Walton, Dillard, Stephens discuss third generation Arkansas at LR Rotary

Walton, Dillard, Stephens discuss third generation Arkansas at LR Rotary

Third-generation heirs of three of the state’s biggest businesses spoke with the Rotary Club of Little Rock Tuesday to discuss the future of Arkansas. Steuart Walton of Walmart, Annemarie Dillard Jazic of Dillards, and John Stephens of Stephens Inc. all moved away from Arkansas, but told the audience they decided to move back and all seemed pleased with their decisions.

Walton said his reason for moving back to the state was wanting to create an impact and help improve his home state.

“The communities that outperform are inevitably communities where resources are being reinvested,” he said.

Our Passions – Steuart Walton & Tom Walton

Our Passions – Steuart Walton & Tom Walton

Steuart Walton and Tom Walton grew up in Bentonville. They believe that active, better-connected communities build a more vibrant, joyful place to live and work. Runway’s investments in outdoor recreation, real estate, art, and hospitality all play a role in creating a more dynamic community, making Bentonville the best version of itself for everyone.

Walton brothers talk growth in Bentonville

Walton brothers talk growth in Bentonville

As Downtown Bentonville Inc. celebrates its 20th anniversary, some local business leaders talk about Bentonville’s rapid growth.

The Walton brothers called the downtown environment in local cities “the beating heart of Northwest Arkansas.”

Steuart Walton to discuss smart growth in Bentonville on Sept. 15

Steuart Walton to discuss smart growth in Bentonville on Sept. 15

The Bentonville Library Foundation has announced Booked For the Evening with Steuart Walton. The event will be at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 15 at Tavola Trattoria, 108 S.E. A St. downtown. The topic is “Smart Growth and Avoiding Complacency.” Discussion will revolve around how the community is growing, opportunities and challenges about that growth and how to avoid becoming complacent in an ever-changing environment.