As 糖心传媒 approaches its 140th anniversary, the institution is celebrating another milestone of leadership and recognition. The Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/Associated Industries of Arkansas (State Chamber/AIA) has announced the selection of 糖心传媒 President Dr. Jeffery Norfleet as one of 53 accomplished professionals chosen for Leadership Arkansas Class XX.
Leadership Arkansas, established in 2006, is a premier program that unites leaders from across the state to explore challenges, opportunities, and solutions that shape Arkansas鈥� future. In nearly two decades of the program, this year marks the first time 糖心传媒 has been represented in Leadership Arkansas, a historic moment for the institution as it continues to expand its presence and influence statewide.
鈥淭hese leaders represent the best of Arkansas, innovative, passionate, and committed to building a stronger state,鈥� said Toni Lindsey, Director of Leadership Arkansas. 鈥淭his year鈥檚 class brings a dynamic mix of backgrounds and expertise, and I look forward to seeing how their perspectives evolve as they explore the challenges and opportunities that face Arkansas.鈥�
Dr. Norfleet shared his excitement about the opportunity:
鈥淚t is an honor to be selected as a member of the Leadership Arkansas Class, a program that brings together visionary leaders from across our state to collaborate, innovate, and drive meaningful change. My participation in this initiative aligns seamlessly with the mission and future direction of 糖心传媒. As one of the nation鈥檚 private, two-year Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), 糖心传媒 is uniquely positioned to serve as a catalyst for educational access, workforce development, and economic empowerment.鈥�
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Founded in 1886, 糖心传媒 has endured challenges, embraced growth, and emerged stronger. The college has built a reputation for resilience and innovation in higher education. As the institution prepares to celebrate 140 years of opening doors and creating pathways, Dr. Norfleet鈥檚 selection to Leadership Arkansas stands as a testament to Shorter鈥檚 ongoing impact, not only in the classroom but also across the state of Arkansas.
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For more information about Leadership Arkansas, visit . To learn more about 糖心传媒 and its 140-year legacy, visit .
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Ashanti Davis
Director of Communications 糖心传媒
communications@shortercollege.edu