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Episode 291- Building Resilient Cities: Local Efforts and Community Collaboration

In this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas Podcast, host Randy Wilburn interviews Alison Sant and Megan Brown in anticipation of the ULI NWA Place Summit. Alison, a renowned author and urbanist, shares her journey in urban resilience, emphasizing community-centered efforts in sustainable city development. Through her book, ‘From the Ground Up’, she illustrates the role of social infrastructure in addressing climate challenges and fostering equity. Megan discusses the summit’s goal to unite stakeholders around sustainable urban planning, highlighting the event’s focus on placemaking and its broader social impacts in Northwest Arkansas.

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Episode 289: Preserving the Ozarks: Marson Nance on Land Conservation and Stewardship in Northwest Arkansas

Join Randy Wilburn as he sits down with Marson Nance, Director of Philanthropy at the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust, to discuss the vital role of land conservation in preserving the natural beauty of the Ozarks. With a background in environmental science and a deep passion for ecology, Marson shares how his work is helping to safeguard over 8,000 acres from overdevelopment and protect wildlife habitats for future generations.

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Episode 287: Exploring Springdale Public Library’s Offerings and Community Impact

In this episode of the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast, host Randy Wilburn chats with Nina Hodgson, Marketing Director at the Springdale Public Library. They explore the library’s century-long evolution, its commitment to serving Springdale’s diverse community, and the variety of programs it offers, such as ESL classes, cultural story times, and digital book rentals. Nina also highlights the library’s mission to provide free services like computer access, notary services, and meeting space rentals, showcasing its vital role in community engagement and lifelong learning.

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Episode 286: Justin Johnson on UX and Building Square Six from Scratch

Justin Johnson, co-founder of Square Six, joins the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast to discuss his journey from graphic designer to tech entrepreneur. He shares insights on the importance of user experience (UX) in technology, emphasizing that the best UX is often invisible. Justin also discusses his company’s mission to provide holistic tech solutions and their partnership with NFL star Ricky Williams.

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