NWA Founders

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What happens when you leave a stable corporate job with nothing but an idea you believe in? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Bethany Taylor , the powerhouse founder behind Gratsy : a curated sampling and brand experience company that delivers personalized gift boxes directly into consum...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to build a multimillion-dollar screen printing business from the ground up? In this episode of NWA Founders , Ben Clark shares the remarkable story behind B-Unlimited , a screen printing and custom apparel company based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Ben’s journey started with dishwashing j...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to grow a one-man AV setup into a multi-million-dollar production company serving some of the biggest stages in America? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Cameron Magee , founder of avad3 Event Production , to explore how he went from running tech for church services to...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners How do you turn your passion for duck hunting into a nationally recognized brand rooted in culture, hospitality, and grit? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with JD Blagg , Aaron Seifritz , and Josh Teff - the three founders of Fowlco Outfitters , a waterfowl-focused outfitting and lifestyle...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it look like to run a financial firm built on trust, resilience, and generational vision? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Brock Gearhart , CEO of Greenwood Gearhart , to explore how he transformed a respected Fayetteville-based firm into a 1.7 billion dollar wealth management...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What do you get when a college student blends together a family recipe and a vision for something bigger than herself? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with KK Goodwin , founder and CEO of Mamaka Bowls , a cali-inspired smoothie bowl restaurant with a cult following across 9 US locations. Wh...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to sustain a family-owned bank for over 100 years—and still be positioned for explosive growth? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Jon and Max Harrell , the fifth and sixth generation leaders of Generations Bank , to hear the story of how a small-town bank in South Arkan...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What happens when design, grit, and place come together to form a global architectural voice rooted in Northwest Arkansas? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Marlon and Ati Blackwell , founders of the award-winning firm Marlon Blackwell Architects , to explore how they grew a boutique fir...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to run a family-owned company that’s thrived for over 35 years? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Matt , Mitchell , and Matthew Mawby of Professional Business Systems , to explore how a local family business built its success on systems, service, and integrity. From hum...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What if you could run a warehouse remotely with AI-powered insights and real-time data? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Tanner Green , CEO and co-founder of Ox (Operator Experience), to explore how his company is transforming warehouse logistics through human-centered AI and automation...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What happens when two passionate therapists come together to create a one-of-a-kind resource for children with developmental needs? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Kym Hannah and Cindy Watson , co-founders of Children’s T.E.A.M. , to hear how they built one of Northwest Arkansas's most...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners How can farmland investment become more accessible, transparent, and scalable? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Carter Malloy , founder and CEO of AcreTrader and Acres.com , to discuss how his company has modernized farmland investing and land data management. Carter shares his journey...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to build a beloved breakfast brand from the ground up? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Sam Russell , co-founder of The Buttered Biscuit , to discuss how he and his wife transformed a dream into a thriving restaurant brand in Northwest Arkansas. From corporate America...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to turn a local café into an international coffee powerhouse without losing sight of values, people, or quality? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Andrea Allen , co-founder of Onyx Coffee Lab , to hear how she and her husband Jon transformed a small Northwest Arkansas c...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to build the largest independent real estate brokerage in Arkansas? For Stuart Collier , the answer lies in resilience, redemption, and radical trust in people. On this episode of the NWA Founders Podcast, Stuart opens up about his personal battle with addiction, the pivotal turning poi...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it take to turn a backyard smoker into one of the most recognizable restaurant brands in Arkansas? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Jordan Wright , founder of Wright’s Barbecue , to talk about the humble beginnings, explosive growth, and unwavering values behind one of Northwe...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What happens when a Springdale native leaves a safe corporate role to bet on himself during a market crash? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Blake Hanby , founder and CEO of City Title & Closing , to hear how he turned a folding-table operation in his pool house into one of the most...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What happens when three longtime friends decide Fayetteville needs more than just another bar? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Lewis Chase , the visionary co-founder behind some of Northwest Arkansas’s most popular food and drink destinations: Feed & Folly , City Park , and The Gui...

→ Learn more about Greenwood Gearhart → Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners What does it look like to build a business that scales without losing its soul? In this episode of NWA Founders , we sit down with Ross Cully , founder and CEO of Harvest Group , a 300-person commerce agency serving brands at major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon. From a kitchen table in Fayet...