finalists for “AY’s Best of 2025.”
Have we made our point?
Being named an “AY’s Best Of” finalist is a big deal, and the journey to earning a place among the top-tier rankings is a lengthy one. In January, AY asked the public to nominate their favorite nurses, restaurants, interior designers, events and more during the nomination phase of the competition.
Then came the voting round, during which readers choose the best from a five-name ballot and cast their votes for the best in each category. Hundreds of thousands of votes are cast during that period from late February to late March, making “AY’s Best Of” perhaps the most competitive of any readers’ poll in the state.
The sheer magnitude of the contest is astounding. There are nearly 250 categories across divisions spanning beauty and health; clothing; dining; entertainment and leisure; home, home services and finance; kids and education; media; people and places; services; shopping; spirits; sports; top employers; and vehicle dealers and services.
That is not bad considering the contest began in 2014 with less than 100 categories, more than half related to food and beverage.
From audiologists to wellness clinics and from auto dealerships to window tinting, the poll gives readers a voice to choose the best professionals, organizations and happenings across the state.
By the way, that really does mean across the state. “AY’s Best of 2025” finalists hail from communities both big and small, from the powerhouses of central and northwest Arkansas to tucked-away communities such as Magnolia and Beebe.
As the saying goes, nothing succeeds like success, and the “AY’s Best Of” finalists proudly display the recognition as a badge of honor, plastering the blue finalist logo across billboards, trailers and other advertising from one end of the Natural State to the other.
The following pages list the three entries that received the most votes in each category. The overall winners will be revealed in next month’s issue. While there can only be one top dog, being voted into such a select group of finalists is an honor in itself, one that AY recognizes each May by listing the cream of the crop right here in the magazine.
Whether one’s occupation is dog grooming or running an art gallery, being listed in the top tier of “AY’s Best of 2025” certainly constitutes passing the achievement test. We here at AY Media Group salute our finalists, who we know give it their all every year to raise the bar for what it means to be the best.
Congratulations!
BEAUTY & HEALTH
Aesthetic Nurse
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Sydney Mayo, RN, LE
Beyond Wellness (Little Rock)
Sidney Bennett, RN
Wright Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
Paige Kelly, RN, BSN
Allergy Clinic
Advanced Allergy & Asthma
Melissa Graham, M.D.
Conway Regional Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic
Little Rock Allergy & Asthma Clinic
APRN
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Kayla Sanders, APRN
New Path Mental Health & Wellness
Zack Coco, APRN
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Danielle Lynch, APRN
Assisted Living Facility
Fox Ridge Senior Living
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation
Presbyterian Village
Audiology Clinic
American Hearing + Audiology
Arkansas Otolaryngology Center
Pinnacle Hearing
Bariatric Surgeon
Baptist Health Bariatric Center-Little Rock
Eric M. Paul, M.D.
Roller Weight Loss + Advanced Surgery
Joshua Roller, M.D.
Saline Surgery & Weight Loss Clinic
Lewis Porter, M.D., FACS
Cardiology Clinic
Arkansas Cardiology
Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic
Conway Regional Cardiovascular Clinic
Chiropractor
Chiropractic Health & Rehabilitation
Little Rock Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Pain Care Associates
Cosmetic Dentist
Implant Cosmetic & General Dentistry
Samuel F. Jirik, DDS
Smile Dailey Modern Dentistry
Wisener, Cooper & Fergus, DDS
Jeff Wisener, DDS
Cosmetic Surgeon
Devlin Cosmetic Surgery
Michael Devlin, M.D.
Dr. Suzanne Yee Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Center
Suzanne Yee, M.D.
English Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Center
Jim English, M.D.
Dental Practice
Arkansas Family Dental
Austin Family Dentistry
Dunn Family Dental
Dentist
Arkansas Family Dental
Samaria Mascagni, DDS
Conway Regional Interfaith Dental Clinic
Gary Jones, DDS
Heathman Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Monty Heathman, DDS
Dermatology Clinic
Arkansas Dermatology
Franks Dermatology
Pinnacle Dermatology
Doctor-Owned Hospital/Facility
Arkansas Urology
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
OrthoArkansas
Esthetician
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Olivia Geater
Beyond Wellness
Madie Massey
Wright Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
Maegan Whitehead
Family Dentist
Arkansas Family Dental
Dunn Family Dental
Wisener, Cooper & Fergus, DDS
Family Practice
Cabot Health & Wellness
Conway Regional Health System
Little Rock Family Practice
Foot & Ankle Surgeon
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Larry L. Nguyen, M.D
Conway Regional Health System
James Head, M.D.
Foot & Ankle Associates of Central Arkansas
Megan Herring, DPM
Gastroenterology Clinic
Conway Regional Gastroenterology Center
GastroArkansas
Saline Health System
Hair Salon
Bliss Salon & Boutique
R.A.H. Hair Design
Salon J‘adore
Hand Surgeon
Conway Regional Health System
Bryan Head, M.D.
OrthoArkansas
Brian Norton, M.D.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Theresa Wyrick-Glover, M.D.
Health Coach
Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center
Hunter Little
Meg Green, RD
Unleashed Health and Fitness
Stephanie Newcomb
Holistic Health Care Clinic
Beyond Wellness
Copper Well Retreat
Meg Green, RD
Hormone Specialist
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Kayla Sanders, APRN
Beyond Wellness (Little Rock)
Christa Jackson, APRN
Sei Bella Med Spa
Anne R. Trussell, M.D.
Hormone Therapy
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Kayla Sanders, APRN
Beyond Wellness (Little Rock)
Christa Jackson, APRN
Painted Rock Health and Wellness
Pamela Volner, APRN, FNP-C
Hospice
Arkansas Hospice
Baptist Health Hospice
Hospice Home Care
Hospital
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
Conway Regional Health System
In-Home Care
Conway Regional Home Health
Elder Independence Home Care
Superior Senior Care
Life Coach
Copper Well Retreat
Dawn Eick, MMT, CNT, RYT
Finish Empty
Jason Curry
Made to Manifest
Eve Geiggar
Long-Term Care Facility
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation
Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at Good Shepherd
Parkway Village
Massage Therapist
Copper Well Retreat
Dawn Eick, MMT, CNT, RYT
Optimal with Brooke
Brooke A, Slais, LMT, MTI
THE SPA’AH
R. Michelle Christen, BBA-M, MTI, CMLDT
Medical Spa/Nonsurgical Cosmetic Clinic
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Beyond Wellness
Wright Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
Memory Care Facility
Fox Ridge Chenal
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation
Superior Senior Care
Mental Health Facility
Napa Valley Counseling Center
New Path Mental Health & Wellness
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Neurologist
Arkansas Surgical Hospital & Little Rock Neurosurgery Clinic
Brad Thomas, M.D.
Conway Regional Health System
Keith Schluterman, M.D.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Robert Archer, M.D.
Neurosurgeon
CHI St. Vincent
Ali Krisht, M.D., FACS
Conway Regional Neuroscience Center
Regan Gallaher, M.D.
Legacy Spine & Neurological Specialists
Dominic Maggio, M.D.
Nurse Injector
Arkansas Plastic Surgery
Amber Ward, RN, BSN
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Taylor Steele, DNP, RN
Wright Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
Paige Kelly, RN, BSN
Nurse Practitioner
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Kayla Sanders, APRN
New Path Mental Health & Wellness
Zack Coco, APRN
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Danielle Lynch, APRN
Nursing Home
Briarwood Nursing & Rehabilitation
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation
Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at Good Shepherd
OB-GYN Clinic
Conway Regional Renaissance Women’s Center
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health Women’s Center
The Woman’s Clinic
Oncologist
CARTI
Jamie Burton, M.D.
CARTI
Ryan Hall, M.D.
Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute
Brad Baltz, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Little Rock Eye Clinic (North)
John Russell Burks, M.D.
Little Rock Eye Clinic (West)
Susan Blair, M.D.
McFarland Eye Care
Evan Newbolt, M.D.
Ophthalmology Clinic
BoozmanHof World Class Eye Care
Little Rock Eye Clinic
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute
Optometrist Clinic
Arkansas Eye Care Group
Legacy Eyecare
McFarland Eye Care
Oral Surgery and Implant Clinic
Arkansas Maxillofacial Surgery Center
Arkansas Oral & Facial Surgery Center
Capitol Oral Surgery & Implant Center
Orthodontic Clinic
Daniel & Jones Orthodontics
Dr. K
Carmella Knoernschild, DDS
Vondran Orthodontics
Orthodontist
Daniel & Jones Orthodontics
John Daniel, DDS
Owen Orthodontics
Clayton Owen, DDS
Wardlaw Orthodontics
David Wardlaw, DDS
Orthopedic Group
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Conway Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center
OrthoArkansas
Orthopedist
Baptist Health
Adam Norwood, D.O.
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
William F. Hefley Jr., M.D.
Conway Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center
Thomas Roberts, M.D.
Pain Center
Conway Regional Advanced Pain Management Clinic
OrthoArkansas
Pain Treatment Centers of America
Pain Specialist
Baptist Health
Conway Regional Advanced Pain Management Center
Mikio Ranahan, M.D.
Pain Treatments Centers of America
Mikhail Ivanovsky, M.D.
Pediatric Clinic
All for Kids Pediatric Clinic
Little Rock Pediatric Clinic
Pediatrics Plus
Pediatric Dental Clinic
Groovy Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Kitchens Pediatric Dentistry
Small Bites Pediatric Dentistry
Permanent Cosmetics
7th Street Tattoos & Piercing
Cara Colclasure
Beyond Wellness
Madie Massey, LE
I’Ambrace Beauty Permanent Cosmetics
Cyndi Phan Lock
Physical Therapy Clinic
Advanced Physical Therapy
Conway Regional Therapy Services
Pediatrics Plus
Physician Assistant
Arkansas Children’s
Eva Barlogie, PA
Conway Regional Renaissance Women’s Center
Brooke Money, PA
Ortho Arkansas
Christina Byler, PA-C
Place to Have a Baby
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
Conway Regional Health System
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Health
Plastic Surgeon
Arkansas Plastic Surgery
Zachary Young, M.D.
Little Rock Plastic Surgery
Michael Spann, M.D.
Wright Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
Eric Wright, M.D.
Podiatrist
Arkansas Surgical Hospital & Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Jesse Burks, DPM
Foot and Ankle Associates of Central Arkansas
Alex Dellinger, DPM
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Podiatry Clinic
Terri Cohen, DPM
Prosthetics Clinic
Crown Yours Rx
New Hope Prosthetics & Orthotic
Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics
Radiology Clinic
Baptist Health Imaging Services
Conway Regional Imaging Center
Radiology Associates
Rehabilitation Hospital
Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute
Conway Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
Saline Memorial Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation
Retirement Community
Grand Village at Clear Creek
Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation
Parkway Village
Spa
Copper Well Retreat
Oaklawn — Astral Spa
THE SPA ‘AH
Specialty Hospital
Arkansas Heart Hospital
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
The Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Sports Medicine Clinic
Conway Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center
OrthoArkansas
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine
Surgeon
Conway Regional Health System
Anthony Manning, M.D., FACS
Saline Surgery & Weight Loss Clinic
Lewis Porter, M.D., FACS
St. Bernards Medical Center
Logan Lynch, M.D.
Surgeon (Lower Extremity)
Arkansas Surgical Hospital, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
William F. Hefley Jr., M.D., FAAOS
Conway Regional Health System
James Head, M.D.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.
Surgeon (Upper Extremity)
Conway Regional Health System
Jay Howell, M.D.
Saline Memorial Hospital
Lewis Porter, M.D., FACS
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.
Tattoo Parlor
7th Street Tattoos & Piercing
Level 33 Tattoo
Love Spell Tattoo
Therapist
The Centers
Amanda Martin, LCSW
Mindy Moore Psychotherapy
Mindy Moore, LCSW
New Path Mental Health & Wellness
Joshua Lee, LPE-I
Urology Clinic
Arkansas Children’s
Arkansas Urology
CARTI Urology
Wellness Clinic
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Beyond Wellness
Painted Rock Health and Wellness
CLOTHING
Children’s Clothing
Clara Jane + Jax Children’s Boutique
Simply Sweet Kids
The Toggery
Men’s Clothing
Mr. Wicks: The Gentleman’s Shop
Sage Boutique
Southern Gentleman
Women’s Clothing
Sage Boutique
Twisted Attitude Boutique
Willow + Grace
DINING
Asian Fusion
Kemuri
Mt. Fuji
Three Fold
Bakery
Boulevard Bread Co.
The Croissanterie
Oh Mylanta Sweets
Barbecue
Blue Ember Smokehouse
McClard’s Bar-B-Q
Wright’s Barbecue
Breakfast
Big Bad Breakfast
The Buttered Biscuit
Stoby’s Restaurant
Brewpub
Flyway Brewing
Lost Forty Brewing
Southern Tail Brewing
Brunch
The Fold: Botanas & Bar
Lost Forty Brewing
Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom
Burger
Big Orange
Crissy’s Pub Style
Lefty’s on the Square
Caterer
DownHome Catering
Rx Catering
Vibrant Occasions Catering
Catfish
Eat My Catfish
Leon’s Catfish and Steak House
Riverside Grocery & Catering
Cheese Dip
Baja Grill
El Porton Mexican Restaurant
Taco & Tamale Co.
Chef
Brave New Restaurant
Peter Brave
Brood & Barley
Brayan McFadden
Saracen Casino Resort’s Red Oak Steakhouse
Matías de Matthaeis
Cocktails
Lefty’s on the Square
Oaklawn — The OAK room & bar
Petit & Keet
Coffee Shop
The Electric Strawberry
Gibson’s Cat Café
Guillermo’s Gourmet Coffee
Creole/Cajun
Cypress Social
The Faded Rose
Purple Onion
Dessert
Oh Mylanta Sweets
Trio’s Restaurant
Volstead Proper
Dining for Kids
All Aboard Restaurant & Grill
Gadwall’s Grill
The Purple Cow Restaurant
Fine Dining
Brave New Restaurant
Cache Restaurant
Oaklawn — The Bugler
Food Truck
Crissy’s Pub Style
The Impasta
The Utopia Deli
Italian
Deluca’s Pizza
J&S Italian Villa
Pasta Grill
Mexican
Baja Grill
Camp Taco at Lost Forty
Local Lime
Pizza
Deluca’s Pizza
Different Dough Pizza Co.
MuleKick
Restaurant (General)
Lefty’s on the Square
Oaklawn — Mainline Sports Bar
RŌBER :: Cocktails + Culinary
Restaurant (Newly Opened)
Deluca’s Pizza (Little Rock)
The Springhouse
Volstead Proper
Salad
Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe
U.S Pizza Co.
ZAZA Fine Salad & Wood Oven Pizza Co.
Seafood
Oceans at Arthur’s
The Oyster Bar
Who Dat’s Cajun Restaurant
Speakeasy
DONS Southern Social
George’s Little Rock
Lefty’s on the Square
Special Occasion
Cypress Social
Oaklawn — The OAK room & bar
Sonny Williams’ Steak Room
Steak
Doe’s Eat Place
Lefty’s on the Square
Sonny Williams’ Steak Room
Sushi
Kemuri
Mt. Fuji
Rock N Roll Sushi
Sweet & Savory
Indulge Sweet & Savory
The Popcorn Spot
Scoops Homemade Ice Cream
Wine Bar
Crush Wine Bar
Petit & Keet
Zin Wine Bar
ENTERTAINMENT & LEISURE
Art Gallery
Barry Thomas Fine Art & Studio
Central Arkansas Library System – Butler Center for Arkansas Studies
Red Door Gallery
Bike Shop
Arkansas Cycling & Fitness
Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Co.
Spokes Giant Little Rock
Casino
Gold Strike Casino Resort (Tunica)
Oaklawn
Saracen Casino Resort
Cigar Lounge
The 1836 Club — Churchill Cigar Lounge
Cigar Republic
The Culture Cigar Lounge
Concert Venue
Simmons Bank Arena
Stickyz Rock ‘N’ Roll Chicken Shack
University of Central Arkansas Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall
Event Venue
Argenta Plaza
Oaklawn
Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards
Family Attraction
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Little Rock Zoo
Mid-America Science Museum
Festival/Fair/Event
Little Rock Zoo – Wild Wines
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas & North Louisiana – Chocolate Fantasy Ball
World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Happening/Entertainment Restaurant
Murry’s Dinner Playhouse
Overtime Cabot
Stickyz Rock ‘N’ Roll Chicken Shack
Hotel
The Haywood El Dorado, Tapestry Collection
Graduate by Hilton Fayetteville
Oaklawn
Live Theater
Argenta Contemporary Theatre
Arkansas Circus Arts
Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Local Musician(s)
BAD HABiT
Donnie Lee Strickland
Jacob Flores
Local Tourist Attraction
Little Rock Zoo
Museum of Discovery
Oaklawn
Museum
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Mid-America Science Museum
Museum of Discovery
Out-of-State Travel
Big Cedar Lodge
Silver Dollar City
The Titanic Museum Attraction
Resort
Big Cedar Lodge
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
Oaklawn
Seasonal Attraction
Garvan Woodland Gardens – Holiday Lights
Little Rock Zoo – GloWILD
Silver Dollar City – An Old Time Christmas
Seasonal Designer
Norwood-Day Floral Co.
Silks A Bloom
Tobi Fairley
Whiskey Bar
501 Prime — The Bourbon Bar
Rock Town Distillery
Volstead Proper
HOME, HOME SERVICES & FINANCE
Accounting Firm
Bell & Co.
Denman, Hamilton & Associates CPA
Forbes & Associates
Bank
Arvest Bank
First Arkansas Bank & Trust
First Security Bank
Cabinetry
Chapman’s Marble, Cabinets & Flooring
Smedley Cabinets
Southern Interiors
Countertops
Blan-co Fabricators
Countertop World
Southern Interiors
Credit Union
Arkansas Federal Credit Union
Hope Credit Union
Telcoe Federal Credit Union
Design-Build Team
Hines Homes
Hunter Medlock Homes
Menco Construction
Development/Neighborhood
Chenal
Lakewood
Stonebrook
Electrical Company
Elite Power Services
Gary Houston Electric Co.
Staley Electric
Fabrics, Draperies & Window Treatments
Cynthia East Fabrics
Made in the Shade
Southern Interiors
Fireplace & Patio
Central Arkansas Fireplaces
Congo Fireplace & Patio
Ken Rash’s Arkansas
Furniture Upholstery
Jonas Williams Upholstery
The Reloved Relic
Robby Chism Upholstery
Gutters
Collier Roofing
High Caliber Exteriors
MadDog Construction & Guttering
Home Accessories
Blind Tiger Chandlery
Curly Willow Designs
Kaufman by Design West
Home Automation
HomeTroniX
Professional Computer Services
Sound Concepts
Home Contractor
Hines Homes
Household Solutions
Menco Construction
Home Glass
Alpine Glass & Mirror
Staley Glass
West Little Rock Glass
Home Security
Beyond Sound & Security
Natural State Security
Triple-S Alarm Co.
Homebuilder
Hines Homes
Parkinson Building Group
River Rock Builders
Insurance Firm
Allstate — Brooke Brolo
G&G Independent Insurance
State Farm — Charlotte Potts
Interior Designer
DP Designs
Sandy Sutton Design Center
Terry Williams Interiors
Investment Firm
Meridian Investment Advisors
Savvy Wealth
Small Wealth Management
Kitchen Store/Supply
Eggshells Kitchen Co.
The Kitchen Store & More
Southern Interiors
Lawn Care
A&K Quality Services
The Good Earth Garden Center
Green Acres Lawn Care
Mortgage Lender
Arvest Bank
Joy Dailey
Centennial Bank
Hope Hart
Guild Mortgage
Kathy Rice
Real Estate Agent
iRealty Arkansas
Kyndle Daniels
Mid South Realty
Kari Clay
RE/MAX Elite
Staci Medlock
Real Estate Company
The Charlotte John Co.
iRealty Arkansas
Mid South Realty
Repair/Remodeling
Household Solutions
Menco Construction
Southern Interiors
Siding/Windows/Roofing
Riley Hays Roofing & Construction
Wilson’s Home Improvement
Windows and More
Solar Power
Delta Solar
Entegrity
Seal Solar
Swimming Pools
Diamond Pools
Luxury Pool & Spa
R & R Pools and Service
Title Company
First National Title Co.
Pro Land Title
WACO Title
KIDS & EDUCATION
Community College
National Park College
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton
University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College
Private College/University
Harding University
Lyon College
Ouachita Baptist University
Private School
Catholic High School for Boys
Little Rock Christian Academy
Little Rock Montessori School
Public School
Cabot Freshman Academy
LISA Academy Public Charter Schools
Little Rock Central High School
Public College/University
Arkansas State University
University of Arkansas
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Special Education School
ACCESS Academy
Building Bridges Developmental and Community Services
Pediatrics Plus
MEDIA
Advertising Agency
iProv
The Peacock Group
SixtyOne Celsius
Columnist or Reporter
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette – Rex Nelson
The Saline Courier – Darrell Brown
Ya! Mule Wordsmiths – Dwain Hebda
Marketing Consultant
iProv – Jake Whisenant
The Peacock Group – Madeline Roberts
Winning Local – Jeff Turnbow
Marketing Firm
iProv
The Peacock Group
Synergetic Social
Radio Personality
103.7 The Buzz – David Bazzel
Alice 107.7 – Heather & Poolboy
B98.5 – Ashley King
Social Media Specialist
Honey Holler Marketing – Jordan Sullivan
iProv – Jake Whisenant
Synergetic Social – Hayden Medlock
TV Personality
Fox 16
Kevin Kelly
THV11 – Adam Bledsoe
THV11 – Ashley King
Weather Person
KARK – Todd Yakoubian
KATV – Melinda Mayo
THV11 – Tracy Beene
PEOPLE & PLACES
Chamber of Commerce
Cabot Chamber of Commerce
Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce
North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce
Convention & Visitors Bureau
North Little Rock Tourism
Visit Bentonville
Visit Hot Springs
Fundraiser
Conway Regional Health Foundation
Arkansas Duck Derby
Easterseals Arkansas
Fashion Event
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas & North Louisiana
Chocolate Fantasy Ball
Person of the Year
Arkansas Razorbacks
Dave Van Horn
Beyond Wellness
Ashley Huneycutt
103.7 The Buzz
David Bazzel
Place to Worship
Calvary Baptist Church
The Church at Rock Creek
First Assembly of God North Little Rock
Wedding Venue
C&C by the Lake
Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards
The Venue at Oakdale
SERVICES
Architect(s)
Herron Horton Architects
Jennifer Herron & Jeff Horton
Polk Stanley Wilcox
Reese Rowland
TAGGART Architects
Bram Keahey
Auction
Blackmon Auctions
Wilson Auctioneers
Wooley Auctioneers
Customer Service
Arkansas Medical Staffing
Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
Conway Regional Medical Center
Dog Groomer
Dat Pooch Mobile Dog Grooming
Hounds Lounge Pet Resort and Spa
Posh Paws Mobile Pet Salon
Doggy Day Care
Hillcrest Dog Spot
Hounds Lounge Pet Resort and Spa
Leashes and Lashes
Dry Cleaner
Crestwood Cleaners
Hangers Cleaners
Schickel’s Cleaners
Financial Advisor
Meridian Investment Advisors
Pat Moon, CFA
Savvy Wealth
Dustin Parsons, AAMS
Small Wealth Management
Kymberlie Reed, CRPC, APMA, CLTC, CMFA
Funeral Home
A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory
Roller Funeral Homes
Smith Family Funeral Homes
Housekeeping
Busy Bee Home Solutions
Molly Maid of Greater Little Rock
Mrs. Canady’s Cleaning Co.
HVAC Service
All American Heat & Air
Dash Heating & Cooling
Middleton Heat & Air
Jewelry Designer
Baker’s Fine Jewelry
Hillcrest Designer Jewelry
Sissy’s Log Cabin
Jewelry Store
Cecil’s Fine Jewelry
Jones & Son Diamond & Bridal Fine Jewelry
Sissy’s Log Cabin
Law Firm
Denton, Zachary & Norwood
The Law Offices of Katherine E. Blackmon
Taylor King Law
Nonprofit
Heroes Behind the Line
Junior Achievement of Arkansas
Paws of Love AR
Party Planning/Products/Rentals
Party Time Rental and Events
Something Borrowed Event & Party Rentals
Tipton & Hurst
Payroll Company
Complete Payroll Services
Millennium Payroll Solutions
TPC
Pest Control
Adams Pest Control
The Bug Man
Empire Pest Solutions
Photographer
Chris Davis Photography
Lizzy Yates Photography
Lori Sparkman Photography
Plumber
North Star Plumbing
Ray Lusk Plumbing
Victory Plumbing
Promotional Services
Arkansas Graphics
TLC Apparel & Embroidery
Trivia Marketing
Special Events Planner
Kaitie Gill Weddings
Norwood-Day Floral Co.
Ramsey & Co. Wedding and Events
Staffing Agency
Apex Staffing
Arkansas Medical Staffing
Rise Dental Temp Agency
Travel Agency
Cupcakes Castles Travel Co.
Poe Travel
Postcard Passengers Travel Agency
Veterinarian (4)
Cantrell Animal Clinic
Healthy Life Pet Clinic
Shackleford Road Veterinary Clinic
Lake Hamilton Animal Hospital
Video Production
CWP Productions
iProv
SixtyOne Celsius
Web Design
Rock City Digital
SixtyOne Celsius
Synergetic Social
SHOPPING
Arkansas Handmade Products
Addison’s Grace Luxury Candle Co.
Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium
Kara’s Packing Co.
Boutique
The Humble Thread
Sage Boutique
Twisted Attitude Boutique
Bridal Store
A Little Formal and More
The Bridal Cottage
Low’s Bridal
CBD Store
Abby Road
Good Day Farm
Healing Hemp of Arkansas
Consignment Store
Deja Vu Upscale Consignment
Live Thankfully Little Rock
Yours Truly Consignment
Eyewear
Bright Eye Care
Little Rock Eye Clinic
McFarland Eye Care
Flooring
Akel’s Carpet One
C&F Flooring and Rug Gallery
Natural State Wholesale
Florist
Curly Willow Designs
Norwood-Day Floral Co.
Tipton & Hurst
Furniture
Brashears Furniture
Cost Plus Furniture Warehouse
Down South
Garden Center
The Good Earth Garden Center
Hocott’s Garden Center & Landscaping
Plantopia
Gift Store
American Patriot Guns & Gifts
The Crown Shop
Sage Tea & Treats
Grocery Store
Edwards Food Giant
Heights Corner Market
Me & McGee Market
Home Improvement Store
Fuller and Son Hardware & Lumber
Kraftco Hardware
Ridout Lumber Co.
Shopping Center
Lakewood Village
Outlets of Little Rock
The Promenade at Chenal
SPIRITS
Happy Hour
Brood & Barley
Petit & Keet
Sauce(d) Bar and Oven
Liquor Store
Colonial Wines & Spirits
Legacy Wine and Spirits
O’Looney’s Wine & Liquor
SPORTS
Fitness Center/Gym
The Athletic Clubs
Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center
WorkHarder Gym
Golf Course
Burns Park
Maumelle Country Club
Pleasant Valley Country Club
Personal Trainer
Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center Erika Setzler
Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center Cassidy Teague
WorkHarder Gym – Michael Troxler
Sporting Goods Store
Fort Thompson Sporting Goods
Gene Lockwood’s
Mack’s Prairie Wings
TOP EMPLOYERS
Boss
Beauty Boss Co. Aesthetics & Wellness
Kayla Sanders, COO
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Trent Talley, COO
Stallion Transportation
Butch Rice, COO
CEO
Arvest Bank
Ron Witherspoon, CEO
Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness
Susan Smith, CEO
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Danielle Lynch, CEO
Chief Financial Officer
Pediatrics Plus
Chris Bell, CFO
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Liz Murphy, CFO
Stallion Transportation
Jeff Holt, CFO
Overall Company
Conway Regional Health System
Pediatrics Plus
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Philanthropy Company
Stallion Transportation
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
Place to Work
Pediatrics Plus
Renew Mental Health and Wellness
Vibrant Occasions Catering
VEHICLE DEALERS & SERVICES
Auto Dealership Service Department
Everett Buick GMC
Gwatney Buick GMC
Russell Chevrolet Co.
Auto Glass Repair
Capitol Glass Co.
Royal Autoglass
Staley Glass
Auto/Truck Accessories
Central Arkansas Truck Outfitters
Goodsell Truck Accessories
MUD Connection
Boat/Marine Dealership
Futrell Marine
Gregg Orr Marine
Lacey’s Narrows Marina
Car Salesperson
Everett Buick GMC
Nick Stewart
Mark McLarty Ford
Jason Koon
Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock
Jamie Jones
Car Wash
Ducky’s Premium Auto Spa
Gwatzilla Wash-N-Lube
Splash Car Wash & 10-Minute Oil Change
New Car Dealership
Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock
Parker Lexus
Russell Chevrolet Co.
Preowned Car Dealership
Frank Fletcher Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Gwatney Chevrolet
Russell Chevrolet Co.
RV Dealership
Camping World
Moix RV Supercenter
Razorback Camper Sales
Tire Center
Cabot Tire & Off Road
Discount Tire & Brake
Vaughan Tire Co.
Window Tint
D&D Sun Control
Hi-Tech Tinting & Audio
Signature Window Tinting
