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Rhonna-Rose Akama-Makia, the firm’s director of engagement, is acclaimed for many reasons, serving as a prime example of the embodiment of the values Think Rubix holds. Akama-Makia is a Little Rock native, with a reach spanning not only Arkansas, but globally. Known around the office as the firm’s “chief people mover,” Akama-Makia is in charge of quite literally, moving the people.

Jones was the top fundraiser among the Democrats, raising more than $1 million for his campaign, according to campaign finance reports.

Jones' campaign manager Rhonna-Rose Akama-Makia said in a statement that "voters now have a clear choice."

"We would love a healthy exchange of ideas but Sarah Sanders had made it clear that she is more focused on division and doing what's best for the connected few and her national reputation, and that's the truth," she said. "We have pressing challenges here in our state and being Governor is a job that has an immediate direct impact on people's lives. Arkansans need someone they can trust in office."

Think Rubix recently brought on Rhonna-Rose Akama-Makia as Director of their public affairs-based Engagement Studio. Akama-Makia is the former Joyce Elliott for Congress Campaign Manager (2020), which broke records for campaign fundraising across the state. The firm will support outreach and day-to-day campaign management and operations led by Akama-Makia.

Many races end up close because of the through hard work, sweat, tears, and a whole lot of hope about the future of the South, and what it can do for the entire country.

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Campaign manager Rhonna-Rose Akama-Makia said Elliott has broad, grassroots support.

"It means the world to Senator Elliott to receive so much support from such a diverse, people-driven movement. Our recent progress in polls proves that the voice of the people still matters in politics," Akama-Makia said.

Campaign Manager Rhonna-Rose Akama-Makia said, “today’s filing serves as tangible proof of what we have seen for the past months on the ground. Through really hard work and very difficult circumstances, the Joyce Elliott campaign continues to build momentum towards November. The pandemic has been economically devastating for so many communities and changed the landscape for campaigns across this country.

“We are humbled by the opportunity to elect Joyce Elliott to Congress, proud of what we have accomplished, and recognize we have much work ahead,” Akama-Makia concluded.

Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families hosted its annual luncheon celebrating the power of advocacy in improving the lives of children and families across Arkansas. At the event, First Lady Susan Hutchinson, Antwan Phillips and Kathy Webb were recognized for their work on behalf of the state’s children.

Local chefs rolled up their sleeves for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's annual culinary fundraising event, Taste of the Finest. Guests enjoyed specialties from some of the city’s finest dining establishments and breweries, a silent auction and live music from Mayday by Midnight. The evening honored 30 up-and-comers in the Little Rock area for their success in business, community involvement and support of CFF.

t’s hard to believe that my year as your chair is coming to a close soon. The board has been in overdrive this entire year to bring new events and opportunities for everyone. This month is certainly no different.This weekend brings the return of one of my favorite Create Little Rock events, PopUp in the Rock. This program works to highlight a selected area of our city each year. This year's PopUp demonstration will be in Southwest Little Rock. 

The annual event spotlights areas of the city that organizers believe are underdeveloped and could benefit from what Create Little Rock chair Rhonna Wade calls "strategic investment." Past areas targeted by the campaign include Stifft Station in Little Rock and Argenta in North Little Rock. Wade said the pop-up is intended to inspire development such as the opening of Stone's Throw brewery's new location in Stifft Station in May.

Taste of the Finest is a fundraiser to bring awareness to cystic fibrosis and how it affects those who have it. The event is August 16 from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. at the Statehouse Convention Center in the Wally Allen Ballroom. Attendees have the opportunity to eat from some of the finest local restaurants and breweries, participate in a silent auction, and listen to a live concert by Mayday by Midnight.

Cashe Restaurant is one of the restaurants involved in the event. Chef Tim Morton makes beef tenderloin with whipped potatoes for What's for Dinner.

We appreciate everyone who participated over the summer in the Land in the Rock events - we know that it made for a meaningful and welcoming experience for the interns, law clerks, and those CLR members who are new to town.  We've invited the interns and law clerks to Thursday's Happy Hour at the Little Rock Club so that we can give them a proper send-off before they head back to college.  We hope to see you there!

Arkansas Community Foundation proudly recognizes our own Rhonna Wade, Affiliate Human Relations Director and a recent graduate of Leadership Greater Little Rock.

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“Her role enables her to connect with the various affiliate offices around the state and ensure that they have the resources necessary to continue doing the amazing work they are already doing,” according to a news release.

Wade will speak to 8th through 12th graders in Jefferson County who are interested in learning about philanthropy, fund development, grant making, and community building. Parents are also invited to attend the meeting.

More than gender and race diversify a group of people who embarked on a new yearlong program Sunday that aims to better Little Rock and its surrounding communities.

“Last year, a group of people saw that we had a lot of young and some established entrepreneurs who were coming into the food truck business,” said Rhonna Wade, board member of AABP. “We wanted to show the power of black entrepreneurship in the state. There ended up being a lot of black food truck owners in the state.”

“I am America too because my family came to America looking for the same opportunities others' families did. I know I am more than capable and able to contribute to the bettering of the society as a whole and I cannot not let those who are afraid of change stop me.”

Rhonna Wade of Little Rock has been named one of two statewide outreach directors at Arkansas Community Foundation. She previously was youth programs director at Just Communities of Arkansas, where she facilitated workshops creating more inclusive communities.

Natchez Restaurant was the location of the Junior League of Little Rock’s End of Year Party for its new members.