Other Investments

In addition to our operating businesses, we have additional investments in outdoors, aviation and events. These are strategic choices to create connections across a wide range of experiences. OZ Brands captures unique outdoor experiences in Northwest Arkansas. OZ Trails provides access to a rapidly expanding map of soft-surface trails. OZ Art NWA makes art part of everyday life through a dynamic network of museum-worthy art in public settings. FLY OZ™ showcases the beauty recreational aviators can experience in the Ozarks through a network of backcountry airstrips. We celebrate our rich aviation history through backcountry flying, personalized flight instruction, and aircraft manufacturing—all centered around the hub of Thaden Field, “The coolest airport in America!”

Outdoors

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OZ Brands

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OZ ART NWA

OZ Brands

Join us in OZ™, home to unique outdoor, cultural, and art
experiences in Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas.

OZ Trails

Founded in 2016, OZ Trails was created to showcase the development of multi-purpose trails in Northwest Arkansas. We focus on growing the local rider base and providing information to both locals and travelers seeking to experience the region’s unique trail system as it develops. Whether you are a first-time rider or a seasoned pro, our trails have something for every level of adventurer.

OZ ART NWA

OZ Art brings together a network of art, artists, events, and experiences throughout Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas. Founded in 2017, OZ Art supports the regional arts scene with its own collection displayed throughout Bentonville and by collaborating with regional arts organizations.

AVIATION

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Thaden Field

OZ1

Fly OZ

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Game Composites

Thaden Field

The flagship of Arkansas aviation, Thaden Field is a municipal airport unlike any other. Investments from Runway Group helped break the barriers surrounding aviation, leading to an unmatched airport experience that instills the wonder of flight in all of us.

OZ1

OZ1 is Arkansas’ premier flying club for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. We’re driving aviation experiences in order to grow the number of pilots in our community and within the industry. Whether you have been flying for years, days, or just love aircraft, you’re welcome in OZ1. Members receive discounted rates to club-owned planes, charter flights, and fuel; and also have access to speaker series and special educational opportunities.

Fly OZ

Runway Group created Fly OZ, the backcountry aviation arm of Thaden Field’s offerings, as an opportunity for pilots to discover the endless adventures and beauty of the Ozark Hills through a network of grass airstrips in the region.

Game Composites

EVENTS

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Up.Summit

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FORMAT festival

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Heartland Summit

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OZ CX

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FOR Music Art Technology.

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