31 Dec 2024 Arkansas Women’s Hall of Fame

The Arkansas Women’s Hall of Fame, established to honor and celebrate the significant contributions of past and present Arkansas women while inspiring the future, recently announced the appointment of new officers to its board of directors and expressed deep gratitude to outgoing Board Chair Suzanne Clark for her outstanding leadership and service.

After two years of dedicated service Clark, with Clark Law Firm PLLC, will be stepping down as chair but will continue to remain involved with the organization as a board member. Under her leadership, the Arkansas Women’s Hall of Fame experienced significant growth and made remarkable strides toward showcasing outstanding women for their historical achievements and celebrating accomplishments that have impacted the well-being of our great state.

“On behalf of the entire board and staff, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Suzanne Clark for her exceptional leadership and tireless commitment to our mission,” said Derrell Hartwick, president & CEO of the North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce. “Her vision, guidance, and passion for Arkansas women have been invaluable to our organization. We are deeply grateful for her unwavering dedication.”

In addition, the Arkansas Women’s Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the following new officers for its board, effective Jan. 1: Stacy Hurst, Tipton & Hurst, chair; Kim Sharpe, CitiScapes Magazine, vice-chair; Steve Owen, Complete Care, Inc., treasurer; and Ashley Hight, North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce, secretary.

“These talented individuals bring a wealth of expertise and energy to the board,” Hartwick said. “We are excited to work alongside them as we continue to expand our reach and further our impact.”

Hurst, the newly appointed chair, brings an engaging leadership style that has made her a familiar and effective force in the arena of public service. “I am honored to step into this role and look forward to working closely with the board and staff to advance the important work of the Arkansas Women’s Hall of Fame,” she said. “I am excited about the future and the opportunities ahead.”

The goal of the hall is to honor, in perpetuity, women whose contributions have influenced the direction of Arkansas in their community or the state. The Arkansas Women’s Hall of Fame inducts contemporary (living) or historical (deceased) women who were born in and achieved prominence within the state, or been a resident of Arkansas for an extended period after achieving prominence here or elsewhere and have:

• made significant and enduring contributions to their field of endeavor, professional or otherwise.
• affected the social, cultural, economic, or political well-being of the community, state or nation.
• elevated the status of women and positively impacted women and girls.
• helped open new frontiers for women and society in general.
• inspired others by example.

The hall has inducted new members each year. Nominees are not limited to a certain field or accomplishment and can include pioneers, philanthropists, educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, business leaders and political figures. For more information, visit arwomenshalloffame.com.