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In our premier episode of Arkansas Talent, Co-Hosts Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine introduce the Arkansas Talent Podcast, give a background on the hosts, and share what listeners can expect going forward from the show. They also announce their first official content show, Where are all of the Accountants?

For more information, staffing, or career advice, get in touch with Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine via Linkedin.

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In this episode of Arkansas Talent, we talk with Allison Cox, Executive Vice President & Chief People Officer at Encore Bank about what they are doing differently to attract and retain talent as well as how they have created a "Win Together Culture."
Allison has 25 years of experience with seven of those years in the banking industry. As Chief People Officer for Encore Bank, Allison oversees HR, Marketing, Communications, Investor Relations, Training and Experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Hendrix College. Allison serves as Board Chair for the Central Arkansas Alzheimer’s Association and will be co-chairing the Evolve Gala with her husband in 2024 to raise money for Centers for Youth and Families. Allison is a past 40 under 40 in Arkansas recipient, class of Leadership AR VII and named to Arkansas Money & Politics’ list of 2022 Women in Banking.

Encore Bank is a private boutique bank that provides a full suite of financial products and services with a commercial focus on businesses, owners, professionals, and their families. We can't wait to share with you the story of this incredibly fast-growing organization as well as more about Allison and her story.

For more information, staffing, or career advice, get in touch with Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine via Linkedin.

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In this episode of Arkansas Talent, we talk with Kait Hill about her personal story and her journey with the implementing the 4-day work week in her organization. She discusses what worked and what didn't and what she ultimately landed on for her company.
As the founder and driving force behind Rock City Digital, Kait Hill is one of Arkansas' most promising young business leaders. With a clear vision for the future of business, Kait is committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and efficiency. Her progressive thinking and remarkable achievements have garnered widespread recognition, including the Small Business Owner 30 & Under award from the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce in 2019 and a feature in Local Magazine as a Woman to Watch in 2020.

Setting herself apart with a unique approach, Kait distinguishes herself in the business world through her fresh and innovative perspective. She recognizes the vital role played by individuals within an organization and highly values their contributions. Emphasizing a team-centered philosophy, Kait has carefully curated a group of passionate professionals who share a deep love for their work and a genuine connection with their colleagues. This valuable teamwork is evident in the exceptional level of dedication and consistent quality of service that Rock City Digital delivers to its clients. Moreover, her company has been recognized for it’s excellence, receiving the Best Web Designer & Best Advertising Agency awards from highly regarded publications such as AY Magazine, Arkansas Money & Politics, and Arkansas Times for three consecutive years.
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Check out Rock City Digital: Little Rock's Best Digital Marketing Agency | Rock City Digital

For more information, staffing, or career advice, get in touch with Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine via Linkedin.

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Jennifer Bridges is responsible for the financial operations of OrthoArkansas, including multiple clinic locations, three ambulatory surgery centers, an insurance company and a real estate entity. Bridges joined OrthoAkansas in 2020, bringing with her more than 15 years of accounting, finance and leadership experience. Her background includes experience in private equity, nonprofits and Fortune 500 companies. She is a licensed CPA in Arkansas. She earned her MBA from the University of Arkansas and undergraduate accounting degree from Arkansas Tech University. Jennifer has been recognized as the 2022 Arkansas Business Large Private Company CFO of the Year and 2023 AMP Reader's Choice C-Suite Exec of the Year.

She currently serves as the treasurer of the board of directors for Journey Church–Central Arkansas, the treasurer of the board of directors for OrthoArkansas Insurance Company LLC, the advisory council for Christian Leadership Alliance, and the president of the board of directors for CCU, PA. Jennifer is married to her husband of 13 years, and they share two children.

For more information, staffing, or career advice, get in touch with Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine via Linkedin.

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It seems like over the last few years the most common question that we receive is “Where all of the Accountants?” or “Why is it so hard to hire talent right now?” It's really a good question and we typically tell clients....well, how much time do you have?

The easy answer is to simply say there is a supply and demand issue, but there is lot more to it! This episode will evaluate all of the reasons why it's so hard to hire right now and answer the question that is on everyone’s mind. We will also share some insight into how to find accounting talent and what they might be looking for in this market.

For more information, staffing, or career advice, get in touch with Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine via Linkedin.